Something I wish someone had told me is that life doesn’t always follow the "perfect timeline" we set for ourselves—and that’s okay. As I’m navigating this transition phase, trying to figure out what’s next for me, I find myself constantly kicking myself for not being “where I should be.” But the more I reflect, the more I realize: God has a plan for me. There’s something comforting in that truth, and once I stop to remember it, I notice the moments where I can say, “This is why I had to wait.”
It’s in those moments of growth, those moments of clarity, that I become more appreciative, more knowledgeable, and—most importantly—more grateful for the journey. At 26, still in school and still unsure of what comes next, I remind myself to stop and enjoy the little things. I may not have all the answers, but I do have all these wonderful experiences to look back on, and I wouldn’t trade them for anything.
Right now, I’m traveling across the state of Georgia—from north to south, east to west—finishing up my clinical rotations and reconnecting with old friends. When I started my clinical year for PA school, I was overwhelmed by the thought of relocating every four weeks, living out of a car, finding new housing, and balancing exams on top of it all. The sheer amount of "new" felt like too much to handle. But looking back, I see how lucky I’ve been. I’ve been surrounded by amazing friends and families who have made every move easier, who’ve opened their homes to me with such kindness.
It’s incredible how much kindness can change your perspective. The kindness shown to me has inspired me to be better, to treat others the way I’ve been treated. And that’s one of the greatest gifts in all of this—recognizing the power of small acts of goodness.
So, while I may not be on the perfect timeline, I’m learning to trust in the process. I’m taking in the lessons, cherishing the relationships, and embracing the uncertainty as part of a bigger picture that I’m still unfolding.
W/ Love, Logan!
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