I've been thinking alot lately of my soon-to-be internship, the beginning of my Professional Development Sequence, and the beginning of the end of my time at the University of Texas.

It seems strange that in three semesters I will be graduating, hopefully Cume Laude.. I remember being a freshman and feeling really lost in the 40,000+ students and sticking close by my best friends at the time. I've had my fair share of challenges, but I am really grateful that I can say that I am a better person because of my time at UT so far.

This whole transition period between college and professionalism will be an adventure, that's for sure. I'm really nervous to start my PDS, what if my CT hates me? What if I really fail at what I have put my whole heart into? I am not really a shy person, but I really struggle to be vocal around new people and in situations that I am not familiar with. I hope this semester will be a turning point and I will be able to be successful in my student observations and student teaching. That is my prayer, and I know that I am not in this alone. I have my mom, and my siblings, my friends, my facilitator, my coordinating teacher, my cohort advisor, and most of all my Savior to help me to grow and change.

My goals for the year sort of all fall into the same categories. To be diligent, forgive, and take the opportunities that are presented to me. I'm excited to grow closer to my Heavenly Father, and to immerse myself in my PDS. :)