26 years ago today, God brought me into this world encased in love. He gave me the opportunity to become life. And it has been quite a journey since that day in 1984.
My journey has included many highs and lows. When I was younger, I lived in a home that was filled with more than just the scents of delicious food. I grew up in a house that had love pouring out of every window and door that we had. I had a father who worked hard to provide me with everything I needed. I never went hungry or without a place to live. And I remember smiling so much that I was given the nickname Scott Smiley.
As I got older, I went on trips, joined youth group, started singing at church. I began dating and socializing, and I was quite good at both. I joined the band and played flute for 3 years and enjoyed every moment of it.
Entering into high school, I got the chance to go to Mexico twice, began singing in the choir, and met my best friend to this day. I had my first real girlfriend. I went through multiple youth pastors at my church, and I began to really understand the love of my Jesus.
I went on to college, traveled to Chicago and multiple other locations, and developed a new type of family of friends. I also met a person that would cause lots of changes within my life, both positive and negative.
I say all this to say that I have had an amazing life. I am not who I'm going to be, but I'm not who I was. Everyday is a journey, and every moment is important, even the ones that don't seem to be. I have friends that love me beyond belief, and I definitely don't deserve them. And I have the most amazing family that anyone could ever ask for. My life is amazing, even through the hardships and the trials. I am thankful everyday for my blessings.
And I am glad to be living another year.
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