1 down, 3 to go!

By the loving, sufficient grace of Jesus, I PASSED the first section of my CPA exam. A-wahoo! I'm so thankful because it was the hardest, longest part, and I won't have to think about it ever again! Thanks to my dear friends and family who prayed for and encouraged me. I truly believe I passed by Grace, knowing there is no way my sub-par study habits helped me succeed on my own, haha. Though being a CPA might not have a major kingdom impact, I'm reminded that the Lord WANTS to bless us, even in the areas of life where we don't necessarily think the Lord cares. Thank you, Jesus, for helping me pass that awful test. Only 3 sections more to go! :)

Katy's baby shower

Katy is one of my first friends to be pregnant. Reality check. Are we already to that stage? Haha. And since Katy was one of the first in our group to get married and the first to get pregnant, she has certainly become the guinea pig of all life's big moments. :) Katy is a dear friend and I can't wait to meet her little BOY (who should be here in May!). I know she and her husband, Chris, will be the most loving, caring parents. Katy and Chris are also moving to Atlanta soon. While we are thrilled for them, we're definitely going to miss them!

Below are a couple pictures from a shower we threw for Katy. :)

My little brother is married!!!

While I could go on and on and post a ton of pictures, I still don't think I could do this post justice. My brother's wedding was sooo special. I know my brother and Kayla are so happy and I'm thrilled to welcome her into the Geurkink family. This evening was also special because it was the first time (since I can remember) that my entire extended family came together at the same time and place. Every grandparent, aunt, uncle, and cousin was accounted for. So fun!

I also had a blast with all the sweet friends that I caught up with at the reception. I feel so blessed to have been surrounded by (hundreds of) people that I love. I can't wait to do it again on June 18th!

My wonderful parents

Best bud since forever

The happy couple at the rehearsal dinner

The happiest groom EVER

Roni's Wedding

BEAUTIFUL is the most appropriate, all-encompassing word to describe Roni's January wedding. She was one of the most stunning brides I have ever seen, and the Skirvin was the perfect venue for their fabulous reception. Roni also picked out some fun, purple suede pumps for the bridesmaids to wear, though I forgot to take a picture.

Roni has been one of my dearest friends since the beginning of our freshman year. I'm so excited for her and her new husband, Brandon, and wish them a lifetime of happiness! And I'm going to be very sad when they move to Tulsa in August...come back soon, guys!