Notes of a Teenage Girl

They’re out there…somewhere, wrapped in lovely smiles and beautiful laughter. They’re the reason we walk the streets with hope-filled eyes and longing hearts. They’re the reason we maintain faith in our story’s happy ending. They’re what we ache for and who we strive to impress. They are the good girls and though they grow scarce as the days fall past, they are the hidden treasures worth a thousand Sparrow’s journey.

They are those who pull you close with their goodness while melting you with their shimmering, wonderful light. They’re the ones who hold their beliefs tightly, clinging to them because they realize where their salvation lies. They are those that possess a once broken heart, never trusting readily but when they do, they give you all they have. They’re the mighty ones, small in their rarities yet feverish in their reaches for greatness. They are the humble givers who put us all before themselves while never letting those saintly smiles fall from their softened lips. They’re the goodly ones with hearts of gold and the presence of respected royalty.

They are those who not only deserve our respect, but expect it. They are those that become the best of wives, and mothers, and friends. They are the loyal loving who praise us with their voice while supporting us with their actions, lifting us in reverence and warming us in beautiful grace. They are the Godly ones, blanketed in favor and blessed with a thankful heart. They’re the feistiness that will pepper our days with quick-witted banter and winking slights of flirtation. They are the heart-bursting few, holy in their walk and nurturing in their disposition.

There’s a parade of them to be found and they truly are the home we seek. They hold the key to the happiness we promise ourselves and the satisfaction we crave. They’re waiting patiently for those of us who are worthy to meet their calling, for they are the revered, the wanted. They are the goodly reward bestowed upon the strong in heart and mighty of courage. They’re the good girls, and they are to be sought, loved and respected. They are the good girls and they’re out there, simply waiting to be discovered.

As a young girl growing up I loved watching Disney movies. The thought of someday getting married, finding my Prince Charming and living happily ever after seemed almost like a life goal to me. We are surrounded by the thought of love. But the meaning of love gets more and more faint every day. Girls don’t see their value. They don’t realize how much they are worth. “Love” is not spending a few nights with a guy only to never see him again. “Love” is not being told you are the only girl in the world for him and then finding out he has a few other girls. “Love” is not having bruises from the fight you had last night. Love is found when you find the value you obtain. I rather have a world of girls that refuse to settle rather a world of girls that refuse to fight. You don’t have to take what the world gives you. There is so much more out there.

We fail to realize that our Prince Charming has been there all along. He has never asked for anything other than for us to love him back. He has given everything for you. Yes, you read that right. EVERYTHING. Why did he do that? Because you’re worth it. You are worth more than the world. He has always been there. Wither you needed him or not, he never leaves you. He listens to you when need someone to talk to. He sees the beauty you hold on your worst day. He loves you for all those annoying, little quarks you have. 

All He asks for is your heart. 

So, when it comes to finding Prince Charming there is only one option. God. He has given everything for you and all He asks for is your heart. When God has your heart, everything will fall into place. Yes, He will break you but He will never leave you broken. When God has your heart, you see the value of your heart. Life is altered to God’s way just like life is altered after you get married. You learn to live together—till death do you part. 

Here is the awesome thing though. Even after death, we will NEVER have to part from the love of God. He is eternally reigning. Give him your heart and He gives you everything—including eternity. He is a God that will never stop loving you, that will never leave you, that will never lessen your value. He will never hurt you, He will never give you anything more than you can bear, He protects you. He is hopelessly in love with YOU. 

Happily Ever After.

In an effort to live beyond what is considered “normal”, 
Let it be known that although Bradford and I are no longer together as a couple we still hold a deep respect and admiration for each other and our families. There is no anger, there is no war, and there are NO SIDES. This is not your typical “break up.” 

Be aware that we will defend each other and not allow others to create unnecessary pain and drama. The foundation of our decision is based on our shared love and desire for a deeper relationship with God-nothing more or less. Please feel free to continue to love us both, support us both, and to pray for us as we take time to rebuild our lives and find balance. It is our desire to model a healthy, Godly transition to a friendship that may not be “normal” but will certainly reflect a Christ-like example.