to the national parks💌💌 today, i visited my 63rd of 63 national parks. from acadia to the virgin islands, these places have shaped who i am in ways i never expected. i will forever be so incredibly grateful to my parents for making this dream of mine since i was 8 happen. it was something i remember never thinking would really happen, but i am so glad it did. the parks have taken me to the most remote corners of the country introduced me to incredible people and their incredible stories, and shown me the kind of beauty and peace that makes you stop and really take in all your surroundings. ive seen the most gorgeous sunrises and sunsets over mountains, oceans, fields, and lakes, but with that came with the countless hours in the car or on plans. yet each moment felt like i was exactly where i need to be. they are places that have shown me God through nature and really understanding the beautiful world he has created. they have taught me to find beauty and good in everything and really appreciate all that around me. every park has left its mark on my heart, and each and every one will forever feel like home💕💕