I am 22, 4 years out of high school, and at the age that my HS classmates are in all different phases of life. Some are single, some are traveling the world, some are creating thriving careers, some are in serious relationships, some are married, and some have a kid, even 2 or 3 or 4. And that is OKAY! My close friend group is full of people in these different phases. David and I are the mom and dad of the group, we have single friends, ones in relationships, and ones that are engaged. Becoming an adult is realizing that it is okay for people to be in these different phases and if they are happy, you should be happy for them. Some of us seem to have it all figured out while some of us have no clue what is going on and where we wanna go in life. Some of my graduating class recently graduated college, others have dropped out, or still undecided, or they know but are taking it slow. Social media, especially Instagram is full of jealous worthy adventures. But, it does not show what is happening behind the scenes. In one of Bella Robertson’s recent posts she captioned her photo, “…dont let insta fool you, its just the highlights.” Adventuring the world seems like an amazing journey and I hope one day my family is fortunate enough to have these experiences. But, right now, we are more than happy with who we are as a family. Don’t let anyone make you feel bad for being in a different phase of life. It is your life, and you should live it that way you want to. Your dreams will come true in the time and place that is right for you. Five years ago i would NEVER have guessed I would be where I am today, but I am thankful for all my blessings and my sweet little family. So, if we know each other, or even if we don’t, if you are in a different phase of life than us know that it is okay and I am cheering you on behind the scenes, as I hope you are for us.