Four Years of Patience

Yes, I do keep running my tongue against my teeth. I even try to stop myself, but nothing seems to work. Let's just face it. No matter how long or short you have your braces on for, you end up having this same exact reaction when you get them off. But, for me, it's kind of a special day. You see, as I was walking through the halls at school today, feeling pretty confident, I thought, "no one has seen my teeth without braces since seventh grade." And then I looked that the actual seventh graders. They are absolutely TINY! So my mind drifted to me. I've changed so much since that time. Look! Anyway, it was a long process, filled with tears and frustration, super awkard moments, and many comments made under my breath. Four years is a long time, especially for this impatient girl. But, looking back (mostly since they are finally off!) I think that it wasn't such an awful thing to experience. I learned so many lessons through my "trials". I mean, I don't even know what trials are. This seems like nothing. But God did continue to show me that he will not give me more than I can handle. I know this for a fact.And the best part is knowing who I am in Him. I am his daughter. A follower. Beloved. It's wonderful to have a savior who loves me. I'll keep striding for him.