Be strong. Be courageous.

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. -Joshua 1:9

When decided to move up to Portland, it was on a whim. I just wanted to live somewhere different. I am struggling adjusting to living somewhere completely different. Nothing is bad...its just different. Change was necessary. I wind up liking change in the end...but the process of changing is difficult.

Now that I am starting to get a bit more settled, it has hit me what I have done. I moved over 999 miles away from my parents and 1448 miles away from my home for the past 4 years!

This bible verse from Joshua is what has kept me sane during this transition. Things will come into place, not in my time but in God's time. There is no need for me to be scared, God has paved an amazing path before me. Although I might not know exactly where I am going, at least someone does. It is beyond comforting to know that wherever I may go, I will always have God to share my journey with.

Be strong. Be courageous.

Portland!

I am finally here! I have been in Portland for a little over a month now. I found a place downtown and so far I am loving my job. I first moved in with my cousin Kate and Brent and their 2 year old son, Ian. Having them has made the transition so much easier. It is so nice having family around.

My place downtown is walking distance to great restaurants and shops. It is really a great location without the hassle of trying to find parking. It is nice to have a place and to start getting settled.

Now that I have a place, my next goal is to start to explore Portland. I joined the Tri Delta Alumni group and I plan on possibly joining Junior League of Portland.

Here are some pictures of my journey with my dad going up to Portland. It was a great trip and lots of father/daughter bonding. I am so blessed to have him in my life!


My Dad and I at the start of the journey


The car all loaded up!


At Split Pea Andersen's...always a must when doing a road trip up the I-5


Crescent City, CA - This was my first lighthouse that I have been to!




Finally in Oregon!!!