Thank you 2024! As 2024 is coming to a close, I find myself reflecting on what has been one of the toughest years of my life. There were moments in this year where I felt like everything was unraveling — personal challenge, unexpected hardship, and days where I simply couldn’t see the light ahead. But even in the darkest moments, I’ve experienced an incredible amount of growth! In all the adversity I have faced this year, I turned to the Lord more than ever before. It hasn’t always been easy, but I’ve learned to lean on Him in ways I never thought was possible. His presence has been my constant source of strength! I’ve gotten the opportunity to go on missions this year and tell people how much peace you feel after surrendering everything to the Lord. I’ve got to whiteness so many lives change and baptisms this year! I know going into this new year God is coming with me, and he’s not even close to being done with me or the people around me! Looking back now I see how every challenge this year was a lesson. I learned that if friends leave, if a boys hurts you, if you don’t make the team, everyone love one that past, most importantly while my dad was in the hospital I was having very overwhelming negative thoughts in my mind! But during everything I learned that God had a plan for me, it molded me, refined me, and brought me closer to his heart. I can also say that this year has been full with gratitude, joy, and many blessings! As I move forward into 2025, I carry with me a deeper sense of purpose and a renewed trust in the Lord. This year has reminded me that growth often comes from the hardest seasons, and I’m so thankful for the lessons I’ve learned! So thank you 2024! With gratitude and love -Hannah