Stillwater

“Don’t cry because it is over. Smile because it happened.”- Dr. Seuss

When I first heard this quote I immediately thought of my time at college. I graduate in May but am student teaching abroad for my last semester. Two days ago, I had to say goodbye to all of my friends and the place that I have called home for the past 3 and a half years: Stillwater, Oklahoma.

When God first placed OSU on my heart, I was anxious because Stillwater was such a small town and didn’t seem to have anything very exciting about it. I mean, there isn’t even a TARGET, people!!! But God knew what he was doing. There is something amazing about Stillwater. It has this small-town feel that I never thought I would appreciate or enjoy. And when I look back and think on all of the memories that I have made there, something inside me wells up that I can’t really explain with words. It’s just a good feeling. It’s the place that God used to teach me more about Himself. It’s the place where I made best friends. The place where I gained sisters (shout-out MLZ)!!

I think Stilly is the way it is because of the people who live there. The students there are truly unique. I noticed from the first time I visited that they are kind, helpful, and loyal. And the group of friends that I found loves the Lord! Is there anything better? God has used these people in so many ways to shape my life. I will be eternally grateful to every one of them.

When I look back on all of my memories at OSU, I can’t help but smile!