One week down, thirteen more to go!

So week 1 is done and over with.  

Did it go by faster than I expected? Not really.  

Were there a lot more assignments than I expected? Somewhat. 

Did I get tired of all the introductions I had to write and reply to? YES.

One the awesome perks of this past week was helping out my old Pathway missionaries, Elder & Sister Z.  They asked me and "Mrs. Reeves" to teach their new incoming students.  I was assigned the religion class; Jesus Christ and the Everlasting Gospel.  Man, oh man, I was nervous!!! Then again, I'm always nervous. I was nervous because these were students who I had never met in my life, but also they were brand spanking new, which would probably mean that they weren't going to talk much.  The upside to this teaching opportunity was that a majority of these students were from Hawai'i!  It was pretty fun to observe Mrs. Reeves' class during the first hour and then I taught for the second hour.  

I'd like to say that the Spirit was strong.  Several students, men included, were crying and tearing up.  I hope they were able to learn something in the class.  At the very least, I hope they knew of my love of the Savior.  

Monday; The First Day!

I checked out my classes for this semester.  I'll only be taking 3 classes at first and then in 6 weeks, I'll have 4.   I like the block system of BYU-Idaho! I'm hopeful for what's to come! I'm glad the format all looks familiar from Pathway, so it's not a huge leap.  I still can't believe it! I'm actually a BYU-Idaho student!  My dream is slowly coming together and I couldn't be more grateful!!!  I always wanted a Bachelor's Degree so in a few years, I'll finally accomplish this lifelong dream.  I'm sorry it's taken this long, but better late than never, right?! 

Appreciation.

Today, this very moment, my heart is so full.
I just got an email from the missionary couple that's in charge the of BYU-Idaho Pathways Program here in San Diego:

"Congratulations Ehu, You Aced the final exam, receiving an A grade!.  We are very proud of you. "


Tears well up in my eyes.  I can't believe it!  I can't believe that I did that!  It just makes me think that I'm one step closer to my dream of BYU-Hawaii.  I couldn't have gotten through this semester without the help, encouragement & support of loved ones!  Most especially without the persistence of Papa McK!! If he wouldn't have kept suggesting, steering and basically sitting me down to register for the Pathways program, my BYU-Hawaii dream wouldn't be looking like a reality right now. My heart is full of gratitude for him, Mama McK and everyone who's helped me get to this point thus far.  


I also received an email from my Academic Advisor:


"I know that getting your education hasn’t been easy – the most important things in life never are. You are working towards a goal that will impact you and your family for generations to come. Don’t give up, just keep moving forward one day at a time and we will get there."


I love the encouragement and support that I've also received from those at BYU-Idaho.  It has been such a blessing!!  


BYU-Hawaii, I WILL see you soon!! I KNOW it!!