Hi friends! My name is Jadyn and if we’ve ever met, odds are I’ve bragged to you about my amazing mom, Amy. She is simply the best. And one of my favorite things is that we get to share Chi Omega. One of my happiest college memories was running to see her on bid day and seeing her “Chi O Mom” pin. We laughed, hugged, and cried the happiest tears. Being a Zeta Zeta alum herself, I now get to live in the same house my mom lived in when she was in college. I get to experience the same rituals and traditions that she experienced. It is the cherry on top of our friendship, a true joy.
Amy Fenton is a force to be reckoned with in the best way. To be loved by her is to be fiercely protected, loyally defended, and forever comforted and cherished. She loves courageously. For reference, her high school superlative was “friendliest” and it could not ring truer. Not only has she overcome any and every challenge that comes her way, but she does it with the joy of the Lord.
Perhaps my favorite thing about my mom is her joy. She has always instilled in me that joy is a choice. It is not dependent on circumstance. It can not be swayed by hardship or failure. Amy Fenton lives out what she preaches. Her joy is abundant and infectious. And it is because it comes from a well that never runs dry. My mom lives a life clearly rooted in the love of Jesus. She reflects His love in every area of her life. She is a living breathing testament of His rich faithfulness and goodness to me.
Chi Omega Zeta Zeta has shown me that not only do I get to have a wonderful mother-daughter relationship with my mom, but I get to call her a friend and now a sister. In fact, I can confidently say that she is my best friend. When I have a reason to celebrate, she is the first one to know. When I have a hard day, she is who I want to talk to. Being at college two and a half hours away from home has made me miss her more than anything else. But it also has given me eyes to see how lucky I am. There is no better feeling than the anticipation of a visit from mom. The joy of seeing her and hugging her and being with my best friend again is like no other. A true joy.
