the big two-one.

as of wednesday, october 8, i am now twenty-one years old. it has been kind of a week-long celebration, and a fun one :)

i got to head home last weekend to celebrate my birthday early. the weather was gorgeous, it was relaxing, i didn't have to worry about school, and i got to eat probably my favorite meal...steak, potatoes, corn...and all the other good stuff, plus derby(!) pie. it was wonderful, and i loved being home with family and seeing everyone!

then tuesday night my roommates took me out to eat at chili's. delicious! we rented a movie, came back to the apartment, and brought out this fabulous cheesecake for my birthday dessert...with some fancy chocolate and a gift as well. we had a fun time together and they were so sweet. wednesday, my mom, grandma sauder, and grandma cunningham came to bloomington and took me out to lunch. we had a fun time at biaggi's and they also got to see my apartment! that afternoon i took some dessert to my class...they asked what i was going to do for my 21st that night, go out, party or whatever. when i told them i was heading to Bible study i got some pretty surprised looks and responses. i have been enjoying the navigators ministry at ISU and am excited to start a Bible study with some other girls who attend. it has been a blessing.

thursday my package from derek came, although i had to wait til evening [after class] to open it. he picked out a beautiful white down vest to wear for the next several months as it's getting colder. it will be so warm and cozy. then friday, derek's mom, carolyn, grandma billiter, and cousin jenna met up with me for another birthday lunch. we had a nice time together and it was a great wrap-up to my week. 

i interviewed at starbucks that afternoon and am hoping to hear back from them tomorrow :) thanks to everyone [whether mentioned or not] for making my birthday special! i love you all.