So this week I am house sitting/dog sitting for a family while they are on vacation. I am currently enjoying "Roman Holiday" with Audrey Hepburn, with my new found friends: oat bran and yogurt. These past few weeks have extraordinarily busy: I have been working at the daycare almost every weekday for the past month, helping my mom out around (and outside) the house, getting things ready for the upcoming school year, changing my car title, and celebrating birthdays. I also saw Harry Potter with several friends of mine, and it was literally PACKED. We had to sit just a few rows from the screen because there was hardly any seats left! The last Harry Potter movie was incredible, and I was quite satisfied with the adaptation.
Exciting News!
My young adult bible study group goes down to Calvary Rescue mission several times a month, and the guy who arranges all of our events and ministry projects asked me to lead worship next Friday night at the worship service! I have been praying that God would present me with opportunities to serve Him, and He answered! My mom will be playing piano for me, and one of my friends said he would sing with me - I am so excited!
I am enjoying my job so much! I feel so blessed to have a job at a place where I can hardly wait to get to work - I love my kids so so much. Today, one of my girls asked me, "Ms. Sarah, who do you love?" I said, "Well, I love Jesus, my mom, my brother, my sister, my friends, all of you guys, and you." Then she said, "Do you want to know who I love? YOU!" I almost started crying - these kids have stolen my heart! Money cannot buy moments like that. AND my friend Kimberly Gill comes back from camp next week! She has been gone since the middle of May. Since she's been at camp, I have not talked to her very often, which is fine with me (even though I miss her!) because I know she is learning so much and I do not want to draw her away or distract her from what God is teaching her.
Not so good news:
The dogs that I am watching, ran off with my retainer that I wear at night. I have worn my retainer every night since I have had my braces off, and sleeping without it for the past few nights has been so weird! So I made an appointment to go get a new retainer today - which is costing me a lovely $200.
New News:
I have started a new eating habit - cutting out all sweets (for 2 weeks) eating more meat, vegetables, fruit, and drinking more water. I do not want to call it a "diet" because I am not aiming to lose weight, just changing my eating habits. AND I am allowing myself one "splurge" meal a week - anything I have a craving for, healthy, or not. I have already completed 2 days on this meal plan, and I already starting to feel better. :)
God News:
God has been unfailingly faithful the past few weeks more than ever. He has used people, circumstances, stoplights, grocery lines, and strangers to send little blessings my way - making me think of Him. :) Another thing I love about house sitting, is being able to be alone with my thoughts, and with God without any distractions. :) How wonderful it is to fall asleep thinking about your Savior, and waking up thinking about Him. :)
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
At LAAAST!
I AM DONE WITH SCHOOL! Well, until the fall, but STILL. Hurrah! I honestly couldn't have gotten through the school year without my Lord and Savior - this semester was really stressful, and He has really been showing me what it means to fully depend on Him to be my Rock and my Refuge. I'm switching jobs from Hobby Lobby to a daycare near my house! I'm super excited.
If you don't live in Memphis, then I envy you at this point in time. We've had SO much ran - it's ridiculous. I really love the rain but this is insane. Flood warnings, schools shutting down... no thank you - not for me. At school yesterday, I didn't bring an umbrella or anything so I walked across campus in the pouring rain - which actually wasn't that bad - but later on that night, it was storming pretty hard.
I. just. love. my. friends. For some reason yesterday, I talked on the phone quite a bit - which is weird because that usually doesn't happen. I guess I've been so busy with school that phone conversations are strange and foreign to me. I got to talk to a couple of my friends that are out of town either at school or in the navy so that was great! Chelsea is coming home from MTSU for the summer, and I can't wait to see her! Joey is coming home from the Navy next Saturday, and it will be good for my brother to be back. God has blessed me with such incredible friends that I sometimes feel I don't deserve. I hung out with one of my best friends, Erin Hatcher, last night and as we sat there talking, and just laughing until we almost cried, I was thinking "can it get better than this?" I love my friends to death. All of them. I would honestly do anything for them. :)
If you don't live in Memphis, then I envy you at this point in time. We've had SO much ran - it's ridiculous. I really love the rain but this is insane. Flood warnings, schools shutting down... no thank you - not for me. At school yesterday, I didn't bring an umbrella or anything so I walked across campus in the pouring rain - which actually wasn't that bad - but later on that night, it was storming pretty hard.
I. just. love. my. friends. For some reason yesterday, I talked on the phone quite a bit - which is weird because that usually doesn't happen. I guess I've been so busy with school that phone conversations are strange and foreign to me. I got to talk to a couple of my friends that are out of town either at school or in the navy so that was great! Chelsea is coming home from MTSU for the summer, and I can't wait to see her! Joey is coming home from the Navy next Saturday, and it will be good for my brother to be back. God has blessed me with such incredible friends that I sometimes feel I don't deserve. I hung out with one of my best friends, Erin Hatcher, last night and as we sat there talking, and just laughing until we almost cried, I was thinking "can it get better than this?" I love my friends to death. All of them. I would honestly do anything for them. :)
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Near the End of the Semester . . .
The Spring semester is almost over - it's so hard to believe! In less than a week, I will no longer be a freshman at the University of Memphis, huzzah! I just finished my last pilates class/exam and I am honestly going to miss that class. My professor really pushed me this semester in pilates class and in my own work out schedule. I have really looked up to her these past few months. God has used this class to show me just how much I love being physically active, and I feel like He's showing me that I need to pursue exercise and sports science. At the end of class today, we turned in our tests, and looked at our pushup/situp comparison from the beginning of the semester to the end. Professor Langston showed me that at the beginning of the year, I could do 46 (girlstyle) pushups in a minute, and 54 situps in a minute. Now -even after my wreck- I can do 56 regular pushups, and 64 situps! I was so surprised and proud of how far I have come in this class. When I left, she said that she was extremely proud of me, that she really loved getting to know me this semester, and I have a "good form." That made my day - to have my favorite professor give me praise in the area of study I am so passionate about! Praise God, even after my wreck, I was still able to finish my pilates class strong! :)
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Because, Because, Because...
Because one of my friends sent this to me and I thought, "I'm bored, why not?"
Who was your first prom date? That would be Ms. Amy Murk :)
Who was your first roommate? Twould be my sister.
What alcoholic beverage did you drink when you got drunk the first time? Coffee...
What was your first job? Babysitting..woohoo.
Where did you go on your first ride on an airplane? I've never been on an airplane.
Who was your first best friend? Emily Harlow - when you share a birthday, it's a sign. :)
Where was your first sleepover? Emily Harlow's house.
Who is the first person you call when you have a bad day? I usually don't call people ON a bad day, I call them the day after ha.
What's the first thing you did when you got up this morning? Had my quiet time.
What was the first concert you went to? I went to all of my parent's concerts growing up.
First crush? Christopher Reeve - my mom got me hooked on the Superman record when I was 4.
First date? uhhh.. I think it was going to see Ice Age with Joel..? Maybe... 3 years ago? ha.
First time you tied your shoe laces? Let me check my journal....?
Last person you hung out with? (If I exclude my family) Kristy Rhodes!
Last person to text you: It was a tie: (they texted me at the same time) Kimberly and Molly
Last person you went to the movies with? Whoa... I haven't been to the movies in awhile.. but I think.... it was Kimberly..?
Last person you went to shop with? (excluding myself) Ms. Amy Leeeee Murk :)
Last person who made you laugh? Kimberly Gill - talking about turtles and awkward couples.
Last person you hugged? The madre. :) :)
Who was your first prom date? That would be Ms. Amy Murk :)
Who was your first roommate? Twould be my sister.
What alcoholic beverage did you drink when you got drunk the first time? Coffee...
What was your first job? Babysitting..woohoo.
Where did you go on your first ride on an airplane? I've never been on an airplane.
Who was your first best friend? Emily Harlow - when you share a birthday, it's a sign. :)
Where was your first sleepover? Emily Harlow's house.
Who is the first person you call when you have a bad day? I usually don't call people ON a bad day, I call them the day after ha.
What's the first thing you did when you got up this morning? Had my quiet time.
What was the first concert you went to? I went to all of my parent's concerts growing up.
First crush? Christopher Reeve - my mom got me hooked on the Superman record when I was 4.
First date? uhhh.. I think it was going to see Ice Age with Joel..? Maybe... 3 years ago? ha.
First time you tied your shoe laces? Let me check my journal....?
Last person you hung out with? (If I exclude my family) Kristy Rhodes!
Last person to text you: It was a tie: (they texted me at the same time) Kimberly and Molly
Last person you went to the movies with? Whoa... I haven't been to the movies in awhile.. but I think.... it was Kimberly..?
Last person you went to shop with? (excluding myself) Ms. Amy Leeeee Murk :)
Last person who made you laugh? Kimberly Gill - talking about turtles and awkward couples.
Last person you hugged? The madre. :) :)
Monday, April 18, 2011
Alison Krauss, Cookies, and Pilates.
Praise God! I was able to go for a run on Wednesday AND Thursday. :) I am feeling so much better, and all the glory goes to God. The past few days have been pretty swell, I am not gonna lie. Friday, I went with my friend, Jeff, to a "date night." He was playing for a couples night - engaged or married people - and I went to get free food. Then, Doc and Stephen picked me up to take me out for Sonic. Thank you God, for giving me extra "brothers." Saturday was, of course, work at the Hob Lob. Woo hooo. Sunday, I sang in church with Jeff, and my friend Kristy played the violin with us - it was so much fun! Sunday night I hung out at Uncle J's with a few people from the college and carrier at Leawood - fun fun fun. I am just getting ready for school to wind down, and trying to get by without having a car. God will provide, I have no doubt. I just need patience. :)
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
:)
What's made me smile recently:
Yesterday, I was riding in the car with my mom and sister when Erin said, "That's so sad! Their tire swing is an inch from the ground. . . THAT'S no fun." :)
Talking to Chelsea on the phone and marveling at God's will and timing. :)
I was studying at TCBY and Dave Barnes came on the radio. :)
Hearing Morganne calling me "SSSAAAYYY....RRRAaaaaaYY," at work after being gone for almost two weeks. :)
Realizing that I will see Joshua Bell in less than a month. :)
Watching the sunset that my Savior painted for me. :)
Finally seeing and catching up with Alyssa today at school. :)
Seeing the sunshine. :)
Getting a text from Kimberly that says, "GREEK MAN!" :)
Watching one of my favorite movies "Somewhere In Time." :)
Getting a card from Ann in the mail today. :)
"The world always looks brighter from behind a smile." :)
Yesterday, I was riding in the car with my mom and sister when Erin said, "That's so sad! Their tire swing is an inch from the ground. . . THAT'S no fun." :)
Talking to Chelsea on the phone and marveling at God's will and timing. :)
I was studying at TCBY and Dave Barnes came on the radio. :)
Hearing Morganne calling me "SSSAAAYYY....RRRAaaaaaYY," at work after being gone for almost two weeks. :)
Realizing that I will see Joshua Bell in less than a month. :)
Watching the sunset that my Savior painted for me. :)
Finally seeing and catching up with Alyssa today at school. :)
Seeing the sunshine. :)
Getting a text from Kimberly that says, "GREEK MAN!" :)
Watching one of my favorite movies "Somewhere In Time." :)
Getting a card from Ann in the mail today. :)
"The world always looks brighter from behind a smile." :)
Friday, April 8, 2011
Pain, pain, go away.
Today has been one of "those" days. I was super sore when I woke up this morning, and getting out of bed and ready for school was a pain in the ... foot. My right arm is still very sensitive and sore, and on Monday, I developed somewhat of a lovely limp. I was walking to my music class, and my leg felt like it was falling asleep. You know that tingly feeling you get? It was like that with every step I took with my right leg. Along with the tingly feeling, I have pain shooting up and down my leg every time I put pressure on it. I have taken medicine and nothing helps get rid of the pain. On Wednesday night (while watching the original Superman movie with my mother) my mom was rubbing my back, and when she hit certain spots on my back, there would be specific places in my arm and leg that would almost erupt with pain. Conclusion? We think I have pinched nerves in my back. Not fun. I have to go to a nerve doctor, but I have to see a regular doctor before THAT so I can get referred to the nerve doctor. *sigh.
On the "up" side, my insurance gave me an agreeable sum of money for my car, so I can put this towards getting a new ("new" to me) car. Thank you, Lord! We also found out that the lady who hit me has no drivers license, and no insurance. So my insurance agency will be paying for everything, but getting them to pay for it is the hard part.
I have no clue if anyone reads this, or if anyone cares that I am writing a blog, but if someone is reading this, you know how "those" days are. Certain things are out of my control, I know and understand that. However, it is when I see the tests of my faith affecting those close to me, and my relationship with them. It says in the Bible that God gives, and God takes away. That is too true. Trusting that what God is taking away is for your own good is one of the hardest things in the world. It never ceases to amaze me when God answers our prayers. haha it sounds so simple, but my mind is always blown. I was having a rough day today, and I told my mom, "I just need to talk to Chelsea Fleet." (and during the wreck, my phone was kinda lost. I got a new phone with no numbers - so I didn't have her number) Chelsea is such a wise, godly woman, and I value her opinion so much. She is so near and dear to my heart. :) It was not even an hour after I had vocalized that I needed to talk to her, that I get a message on facebook from her with her phone number, saying "Call me, girl!" I called her, almost crying, and praising God. We both marveled at our Lord's timing. I shared my struggles with her, she listened, and understood. She helps me step back and see things through Christ's eyes - and that is exactly what I needed today. God, you are so faithful! :) Thank you for blessing me with friends who not only listen, but give godly wisdom and guidance. :)
On the "up" side, my insurance gave me an agreeable sum of money for my car, so I can put this towards getting a new ("new" to me) car. Thank you, Lord! We also found out that the lady who hit me has no drivers license, and no insurance. So my insurance agency will be paying for everything, but getting them to pay for it is the hard part.
I have no clue if anyone reads this, or if anyone cares that I am writing a blog, but if someone is reading this, you know how "those" days are. Certain things are out of my control, I know and understand that. However, it is when I see the tests of my faith affecting those close to me, and my relationship with them. It says in the Bible that God gives, and God takes away. That is too true. Trusting that what God is taking away is for your own good is one of the hardest things in the world. It never ceases to amaze me when God answers our prayers. haha it sounds so simple, but my mind is always blown. I was having a rough day today, and I told my mom, "I just need to talk to Chelsea Fleet." (and during the wreck, my phone was kinda lost. I got a new phone with no numbers - so I didn't have her number) Chelsea is such a wise, godly woman, and I value her opinion so much. She is so near and dear to my heart. :) It was not even an hour after I had vocalized that I needed to talk to her, that I get a message on facebook from her with her phone number, saying "Call me, girl!" I called her, almost crying, and praising God. We both marveled at our Lord's timing. I shared my struggles with her, she listened, and understood. She helps me step back and see things through Christ's eyes - and that is exactly what I needed today. God, you are so faithful! :) Thank you for blessing me with friends who not only listen, but give godly wisdom and guidance. :)
Monday, April 4, 2011
Easy Come & Easy Go Has Never Been the Case...
Today was one of those days that I just did not feel like talking. I'm still on pain medicine from my wreck last Wednesday, and I am still very sore. Today is a good day, do not get me wrong! There are just times when I honestly just want to be silent. How else am I going to be able to hear from God?
It was raining pretty hard today while I was at school, and walking in the rain while in pain is no picnic. I got through my history test without a lot of trouble, and I barely spent anytime in Music Appreciation due to the storm. I sat in the UC with Molly and Mr. Parker between my two classes today and being with them really made my day. Lots of people came up to me, asking about my wreck, and wanting to give me a hug - even my history professor. I would just tell them to think about hugging me since I am still very sore. After my history test, I went to the UC to wait for Molly, and my history professor came up to me and asked how I was recovering. He spent about 10 minutes just talking to me. I was shocked and touched that he genuinely wanted to know how I was doing. When people ask how you are doing, and then wait for you to answer . . . that just makes me smile because I know they care.
Walking around campus was harder than I thought it would be. Up stairs, down stairs, through puddles, sitting down, standing up - ugh this took a huge tole on my body. Thankfully, the doors that were not automatic were usually opened for me. Alyssa and I were stranded in the music building during the tornado warning for about 15 minutes. God has blessed me with such great friends. :) She and I just sat in the hallway with other students and talked about our classes. I absolutely loooovvvee meeting fellow college students.
I am hopefully returning to work tomorrow, Praise the Lord! I honestly miss working. This weekend is the Dave Barnes concert and the madre and I are going - so excited! Well, I'm going to go for the time being; do laundry, clean my room, and take some more pain medicine.
It was raining pretty hard today while I was at school, and walking in the rain while in pain is no picnic. I got through my history test without a lot of trouble, and I barely spent anytime in Music Appreciation due to the storm. I sat in the UC with Molly and Mr. Parker between my two classes today and being with them really made my day. Lots of people came up to me, asking about my wreck, and wanting to give me a hug - even my history professor. I would just tell them to think about hugging me since I am still very sore. After my history test, I went to the UC to wait for Molly, and my history professor came up to me and asked how I was recovering. He spent about 10 minutes just talking to me. I was shocked and touched that he genuinely wanted to know how I was doing. When people ask how you are doing, and then wait for you to answer . . . that just makes me smile because I know they care.
Walking around campus was harder than I thought it would be. Up stairs, down stairs, through puddles, sitting down, standing up - ugh this took a huge tole on my body. Thankfully, the doors that were not automatic were usually opened for me. Alyssa and I were stranded in the music building during the tornado warning for about 15 minutes. God has blessed me with such great friends. :) She and I just sat in the hallway with other students and talked about our classes. I absolutely loooovvvee meeting fellow college students.
I am hopefully returning to work tomorrow, Praise the Lord! I honestly miss working. This weekend is the Dave Barnes concert and the madre and I are going - so excited! Well, I'm going to go for the time being; do laundry, clean my room, and take some more pain medicine.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Hurraah for Monday! (Seriously . . . )
I just love the life that God is allowing me to live for Him. Seriously, things just keep getting better, and better, and...wait, yes, better. Yesterday, was Sunday (hence why today is Monday) and as usual, I went to give my grandmother her medicine before going to church. She lives in an assisted living center near my house and I have the job of giving her her medicine on Sunday and Tuesday mornings. Along with making sure she swallows all of her pills, I sit with her and just listen. She has alzheimers, so it's sometimes hard for her to remember who I am, but for the most part she knows me. She also has trouble forming proper sentences. I sometimes play 20 questions with her to help her say what she's trying to tell me.
Yesterday, she was sitting up in the foyer as usual - waiting for me. After getting her pills from her room, I came and sat down beside her, and made sure she took her pills properly. Once she had finished, she took my hand, looked up at me and just smiled my favorite smile of hers. When Nanny smiles, her eyes light up, and her smile turns into a happy chuckle. This just made my heart smile. :) When I left, I gave her a hug and told her that I loved her so much. Nanny held me in a hug for a long time - she may almost be 90 years old, but she's incredibly strong for her age - and just smiled at me the whole time. When I left, she looked close to tears when she said, "You know, I . . . I just love you. So, so much. I'm just so . . . proud of you. Pretty. So pretty." Neeeeeeedless to say, I had to try so hard not to cry as I hugged her back. I love my grandmother so much. I feel so blessed to have her in my life. Nanny has had such an huge impact on my life, and I just love her too.
AS IF THE DAY COULD NOT GET ANY BETTER. It did. Church was incredible. I have an amazing church family, and God has really been showing me more and more how important the body of Christ is. After hearing Bro. Kenny preach about Elijah, I went to Humdingers with Georgia, Amy, Katherine, Josh, Uncle J, Paige, and their kids. Ah, dear God, why did you give me such incredible friends?! I'm not complaining, I'm just so thrilled that you love me so much that you would bless me with some of the most amazing people in the world. Uncle J gave me a key to their house yesterday, and I had to try not to cry - again! It was a simple gesture, but it was saying, "Here is a key to your second home." He has been a huge part of my life, and I honestly would not be where I am today without Uncle J, and his sweet family. :)
ANNDD THEN. I hung out with my dear friend, Ms. Kim-kay Gill. I went to her house, met her family, got a tour of her big, gorgeous house, and we goofed off with her camera. :) She bought pirate gear from the Hob Lob on Saturday, and we decided to play a few Disney songs. :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJxz928gZoE < a link to one of our crazy videos. We went to Chili's, walked around Target, and went to see a movie after that.
When I got up this morning, I thought I would be emotionally, physically, and mentally drained from the day before. However, all I felt was joy. Honestly I couldn't wait to open God's word and live another day!
I thought I'd share the passage from my Bible study book that I read:
"I am a God who gives and gives and gives. When I died for you on the cross, I held back NOTHING. I poured out My life like a drink offering. Because giving is inherent in My nature, I search for people who are able to receive in full measure. To increase you intimacy with Me, the two traits you need the most are receptivity and attentiveness. Receptivity is opening up your innermost being to be filled with My abundant riches. Attentiveness is directing you gaze to Me: searching for Me in all your moments. It is possible to stay your mind on Me, as the prophet Isaiah wrote. Through such attentiveness you receive a glorious gift: My perfect Peace." from "Jesus Calling."
Philippians 2:17
Mark 10:15
Isaiah 26:3
( ^^ get a Bible)
So, by the grace of my Savior, I was able to greet Monday with a smiling face :) - which is crazy because according to my school schedule, I'm supposed to be stressed right now. haha.
Yesterday, she was sitting up in the foyer as usual - waiting for me. After getting her pills from her room, I came and sat down beside her, and made sure she took her pills properly. Once she had finished, she took my hand, looked up at me and just smiled my favorite smile of hers. When Nanny smiles, her eyes light up, and her smile turns into a happy chuckle. This just made my heart smile. :) When I left, I gave her a hug and told her that I loved her so much. Nanny held me in a hug for a long time - she may almost be 90 years old, but she's incredibly strong for her age - and just smiled at me the whole time. When I left, she looked close to tears when she said, "You know, I . . . I just love you. So, so much. I'm just so . . . proud of you. Pretty. So pretty." Neeeeeeedless to say, I had to try so hard not to cry as I hugged her back. I love my grandmother so much. I feel so blessed to have her in my life. Nanny has had such an huge impact on my life, and I just love her too.
AS IF THE DAY COULD NOT GET ANY BETTER. It did. Church was incredible. I have an amazing church family, and God has really been showing me more and more how important the body of Christ is. After hearing Bro. Kenny preach about Elijah, I went to Humdingers with Georgia, Amy, Katherine, Josh, Uncle J, Paige, and their kids. Ah, dear God, why did you give me such incredible friends?! I'm not complaining, I'm just so thrilled that you love me so much that you would bless me with some of the most amazing people in the world. Uncle J gave me a key to their house yesterday, and I had to try not to cry - again! It was a simple gesture, but it was saying, "Here is a key to your second home." He has been a huge part of my life, and I honestly would not be where I am today without Uncle J, and his sweet family. :)
ANNDD THEN. I hung out with my dear friend, Ms. Kim-kay Gill. I went to her house, met her family, got a tour of her big, gorgeous house, and we goofed off with her camera. :) She bought pirate gear from the Hob Lob on Saturday, and we decided to play a few Disney songs. :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SJxz928gZoE < a link to one of our crazy videos. We went to Chili's, walked around Target, and went to see a movie after that.
When I got up this morning, I thought I would be emotionally, physically, and mentally drained from the day before. However, all I felt was joy. Honestly I couldn't wait to open God's word and live another day!
I thought I'd share the passage from my Bible study book that I read:
"I am a God who gives and gives and gives. When I died for you on the cross, I held back NOTHING. I poured out My life like a drink offering. Because giving is inherent in My nature, I search for people who are able to receive in full measure. To increase you intimacy with Me, the two traits you need the most are receptivity and attentiveness. Receptivity is opening up your innermost being to be filled with My abundant riches. Attentiveness is directing you gaze to Me: searching for Me in all your moments. It is possible to stay your mind on Me, as the prophet Isaiah wrote. Through such attentiveness you receive a glorious gift: My perfect Peace." from "Jesus Calling."
Philippians 2:17
Mark 10:15
Isaiah 26:3
( ^^ get a Bible)
So, by the grace of my Savior, I was able to greet Monday with a smiling face :) - which is crazy because according to my school schedule, I'm supposed to be stressed right now. haha.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Needing More Coffee . . .
So, I'm here on the University of Memphis campus - late. . . YET again. The second time this week. I'm studying for a history exam, writing a history paper, writing a sociology paper, and finishing a project for dietetics. *sigh. Needless to say, I'm exhausted. I feel like I've been living on campus this past week. I'm literally running myself into the ground with my homework, and work schedule. After getting dinner (a vanilla milkshake from Burger King) I went to a random couch in the UC and literally passed out for 30 minutes. There could have been an earthquake and I wouldn't have noticed - seriously, I'm running on 3 cups of coffee. AND ALL THE COFFEE PLACES ON CAMPUS ARE CLOSED. Not cool. I feel loopy and my brain is just fried to a lovely crisp.
However, where my sleep and sanity has failed, God has been faithful. :) He's the one that I think of when I feel like I can't go any further. I honestly don't know how I'd be surviving college without Him. I feel like I can hear His voice closer than before, and this thrills my heart. :) Even though I'm dead tired in the morning, I find myself excited to get into His word first thing every morning. He shows me new things everyday, and I can feel myself falling more in love with my Savior every second. It could be just me and my Heavenly Father for the rest of my life - and I would be happy. :) I'd rather have His faithfulness and love than anything else in this world. Sure, we're human, we want relationships, and we want to find "the one," but honestly that isn't going to last for forever. We're not guaranteed a lifelong partner, but we are guaranteed a lifelong Savior. :) I get to hold my Savior's hand as He leads me through this thing called life. His hand is the one that will never leave mine. :) He has blessed me with an amazing family, and incredible friends - and He gave His life for mine. I could never ask for anything more than that.
So, in conclusion, I'm sitting here in the library (taking a break from homework) with a huge smile on my face because my Savior has set my heart racing just thinking about Him. Oh gosh, now I'm tearing up, okay the librarian thinks I'm crazy but oh well. - I need to do more homework, and find some more coffee. . .
However, where my sleep and sanity has failed, God has been faithful. :) He's the one that I think of when I feel like I can't go any further. I honestly don't know how I'd be surviving college without Him. I feel like I can hear His voice closer than before, and this thrills my heart. :) Even though I'm dead tired in the morning, I find myself excited to get into His word first thing every morning. He shows me new things everyday, and I can feel myself falling more in love with my Savior every second. It could be just me and my Heavenly Father for the rest of my life - and I would be happy. :) I'd rather have His faithfulness and love than anything else in this world. Sure, we're human, we want relationships, and we want to find "the one," but honestly that isn't going to last for forever. We're not guaranteed a lifelong partner, but we are guaranteed a lifelong Savior. :) I get to hold my Savior's hand as He leads me through this thing called life. His hand is the one that will never leave mine. :) He has blessed me with an amazing family, and incredible friends - and He gave His life for mine. I could never ask for anything more than that.
So, in conclusion, I'm sitting here in the library (taking a break from homework) with a huge smile on my face because my Savior has set my heart racing just thinking about Him. Oh gosh, now I'm tearing up, okay the librarian thinks I'm crazy but oh well. - I need to do more homework, and find some more coffee. . .
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
It's Already March?!
This year is going by oh so quickly! So much is happening and there's so much I want to do - it's a little crazy. Today, I went to get advised about the fall semester. I LOVE my adviser. She's so friendly, and she remembers the little things about me - like that I work at Hobby Lobby. After picking out my classes, we just sat and talked for awhile. - smile -
I had lunch - as always on Tuesdays and Thursdays - with my dear friend, Ms. Kimberly Gill, in the "Den of Tigers," (as we call it). She always makes me smile, and I'm so God has put friends like her in my life.
This week is so so hectic. My brother is still looking for a car, and my mother's car is not working at the moment. So guess who has the only running car in the family? Me? Yes. We're having to totally rearrange our schedules and figure out how to fix my mom's car, get my brother to and from work, take care of my grandma, get me to and from school and work.... and to the grocery store. It's a wee stressful.
On a lighter note, I ordered my ticket to see Joshua Bell on May 12th! I'm very excited - I've loved his music for years, and I get to see him from the front row.
God has been so good lately! Everyday, I feel like I'm falling more and more in love with Him. When things beyond my control occur, I can see evidence of His hand around me. He'll send me "hugs" exactly when I need them - and sometimes before I need them. A few days ago, I woke up and I wasn't in a great mood. I had my quiet time, and walked outside to my car. When I got outside, I saw that my car was covered in cherry blossom petals (from the tree in my yard). Some people may see this as "annoying" or meaningless - but I love cherry blossoms, and seeing my car covered in them felt like God saying, "Good morning, trust in Me and seek Me today. I love you, and I'm thinking of you." That turned my whole day around, and ended up being one of the best days I've ever had. I'm so thankful to have a God who is attentive not only to my needs, but to my heart as well. :)
I had lunch - as always on Tuesdays and Thursdays - with my dear friend, Ms. Kimberly Gill, in the "Den of Tigers," (as we call it). She always makes me smile, and I'm so God has put friends like her in my life.
This week is so so hectic. My brother is still looking for a car, and my mother's car is not working at the moment. So guess who has the only running car in the family? Me? Yes. We're having to totally rearrange our schedules and figure out how to fix my mom's car, get my brother to and from work, take care of my grandma, get me to and from school and work.... and to the grocery store. It's a wee stressful.
On a lighter note, I ordered my ticket to see Joshua Bell on May 12th! I'm very excited - I've loved his music for years, and I get to see him from the front row.
God has been so good lately! Everyday, I feel like I'm falling more and more in love with Him. When things beyond my control occur, I can see evidence of His hand around me. He'll send me "hugs" exactly when I need them - and sometimes before I need them. A few days ago, I woke up and I wasn't in a great mood. I had my quiet time, and walked outside to my car. When I got outside, I saw that my car was covered in cherry blossom petals (from the tree in my yard). Some people may see this as "annoying" or meaningless - but I love cherry blossoms, and seeing my car covered in them felt like God saying, "Good morning, trust in Me and seek Me today. I love you, and I'm thinking of you." That turned my whole day around, and ended up being one of the best days I've ever had. I'm so thankful to have a God who is attentive not only to my needs, but to my heart as well. :)
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Why, hello there, again...
Goodness, it's been awhile! I've been up to my head in homework lately. Trying to balance church, work, school, sleep, social life, and breathing is slightly difficult.
A few things have been a'happenin' these last few months. :)
I have been going to Central Church out in Collierville on Sunday mornings for the past 2 months. I really feel like that's where God wants me on Sundays and I'm fine with that. As it so happens, I was recently asked to join a young adult bible study that meets on Fridays, and I'm thrilled to be asked to hang with the "older folks," and soak up all the wisdom and advice that I can.
More and more I'm convinced that God is real. Simply looking out your window you can tell there IS a Creator.
Little blessings I've noticed:
When your brother hands you money for gas and says "Don't worry about it."
When customers at work thank you repeatedly for being patient and kind with their child who is autistic.
When your friend is having a bad day, and she's the one encouraging you.
When the sun is shinning, the windows are down, and you're singing praises to the One who made your voice.
When your best friend sends you a text when you're having a bad day.. and all it says is, "I love you!"
When you have a 2 hour phone conversation with Chelsea Fleet. :)
When your best friend, Erin Hatcher, comes in your line at the Hob Lob. :)
When you sit with your mom on the couch, making silly voices and faces with each other.
A few things have been a'happenin' these last few months. :)
I have been going to Central Church out in Collierville on Sunday mornings for the past 2 months. I really feel like that's where God wants me on Sundays and I'm fine with that. As it so happens, I was recently asked to join a young adult bible study that meets on Fridays, and I'm thrilled to be asked to hang with the "older folks," and soak up all the wisdom and advice that I can.
More and more I'm convinced that God is real. Simply looking out your window you can tell there IS a Creator.
Little blessings I've noticed:
When your brother hands you money for gas and says "Don't worry about it."
When customers at work thank you repeatedly for being patient and kind with their child who is autistic.
When your friend is having a bad day, and she's the one encouraging you.
When the sun is shinning, the windows are down, and you're singing praises to the One who made your voice.
When your best friend sends you a text when you're having a bad day.. and all it says is, "I love you!"
When you have a 2 hour phone conversation with Chelsea Fleet. :)
When your best friend, Erin Hatcher, comes in your line at the Hob Lob. :)
When you sit with your mom on the couch, making silly voices and faces with each other.
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