The past few years, my life has been full of surprises. And it hasn't gone according to my plan. But I know it has according to God's plan. And that's okay with me because his plans are always better than mine.

All I wanted to do when I graduated was go away to college and experience a new place. But after staying home for my first year of college, I knew I was right where I needed to be. I love where I live and couldn't imagine moving anywhere else. I like going to the small community college that I attend. The other students and professors I've met have been nothing short of amazing. I may be 22 and still living at home with my parents, but it's the best thing that could have happened to me. I'm not ready to be on my own yet and I wouldn't survive without having my mom under the same roof.

I'm also 22 and completely single. But that's fine with me. I like being by myself and working on a better me. Sometimes it just feels a little weird since all the girls my age are getting engaged. Or getting married. Or having kids. Man, I'm really behind aren't I?

My whole life I have had an extreme dislike towards kids. I just didn't like them and I really couldn't stand to be around them. Little did I know, I would be placed in a job working around them five days a week. Now, I've made some unbelievable memories with my kids from work and they always turn my day around when it's going bad. Maybe God is preparing me for when (if) I have kids someday.

My friends group has completely changed over the last few years. Probably for the best. I also started connecting with old friends from where I used to live. They are all so great and I'm grateful to have them. Remember when you used to swore your friends from high school were going to be your friends forever? Ha, me too. But as you grow older, you change. So more than likely, your circle of friends will too. That way, your new friends will match up with the new you.

There's nothing wrong with planning your life out. It's something we were taught to do at a young age. It's our way of playing it safe. But don't be surprised when your guided in a different direction. Just hang on tight and enjoy the ride. God knows what he's doing.