re: things I have learned this year.

I learned about homeless people who live in tunnels under New York City.

I learned about dinosaurs.

I learned about climbing mountains.

I learned about creation and how important it is in the hearts of girls that God is creative, beautiful, and detail-oriented.

I learned about roller derby.

I learned that I’m not really sure that I want to get married but I think I do.

I learned about the way my mind works.

I learned more about how selfish I am.

I learned about how to use the copy machine in the main office at work.

I learned more things that make Jesse giggle.

I learned that it’s hard being in a new place where you don’t know anyone.

I learned more things that make Jesse sad.

I learned that our dog like the sound of pine cones crunching in her mouth.

I learned that washing my hair and shaving my legs in the kitchen sink is way easier than showering.

I learned that everyone should have an Egyptian in their youth group and you just have to wait around for them to graduate highschool and throw a party.

I learned that I miss Scranton even though I didn’t think I would.

I learned that love is more deep than I ever thought possible.

I learned how much I neglect to love.

I learned that believing in someone is one of the most powerful things in the world.