Megan Carter, the 13 year old, autistic girl, i have been praying for is safe!

Praise the Lord!

BOOOOYAAAAAAA! How is everyone doing. I know what you are thinking.... WHAT JONATHAN IS LEAVING A POST!!!!! I know, I know, my fans have been waiting for a long time to here from me again. LOL You would think the younger brother of the dood who made this thing would be in the groove with leavin blogs and stuff! Oh well I try my best!!!! Ok so to catch everyone up on the past month of my life --- just kiding I know that would be impossible, I would use up all the memory in Nathan's server or how ever this site works?!?!!?!?! Ok well things are good considering a few things that have been unavoidable. But that is for another time and another blog. But even through those things God is completly faithful and is continueing to bless mymy socks off. About Lipscomb........ it is good. I am finally getting into the groove of the work and stuff so that is a praise to God. But the largest thing school wise is that we are begining to slow down in my Greek class!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I feel so great knowing that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ok beyond Lipscomb now... get this!!!! James Mattila, which is the man I was praying for after Katrina has been put on the safe list!!!! That is a definate answer to prayers. I was beginning to get discouraged because every time I checked to see if James had been found his name would still be on the lost list. I even remember reading a post from his sister asking for any type of information on James and hurting thinking of what her and James' family had to be feeling. But the thing that is so cool was right when I was beginning to get discouraged God totally suprised me and answered my prayers for James. I ended up sending an email to his sister last night expresing how excited I was and that I was praying for James and the Mattila family since Katrina. I havn't got an email back yet, but that is totally cool. I am just happy James has been put on the safe list! Praise God!!!!! So yea I have probably writen too much but I am gonna try to blog a little more again. Until next time I bid you fair well!!!!

In Him,
Jonathan
John3:30
1Thes5:16-17

:^)

Whoohoo...fun day ahead. Going to see Miss Leslie, she's going to give me a nice haircut. Oh yeah and i only have 1 class today. Yeah..and I get my computer back Sunday!!!! Whooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!! I'm thrilled. I missed my lovely laptop. :)

No more point to this blog-entry...lol

Whatever happened to Ken Griffy Jr.? you always use to hear about Jr. now you dont. what in the world.
piece

Heck yeah I'm coming home this weekend!

eliz

photo from clint


For those of you who were at Diversion Wednesday night I want your feedback on how you think the student speakers did.

Question: What did you think about the student messages? What did God teach you? Would you like to have another student led speaking night soon? Tell me what you think.

. . .

Because it's a quarter to ten.

And I just woke up.

Is it the weekend or something?

. . .

Nope.

Damn.

"As I look around,
everyone busily
hurries on by.

I noticed that this year, too,
the signs of winter have
come very soon.

Again, somewhere in this city today
two people will meet and fall in love;
the curtains are violently opened.

Even so, everything eventually,
someday, has an end.

Again, somewhere in this city today
two people split apart;
the curtains are quitely dropped."
-Ayu


photo from NeoDaydream


photo from NeoDaydream

Ok, it's only 8:05 and I've already eaten a bag of muffins, a doughnut....and then when 2nd period comes around I'll get some more.
Man...I'm going to get fat...

Dear Lord,
Thank you dear Lord heavenly father above all name's for giving me this great beautiful amazing oppurtunity to come visit my sister Kaylei at her college David Lipscomb University for 2night and the rest of the week end.I went to Sanctuary with her at Otter Creek Church of Christ and I learned alot. Getting to go to that church and hear so many people praise his name with there amazing singing voices and the girls and guys who went up and read Scriptures and told stories really opened my eyes.It was like an eye opener for me to get right back in check with you.I need you not just now but forever until Im with you in Heaven even than I will still need you.Well one of the girls that got up there who's from Honduras really touched my heart by something she said.She said something like Hurricane Katrina that just hit not to ago should be an eye opener to us that these things are happening around the world all the time that its not safe and there are tragedies all over besides Hurricanes and that we should really just go to God cause were say lucky to have him and that people who just here about God in other countries just cry and are so excited cause they never knew how amazing he is.When she said that I just broke down in tears right than and there and was really thinking to myself about you Lord.I have made some horrible mistakes in my life that I wish I had never made and could go back in time and take back but I cant.Now all I can do is just sit here and pray to you and try and change and be a better person cause you and I both no Im far from perfect. But,see no one is but you cause we all make mistakes thats what makes us all human. Without God nothing is possible and I mean nothing at all.We wouldnt be here until this day if it wasnt for him.We are so blessed to live were we live and we so need to notice that more often.Well Lord you and I both know I have been going through alot here lately and Im always needing you and gonna need you.Please show me the light and lead me down the right path.I know I always question you and thats cause Im confused and I have so many questions for you cause only you and you only have all the answer's for me but cant just answer all of them.I know your here to answer them when you think the time is best for me.Why is there so much evil in the world? I mean what makes people judge others I mean I dont get why there's just so much hate.It seems like there's no good people like no good in anybody anymore.Why isnt it my time to be placed with my spouse yet?Okay I know its almost been a year since me and my ex-fiance Jake broke up.I know you remember he broke up with me the day after Christmas meaning 6 days after my 20th birthday.We were together a year and six months.I have been on alot of date's since we broke up and sometime's it seems like I try to compare every guy to him or sometime's it just feels and seems like all the guys care about is trying to get in a girls pants anymore and Im not all about that.Im not easy and I dont go sleep around with every guy I look at.So if a guy doesnt like that about me oh well cause I know there's more fish in the see.I know I will find me a guy who fits the nice guys finish last line.Lord I know your doing what you think is best for me and I know I have and we all have made mistakes.Im trying to change and become a stronger and better person. Please just show me some sign on what Im doing wrong or how you want me to be.I wanna please you Lord I really do.Its so hard on me and I feel like your punishing me for something I did wrong and I wish you would show me or tell me what I did wrong.I do not know what I did to not please you.Its just I dont get it sometime's.Im the girl thats always dreamed of her wedding day and finding her soul mate to love and to marry in sickness and in health until death do us part like that type of love they share in the movie The Notebook.God when your ready just give me a guy who fits my standards that I have set.I know every girl sits here and dreams of her wedding day.But,Im just like my Grandma and I know you know that Lord.She told me that she wasnt ever worried about a job or a car her main thing was to find her soul mate to spend the rest of her life with and Im the same way. Lord just show me the light and lead me down the right path you think is best for me.Im just gonna leave all this up to you and you just do whats best for me.
In Him,
KIRSTEN

“Not only so,but we also rejoice in our sufferings,because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance,character; and character,hope.”-Romans 5:3-4-

"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.Love never fails."-1 Corinthians 13:4-8-

My Standards
Im looking for a Christian in other words they gotta have at least faith in the Lord
A old fashion gentlemen
Someone really funny
Someone doesnt want me just for sex
Someone who doesnt mind that I dont drive cause I have a fear of driving
Someone who is ready to settle down
Someone who's funny
Someone who loves kids
Someone sweet
Someone romantic and affectionate
Some one who respects me and likes me for me

MY BIRTHDAY IS IN 30 DAYS.









yeah.. im expecting a psp.



////

--Redneck-
1] Do you believe the south will rise again? no.
2] Do you drive a four-wheel drive automobile? no.
3] Do you live in a mobile home? no.
4] Is your car still primer gray? no.
5] Do you like country music? nope.
6] Do you have a broken car in your back yard? no.
7] Do you own a cowboy hat? no.
8] Do you live on more then 2 acres? no.
9] Do you have more then 4 different animals at your home? no.
Total YES: 0

-Goth--
1] Do you wear black eyeliner?: yes
2] Is most of your clothing dark?: no?
3] Do you think about death often?: no.
4] Do you want to die?: no.
5] Are you a social outcast?: i hope not
6] Are you pale?: hah, no
7] Do you like Hot Topic?: yeah, i guess..
8] Do you enjoy Tim burton movies? yes.
9] Are you nice?: if i like you :)
Total YES: 3 or 4?

--Skater Punk--
1] Can you skateboard?: no.
2] Do you wear Vans?: no, but i like them
3] Do you do stupid stuff with your friends? always.
4] Have you gotten in trouble with the Cops?: no.
5] Do you watch the x-games? no.
6] Do you have any piercings?: ears?
7] Do you like/wear mohawks? yes.
8] Do you wear Band t-shirts: yes.
9] Have you called someone a poser?: yes.
Total YES: 5

--Prep--
1] Do you say the word "like": yes :)
2] Do you shop at Abercrombie and Fitch?: no.
3] Do you pop the collar? nope...
4] Do the people in Hot topic scare you?: no.
5] Is the only nerd u like Seth Cowen? huh?
6] Do you watch LAGUNA BEACH? no.
7] Do you like pop music: nope.
8] Do you want/have a little dog?: YES.
Total YES: 2

--Hippie--
1] Is your hair long?: i think its long, but its not LONG.
2] Do you own a tye-dye shirt?: ugh, no
3] Do you want peace?: yes.
4] Do you want to save the animals? yes.
5] Do you think war is unneccesary?: yes
6] Is love essential in your life?: yes.
7] Have you smoked pot? no.
8] Do you like classic rock and trippy music? sometimes
Total YES: 4 1/2?

--Gangsta--
1] Do you act ghetto?: YEAH.
2] Do you wear do-rags?: haha, no
3] Do you like hip-hop?:no.
4] Was Tupac truly the greatest rapper in the world?: who?
5] Do you believe he's alive?: WHO?
6] Do you like afros?: no.
7] Have you ever said "Fo Shizzle"?: all the time.
8] Do you like to dance?: yes. to techno. :)
9] Do you own any Baby Phat or G-Unit: no.
Total YES: 3

--Emo--
1] Do you cry often? nope.
2] Do you wear hoodies: yes.
3] Do you like soft music: yes.
4] Do people not understand you?: no, because i confuse people and i cant stay on one subject very long
5] Do you write your own songs?: no.
6] Ever dyed your hair red, black or dark: no.
7] Do you cut your hair: yes
8] Are you lonely: when im home alone?
9] Is Ohio for lovers?: yes.
Total YES:4


--Surfer--
1]Do you surf? no.
2] Do you wear flip flops all year-round?: not really.
3] Is your hair shaggy?: no.
4] Do you wake up before 6 every morning?: no
5] Do you own any pairs of shorts?: yes.
6] Are you tanned? yes, very much so
8] Do you want to be at the beach right now?: yeah
9] Do you hate tourists?: yes
Total YES: 3


--Geek--
1] Do you wear glasses: nope.
2] Do you get good grades? yes.
3] Do you use an inhaler?: no.
4] Do you stick pens and calculators into your shirt pockets? no.
5] Does your mom pick out your clothes?: no.
6] Are you on the computer often?: yes.
7] Do you ever get picked on?: yes :(
8] Do you look forward to going to school?: hell no.
9] Are you shy around the opposite sex?: no.
10] Do you have braces?: no
Total YES: 3

photo from rachelann948

1-4....wowzers....varsity mite win??

ok im better....

leaving for Beth Moore tomorrow....dont really know what to expect...sure it will be good

OH MY GOD!!!!

Current mood: Ecstatic.

How can something so far-fetched happen??

whew...made it through the nursing home, the afterschool program, and the encouragement lunch! no one died at the nursing home and no one died at the after school program and no one died at the encouragement lunch-so all was a success :)

seriously though, there was a fight and shooting in thompkins square park on wednesday. thankfully God was looking out for us and kept us all safe.

and i also cleaned my room. like really CLEANED my room tonight. i think stephanie's a little worried about me :)

and i'm babysitting all day tomorrow...yay! 9 month old chloe and 6 year old keegan, it'll be fun but tiring.

i'm out...

I get my liscense in the next week( as soon as I get the waver from my eye doctor..). So, now I get to bum my parents car until my truck is fixed. But hey, I still get fridays on the good foot.

edit: one day.... i talked to stu and...

Trademarkofdoom [1:05 AM]: swhing!
dEa thLam MA 9 [1:05 AM]: what can i say, i got a thing for epileptic women ;]
Trademarkofdoom [1:06 AM]: sweet!
Trademarkofdoom [1:06 AM]: thats gotta go on phusebox
dEa thLam MA 9 [1:06 AM]: haha

i'm alive, i swear! well, life....LIFE. that's all i can say. life is in full swing. classes are crazy. friends are amazing. so i went to the coldplay concert the other night with some friends....IT WAS PHENOMENAL. that's all i can say. this is short, but oh well. homework is calling my name. love you all.
O

I do not understand some of my friends.

Good news.
Nick, our base director, had a meeting with a church in Brooklyn about hosting a lot of our ministry in their building. We have been trying to find a location inside NYC for literally 14 years, so this was a big deal to us. And he said yes. It should be a great facility. The Frontier Missions DTS just finished their school there and really enjoyed it. It is a great neighborhood. Bay Ridge, right off the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (the BQE for locals). So we are getting ready to get really busy as an urban team, which I am really excited about. The scary part is this is a huge step towards relocating our ministry into the city. A part of me really wants to move into the city, and a part of me is really scared. It's so expensive!
So I'm not going to think about it until I have to. Another good point is I have really expressed a desire to take over our short term mission teams that we host in the city. Of course, now they will be hosted in Brooklyn at this church, and I will pack up and live in Brooklyn one week after another as each team comes. But this is what is really special to me about this. The teams are usually youth groups or college groups. When I moved here, I was figuring I would not be doing youth ministry anymore, and although that made me sad, I figured I would enjoy whatever God had for me. But now I see myself getting back into youth ministry, but different than I've ever done it. I get to plan the mission trips and host group after group. I get to work with youth all over the country, encouraging them, teaching them, and doing ministry with them. Can you believe it?? And of course if any of you ever wanted to get together a mission trip inside NYC, just let me know.
“Do not share in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.” I Timothy 5:22

We're the kids who feel like dead ends
And I want to be known for my hits, not just my misses



hmm...comment?

I think that I am just confused about life.
Thats why I seem so bipolar on this.
I have up days and down.
I get encouraged though, every time things get me down.
I guess that that is God's way of makin me understand that he wont let me down.
I cant wait for our youth group kick-off on Sunday Night.
We arent havin a big party or anything, but I've needed this since ours stopped.( long story)
Come if ya can! - 7pm at Holy Cross on Cason Lane
Thanks for the encouragement.
talk to yall soon.
- J4(()8

I think that I am just confused about life.
Thats why I seem so bipolar on this.
I have up days and down.
I get encouraged though, every time things get me down.
I guess that that is God's way of makin me understand that he wont let me down.
I cant wait for our youth group kick-off on Sunday Night.
We arent havin a big party or anything, but I've needed this since ours stopped.( long story)
Come if ya can! - 7pm at Holy Cross on Cason Lane
Thanks for the encouragement.
talk to yall soon.
- J4(()8

so i was sittin in science today. bored out of my butt, because we were doing something that will never have any affect on my life, o well. back to my story. i was sittin in my seat wondering why i am here on this earth. what is my purpose. well yea, i know im suppose to serve God. we all are. but i was thinking about me. ben. why am i here, in this seat right now. why was i born to a great family. why wasnt i born in kansas or something, to a kind of broken family. why did God bless me with that. i was also wondering, what am i suppose to do with my life. why am i here? im sooooo curious to see what God is going to reveal to me through my life. i want to know where i will be in 10 years. but i dont, ill just have to trust in God with that. but really, what is the reason ur here on this earth. what are you going to do with ur life. what is going to be soooo different about you. and y did u choose to be different. remember, its just a thought.

In the deepest part of my heart
there is a strong feeling
something quite so tender
something that could dissolve with our touch
It is the uncommon love
the one unknown to mankind
a love that makes us afraid
afraid to let go of what we have
to experience something wonderful
something beyond our years
at one point we have to contemplate
to take the risk, or to let it be
to take the risk could
give us the world, and all it's riches
to let it be is something we could regret
we miss out on what could have been
but for now, it sits in my heart
& I yet know what to do with it.

-by me

:[ I am sad.
no one leaves me any remarks anymore.
ohwell.

Band practice made me sad.

Definately spending New Years in Times Square in NYC. Exciting? Yes!

And I signed up for Passion 06' in Nash-vegas. It should be cool. Good way to start off a year.

Now I just have to get a more gas-ecconomical car so I can make the drive up and back down for less than 5 billion dollars!

:)

yeah... just got this... hmmm not the same as xanga but pretty cool

well tommorow is going to be horribly ive got to dress as skunk cuz we lost a challenge.

well hey guys, i think im getting the hng of this thing. i just dont know how to change the background and add music yet. ill figure it out though. well everythings good i ges. school is ok. baseball is going good. there is one girl that i just met and i am really wanting to get to know better. so maybe that will happen. but who knows. well thats it i ges. leave me some. later-forrest

thank god this week is almost over. it's been awful. like... wow awful. but tomorrow is friday. and band saturday. and then next week is here. hopefully it will be better.

How can one person have so much control over your emotions, whether you let them or don't want them to? The same person giving you some of your best memories, and taking you to your lowest lows.

I wish I could runaway from this problem.

Yet I would give everything I have to fix it.

*sigh*

okay, so I've been thinking...as always, what else is new....anyway, yeah, I've been thinking, and I can't help it. I compare myself with every single girl I come across and think "Should I worry?" "She looks better than I do...." and I'm so freaking insecure. Ugh, I hate it. why'd I have to be raised with these Asian ways? They make you think it's horrible to be a girl, you should obey what a man says, and make you think you're ugly and self-conscious. I HATE THIS FEELING!!!! but yeah, needed to vent.....::sigh::

YOu ever have one of those days where you seriously wonder if you are in some alternate universe.

First - I was on the subway this morning and the train was coming to a fast stop so I was holding onto the bars... that are put there to keep us standing... and this man literally picked my hand off the bar so he could get clsoser to the door. I had my laptop on my shoulder which added to the gravity of the train stopping. I came really close to flying.

Second- THis man fussed at me on the elevator because the elevator stopped to pick me up... apparently he thought it should go straight down... no stops.

Third- THe cleaning lady in our new offices fussed at me for reading Harry Potter because THat is for the devil and we shouldn't be involved with the devil's work... Seriously... her words.

I can laugh at the situations above because they were really out of my control... but at the time I was thinking... is this really happening... especially the subway guy. He literally moved my hand off the bar...

But all in all it was a good day. I love being in my new office. I stayed late... which means I am busy... which I LOVE... then i got some Rice Bowl...and then got a call from my accountability partner. SHe is awesome. God is so good...

I hope you are having a good day.

This Woman And This Man - Clay Walker
My Last Name - Dierks Bentley
I've Still Got A Lot Of Leavin' Left To Do - DB
Friends In Low Places - Garth Brooks
The Dance - Garth Brooks
Life's A Dance - John M. Montgomery
Letters From Home - JMM
Travelin' Soldier - Dixie Chicks
Cowboy Take Me Away - Dixie Chicks
Passionate Kisses - Mary C. Carpenter
She's In Love With The Boy - Trisha Yearwood
Don't Take The Girl - Tim McGraw
Everywhere - Tim McGraw
When You Say Nothing At All - Keith Whitley
She's Got It All - Kenny Chesney
The Good Stuff - Kenny Chesney
18 Wheels And A Dozen Roses - Kathy M.
Billy The Kid - Billy Dean
What Might Have Been - Little Texas
God Blessed Texas - Little Texas
Dixieland Delight - Alabama
Goodbye Says It All - Blackhawk
Main Street - Bob Segar
Against The Wind - Bob Segar
Baby Blue - George Strait
Hey Good Lookin - Hank Sr.
North Dakota - Lyle Lovett
Wild One - Faith Hill
That's What I Love About Sundays - Craig Morgan
It's A Great Day To Be Alive - Travis Tritt

(this is completely random, and some of these songs have no correlation whatsoever).

If Country Music offends you (Laura!), we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank You,

Management

he gave up..cuz i dont answer the phone when he calls anymore

blaze bash tomorrow!! woot woot!

--but i doubt if we'll win our football game..lol

This past week has been Divinely inspired. God is cool. Those three words can easily sum up my week thus far.

I feel so out of the loop, lol. I've been off phusebox for a week or so, and I haven't been watching T.V. much either. An example of this: I didn't even know there was a hurricane named Ophelia hitting the Carolinas until it was almost gone, and I didn't know Rita was on its way until this past Tuesday.

Duh.

But!

God is GOOD.

and COOL.

I hope that Christ blesses you with the joy of the Holy Spirit this week, this month, and even this year. Pray for joy! Pray for joy for others, and pray for joy for yourself!

I have this big, goofy grin on my face right now simply because I love my God and I know He loves me.

Considering all He's done for me, I'm kinda wondering why I'm not so hyper and full of the Joy of Christ all the time.

Life sucks sometimes, but try and make the joy of the fact that you are redeemed and a part of the family of God an unquenchable flame in your heart. Make that joy a light in your heart that can never be dimmed by what Satan and the world throws at you.

Also, thank you guys for all of your prayers for my family concerning my grandpa. He's doing well and should be coming home Tuesday. Praise God for that.

And know, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that God is faithful.

Praise the Lord
Praise the Lord
Let the earth hear His voice
Praise the Lord
Praise the Lord
Let the people Rejoice

wow this week has been really tuff for me!
so many things going on!
i just want to thank Jamie and Nate for being there when i needed someone!!! thanks!!!!

o yes no more AOL and xanga for me:
if you want to talk to me then message me on here or facebook or email me:
rab3u@mtsu.edu
blondrach2005@hotmail.com
thanks!

Love Through Christ!
~Rachel~

I just don’t get it..I don’t understand..y? Y are are ppl so cruel?!? Is it because no one has anything better to talk about?!? I mean we all could just be so happy if ppl didn’t say hurtful things. Y is it that ppl make fun of others?!? Is there a reason? Should there be this much hatred or cruelty in the world? It doesn’t help anyone. It doesn’t make us feel better…so I ask y?!?

I love you kiddos.. MuAh

The Blame Game.

Now, the rules of the game are as follows.
- Everytime something bad happens, you find someone to blame.
- They don't have to be connected in any way to what happened.
- Whatever reason given is good enough to create a following.

It's President Bush's fault.
It's the Liberal's fault.
It's the environmentalists fault.
It's the American people's fault.
It's Saddam's fault.
It's the media's fault.

Does anyone honestly see how childish this all is??

Think of it like this: when our children and our children's children are studying American history they'll read about World War 2, the hippies of the 60's, the Clinton Impeachment, and "The Blame Game." What kind of legacy are we leaving here, people? Quit blaming everyone and just help out! Katrina was made ploitical because people wanted someone to blame over a HURRICANE.

Now that another one is on the way, everyone is getting a head start and trying to blame someone for why gas is going to rise or where everyone is going to go or where Natalie Holloway is..wait..no..everyone on TV is playing the game that is fascinating America while the whole world looks on and laughs..

The Blame Game.

Grow up.
Shut up.
Open your eyes.

- Opening Credits: “Lonesome When You Go” by Madeleine Peyroux
- Waking-Up scene: “I’m Smelling Coffee” by Chris Rice
- Average Day scene: “Running Just to Catch Myself” by Mark Schultz
- Falling In Love scene: “I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” by Elvis Presley
- Love Scene: “These Words” by Natasha Bedingfield
- Fight With a Friend scene: “We Are Not as Strong as We Think We Are” by Rich Mullins
- Break-Up/Post Break-Up scene: “Empty Chairs” by Don McLean
- Lonely scene: “Operator” by Jim Croce
- Get Back Together scene: “Cecelia” by Simon and Garfunkel
- Fight scene: “Like Father, Like Son” from AIDA
- Wandering Around Randomly scene:
- Heartbreak scene: “Am I the Only One” by Dixie Chicks
- Mental Breakdown scene: “Twenty-Four” by Switchfoot
- Driving scene: “Country Roads” by John Denver
- Sex scene: “The Night is Still Young” by Billy Joel
- Dream sequence: “Such Greats Heights” by The Postal Service
- Party scene: “Yeah” by Usher
- Happy Dance scene: “Feelin’ Groovy” by Simon and Garfunkel
- Regret scene: “I So Hate Consequences” by Relient K
- Long Night Alone scene: “Hold Me Jesus” by Rich Mullins
- Closing credits: “Do You Hear the People Sing?” from Les Miserables

So Aimee and I were/are having this conversation about what we want in a guy. Most of it's humorous stuff:

Sweetclick35: ok..we need to make a list
Sweetclick35: hands have to be same size or bigger
Da Annsta: bigger
Sweetclick35: feet- hairier and bigger or same size (ive got big feet)
Da Annsta: lol, me too
Da Annsta: face hair is a plus ((at least for me))
Sweetclick35: GOT to be same height or TALLLLLERRRR unless hes a tom cruise knockout pretty boy
Da Annsta: yeah
Da Annsta: no, at least same height
Da Annsta: i don't want to lean down to kiss him
Sweetclick35: his chest CANNOT be bigger than mine lol
Sweetclick35: theres some guys with boobs out there
Sweetclick35: and thats kinda freaky
Sweetclick35: hmm
Da Annsta: he can't mind having his picture taken
Sweetclick35: does our guys exist?
Da Annsta: because we take pictures
Da Annsta: we'll find out soon enough, lol

haha, yeah. we're nuts.

Choir is a sport♥

5=( I've been apathetic all day,
but my friends cheered me up.

Jazz Shoes-$15
Dress-$35
Shirts-$15
Fundraisers-$200
Honor Choir-$15

Watching Mrs. Gregory Fall in the middle of the hallway.
Priceless

i miss a choice person... and it sucks cuz i can't do anything to see that person... but o well... i am just feeling... calm

"If you only look
You will never get it

If you only look
It will never be yours"
-Ayumi Hamasaki

in case you didn't notice, most of my entries are quotes from a Japanese singer, Ayumi (Ayu) Hamasaki. she is extremely cool! ^^
anyho, today was as good as it could be considering the complications...
this morning i got up at 5! (yeah, 5!) and went to Disciple w/ my baby sis (Elissa) and LaDonna at Waffle House. and it went really well! ^^ we decided on some memorization and then we read some 1 Timothy 1 which was awesome! so much good stuff in there!
anywayz, school was kinda tough cuz i'm not feeling that good... but God is sooooo funny to me! like, in Int. Mult. class we have to make a presentation on how to...(choose subject) and i decided to teach HTML code... and i couldn't figure out something i wanted to show on my presentation and i tried everything but i couldn't find it! and then, in my next class (Web Page design) we learned how to do it! We're so lucky to have a loving creator that has a sense of humor! lol and also... i've been worrying and voicing my worry about Alison Garner being a threat to me in choir (i want a part in the musical) and then we were put in groups to sing together in choir today and who am i put w/? Brett, Andy, Tyler... and... ALISON! i don't have anything against her, i mean, i love her to death, she's so sweet! but i kno how good she is...
anyho, i guess i better end this super long entry... ciao guys! ^^

I realized something the other night. Dating is going to be hard for me because every guy I meet and like I'm going to compare to HIM!!!

today i met up with rachel nadeau at starbucks. we just talked and talked. oh and there was most definitely a man there snoring. and he had a huge drink, too. it was hilarious. i couldn't help but laugh... and then feel bad. but anyway... so then we got lunch and talked some more. i have been wanting to talk to someone and God has faithfully answered my prayers. good times.

i officially don't like shopping when i have to do it. you can never find the right clothes you need, when you need them. why? the world may never know...

well just thought i'd give you guys an update. my legs hurt from working out and i kinda like it.... but then again i am thinking it is affecting my walking... hmmmmm

oh oh oh! and i get to see andy davis and mat kearny tomorrow! *dances* yay for that!

so yes, i hope everyone has a fabulous evening. haha. k. bye (picture me running like napoleon now)

*edit*
if only :(

things are looking up and good

life is good

ral

so i got done with my spanish homework, but i havent studied for the test yet, and so i decided to play some solitaire. well i was doin great, i was puttin the cards away like crazy. then all of a sudden, it came to a stopping point. just like that, it came to a halt. kinda like in life, things can be goin great, then they come to a halt, but unlike solitaire, you can always go on in life, thats the great thing about it, no matter how far off you think you are, who even if you think all the cards are down and theres no more you can do, you can keep on goin, cause tommorows a new day.

that really didnt have anything to do with anything, i was just playin solitaire and thought i would make the analogy.

so college is alright right now. the lab today was easy as pie. there was one point when i asked the TA a question and i felt stupid cause the formula i needed was on the back of that page, and the bad part is, i had written the formula down for that particular question, oh well. jessica and i got done at the same time, so that was cool. usually she beats me.

i should get my math test back tommorow, no bueno, but it'd probably be alright. my spanish test shouldnt be too bad.

i have a scavenger hunt tonight with my BCM family group, too bad my sister is in the 'boro right now, oh well

this one was long, sorry

piece

Its hard.

Sometimes you're faced with a cut that wont heal.

You know how we all set up our little ideals and comforts and have them all packaged oh so nicely in our little Christianity box? Sometiems we're willing to peek our heads out of the box just a little, but we don't dare to step out to cause any waves. And then God comes along and tips the box over, causing you to tumble out. What an awkaward moment. And yet He does it for a reason.

I found myself in such a situation today. In my Understanding Mass Media class, everyone has a day assigned to them that they share with the class a "media minute," in which they present a product a media and ask questions about it. Mine was today, and I showed the Stacie Orrico video "More To Life".

That was me, being the good little Christian example, peeking my head out of the box so people could see the little glimmer of God. I asked a question to the class about how effective the video was in reaching a broad audience with the different characters portrayed.

Boom. God knocks the box over, and I tumble out as another Christian girl in my class right away makes a comment about Stacie Orrico being a Christian artist, and the discussion turned into how that can reach people who aren't Christians, since she never mentions God. One girl said she thought it was hypocritical of her to say she was a Christian artist and not mention God, but most seemed to disgaree with her.

But all I can say is wow. It was so awkward and weird at first, and not at all what I had envisioned in my mind. I asked a question totally unrelated to God or Christianity or religion period, yet it came up. And it was ok. No hostility. And maybe, hopefully, it meant something to someone. I may not know why God knocked me out of the box today, but I know there was a reason for it.

Birthday countdown: 5 days

*EDIT* I'm also asking you to please pray for the Houston/Galveston area. Guys, I grew up there. Eight years of my life was invested there and I have several friends who are having to leave it all behind, hoping that there will be something to come home to. Please pray that Rita won't be too costly. I would greatly appreciate it.

Wow I've neglected both xanga and phusebox lately. I've been pretty busy though what with Mock Trial and all my other classes.

Ugh, I'm losing my mind and all hope. Have you ever come to a realization that you had to talk to someone, but then you can't get a hold of them? That's what is going on for me. I came to a decision and a realization that I have to quit running away from myself and a certain person. That I've got to face up to the fact that I can't just make how I feel go away and that in order for me to keep going and survive I've got to get some answers and just freaking tell him and get it over with. But every time I decide to call him and let him know, he's busy or doesn't answer. He keeps giving me the opportunity to cop out and chicken out and keep on running and hiding from it all. That's not what I need.

Part of me is really scared. I'm afraid that he's forgotten me or avoiding me so that he can put me aside. I'm afraid that things have changed and I'll see him and things will be all weird and stuff. It will be awkward and tense and neither one of us will know what to say. I'm afraid I let him go and doing that caused me to lose him forever. And maybe part of me is afraid that things haven't changed, that everything will be the way it was when he left and maybe even moved forward out of "confusion land" and into actually knowing what is going on. Maybe I'm afraid of taking one more step, though I shouldn't be really. Honestly I just don't know.

Maybe that's why I let him not answering the phone give me the opportunity to back down. I'm scared out of my mind.

Well that said I think I've bored you enough with my love life and drama so on to something pleasant.

College rocks. I love my classes except for Fundamentals of Communication, which sucks. Government and Politics is a lot of fun because it is mainly a discussion and lecture course and we really get into it. The only thing is I'm conservative and most of my classmates are liberals. Mock Trial is awesome. I'm an attorney on my team, and we are doing a kidnapping case. It's a lot of work and the work isn't easy, but I really love it.

That's enough for now.

Forever yours, Lucky

i've been thinking a lot lately about finding a way to make money.... well go figure, right? not really a whole other job or anything, i dont have time for that... just something to do that i enjoy but would be some extra income...

now i know i could sell my body... haha, i would go broke... but something more than that, but less than starting a "mini-microsoft" or the like...

i'm just lookin for somethin to do... anybody got any ideas?

**edit**
Robert Lewis has just informed that i could sell Avon or MaryKay... what about this? hmm...

photo from SeeRockCity

hahah!
so... friday's going to kick butt.
(in a good way)
i'm planning on having a few people over
ash,
chels,
matt,
carly,
me,
and whoever else...
are going to go to kid's castle and play around..
then we're walking over to the mall
and starbucks

I got an 83 in English :-)

--Redneck-
1] Do you believe the south will rise again? no.
2] Do you drive a four-wheel drive automobile? no.
3] Do you live in a mobile home? no.
4] Is your car still primer gray? no.
5] Do you like country music? no.
6] Do you have a broken car in your back yard? no.
7] Do you own a cowboy hat? No
8] Do you live on more then 2 acres? no.
9] Do you have more then 4 different animals at your home? yes.
Total YES: 1

-Goth--
1] Do you wear black eyeliner?: no.
2] Is most of your clothing dark?: yes?
3] Do you think about death often?: no.
4] Do you want to die?: no.
5] Are you a social outcast?: not really....
6] Are you pale?: sometimes
7] Do you like Hot Topic?: sure
8] Do you enjoy Tim burton movies? Yes
9] Are you nice?: Yes
Total YES: 4

--Skater Punk--
1] Can you skateboard?: no
2] Do you wear Vans?: no
3] Do you do stupid stuff with your friends? DUH!! OF COURSE!!
4] Have you gotten in trouble with the Cops?: Yes
5] Do you watch the x-games? no.
6] Do you have any piercings?: not yet.
7] Do you like/wear mohawks? sometimes
8] Do you wear Band t-shirts: marching band...
9] Have you called someone a poser?: yes
Total YES: 5

--Prep--
1] Do you say the word "like": Yes
2] Do you shop at Abercrombie and Fitch?: no.
3] Do you pop the collar? no
4] Do the people in Hot topic scare you?: no.
5] Is the only nerd u like Seth Cowen? who?
6] Do you watch LAGUNA BEACH? no
7] Do you like pop music: no
8] Do you want/have a little dog?: yes.
Total YES: 2

--Hippie--
1] Is your hair long?: sometimes..not now.
2] Do you own a tye-dye shirt?: yes
3] Do you want peace?: yes.
4] Do you want to save the animals? yes.
5] Do you think war is unneccesary?: I wish it was but its sometimes needed.
6] Is love essential in your life?: yes.
7] Have you smoked pot? no.
8] Do you like classic rock and trippy music? yes.
Total YES: 5 1/2

--Gangsta--
1] Do you act ghetto?:haha!
2] Do you wear do-rags?:no.
3] Do you like hip-hop?:no
4] Was Tupac truly the greatest rapper in the world?: Probably not?
5] Do you believe he's alive?: He died?
6] Do you like afros?: No
7] Have you ever said "Fo Shizzle"?: Yes
8] Do you like to dance?: no
9] Do you own any Baby Phat or G-Unit: no
Total YES: 1

--Emo--
1] Do you cry often? no
2] Do you wear hoodies: yes
3] Do you like soft music: yes
4] Do people not understand you?: Sometimes...
5] Do you write your own songs?: no.
6] Ever dyed your hair red, black or dark: yes
7] Do you cut your hair: yes
8] Are you lonely: at times
9] Is Ohio for lovers?: ?
Total YES: 6


--Surfer--
1]Do you surf? no.
2] Do you wear flip flops all year-round?: yes
3] Is your hair shaggy?: sometimes
4] Do you wake up before 6 every morning?: no.
5] Do you own any pairs of shorts?: yes.
6] Are you tanned? right now...
8] Do you want to be at the beach right now?: no
9] Do you hate tourists?: I am one...
Total YES: 4 1/2


--Geek--
1] Do you wear glasses: yes.
2] Do you get good grades? for the most part
3] Do you use an inhaler?: no
4] Do you stick pens and calculators into your shirt pockets? yes...
5] Does your mom pick out your clothes?: no.
6] Are you on the computer often?: yes.
7] Do you ever get picked on?: sometimes...
8] Do you look forward to going to school?: yes
9] Are you shy around the opposite sex?: psh, no
10] Do you have braces?: no.
Total YES: 6

So I'm a geeky-emo? HAHA!

So, I just used that word because I like it and it means "messed up" and that's truly how I'm feeling right now. So many things have happened in such a short period of time and I'm being forced to question people and things that I thought I truly knew and understood. I guess it's just time for God to once again show me that He is all I need. Even when the rest of the world runs away, He is still drawing near to me.

But why? Why must these lessons be so heartbreaking to learn? Why can't God just say, "Jaimee, I'm all you need...Thanks for playing." It seems much simpler that way. I understand that God has to break us, though, and I know that it's during those broken times that I have truly become closer to Him. It just sucks while I'm going through it. It sucks to not be able to trust the one person I thought I could count on no matter what. It sucks to know that the plans I had for and with that person were not God's plans at all, but only my substitution for His plans. Why can't one male person in my life truly be worth investing my time into? Why is it that every time I put my trust in a guy, he never fails to prove to me that I was foolish to ever let my guard down in the first place? What are you trying to tell me, God? Wow, I'm just really confused and shocked and hurt right now and that's blatantly obvious through all of the rambling I just went through, but it's only the truth. I can't even put into words what I'm feeling; how I'm hurt by this, and that's only the beginning.

I found out a couple of days ago that my youth pastor and his wife (with whom I am very close) were going to have a baby. I was so excited and so were their kids, and the youth group. She went yesterday to get her ultra sound and the baby didn't have a heartbeat; the baby had died. How awful! How heartbreaking!

My very close family friend from home, who just graduated from high school is pregnant...again. It's her second child and I'm not even sure how she keeps up with the first. Her family is so broken by this and so is my family. She needs as many prayers as she can get.

Even through all this, God is amazing. Even through tattered friendships and broken hearts, His love endures and will not turn away even when we are at our lowest. He knows our needs for companionship, and He is there to be our best friend even when we feel like we don't really have anyone. He knows our needs for compassion and forgiveness, and He is there to shower that mercy and grace upon us, even when we can't forgive ourselves. He loves me and I love Him, and I'm looking forward to growing more intimate in our relationship.

"The season I was looking forward to has come
The wind is stirring, the city is taking life

The morning comes earlier than usual
I feel I can walk well only for that

There are plenty of terrible news around nowadays
But please don't leave pleasure behind because of sadness"
-Ayumi Hamasaki


photo from NeoDaydream

photo from NeoDaydream

Ruth lost my Baroque horn CD! :tear:

i feel really bad.

I had a good night. I'm ready for bed, but I gotta help Amanda with her homework. Stupid percents...hate those stupid things. Anyway, onto other news...I like life. Life is my friend. It makes me smile and laugh. By the way...the glass is not half full, nor half empty. It is merely twice as big as it needs to be.

Ha, I make me laugh. Well...anyway...going to bed, finally. Everyone, love me! Sweet dreams and hugs to all!

Holla,
Squirrel

Mr. Bubble
RIP
**EDIT**
I dyed my hair again!!! Its now dark brown with a little bit of blonde and red. I'm going to get alot more red in it and put some more brown...which is always fun!! I LOVE IT!! PEACE,LOVE,and a little bit of HAPPINESS

ShawnB is still in Amory...I got in touch with him earlier today (thru facebook, oddly enough) and he said he'd been on a cold, flat table for about and hour and half this morning, while the docs ran tests on him, specifically his gall bladder today. Anyhoo, all his tests so far are negative for any problems, and he says the docs say they've run every test they can think of...and the verdict is that he got a fairly acute case of food poisoning. But he told me to let everyone know that he's still alive, and that he'll be back. It's good that he's out of the hospital already, he only stayed in for one night and part of the next day. My bro had the same thing once (coupled with dehydration) and was in the hospital for over a week and lost over 20 lbs...so B isn't in that dire a situation. So, he's on the upside, it just may take him a while to make it back.

Laura, Jonseal, Superman...holla at Molly if you get a chance. She's from that good ole Amory stock, hehe.

the heefus

why are we not utterly amazed by God's glory?

why do we try to rationalize sin ?

God HATES sin

think about that he HATES it



man church tonight was definately something special you guys really should have been there it was amazing

I want something Ineteresting in My Life.
Life feels like blah.
My teachers, friends, and others around me are noticing a change in behavior.
I feel like depressed forever, and then happiness comes through.
Dont get me worng, I love my life.
Im not complaining.
Good house, working cars, loving family, dog.
I just dont have happiness all of the time.
I've started going to bed listening to the classical music station.
It is nice and soft.
I want to isten to sad music and dance.
I feel unfit in.
Thanks for the friendly comments.
They give me something to smile about.
Sorry for the essay.
Talk to me...
- J4(()8

I'M GOING TO QUIT MY JOB!!!

Ahhhh.

That's better.

Other AD employees who read this, please note: I haven't informed our bosses yet. I should be doing that tomorrow or whenever they call me after I sent them the dental excuse note from my appointment last week. So anyways, please don't bring it up in front of them until I've talked to them.

^_^

Thinking about dropping APUSH and taking Honors Histroy next year, but my dad is encouraging me to stay in AP. I probably will stay, but I think everything will get a whole lot easier when I don't have a job anymore.

things are starting to look up. except one thing, so i guess thats good. only one thing is really bad, so thats good. i guess. but that problem will prob fizzle out in a coulple of days, and it will seem nothing ever happened. what is this world coming to? i mean really? just sit back and look at all the things that are going on. the devil has such a hold on this world, but thats it, just the world. he has no grip on our souls. God has def got that. he will always have that. and i cant wait to tell him thankyou. face to face, once my time comes to move on up into heaven

also known as Hallelujah, Amen by Handel. this is the nickname given it by Sarah Walls and I. yesterday was MTSU Honors Choir, and lemme tell ya buddy...it was fun. sorta. the best part was lunch @ Far East w/ Sarah, Katie, and Stokey Alers (Storey) among others. twas interesting. watched the premiere of Lost tonight...gosh, that's such a good show... but i'm kinda gettin tired of them leading you on for so long...nayways, went to church tonight which is always good. i really feel like i'm starting to go to church for the right reasons now. which is exciting. i think God is really changing my heart towards a lot of things. my mom found my glasses, which is great, cause now i get to drive again. muchos fun-os. i'm really kinda sad that i don't get to go to Chicago with Chamber Choir. i'd really love to. but alas. school was pretty good today. i didn't even know that it was picture day, so i boycotted and i'll get them made up later. today is Laura Beth's b-day...good cake... i'm just sitting here doin my homework from hell. gosh...make up work equals el-sucko. well, i gotta go run on unt treadmill...oh boy...much love. ---Cari

Song of the Day: Golddigger by Kanye West...

very sad...

im now a sexually active slut...that's what she says anyways...

urgh..i just don't understand...she makes me so mad..ok, she is supposed to be a parent and a good example right?..how is she a good example when everytime her son gets in trouble or something, she blames me and says im a whore, hoe, slut, skank, a bitch, im just some girl who just wants sex, he's gonna get me pregnant and mess up his whole life?

excuse me..but first off..it takes two bitch...that's all i have to say about that part..

Second-i've never had sex, and won't til i get married......Now, how can you get pregnant if you don't have sex?..kinna hard...

Whatever...i hate her..and i have never hated anyone

Do you know how many times she has made me cry, because i feel worthless, and like im nothing, and im being disrespted?......

COUNTLESS!..

countless nights, i have cried myself to sleep..and gotten so sick over her..i don't know what's her problem....my parents don't call him nasty...

WHY?!?

i likes me some taters and bacon, especially when they're accompanied by french horn serenades from fallopius.

Wow, I really like college. There's just so much to do and be a part of. I already love the girls in ZTA, and I am so thankful to be a part of them. I love the atmosphere here on Union's campus. I love the schedule and getting out of class really early everyday (or earlier than high school). And I love my classes. It's been an amazing experience so far, and I am pumped about the rest of this semester. Whoever said high school was the best 4 years of their life obviously didn't go to college...it's amazing! Anyway, I'm going bowling with my Life Group. Wednesday nights are $1 bowling nights, so as college student's on a limited budget, we take advantage of it! I'm going to take pictures, so I'll put them on here after I get home.

i felt so numb today i dont know ahts wrong with me... i need someone to love and someone to love me.. im lonley.. im confused...i dont know what to think... god this is retarded

well id like to tell you about this girl i know that has no life anymore. all she does is homework and i would tell you more about her but youd get so bored..


so school pictures today.... she said something really dumb like "say chesse honey pie" and i laughed and realized shed taken it...oh dear..

the JOY of the Lord is your Strength. -Neh 8:10

love you-kels

...because I'm blind in my right eye.

you know your passionate about opera when you tear up while looking at the metropolitan opera's website! oh, if only i lived in NYC with you guys! if i can find some cheap airplane tickets, i might just be crashing at your place maria!

go to the sloginator!!  it's really funny! here's my slogan

So easy, no wonder Carla is #1!

i wanna know what your slogan is!

So...I went to the Coldplay concert this past weekend. And, well...it was amazing. I mean really...are there even words to put together that will explain their show. I think not. We got to Starwood Ampitheatre at like 4PM, the show didn't start until 8PM and the doors didn't even open until 6PM. So we sat around for two hours playing cards, eating and really doing whatever we wanted b/c we, my friend, were in the very front of the line to get in the gate. Incredible, I know... Once we were in...we all ran over the hill and I kid you not, it was like Braveheart running for those good lawn seats. My group and I ended up sitting dead center next to the railing. There was nothing in front of us...it was glorious. I'm almost persuaded to say that they were the best seats in the house b/c not only did we visually have a good seat, but also regarding the sound. We weren't underneath anything so what we heard was so pure. Man...it was great. The best part other than the end when they played Fix You...was when they played Kingdom Come followed by Ring of Fire by J. Cash. It was superb...okay, enough of my rambling about Coldplay. Back to writing a paper for Consulting/Auditing...gross...

you're all gay for not leaving remarks...

least i get comments on xanga.

so abhinav got my computer workin. thats pretty tight.
i got a letter today from elizebeth. that was really cool. i love gettin letters. thanks everyone that has sent me one.
class is goin ok, i have a lab tommorow, i hate it. but i did pretty good on my last lab.
i didnt get my math test back yet. i need to study for my spanish test.
piece

hey guys. i just kind of found this && it`s really confusing. lol. well umm bye...

where nothings wrong, but nothings right.

know what i mean?

ok 89 in german...not so bad
95 in geometry...o right
did make up work for biology last night, and am doing more work now.....pray for my biology grade?

school sux like in high school nothing matters unlike in middle school this year u have less time for ur feinds and stuff......bcus its so big but in middle school we were al in the same area of the school not spread out in a million places.... i hated middle school ,but going to high school now i realize middle school was the best..

I have taken a shower today.

However, afterwards I drifted into a two hour nap...I've had two people tell me recently that I look like crap because I haven't been getting enough sleep, and I'm sure they're right, because I haven't. So I need my beauty sleep.

So, I took a shower, but my hair is kind of nappy.

I feel good after the nap though, so the rest of the day will be devoted to reading for my seminar which is tomorrow, finding some dinner, and watching the season premiere of LOST (awesome). Sounds like a plan to me.

later doods

and doodettes

the heefus

If you look closely, you may spot the new trend for the year... found on MT's campus... the man skirt!



photo from SingAHappySong

It was the best I could do in a discreet manner. Oh yes, and this photo was brought to you by moblogging!

I'm waiting for some cool weather to magically appear overnight. All my 3/4 blouses in the closet (and especially my 3/4 sleeve blazer) are getting pretty cranky at me for not wearing them.

Six days till my birthday. Saturday @ 7 is my party if you wanna come (and you know you do! Hee hee...)

I aced my geology quiz today. If the test would be that easy for me this Friday... that would be amazingly awesome.

AO tonight! Yay! I can't wait till Friday's video scavenger hunt! I bet that's gonna be fun! I love making random videos!

Ok, I need to stop... I have two assignments due tomorrow, some English reading, and I should probably get a head start on that ever exciting geology...

you all better watch out! i got my permit!

This week has been amazing! I mean for the first time in probably my college career, I have had a whole lot of Lauren time, which has rocked. I have actually been going to bed at a decent hour and not be exhausted all day the next day even after a very long nap. This is also the first time EVER for me to have skipped absolutely none of my classes. Do not fret, I already patted myself on the back. Anyways I say all this, because if you know me at all then you know I have not wanted to necessarily be in Oxford this year or I dont know ever. But I have really learned that being here has given me awesome open doors for after I graduate. For instance, I have always wanted to move to NYC, but been totally frightened of the idea at the same time. This morning I was able to talk with the mission's minister at the 411, who is awesome. It made me so excited to think that I could move there, and I already know of a church family I could get plugged into. That really helps make the move seem a whole lot easier. After talking to him, it made me so excited! This is definitely something I have discovered I am passionate about. I am passionate about urban ministry! and all it has to offer. Anyways, me sucking it up here for a little longer for God to continue to grow me and mold me is not so bad. I mean I do have amazing friends that are there for me all the time. I guess I really cannot ask for anything more than that. Well I wrote this entry, despite my last one being mocked by some, you jerks. So be friendly this time! And have a nice day.

Hey guys,
Just wanted to say thanks for the very warm welcome!!! Italy is great, and I love it!!! I was driving home yesterday to our, Liz(the other nanny) and mine's, cottage(see photo) and the sea was so angry and rough, it was amazing!!! thanks for the many comments and I loved the slogans, they made me giggle!!!



I'm really excited about tomorow, Ugo, the father(see photo) is taking Liz and I to the grand opening of this really big restaurant, there is a party and it's going to be sooooo much fun, I'm so excited!!! Not much else is happening, I'm going to London next weekend to visit Josi one of the other nannys that I have met since I've been here, and that will be fun!!! So far since I've been here I have been to Rome, Florence, Bologna, Ancona, Numana, Sirolo, Macerata, and a few other places in Italy that I can't think of right now, and Amsterdam! If you read all that then wow you must be bored by now, but bravi, and well done!!

So the weather here is beginning to cool off a bit, but not as much as I'd like. Fall is the best time of year and I definately wait for some cooler weather to come our way. Josh and I have been going to the Falls Lake often and enjoying the hiking and other things tthere are to do there. Its a great shaded place to run too! THough I must say, I do miss the Greenway - I havent found anything similar here yet, though I'm sure it exists.

So an update on how things are going in the lives of Josh and Stephanie. We're under 4 weeks now!! Can you believe it! Its seems like just yesterday we startred dating. When Josh said the ohter night that it was four weeks away - it hit me, "oh my, I'm almost married!!" It hasnt seemed to close until now. My job is going well. Last night was my first night on my own, I'm no longer on orientation. So things are offical now - I'm a full-fledged nurse. Quite scary. I was quite nervous lastt night going in there knowing that I was responsible for two of these really sick kids. Oh, and if you would say a prayer for the kids on our unit. We are going through a rough spell and mnay of our kids are going downhill quickly. On in particuler, his name is Asher and he is very sick. He hasn't been given long to live. I've taken care of him a few times and he is the sweetest little child. His mom and dad are having a hard time. On another note, Josh's job is going well. He is still enjoying coaching. His team had their first race this past weekend and they did better than expected. I think now Josh expects more out of them:)

Another continued prayer request as Josh and I conintue to find a church home here in Raleigh. We are also praying for some people in our lives to help us with accountability and in growing in our relationships with the Lord. We appreciatte all your prayers and can't wait to see some of you soon. Josh and I will both be home the weekend of Oct 1 for CHris andEmily's Wedding. I am not going to be able to make it, sadly. The ladies from my parents SUnday school class planned a shower for me at the same time. But Josh will be there! I'm sure he will be glad to see you all. Please keep in touch!

Stephanie

Mark your calendars, plan a party, because ladies and gentlemen I'll be arriving in the great city of Murfreesboro on Wednesday. that would be ONE WEEK from this great day

i've been dancing around my apartment it's soooo exciting.

also. . .uh, i need someone to pick me up from the airport. please. . .my mom has to do something at MTSU that day

photo from clint

The Promise
He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him that overcomes, I will grant to eat of the tree of life which is in the Paridise of God...He who overcomes will inherit these things, and I will be his God and he will be My son. (Revelation 2:7,21:7)

The How
And what more shall I say? For time would fail me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets-- who through FAITH conquered kingdoms, enforced justice, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions, quenched the power of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, were made strong out of weakness, became mighty in war, put foreign armies to flight. Women received back their dead by resurrection. Some were tortured, refusing to accept release, so that they might rise again to a better life. (Hebrews 11:32:35, capitalization of faith done by me)

Point
We are promised by God victory if we become overcomers of the world...life, circumstances, trials, doubt, fear, sin, etc. Why isn't victory something we're experience? Obedience and faith. We acheive victory by lovingly being obedient to what God is calling us to do. As we act in faith what He is calling us to do are spiritual confidence increases. May we become a people with an unmoveable faith in Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

SO pretty sure my hands are hurting back right now!! I went to rope pull tryouts last night..Got to learn how to do it..and then had to go against 2 girls..(at seperate times)..One right after the other... They decided to pick Ashley, which is fine with me. I am actually glad I didn't get picked..I don't think I have time to do it this year..But I do know that I am gonna be out there next year with my Diamond sis and other sister's!! I can't wait!! LOL!!

I just wanted to say that I have the best sister and diamond sis in the world!! You guys are awesome!!!

Talking to Steph, my old roomie. Wow...she asys I've changed for the 'so much better!' gotta love Steph...lol.

So yeah...first post..I hate first posts. They are usually pointless..so I'll find my post with points.

Zac held me back so much. Steph has noticed a difference in me. I'm more joyful, according to her. I will never let another person try to take away my joy or bring me down. Girl POWER! -- that was dumb...but inspirational.

Yay...soon I will see SIR ELTON JOHN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love him!!!!!!!!!!

photo from justincredible

This is the most ridicilous thing I've seen in quite some time. I walked to the counter in the KUC, ordered a smoothie, and was chared $5.15...

"Now, thats a large sum of money for a smoothie" I thought... but instead of questioning the cashier i just handed her my piece of plastic and went on. Several minutes later she, with two hands, chucks this thing at me from across the counter. Why in the world would someone want this much smoothie? This is crazy!

That was a while ago and now I'm sitting in COBOL class still sipping away... maybe ill finish it at church tonight. . .


EDIT** i was a Dairy Queen last night and over heard a group of assumed h/s kids talking about this new things call "Phusebox" and how cool it was... just thought i'd throw that in there.

EDIT**2
Smoothie Purchased - 12:30
Smoothie finished - 3:45

well hello all! i;m gonna try and do this thing a lil!

We now have dual Amory representation on the Phusebox, as Molly has graced us with her presence. Booya.

Also, I haven't had a shower today.

Furthermore, I have all As in Dr. Sullivan-Gonzalez's class, a 96, 92, and 94 respectively. Get off me.

Finally, I'm awesome.

later doods

and doodettes

the heefus

Does noone have any encouragement anymore? Geez. This site is made for information and feedback. I don't know. Well. Life's good, girlfriend's good, and God is AMAZING!

CHANGE OF PLANS..
A cat.-4 is not what i want to mess with. My family is leaving around 2ish today so we can miss some of the major major traffic. Adios and goodluck to all affected by Rita.
God bless,
Katie