12/12/2025
Last day of college, my undergrad specifically. Ending it with a 4.0 for the semester. I worked my butt off, for sure. But I had SO much help along the way. I couldn't have done it without so many people, doing big and small things along the way.
Luke Mitchell has always been the hardest working person I know. He worked so I could be home with the boys when they were young, and then worked to take care of the family financially while I pursued my dreams. Never complaining, no resentment. Just consistently cheering me on, loving me and doing small things at home when I was overwhelmed. I thank God every day that He gave me this life partner; after 16 years, I love him more than I did the day before.
My parents Paul Stuevens and Jacki have lived with us off and on for the last three years, helping with the boys schedules, cleaning the house when I was gone all day, fixed things around the house when Luke was working endless hours. Just doing whatever they saw my family needed done. The boys got the huge blessing having their grandparents here daily, listening to their challenges, imparting wisdom and loving on them. Best grandparents/parents ever.
Endless friends and family that have cheered me on, picked up slack when I was rushed, assisted with my boys, offered words of love and encouragement... I cant do life without you all. My sisters Lydia Stuevens Robinson, Kristina Stuevens-West and Brooke Keffer. Shea Marshall, Erin Smith, Jenna Rankin, Jandee Smart, Jasmine Pallanes, Dietrichs coaches, our Crush family, my neighbor Mike, all of you. You're amazing and you deserve to know how thankful I am for all of you.
Now to enjoy the holiday with my four favorite men, then job hunting and my masters degree! Onward and upward!