Luke 21:19: "By your endurance, you will gain life." Luke 21:19: The verse that I have tattooed on my right forearm. Saturday, November 26, 2016: The day I got the tattoo and six days after my parents, Misty and Marcus Johnson, died in Iraq. This verse, God, my school, church, dance team, all of the wonderful people in my life are what have been my rock these past months. Sometimes, they were the only thing that got me out of bed in the morning. Today, I am so much stronger in all areas of my life. I have gained ten pounds of muscle, continued my "Straight A" streak, was named the captain of my dance team, and became a bible study leader for the sixth and seventh grade girls. Finally, I am stronger and happier than ever. As I finish my packing for my upcoming summer long stay at camp, I am excited about the new journey of rediscovering myself. I am truly looking forward to what God and this summer have in store for me.