Christmas:
Thankfully, exams are over! I am on Christmas break and I can now get into the Christmas spirit and enjoy the holiday with my family and friends! :) My Christmas shopping has been done and I am excited for my family and friends to see what they received! I really hope they like everything I bought! I'm also verrryy excited about getting to go back to my home church! Unfortunately, I have not found a church in Raleigh- this happens to be my new year's resolution- thus, I am excited to get back to the church I grew up in and see some familiar faces! I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas!
School:
As I previously stated, THANKFULLY EXAMS ARE OVER! So, far I have done all right! I have all of my grades back except for one. I took five classes this semester and I've made two A's and two B's so far, so I'm nervous about what the final grade is going to be. This has not been the easiest semester, but I have made it out alive. My GPA hasn't been this low since my first semester freshmen year, honestly it makes me sick. My parents tell me I'm too hard on myself that I'm doing wonderful. Whelp, I KNOW I'm too hard on myself. I guess it has it's pros and cons. From the time I entered college it has never been about graduating, it has been about getting into graduate school. Graduate school is just around the corner and I am getting incredibly nervous about taking the GRE and applying to different schools. Ideally, I would love to be accepted into my university's graduate program for public administration. However, I attend a very competitive university at the undergraduate and graduate level. I'm terrified that they will not let me in again! However, if I can just get into grad school, I will consider myself privileged.
My journey:
Aside from school and what not, I have experienced different challenges recently that has taken my journey down a winding road. Recently, my relationship of over a year with my boyfriend ended. Needless to say, it has been a rough two weeks. I'm having to completely readjust my everyday lifestyle. It's crazy how much you come to depend on certain people in your life. Yet, it's wonderful to find all of the true friends you do have. Overall, I have taken away a lot from my relationship with him. After all, if it wasn't for him I wouldn't have met my best friend. I never had a best friend in high school and now I understand why. If I did, I don't think I would appreciate this friendship as much as I do. I realize that most find a few people in college that they stay life long friends with. I am positive that Gianna will be this friend. Who else would bring me ice cream, a box of tissues and a bottle of wine because I've had a horrible night? No one- only a best friend knows just the right things to say and do! Don't know what I would do without her! As for the new year, I have several resolutions planned and ready to implement. I have a feeling 2012 is going to be a great year!
Merry Christmas everyone!
Dancing with an Ipod in Public- Christmas Edition
Friday, December 16, 2011
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
It's the most wonderful time of the year...
Most wonderful time of the year? Yeah, right! Although Christmas is a wonderful holiday as Christians celebrate Jesus's birth and spend time with their family, this time of the year isn't the best for college students!
Exams
It's official "dead week" and as my friend, Grace, said it should be called "death week." I've been in college for three years and I have never experienced a real dead week. This is the last week of the classes and supposedly, professors are not allowed to assign gobs of homework and tests, so students can start preparing for exams. However, EVERY professor tends to assign final papers and assignments all due during dead week, so we get death week. This week I have a journal, two presentations, a homework assignment, one ten page final paper, and another fifteen page final paper. So far, I have tackled one presentation, the journal, and I just have to review the first final paper, and I am about to do my second presentation at 1:30. IT'S ONLY TUESDAY! Needless to say, I'm ready for this week to be over. I would rather take exams. Hahah So, to all of my fellow college students- GOOD LUCK!
Thanksgiving
I hope everyone had a wonderful thanksgiving! I traveled to my grandparents and it was a good time; however, it isn't home. Because of work and going to my nana's and papa's house, I wasn't able to go home! I love my family, but it just isn't the same. All the grandkids, all three of us (haha), finally took updated pictures together. The last ones we took were when I was 15. They really needed to be updated. All of the pictures turned out great. I must say, I have a good looking family. :)
My journey
It's incredibly hard to believe that I am about to finish up my first semester of my junior year. WHERE HAS TIME GONE? Next year, I will GRADUATE! Again, WHERE HAS TIME GONE? I've been talking to my parents about this, as I am starting to get nervous. I feel as if every day goes by a little faster. Although, I am excited about my future, I am incredibly nervous. I must admit that I'm scared of failure. My goal has never been to graduate from college, but to get into graduate school. The last 2.5 years everything I have done school wise is not so I can graduate, but so I can get into graduate school and obtain my masters in public administration. What if I can't get in? I'm nervous. However, I know God has a plan for me. I'm looking forward to the new year, I feel as if every year brings a new start. I already have some resolutions brewing! :)
Domino by Jesse J
Exams
It's official "dead week" and as my friend, Grace, said it should be called "death week." I've been in college for three years and I have never experienced a real dead week. This is the last week of the classes and supposedly, professors are not allowed to assign gobs of homework and tests, so students can start preparing for exams. However, EVERY professor tends to assign final papers and assignments all due during dead week, so we get death week. This week I have a journal, two presentations, a homework assignment, one ten page final paper, and another fifteen page final paper. So far, I have tackled one presentation, the journal, and I just have to review the first final paper, and I am about to do my second presentation at 1:30. IT'S ONLY TUESDAY! Needless to say, I'm ready for this week to be over. I would rather take exams. Hahah So, to all of my fellow college students- GOOD LUCK!
Thanksgiving
I hope everyone had a wonderful thanksgiving! I traveled to my grandparents and it was a good time; however, it isn't home. Because of work and going to my nana's and papa's house, I wasn't able to go home! I love my family, but it just isn't the same. All the grandkids, all three of us (haha), finally took updated pictures together. The last ones we took were when I was 15. They really needed to be updated. All of the pictures turned out great. I must say, I have a good looking family. :)
My journey
It's incredibly hard to believe that I am about to finish up my first semester of my junior year. WHERE HAS TIME GONE? Next year, I will GRADUATE! Again, WHERE HAS TIME GONE? I've been talking to my parents about this, as I am starting to get nervous. I feel as if every day goes by a little faster. Although, I am excited about my future, I am incredibly nervous. I must admit that I'm scared of failure. My goal has never been to graduate from college, but to get into graduate school. The last 2.5 years everything I have done school wise is not so I can graduate, but so I can get into graduate school and obtain my masters in public administration. What if I can't get in? I'm nervous. However, I know God has a plan for me. I'm looking forward to the new year, I feel as if every year brings a new start. I already have some resolutions brewing! :)
Domino by Jesse J
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
I can't keep up with your turning tables...
I apologize for the lack of blogging! School has picked up and is in full swing, Kappa Delta has taken over my life, and on top of that I'm still working and attempting to maintain some sort of social life! My apologies!
Updates:
So, I reckon college couldn't be easy all four years. I've always found college challenging, however it wasn't impossible. Well this year has been my wake up call. Classes are HARD. They have surpassed challenging and are straight up kicking my butt. However, I WILL accomplish them. I've just got to keep my eye on the goal- graduate school. I would love to continue my education here and obtain my master's in public administration. Thus, I must continue to do well in my classes and receive high scores on my GRE. Ugh, GRE...the college SAT. I didn't do well on the high school SAT, how will I manage the GRE? Aside from school, Kappa Delta has been the other thing taken up my time! Rush has FINALLY ended and we have 49 beautiful new members. Rush went very well; however, it was very exhausting. Frankly, I'm glad it's over. I'm just ready to get into a routine. Work has been placed on the back burner. Thankfully, my boss is very understanding when it comes to her employees who are in college. I hope to have my hours pick back up here in a few weeks, since everything is starting to calm down.
Home:
Well not only did NC experience a earthquake, but also a hurricane. Both were in one week! That's crazy. The earthquake did not leave any damage behind, however Hurricane Irene did. Home got it worse than here... a lot worse. My family lost a tree and it took out our fence and fell into the road! We are so thankful it did not fall on our house. Many people were not as fortunate as us. We live three hours away from the coast, yet we had 24,000 of 25,000 people without power. My family did not have power for over a week. Thankfully, here at school we did not lose power but for a few hours and were able to continue with our classes!
I'm sorry this post has been so short, but I must run off to the library and get some economics (yuck!) homework done!
I hope everyone is doing well and are finding their journey taking them to new and exciting places every day!
Updates:
So, I reckon college couldn't be easy all four years. I've always found college challenging, however it wasn't impossible. Well this year has been my wake up call. Classes are HARD. They have surpassed challenging and are straight up kicking my butt. However, I WILL accomplish them. I've just got to keep my eye on the goal- graduate school. I would love to continue my education here and obtain my master's in public administration. Thus, I must continue to do well in my classes and receive high scores on my GRE. Ugh, GRE...the college SAT. I didn't do well on the high school SAT, how will I manage the GRE? Aside from school, Kappa Delta has been the other thing taken up my time! Rush has FINALLY ended and we have 49 beautiful new members. Rush went very well; however, it was very exhausting. Frankly, I'm glad it's over. I'm just ready to get into a routine. Work has been placed on the back burner. Thankfully, my boss is very understanding when it comes to her employees who are in college. I hope to have my hours pick back up here in a few weeks, since everything is starting to calm down.
Home:
Well not only did NC experience a earthquake, but also a hurricane. Both were in one week! That's crazy. The earthquake did not leave any damage behind, however Hurricane Irene did. Home got it worse than here... a lot worse. My family lost a tree and it took out our fence and fell into the road! We are so thankful it did not fall on our house. Many people were not as fortunate as us. We live three hours away from the coast, yet we had 24,000 of 25,000 people without power. My family did not have power for over a week. Thankfully, here at school we did not lose power but for a few hours and were able to continue with our classes!
I'm sorry this post has been so short, but I must run off to the library and get some economics (yuck!) homework done!
I hope everyone is doing well and are finding their journey taking them to new and exciting places every day!
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Can't read my poker face...
Hello everyone! I'm so sorry I haven't written in over two months! I cannot believe the summer has come to an end and I have finished my first day of school! Let me catch you up a little bit as to what has been going on throughout my journey!
Summer:
Summer has finally come to an end, unfortunately. It went by so quickly! It's hard for me to fathom the month of August is half way over! My summer wasn't that spectacular. I did a lot of working! What can I say? Gotta make that money. Aside from working, I spent my off days relaxing by the pool. I went on vacation with my parents to the mountains. We went to our usual spot, it was a good time. We took both of our dogs. Kensie loved it. She has gotten so big and is very adventurous. While on vacation, we were able to see my aunt, uncle and two cousins. They live out of state, so we don't get to see them often! It was soooo great seeing them. Both of my cousins are younger than me, but one just graduated from high school and is now attending at college in South Carolina where he is playing soccer! :) I'm so proud of him! I admire him for all of his accomplishments and I cannot wait to see where life takes him. I really wish I was able to see them all more often. Family is very important to me, if you cannot tell.
Another year:
Well, today was the first day of school. I cannot believe I've come this far and I've gotten this old! Where has my life gone? It's been such a ride so far! I had three classes today, all of them were great. I think I am going to really enjoy my political science non-profit organizations class. Supposedly, we will have to do eight to ten hours of community service with a non-profit organization. I'm actually really looking forward to it! I'm so blessed and I think it will be a great way to give back. Who knows, maybe I'll end up working for a non-profit organization when I'm older. Tomorrow, I will go to two more classes. I'm really nervous about one. Supposedly, it is the one class every political science major dreads! :( However, my hopes are high and I am going to maintain a positive and optimistic attitude!
Kappa Delta
As the school year kicks off, so does Kappa Delta! Last week, we had our annual work week! Every sorority gets together and prepares for fall rush! It was a longggg and exhausting week, but it was a lot fun! As sisters, we were able to spend time with each other and get to know one another better! I really feel as if our chapter is uniting and that we are going to have a great year! I'm a little nervous about rush because I never went through formal recruitment, so I don't know what to expect. However, I have 86 sisters to stand by my side! :)
Anyways, that's all for now! I hope everyone has a great school year!
We watched this video today in my English class. It's remake of Lady Gaga's "Poker Face." I think it's hilarious.
Summer:
Summer has finally come to an end, unfortunately. It went by so quickly! It's hard for me to fathom the month of August is half way over! My summer wasn't that spectacular. I did a lot of working! What can I say? Gotta make that money. Aside from working, I spent my off days relaxing by the pool. I went on vacation with my parents to the mountains. We went to our usual spot, it was a good time. We took both of our dogs. Kensie loved it. She has gotten so big and is very adventurous. While on vacation, we were able to see my aunt, uncle and two cousins. They live out of state, so we don't get to see them often! It was soooo great seeing them. Both of my cousins are younger than me, but one just graduated from high school and is now attending at college in South Carolina where he is playing soccer! :) I'm so proud of him! I admire him for all of his accomplishments and I cannot wait to see where life takes him. I really wish I was able to see them all more often. Family is very important to me, if you cannot tell.
Another year:
Well, today was the first day of school. I cannot believe I've come this far and I've gotten this old! Where has my life gone? It's been such a ride so far! I had three classes today, all of them were great. I think I am going to really enjoy my political science non-profit organizations class. Supposedly, we will have to do eight to ten hours of community service with a non-profit organization. I'm actually really looking forward to it! I'm so blessed and I think it will be a great way to give back. Who knows, maybe I'll end up working for a non-profit organization when I'm older. Tomorrow, I will go to two more classes. I'm really nervous about one. Supposedly, it is the one class every political science major dreads! :( However, my hopes are high and I am going to maintain a positive and optimistic attitude!
Kappa Delta
As the school year kicks off, so does Kappa Delta! Last week, we had our annual work week! Every sorority gets together and prepares for fall rush! It was a longggg and exhausting week, but it was a lot fun! As sisters, we were able to spend time with each other and get to know one another better! I really feel as if our chapter is uniting and that we are going to have a great year! I'm a little nervous about rush because I never went through formal recruitment, so I don't know what to expect. However, I have 86 sisters to stand by my side! :)
Anyways, that's all for now! I hope everyone has a great school year!
We watched this video today in my English class. It's remake of Lady Gaga's "Poker Face." I think it's hilarious.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
"I sure do love these crazy summer nights when we all get together."
Ramblings:
Whelp, summer is in full swing. The job is awesome, summer is awesome, the friends are great and I'm living life! For the most part I've been working a lot and if I'm not working then I'm relaxing by the pool with my boyfriend and great friends. I simply couldn't ask for much more. This past weekend, I went home. It was great seeing my family. My birthday is a week from today, so I was able to snag a few early birthday presents! I got some really nice sandals called Jack Rogers. I'm pretty much ecstatic about those. Also got a new bathing suit, beach bag and towel. :) My granny gave me some money for some shoes I've been wanting. If you can't tell, I've got a shoe fetish! Haha This weekend, I'm going to the beach with my parents. I'm looking forward to it!
Prayer Requests:
As you know, one of my best friends Chelsea is studying abroad. She is still having a wonderful time. Please continue to pray for her and her safe travel. I'm SUPER excited for her to come home (9 days left). That's right...I'm counting. Also, my friend Matt is still overseas on his mission trip. I've been following his blog pretty closely and it seems he has made a lot of progress. From what I can tell he has befriended several people and has been walking beside them through their journey with Christ! Please pray for his safety and that he has the wisdom to do God's work! :) P.S. Chels & Matt if you see this- love y'all! Miss you too! Stay safe.
Crazy Summer Nights- Hope Partlow
Whelp, summer is in full swing. The job is awesome, summer is awesome, the friends are great and I'm living life! For the most part I've been working a lot and if I'm not working then I'm relaxing by the pool with my boyfriend and great friends. I simply couldn't ask for much more. This past weekend, I went home. It was great seeing my family. My birthday is a week from today, so I was able to snag a few early birthday presents! I got some really nice sandals called Jack Rogers. I'm pretty much ecstatic about those. Also got a new bathing suit, beach bag and towel. :) My granny gave me some money for some shoes I've been wanting. If you can't tell, I've got a shoe fetish! Haha This weekend, I'm going to the beach with my parents. I'm looking forward to it!
Prayer Requests:
As you know, one of my best friends Chelsea is studying abroad. She is still having a wonderful time. Please continue to pray for her and her safe travel. I'm SUPER excited for her to come home (9 days left). That's right...I'm counting. Also, my friend Matt is still overseas on his mission trip. I've been following his blog pretty closely and it seems he has made a lot of progress. From what I can tell he has befriended several people and has been walking beside them through their journey with Christ! Please pray for his safety and that he has the wisdom to do God's work! :) P.S. Chels & Matt if you see this- love y'all! Miss you too! Stay safe.
Crazy Summer Nights- Hope Partlow
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
"You're all I need if I'm by myself. You fill me if I'm empty. There is nothing else."
A new step:
School is officially over and summer has begun. So far, so good. However, God has placed some challenges in front of me. Challenges, that will be conquered. I'm starting to realize that every challenge I face or the challenges the people I love are facing is a new beginning, a new step, in my journey. With these challenges, I will grow and my journey will become more colorful and full. I would love to share with you the obstacles I am currently facing; however, they are at a personal level. If you will please just pray that everything will turn out they way God intends them. Two separate things are taking place right now and both need prayer. As my daddy said today, "Get on your hands and knees and pray hard. It works." My daddy has said a lot of things that has stuck, but I think this may be the winner of them. Surprisingly, it even beats his famous, "Suck it up!" What a wise man, my father is.
Great things:
As I mentioned in my last post, two of my friends are currently out of the country. Both have blogs, so I am able to follow their posts. Chelsea is studying abroad. Currently, she is in Trinidad; however, they are leaving for Panama soon. She is having the time of her life and I'm so thankful for that. This will be an experience she will always remember and one I'm sure will impact her life. Please keep Chelsea in your prayers. Pray for safe travel and that she continues to enjoy her trip and takes away culture and knowledge. My other friend, Matt, is also in Africa. As, I've recently posted Matt is on a mission trip. He hasn't been able to post as much on his blog as Chelsea has because their internet connection is very poor. However, he is doing well and is spreading God's word. Honestly, I envy Matt, but I admire him oh so much. I strive to have a relationship with God as he does. A rising junior in college and he is already doing great things. What a wonderful man he is becoming. Please continue to pray for him. Pray that he is safe and pray that God gives him the strength and wisdom he needs to continue doing his work.
I hope you're all doing well. :)
School is officially over and summer has begun. So far, so good. However, God has placed some challenges in front of me. Challenges, that will be conquered. I'm starting to realize that every challenge I face or the challenges the people I love are facing is a new beginning, a new step, in my journey. With these challenges, I will grow and my journey will become more colorful and full. I would love to share with you the obstacles I am currently facing; however, they are at a personal level. If you will please just pray that everything will turn out they way God intends them. Two separate things are taking place right now and both need prayer. As my daddy said today, "Get on your hands and knees and pray hard. It works." My daddy has said a lot of things that has stuck, but I think this may be the winner of them. Surprisingly, it even beats his famous, "Suck it up!" What a wise man, my father is.
Great things:
As I mentioned in my last post, two of my friends are currently out of the country. Both have blogs, so I am able to follow their posts. Chelsea is studying abroad. Currently, she is in Trinidad; however, they are leaving for Panama soon. She is having the time of her life and I'm so thankful for that. This will be an experience she will always remember and one I'm sure will impact her life. Please keep Chelsea in your prayers. Pray for safe travel and that she continues to enjoy her trip and takes away culture and knowledge. My other friend, Matt, is also in Africa. As, I've recently posted Matt is on a mission trip. He hasn't been able to post as much on his blog as Chelsea has because their internet connection is very poor. However, he is doing well and is spreading God's word. Honestly, I envy Matt, but I admire him oh so much. I strive to have a relationship with God as he does. A rising junior in college and he is already doing great things. What a wonderful man he is becoming. Please continue to pray for him. Pray that he is safe and pray that God gives him the strength and wisdom he needs to continue doing his work.
I hope you're all doing well. :)
Sunday, May 15, 2011
"Don't worry 'bout a thing, don't worry..."
Ramblings:
It's crazy to me that it is already summer and I have finished with my sophomore year of college. Where has the time gone? I can't believe it's been two years since I graduated high school, four years since I got my driver's license. However, I look back on the previous years and it is obvious how much my journey has progressed. Tonight, I was brought back to my senior year. Senior year was a wonderful year for me. I got into the school of my dreams, received a wonderful scholarship and title, had a fabulous last year of dance and cheerleading as well as so much more. However, one thing sticks out to me the most. I suppose it always will. Senior year, I found one of my best friends. I know I have written about Tyler and how he is my absolute best friend as well as I have written that my boyfriend, Mike, has become my best friend also. All of those things still stand and are very true, but they each hold a different place in my heart. The person I just mentioned is much different from Tyler or Mike. For one, she's a girl. That makes things MUCH different. We can relate to more, haha! Chelsea and I received the same scholarship, but in two different cities. We participated in a scholarship program called Junior Miss. After winning this life changing title, we both went on to compete at the state level. This is where Chelsea and I met. Coincidentally, we only live thirty minutes from each other. After hitting it off at the state program, we both found out we were going to the same college. After arriving at college we began to hang out regularly. We both have very busy lives and we are in different majors. Chelsea is in chemical engineering, so she is in some veryyy challenging courses. We would go weeks without seeing each other and we still do, but nothing EVER changes between us. We pick up right where we left off. Similarly to Tyler, Chelsea is one person I know I can go to with anything. I can be completely stupid around, I can cry to, I can call up just to tell her a funny story. Chelsea is an admirable person and is going far in life. She is genuine and true to others and most importantly to herself. She is smart and beautiful, she is caring and she is honest. She is everything people should strive to be like. I'm lucky enough to call her my best friend and Junior Miss sister.
Anyway, I just needed to let that out. Wednesday Chelsea will be leaving the country to study abroad. Please keep her in your prayers. Also, my friend Matt is leaving tomorrow for Africa. He will be spending some time there over the summer on a mission trip. Please keep him in your
prayers as well.
"Don't Worry Bout A Thing" Shedaisy
It's crazy to me that it is already summer and I have finished with my sophomore year of college. Where has the time gone? I can't believe it's been two years since I graduated high school, four years since I got my driver's license. However, I look back on the previous years and it is obvious how much my journey has progressed. Tonight, I was brought back to my senior year. Senior year was a wonderful year for me. I got into the school of my dreams, received a wonderful scholarship and title, had a fabulous last year of dance and cheerleading as well as so much more. However, one thing sticks out to me the most. I suppose it always will. Senior year, I found one of my best friends. I know I have written about Tyler and how he is my absolute best friend as well as I have written that my boyfriend, Mike, has become my best friend also. All of those things still stand and are very true, but they each hold a different place in my heart. The person I just mentioned is much different from Tyler or Mike. For one, she's a girl. That makes things MUCH different. We can relate to more, haha! Chelsea and I received the same scholarship, but in two different cities. We participated in a scholarship program called Junior Miss. After winning this life changing title, we both went on to compete at the state level. This is where Chelsea and I met. Coincidentally, we only live thirty minutes from each other. After hitting it off at the state program, we both found out we were going to the same college. After arriving at college we began to hang out regularly. We both have very busy lives and we are in different majors. Chelsea is in chemical engineering, so she is in some veryyy challenging courses. We would go weeks without seeing each other and we still do, but nothing EVER changes between us. We pick up right where we left off. Similarly to Tyler, Chelsea is one person I know I can go to with anything. I can be completely stupid around, I can cry to, I can call up just to tell her a funny story. Chelsea is an admirable person and is going far in life. She is genuine and true to others and most importantly to herself. She is smart and beautiful, she is caring and she is honest. She is everything people should strive to be like. I'm lucky enough to call her my best friend and Junior Miss sister.
Anyway, I just needed to let that out. Wednesday Chelsea will be leaving the country to study abroad. Please keep her in your prayers. Also, my friend Matt is leaving tomorrow for Africa. He will be spending some time there over the summer on a mission trip. Please keep him in your
prayers as well.
"Don't Worry Bout A Thing" Shedaisy
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
"It's like thunder, lightening. The way you love me is frightening!"
Happy Tuesday!
It's Raining Men- The Weather Girls
Knock On Wood- Amii Stewart
Exams:
I can't believe exams are already here. As I stated in my last post, WHERE HAS THE TIME GONE? I'm simply not supposed to be this old. Tomorrow is my statistics exam, wish me luck! It is at 6:00 tomorrow night, so go a head and start sending up those prayers. I'm definitely going to need them. However, I am very glad this is the first one. I'm a firm believer in "getting the worst over with first." I have five exams this semester and I think I'm going to die. I have one Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Monday, Wednesday. Can you say intense? Oh college...the stress you bring me! Please pray for all of the students going through exams right now! It is a very stressful few weeks! Although, I'm sure we will all get through them!
It's raining men, hallelujah!
I declare, I was meant for the 80's. Although my momma thinks I was meant for today, I beg to differ! I know my life has a purpose for the 2000's, but I think I could have done just fine as a teenager in the 80's. The music is fabulous, the clothing was great, lyrical was taking off, & women were establishing their power. Did I mention lyrical was taking off? Boy, do I miss dancing. Lyrical is and will always be my favorite type of dance! It's destine! My sorority and one of the fraternities had an "80's Rave." We dressed from the time era, we played the music, we had a good time! I had the baggy, cut off bright yellow shirt, big earrings, big hair, red lips, purple tights, and pink pumps, & the dance moves. Of course, I rocked every bit of it. Seriously, I was meanttttt for it. Too bad, I can't change time!
Anyway, it's back to studying for me. I hope y'all have a wonderful week!
It's Raining Men- The Weather Girls
Knock On Wood- Amii Stewart
Monday, April 25, 2011
"If I die young bury me in satin, lay me down in a bed of roses..."
Happy Easter!
Easter Vacation
I hope everyone had a great Easter holiday! This year, Easter break was a little different for me. I believe it was the first time I have not gone to church on Easter. :( I hate I was not able to spend Easter Sunday with my church family, but the trip we took was very enjoyable and great family time. My parents recently bought a camper, so this Easter we went to Williamsburg, VA and camped out! The camper is very nice; way different from tent camping! Haha! Williamsburg is such a beautiful area. We explored Colonial Williamsburg as well as The College of William and Mary! I am absolutely in love with the college. If I lived in VA I would definitely have chosen to go to school there! Don't get me wrong, I love my university and it will forever hold a special place in my heart, but William and Mary is to die for. Aside from exploring the area we did a little shopping. They have a fairly new outlet mall and I was in need for some new spring/summer clothes. I hate shopping, so I rarely get new clothes. Therefore, it was time for a wardrobe update. Overall, it was a very enjoyable Easter vacation, but I could definitely have used a few more days at home!
End of the semester
I'm not sure where this year has gone, but it could definitely slow down! It is official, this week is dead week. However, it is never really dead. Supposedly, dead week is supposed to be an easy week or students, but I beg to differ. Dead week will be the death of us all! The work has piled up! Yesterday, I had a 12 page paper due. Tomorrow, I have a 4-6 page paper due & Friday, I have a project/presentation due! Goodness, so much work! However, it won't be long until summer break is here. I must say, I am excited for summer. Although, that will mean I am officially half way through with college and that is not something I am excited about. Truth is, I love college! It's perfect. I have my freedom and I am on my own for the most part; however, I still have and need my parents support. Also, I'm scared about "the real world." I trust, that I will be able to handle it, but I am scared I won't get into graduate school or what if I can't find a job in this horrible economy? So many things to worry about!
Kappa Delta
So, it's official. I am a full sister in Kappa Delta! Initiation was great. The senior send off is May 8 and my big is graduating! I don't know what I am going to do with out her at every event next year!! This is simply not ok, but I am so proud of her for all of her hard work over the last four years! I can't believe I won't see some of those girls until August once school gets out.
Anyway, I hope everyone has a great and blessed week!
"If I Die Young" The Band Perry
Easter Vacation
I hope everyone had a great Easter holiday! This year, Easter break was a little different for me. I believe it was the first time I have not gone to church on Easter. :( I hate I was not able to spend Easter Sunday with my church family, but the trip we took was very enjoyable and great family time. My parents recently bought a camper, so this Easter we went to Williamsburg, VA and camped out! The camper is very nice; way different from tent camping! Haha! Williamsburg is such a beautiful area. We explored Colonial Williamsburg as well as The College of William and Mary! I am absolutely in love with the college. If I lived in VA I would definitely have chosen to go to school there! Don't get me wrong, I love my university and it will forever hold a special place in my heart, but William and Mary is to die for. Aside from exploring the area we did a little shopping. They have a fairly new outlet mall and I was in need for some new spring/summer clothes. I hate shopping, so I rarely get new clothes. Therefore, it was time for a wardrobe update. Overall, it was a very enjoyable Easter vacation, but I could definitely have used a few more days at home!
End of the semester
I'm not sure where this year has gone, but it could definitely slow down! It is official, this week is dead week. However, it is never really dead. Supposedly, dead week is supposed to be an easy week or students, but I beg to differ. Dead week will be the death of us all! The work has piled up! Yesterday, I had a 12 page paper due. Tomorrow, I have a 4-6 page paper due & Friday, I have a project/presentation due! Goodness, so much work! However, it won't be long until summer break is here. I must say, I am excited for summer. Although, that will mean I am officially half way through with college and that is not something I am excited about. Truth is, I love college! It's perfect. I have my freedom and I am on my own for the most part; however, I still have and need my parents support. Also, I'm scared about "the real world." I trust, that I will be able to handle it, but I am scared I won't get into graduate school or what if I can't find a job in this horrible economy? So many things to worry about!
Kappa Delta
So, it's official. I am a full sister in Kappa Delta! Initiation was great. The senior send off is May 8 and my big is graduating! I don't know what I am going to do with out her at every event next year!! This is simply not ok, but I am so proud of her for all of her hard work over the last four years! I can't believe I won't see some of those girls until August once school gets out.
Anyway, I hope everyone has a great and blessed week!
"If I Die Young" The Band Perry
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Good ol' days don't wash away...
Hey y'all!
It's been quite sometime since I have posted. I figured it was about time for an update! Throughout the past few week several things have taken place that I am very excited to share with you!
Good News:
I AM EMPLOYED! I was in a desperate search for summer employment and it seemed as if I was never going to find a job! However, God took care of me like always! I am one of the newest members at a dance store! It sells dance clothing, shoes, accessories as well as some gymnastics and cheer things! I started on April 1st and I am so excited! So far, I absolutely love it! It is has been sooooo nice to be around familiar things! As you all know, I miss dancing terribly! I feel as if this job will allow me to stay connected to the dance world! It's honestly a dream come true!
KAPPA DELTA! Today I took my new membership test and made a 100! In two days I will be a full sister in Kappa Delta! I'm so excited. I have worked so hard to get this stuff down pat and it is all paying off. I've only been in KD for a few short weeks and I have already met so many new people that I absolutely love and adore!! Not to mention KD just won Anchor Splash! For those of you who do not know, Anchor Splash is Delta Gamma's philanthropy event. It is a huge event and it is a great thing for the sorority and fraternity that wins! :)
Bad News:
Unfortunately, with the good news come the bad news. I have decided to leave the writing center. I have enjoyed my time there and have learned a lot about writing. However, with my new job I am fearful that I will not be able to handle two jobs, a sorority, and maintain my grades! So, this will be my first and last semester as a writing tutor.
Anyway, just wanted to update everyone! I hope you're all doing well and are having a great week! :)
Josh Kelley- Georgia Clay
It's been quite sometime since I have posted. I figured it was about time for an update! Throughout the past few week several things have taken place that I am very excited to share with you!
Good News:
I AM EMPLOYED! I was in a desperate search for summer employment and it seemed as if I was never going to find a job! However, God took care of me like always! I am one of the newest members at a dance store! It sells dance clothing, shoes, accessories as well as some gymnastics and cheer things! I started on April 1st and I am so excited! So far, I absolutely love it! It is has been sooooo nice to be around familiar things! As you all know, I miss dancing terribly! I feel as if this job will allow me to stay connected to the dance world! It's honestly a dream come true!
KAPPA DELTA! Today I took my new membership test and made a 100! In two days I will be a full sister in Kappa Delta! I'm so excited. I have worked so hard to get this stuff down pat and it is all paying off. I've only been in KD for a few short weeks and I have already met so many new people that I absolutely love and adore!! Not to mention KD just won Anchor Splash! For those of you who do not know, Anchor Splash is Delta Gamma's philanthropy event. It is a huge event and it is a great thing for the sorority and fraternity that wins! :)
Bad News:
Unfortunately, with the good news come the bad news. I have decided to leave the writing center. I have enjoyed my time there and have learned a lot about writing. However, with my new job I am fearful that I will not be able to handle two jobs, a sorority, and maintain my grades! So, this will be my first and last semester as a writing tutor.
Anyway, just wanted to update everyone! I hope you're all doing well and are having a great week! :)
Josh Kelley- Georgia Clay
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Out on the roof just the other night, I watched the world flash by...
Happy St. Patrick's Day!
It's been a few days since I have written, so I figured I would write a quick post! Then it is back to studying I go! I've had such a busy week! Dancing, work, class, test today, test tomorrow. BRING ON THE WEEKEND.
Anyway, I just read a post my momma wrote on her blog (Corner of Carolina, you should check it out) which has sparked the topic for this post which also happens to be the title of my blog, life's a journey. My mom was inspired to write about her dad, my grandfather. Unfortunately, I was not given the opportunity to meet him and my mom was only privileged enough to know him for seven years. If it isn't obvious, he passed away when she was seven years old; my momma didn't have the opportunity to really know her father. I had never really thought about this before, but after reading what my momma had to say about her dad and how this painstaking event affected her life, I started to think about my life and the people in it. I cannot possibly imagine what it would be like to grow up without one of my parents or my grandparents for that matter. I have been blessed enough to have both of my parents (in the same household) along with three of the four grandparents. I can't imagine not knowing one of them, not knowing where I come from, what they look like, what their personality was like, what they liked to do, and so forth. However, there are so many people who have grown up with a single parent, divorced parents, and who never knew any of their grandparents. Unfortunately, the divorce rate is increasing. Yeah, the child may have both of their parents, but they still won't get what I have. I honestly believe, having both of my parents in the same house has affected who I am today. My parents have shown me what love is. My momma has shown me what a mother's love is and my daddy has shown me what a father's love, but together they have shown me what true love is. They don't know it, but someday I want what they have. They only dated for three months and got married and have been together for 30+ years. Unbelievable, I know! However, it is so true. They're best friends, they tell each other everything, they would do absolutely anything for the other one and they have decided to place God at the very center of their relationship. Don't get me wrong, they aren't perfect. I've heard them argue, I've seen them get on each others nerves, and complain to one another; but, that's life as well as any relationship or friendship. You see, they've shared over 30 years of their journey together and will continue to do so until "death due them part." They've combined two individual journeys into one. No, they may not have soaked in every moment of it and many days have gone by, but I believe as they're getting older they are starting to pay more attention to the things they experience. For example, my daddy is going back and forth to Bangladesh and is soaking in every minute of it. From this point on, I want to do the same. I'm young and have many years ahead of me, but I don't want to let the world flash by me. I want to fill my journey with beautiful memories and many lessons learned.
"You better start living right now, as days go by." -"Days Go By," Keith Urban
It's been a few days since I have written, so I figured I would write a quick post! Then it is back to studying I go! I've had such a busy week! Dancing, work, class, test today, test tomorrow. BRING ON THE WEEKEND.
Anyway, I just read a post my momma wrote on her blog (Corner of Carolina, you should check it out) which has sparked the topic for this post which also happens to be the title of my blog, life's a journey. My mom was inspired to write about her dad, my grandfather. Unfortunately, I was not given the opportunity to meet him and my mom was only privileged enough to know him for seven years. If it isn't obvious, he passed away when she was seven years old; my momma didn't have the opportunity to really know her father. I had never really thought about this before, but after reading what my momma had to say about her dad and how this painstaking event affected her life, I started to think about my life and the people in it. I cannot possibly imagine what it would be like to grow up without one of my parents or my grandparents for that matter. I have been blessed enough to have both of my parents (in the same household) along with three of the four grandparents. I can't imagine not knowing one of them, not knowing where I come from, what they look like, what their personality was like, what they liked to do, and so forth. However, there are so many people who have grown up with a single parent, divorced parents, and who never knew any of their grandparents. Unfortunately, the divorce rate is increasing. Yeah, the child may have both of their parents, but they still won't get what I have. I honestly believe, having both of my parents in the same house has affected who I am today. My parents have shown me what love is. My momma has shown me what a mother's love is and my daddy has shown me what a father's love, but together they have shown me what true love is. They don't know it, but someday I want what they have. They only dated for three months and got married and have been together for 30+ years. Unbelievable, I know! However, it is so true. They're best friends, they tell each other everything, they would do absolutely anything for the other one and they have decided to place God at the very center of their relationship. Don't get me wrong, they aren't perfect. I've heard them argue, I've seen them get on each others nerves, and complain to one another; but, that's life as well as any relationship or friendship. You see, they've shared over 30 years of their journey together and will continue to do so until "death due them part." They've combined two individual journeys into one. No, they may not have soaked in every moment of it and many days have gone by, but I believe as they're getting older they are starting to pay more attention to the things they experience. For example, my daddy is going back and forth to Bangladesh and is soaking in every minute of it. From this point on, I want to do the same. I'm young and have many years ahead of me, but I don't want to let the world flash by me. I want to fill my journey with beautiful memories and many lessons learned.
"You better start living right now, as days go by." -"Days Go By," Keith Urban
Monday, March 7, 2011
"Everybody needs inspiration, everybody needs a soul..."
Update:
Daddy made it to Bangladesh safely! Thank you for your prayers! This time he will stay in the capitol of Dhaka! That means communication will be A LOT easier! He was able to call us this morning. Calling is still expensive and will be on rare occasions, but we are expecting more than two calls this time. :) Please continue to pray for his safety and that he will have a life fulfilling trip.
On a side note:
So, you've all heard me mention him, but I haven't written a lot about him. If you haven't figured it out by now, the "him" I'm referring to is my boyfriend. Anyway, I've decided to finally spill about him, since it seems like I have everyone else! So, here's a little background information: his name is Mike, he's a year a head of me in school, two years older than me in age (we both have summer birthdays), a mechanical engineering major (switching to business), is from the largest city in North Carolina, is one of the most hard-working people I know, and he has become my best friend. Oh and did I mention we've only known each other since July? Yep, you see...we're weird & we will admit it. We aren't the average couple that "gets to know each other" and "talks" (what a dumb description- you're either dating or you're not!) for five months before making it official. We met, we didn't see each other for a month, when school started we saw each other maybe once or twice, then there was a football game-we hit it off, then we started dating. I will admit, there were a few apprehensions, but aren't there apprehensions with every new relationship? I mean, let's be serious...we've all been heartbroken at some point in our lifetime! Anyway, that's basically the summary as to how we got together. From that point, we've gotten to know each other as we've built our relationship & honestly, I wouldn't change it for the world.
By this point, if you're reading this momma, I'm sure you're thinking, "Gagggg" and "Oh no, I don't wanna read this," so...sorry momma! Just don't show daddy! ;)
Back to the spill. Although we've only been together for a short time, Mike has become one of the the few "constants" I have around me. Aside from my family & my additional three moms, Mike is someone I know will always be there to support me. That's new for me, I've never had a boyfriend who I KNEW would be there whenever I needed him; it's great. Not only is he so supportive, but he is patient & brave. After all, he's dating me! Hahaha! Also, he doesn't know it, but I admire him. He works just under 40 hours a week & is a full-time college student & somewhere in there he still makes time for me. I couldn't do it, there is no way! The stress would kill me. Yes, I'm a full-time student, I have job (I only work five hours a week), and I'm a new member in kappa delta- but I couldn't possibly do what he does. Not to mention...he does all of that without complaining. He complains very little about his job & school work. That completely blows my mind.
Anyway, I guess I'll wrap that up. I'm a lucky girl & he's one heck of a guy.
Summer job:
I'm in search of a summer job & I'm having NO luck. If you will, please keep that in your prayers! I really need to find one!
That concludes this post. I hope you're all having a great Monday!
Below is the music video "When I Look at You" by Miley Cyrus. This was featured in the movie The Last Song. It's also Mike's ringtone! Haha
Daddy made it to Bangladesh safely! Thank you for your prayers! This time he will stay in the capitol of Dhaka! That means communication will be A LOT easier! He was able to call us this morning. Calling is still expensive and will be on rare occasions, but we are expecting more than two calls this time. :) Please continue to pray for his safety and that he will have a life fulfilling trip.
On a side note:
So, you've all heard me mention him, but I haven't written a lot about him. If you haven't figured it out by now, the "him" I'm referring to is my boyfriend. Anyway, I've decided to finally spill about him, since it seems like I have everyone else! So, here's a little background information: his name is Mike, he's a year a head of me in school, two years older than me in age (we both have summer birthdays), a mechanical engineering major (switching to business), is from the largest city in North Carolina, is one of the most hard-working people I know, and he has become my best friend. Oh and did I mention we've only known each other since July? Yep, you see...we're weird & we will admit it. We aren't the average couple that "gets to know each other" and "talks" (what a dumb description- you're either dating or you're not!) for five months before making it official. We met, we didn't see each other for a month, when school started we saw each other maybe once or twice, then there was a football game-we hit it off, then we started dating. I will admit, there were a few apprehensions, but aren't there apprehensions with every new relationship? I mean, let's be serious...we've all been heartbroken at some point in our lifetime! Anyway, that's basically the summary as to how we got together. From that point, we've gotten to know each other as we've built our relationship & honestly, I wouldn't change it for the world.
By this point, if you're reading this momma, I'm sure you're thinking, "Gagggg" and "Oh no, I don't wanna read this," so...sorry momma! Just don't show daddy! ;)
Back to the spill. Although we've only been together for a short time, Mike has become one of the the few "constants" I have around me. Aside from my family & my additional three moms, Mike is someone I know will always be there to support me. That's new for me, I've never had a boyfriend who I KNEW would be there whenever I needed him; it's great. Not only is he so supportive, but he is patient & brave. After all, he's dating me! Hahaha! Also, he doesn't know it, but I admire him. He works just under 40 hours a week & is a full-time college student & somewhere in there he still makes time for me. I couldn't do it, there is no way! The stress would kill me. Yes, I'm a full-time student, I have job (I only work five hours a week), and I'm a new member in kappa delta- but I couldn't possibly do what he does. Not to mention...he does all of that without complaining. He complains very little about his job & school work. That completely blows my mind.
Anyway, I guess I'll wrap that up. I'm a lucky girl & he's one heck of a guy.
Summer job:
I'm in search of a summer job & I'm having NO luck. If you will, please keep that in your prayers! I really need to find one!
That concludes this post. I hope you're all having a great Monday!
Below is the music video "When I Look at You" by Miley Cyrus. This was featured in the movie The Last Song. It's also Mike's ringtone! Haha
Friday, March 4, 2011
I learned to live, have a life...
Happy spring break! :)
Yes, today is the day just about every college student waits for...spring break! Thank goodness it is here! Although I'm not doing anything spectacular I will say I'm looking forward to sleeping in! I don't have anything planned except for spending some time at the courthouses sitting in on cases for a class project. Ugh, I know right... school work on a break? Sucks. Oh well, gotta do what I gotta do.
Kappa delta say yeahhhh
So, in my last post I wrote about rushing KD! Well, they offered me a bid & how could I refuse becoming a sister in such a great organization? Every moment I've spent doing something regarding KD from the boring new member classes to the fun mixers, I have not regretted a thing! Not only is it a great form of support and networking, but also it has brought my passion back into my life- dance. Thank you sigma chi for having derby days! Derby days is sigma chi's philanthropy event and they have a dance competition amongst the sororities. A LEGIT DANCE COMPETITION! I haven't been this excited in a veryyy long time & it has felt absolutely amazing being back in a dance studio with such beautiful and talented girls. This is such an exciting & important part of my journey for it is a lifetime sisterhood. I CANNOT WAIT for the future ahead of me. Love you kay deessss!!!!
Bangladesh
Whelp, the time has come. Dad is going back to Bangladesh tomorrow, but this time he will only be gone for three weeks. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers as he travels overseas and continues to add such significant events to his journey. This is something he really enjoys and it's such a life fulfilling event and a huge support for Bangladesh.
I suppose that's it for now. Not too much to say! I hope everyone is having a great start to the new month of March and that your journeys are full of accomplishment and success.
"Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest."
Yes, today is the day just about every college student waits for...spring break! Thank goodness it is here! Although I'm not doing anything spectacular I will say I'm looking forward to sleeping in! I don't have anything planned except for spending some time at the courthouses sitting in on cases for a class project. Ugh, I know right... school work on a break? Sucks. Oh well, gotta do what I gotta do.
Kappa delta say yeahhhh
So, in my last post I wrote about rushing KD! Well, they offered me a bid & how could I refuse becoming a sister in such a great organization? Every moment I've spent doing something regarding KD from the boring new member classes to the fun mixers, I have not regretted a thing! Not only is it a great form of support and networking, but also it has brought my passion back into my life- dance. Thank you sigma chi for having derby days! Derby days is sigma chi's philanthropy event and they have a dance competition amongst the sororities. A LEGIT DANCE COMPETITION! I haven't been this excited in a veryyy long time & it has felt absolutely amazing being back in a dance studio with such beautiful and talented girls. This is such an exciting & important part of my journey for it is a lifetime sisterhood. I CANNOT WAIT for the future ahead of me. Love you kay deessss!!!!
Bangladesh
Whelp, the time has come. Dad is going back to Bangladesh tomorrow, but this time he will only be gone for three weeks. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers as he travels overseas and continues to add such significant events to his journey. This is something he really enjoys and it's such a life fulfilling event and a huge support for Bangladesh.
I suppose that's it for now. Not too much to say! I hope everyone is having a great start to the new month of March and that your journeys are full of accomplishment and success.
"Let us strive for that which is honorable, beautiful, and highest."
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Hello everyone and happy valentine's day (a little late).
Valentine's day
I hope everyone had a great holiday and was able to spend time with those they love! My valentine's day was rather interesting. Mike had to work because he took time off to see Beau before he had to leave. However, Beau's departure has been rescheduled and he will now be leaving in the middle of March! So, I wasn't able to spend time with Mike on v-day, but he did show up at my door at 12 AM on February with red roses! :) He's such a sweet heart!
Statistics result
I received my statistics test grade! I made a 94!! I'm so excited! I have no idea how I possibly pulled that off, but I did! Hopefully this "A" streak will continue!!
Kappa Delta, say whaaa??
So, I've decided to add another element to my journey! This week I was invited to rush the new sorority- kappa delta! Coming into college I knew nothing about greek life and was definite that it was not for me. However, second semester freshmen year I met a "sorority girl" who introduced me to the sorority world! I was even privileged enough to go with her to the delta gamma senior send off! It was so fun and I considered rushing the beginning of this year. However, I chickened out because I was scared of the time commitment and have been regretting it ever since. As I'm sure some of you may know, it is unusual for juniors and senior to rush; so, this semester was my last chance! Well, I GOT A SECOND CHANCE! I was referred by two girls in kappa delta to rush this week!! Last night was my first even and it was so fun! The girls are all very sweet! Tomorrow we're going ice skating! I'm really looking forward to that! I really hope I get in! If not, I can't say I didn't try!
Junior Miss/Distinguish Young Woman
This weekend is the fabulous state Junior Miss program! It's going to be an interesting one because the name change takes effect! The program is going from Junior Miss to Distinguish Young Woman! What a great program that is inspiring to so many young women! It's been a life changing experience for myself and I encourage every girl to participate when her time comes!
There's just a bit of an update as to where my journey is taking me! Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. :)
"Sorority Girl" by Luke Bryan
Valentine's day
I hope everyone had a great holiday and was able to spend time with those they love! My valentine's day was rather interesting. Mike had to work because he took time off to see Beau before he had to leave. However, Beau's departure has been rescheduled and he will now be leaving in the middle of March! So, I wasn't able to spend time with Mike on v-day, but he did show up at my door at 12 AM on February with red roses! :) He's such a sweet heart!
Statistics result
I received my statistics test grade! I made a 94!! I'm so excited! I have no idea how I possibly pulled that off, but I did! Hopefully this "A" streak will continue!!
Kappa Delta, say whaaa??
So, I've decided to add another element to my journey! This week I was invited to rush the new sorority- kappa delta! Coming into college I knew nothing about greek life and was definite that it was not for me. However, second semester freshmen year I met a "sorority girl" who introduced me to the sorority world! I was even privileged enough to go with her to the delta gamma senior send off! It was so fun and I considered rushing the beginning of this year. However, I chickened out because I was scared of the time commitment and have been regretting it ever since. As I'm sure some of you may know, it is unusual for juniors and senior to rush; so, this semester was my last chance! Well, I GOT A SECOND CHANCE! I was referred by two girls in kappa delta to rush this week!! Last night was my first even and it was so fun! The girls are all very sweet! Tomorrow we're going ice skating! I'm really looking forward to that! I really hope I get in! If not, I can't say I didn't try!
Junior Miss/Distinguish Young Woman
This weekend is the fabulous state Junior Miss program! It's going to be an interesting one because the name change takes effect! The program is going from Junior Miss to Distinguish Young Woman! What a great program that is inspiring to so many young women! It's been a life changing experience for myself and I encourage every girl to participate when her time comes!
There's just a bit of an update as to where my journey is taking me! Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. :)
"Sorority Girl" by Luke Bryan
Thursday, February 10, 2011
"...blonde girls, blue jeans, string of pearls, take you on a trip around the world girls. Love has a thousand faces..."
Hello everyone! I'm sorry that I haven't written in so long! This week has been crazy- three tests & two papers, along with having other homework & working two nights a week!
Statistics:
Tomorrow I have my first statistics test, I really hope it goes ok! Mike, my boyfriend, has been a big help with getting me through this class. His high school offered AP statistics and he is currently a mechanical engineering major switching into marketing-business, so he understands the math deal! I envy people like him who just gets it. I'm so blessed to have him in my life...
Careers:
Anyway, so I realize I previously posted about not knowing what I want to do when I grow up. Unfortunately, I have yet to decide what job I would like to have, but I am making progress! Last week, I switched my curriculum to political science with a concentration in public policy! I have hopes of getting into my university's graduate program in public administration. The more I've prayed about it have thought about it & my different options, I've realized that I have to go with my gut. I can't fight it. I always end up coming back to public administration, so why not take a stab at it?
Prayer request:
I have a prayer request! Mike's best friend, Beau, is leaving for Afghanistan tomorrow & will return May 2012. Mike's friendship with Beau means a lot to him, and Beau's mom is like another mom to Mike! Please pray for safe traveling and a safe experience overall. I admire every man and woman who risks their lives for our country and freedom- armed forces, police, fire, etc. What a great thing these people are doing. However, it is so frightening when it's a loved one!
I'm so sorry this post has been short, but I have to get to class! I hope everyone is doing well & has a great day & Valentine's day. :)
Here's a song I've been listening to lately, I love it!
Randy Montana- 1,000 Faces
Statistics:
Tomorrow I have my first statistics test, I really hope it goes ok! Mike, my boyfriend, has been a big help with getting me through this class. His high school offered AP statistics and he is currently a mechanical engineering major switching into marketing-business, so he understands the math deal! I envy people like him who just gets it. I'm so blessed to have him in my life...
Careers:
Anyway, so I realize I previously posted about not knowing what I want to do when I grow up. Unfortunately, I have yet to decide what job I would like to have, but I am making progress! Last week, I switched my curriculum to political science with a concentration in public policy! I have hopes of getting into my university's graduate program in public administration. The more I've prayed about it have thought about it & my different options, I've realized that I have to go with my gut. I can't fight it. I always end up coming back to public administration, so why not take a stab at it?
Prayer request:
I have a prayer request! Mike's best friend, Beau, is leaving for Afghanistan tomorrow & will return May 2012. Mike's friendship with Beau means a lot to him, and Beau's mom is like another mom to Mike! Please pray for safe traveling and a safe experience overall. I admire every man and woman who risks their lives for our country and freedom- armed forces, police, fire, etc. What a great thing these people are doing. However, it is so frightening when it's a loved one!
I'm so sorry this post has been short, but I have to get to class! I hope everyone is doing well & has a great day & Valentine's day. :)
Here's a song I've been listening to lately, I love it!
Randy Montana- 1,000 Faces
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
"I was enchanted to meet you. This night is sparking, don't you let it go."
This poem was the devotion for January 18th & I fell in love with it, so I thought I would share.
"If love" is conditional love. IT says, I love you...
if you run with the right crowd.
if you let me borrow your car this weekend.
if you sleep with me.
if you wear the latest styles and like loud music.
if you let me see your answers when I'm stumped.
if you don't hassle me with your problems.
if you loam me money for a beer.
"Because love" is easy love. It says, I love you...
because you were "most-valuable player" in last week's game.
because you voted for me as class president.
because you're crazy and make me laugh,
because you throw wild parties and like lots of bass.
because your reference letter helped land me a good job.
because you're hot and have great tattoos.
because you are basically a lot like me.
"Anyhow love" is hard, unconditional love. It says, I love you...
anyhow, even if you ignore me when I talk.
anyhow, even if you judge me unfairly and gossip behind my back.
anyhow, even if you like classical music.
anyhow, even if you are a lesbian.
anyhow, even if you have a fresh outbreak of acne.
anyhow, even if you grew up on the wrong side of town.
anyhow, even if you don't understand me and my lifestyle.
"If love" is conditional love. IT says, I love you...
if you run with the right crowd.
if you let me borrow your car this weekend.
if you sleep with me.
if you wear the latest styles and like loud music.
if you let me see your answers when I'm stumped.
if you don't hassle me with your problems.
if you loam me money for a beer.
"Because love" is easy love. It says, I love you...
because you were "most-valuable player" in last week's game.
because you voted for me as class president.
because you're crazy and make me laugh,
because you throw wild parties and like lots of bass.
because your reference letter helped land me a good job.
because you're hot and have great tattoos.
because you are basically a lot like me.
"Anyhow love" is hard, unconditional love. It says, I love you...
anyhow, even if you ignore me when I talk.
anyhow, even if you judge me unfairly and gossip behind my back.
anyhow, even if you like classical music.
anyhow, even if you are a lesbian.
anyhow, even if you have a fresh outbreak of acne.
anyhow, even if you grew up on the wrong side of town.
anyhow, even if you don't understand me and my lifestyle.
Monday, January 17, 2011
"You're the best definition of good intention..."
Hello everyone!
New semester:
The new semester is in full swing. Unfortunately the first week of classes started off...well, icy. The first three days of classes were cancelled for the most part because of bad weather. We had some ice to come across the area which made driving dangerous. Aside from that, my classes seem to be going well! However, I have yet to have my first day of supreme court and public policy! My professor had to cancel classes last week due to a family emergency. I sure hope everything is all right and things are looking up for her and her family.
This semester I'm taking 16 hours and I'm honestly looking forward to all of my classes except for statistics. That was one that I was forced into. You know, the "don't take it, don't graduate" type situation. This class is going to be a struggle for two main reasons. One, I don't speak number; two, I don't speak Chinese. This semester all of the statistic classes are being taught by graduate students. However, none of the undergrads enrolled in the courses were aware of this until the first day of class. Of course, I would have the graduate student who is from a Chinese background. He seems to be a really nice guy and very smart, but I'm having trouble with his accent. I've found it very hard to understand him. I've also noticed he is having trouble understanding us. I can only imagine the look on his face when he has to converse with me the first time. Let's just say, I've got a heck of a southern accent according to others from different areas across the state. Despite the challenges I will face in this class, I'm determined to do well. Therefore, I'm prepared to work my absolute hardest. Another class I'm excited about is my PE class, self-defense! I feel as if this class will be a good work-out, but very beneficial. Unfortunately, crime rates are out of this world in today's society; so, I feel as if this class will help me protect myself better in any given situation. Hopefully, I won't ever have to use the stuff I learn in this class. My daddy is very pleased that I've chosen this class to take as my PE!
Future confusion:
If you haven't noticed by now, I'm one of those anal people who has to have a plan. Yes, I will admit it. I'm anal! It's one of the many flaws that I possess. It seems as if every semester I question whether I'm in the right major, what I'm supposed to do when I grow up, where's this journey taking me? I realize that God has a beautiful plan for my crazy life and by trusting him with everything I'm sure to end up where I'm supposed to be. However, I'm also impatient. Therefore, this uncertainty is killing me! Last semester I considered switching into English. Now, I'm just questioning all sorts of things!? I've been taking the online tests the career center at my university suggests. They've helped a tad bit and have provided me with a bit of reassurance. Everyone I've taken has suggested something along the lines of politician/public administration and social work. WELLL...let's see, last year I debated pretty heavily to switching to social work. So, I'm back at that. Regardless of what my major is my career goal is to impact lives. When my journey comes to an end I want to know that I've impacted someone's life. Then and only then, will I feel as if I've lived a satisfactory life. With this goal, I will be able to accomplish it through both public administration and social work. However, they are very different. Do I want to work with the individual or do I want to create and implement policies that help protect the community? Oh dear...
Below is a one of my favorite artists: Lady A
"I Run to You"
New semester:
The new semester is in full swing. Unfortunately the first week of classes started off...well, icy. The first three days of classes were cancelled for the most part because of bad weather. We had some ice to come across the area which made driving dangerous. Aside from that, my classes seem to be going well! However, I have yet to have my first day of supreme court and public policy! My professor had to cancel classes last week due to a family emergency. I sure hope everything is all right and things are looking up for her and her family.
This semester I'm taking 16 hours and I'm honestly looking forward to all of my classes except for statistics. That was one that I was forced into. You know, the "don't take it, don't graduate" type situation. This class is going to be a struggle for two main reasons. One, I don't speak number; two, I don't speak Chinese. This semester all of the statistic classes are being taught by graduate students. However, none of the undergrads enrolled in the courses were aware of this until the first day of class. Of course, I would have the graduate student who is from a Chinese background. He seems to be a really nice guy and very smart, but I'm having trouble with his accent. I've found it very hard to understand him. I've also noticed he is having trouble understanding us. I can only imagine the look on his face when he has to converse with me the first time. Let's just say, I've got a heck of a southern accent according to others from different areas across the state. Despite the challenges I will face in this class, I'm determined to do well. Therefore, I'm prepared to work my absolute hardest. Another class I'm excited about is my PE class, self-defense! I feel as if this class will be a good work-out, but very beneficial. Unfortunately, crime rates are out of this world in today's society; so, I feel as if this class will help me protect myself better in any given situation. Hopefully, I won't ever have to use the stuff I learn in this class. My daddy is very pleased that I've chosen this class to take as my PE!
Future confusion:
If you haven't noticed by now, I'm one of those anal people who has to have a plan. Yes, I will admit it. I'm anal! It's one of the many flaws that I possess. It seems as if every semester I question whether I'm in the right major, what I'm supposed to do when I grow up, where's this journey taking me? I realize that God has a beautiful plan for my crazy life and by trusting him with everything I'm sure to end up where I'm supposed to be. However, I'm also impatient. Therefore, this uncertainty is killing me! Last semester I considered switching into English. Now, I'm just questioning all sorts of things!? I've been taking the online tests the career center at my university suggests. They've helped a tad bit and have provided me with a bit of reassurance. Everyone I've taken has suggested something along the lines of politician/public administration and social work. WELLL...let's see, last year I debated pretty heavily to switching to social work. So, I'm back at that. Regardless of what my major is my career goal is to impact lives. When my journey comes to an end I want to know that I've impacted someone's life. Then and only then, will I feel as if I've lived a satisfactory life. With this goal, I will be able to accomplish it through both public administration and social work. However, they are very different. Do I want to work with the individual or do I want to create and implement policies that help protect the community? Oh dear...
Below is a one of my favorite artists: Lady A
"I Run to You"
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
"I need you to understand..."
It's a little late, but happy new year! I'm terribly sorry I haven't written in a while; my mind has been in different places lately.
New Year, new beginning:
Anyway, it's a new year which means a new part of my journey is beginning. I hope everyone has figured out their new year resolutions and that they have all been going as planned! I myself, have found mine to be a challenge. Mine is rather personal, but I feel as if it is a very important part of my journey. Resolution: stick to my devotion and further my relationship with Jesus Christ. Needless to say, I definitely let some things go last year, but I am doing my best to get myself back on track. In order to do so, I've been working on a one year devotion for students which is actually the title. Rick Christian is the author and he is quite amazing.
This book was given to me by a family friend who has been more so of a mentor for me. She is a retired teacher and coordinator of the AIG program at the high school I graduated from. She's a graduate of UNC with her undergrad in public policy and political science and she also has her masters in public administration. She has changed the lives of many students and continues to do so everyday. The grandmother of two, and mother of three. Although she is retired from teaching she continues to change the lives of students everyday. She attends seminars throughout the year that are held in well-known places such as Harvard University. She is a woman of God and genuinely cares for today's society and the future of today's generation. I could continue with the many things this woman has done and continues to do, but you'd be reading this post all day long! If it isn't obvious by now, this person is very special to me. She has done a lot for me from reading my English papers to looking over my college applications to teaching me some of the biggest life lessons I will learn. She is one of my biggest fans and I don't know what I would have done or would do with out her. In the inside of the book she wrote, "Jamie, I hope this will remind you how much God loves you and what a great plan he has for you." Those words will forever stay with me.
As a college student it is inevitable that I will face many challenges and will see things I have never seen before. Some of these will challenge my relationship I have with God and I will undergo some of the pressures I will face (even if I try my hardest not to). Despite the many mistakes I will make and sins I will commit, isn't it amazing that God will still love me unconditionally? That he will still forgive me for all of the stupid things I do in this crazy life of mine? Isn't it incomprehensible how much he loves us? Every single one of us... It honestly, blows my mind. I'm definitely looking forward to the life he has planned for me, the journey he will take me on.
Christmas:
Christmas was wonderful, but it isn't over for me yet! Having dad home has been great, even if he does pick on me constantly. On Christmas day, not only did my family celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, but also the birth of my granny! She turned 83 on December 25! This weekend, my family will be traveling to my dad's parents, so we can do Christmas with them. It is hard to find a time where we can all get together, because we each live such busy lives. My grandparents stay on the go, my family is always busy and I'm in college, therefore I must work around this college schedule. My dad's sister is married and has two boys. One 15 and the other 17. Eli, the 17 year old, is about to graduate; so, it is obvious that he is very busy preparing to experience a new chapter in life. Henley, the other cousin, is also very active with school and sports. It's all just crazy! So, we normally all get together the first of the month. I'm looking forward to seeing them all! I miss them very much (they live in South Carolina, so we don't see them often). I'm sure this weekend will be very enjoyable.
New addition:
On Sunday, we will be adding a new addition to our family!! :) We are getting a new puppy! She is a sheltie and we have decided to name her Kensie (we might change the spelling to Kenzie). It's a bittersweet time, in my opinion. Over the summer we lost our first sheltie, Zoe. Zoe was an amazing dog and was a part of our family. We got her when I was four years old, so I grew up with her. Therefore, it was veryyyy hard to let her go. I'm very excited to get Kensie, but it is a bit weird to me because we've never had another sheltie. I'm sure she is going to make a great addition to our family and will be a great friend to Cadie, our spoiled miniature dachshund.
Anyhow, I hope everyone is doing well and has had a great holiday!
Below are pictures of Kensie and Zoe. Again, Kensie is the puppy and Zoe is the grown Sheltie.
New Year, new beginning:
Anyway, it's a new year which means a new part of my journey is beginning. I hope everyone has figured out their new year resolutions and that they have all been going as planned! I myself, have found mine to be a challenge. Mine is rather personal, but I feel as if it is a very important part of my journey. Resolution: stick to my devotion and further my relationship with Jesus Christ. Needless to say, I definitely let some things go last year, but I am doing my best to get myself back on track. In order to do so, I've been working on a one year devotion for students which is actually the title. Rick Christian is the author and he is quite amazing.
This book was given to me by a family friend who has been more so of a mentor for me. She is a retired teacher and coordinator of the AIG program at the high school I graduated from. She's a graduate of UNC with her undergrad in public policy and political science and she also has her masters in public administration. She has changed the lives of many students and continues to do so everyday. The grandmother of two, and mother of three. Although she is retired from teaching she continues to change the lives of students everyday. She attends seminars throughout the year that are held in well-known places such as Harvard University. She is a woman of God and genuinely cares for today's society and the future of today's generation. I could continue with the many things this woman has done and continues to do, but you'd be reading this post all day long! If it isn't obvious by now, this person is very special to me. She has done a lot for me from reading my English papers to looking over my college applications to teaching me some of the biggest life lessons I will learn. She is one of my biggest fans and I don't know what I would have done or would do with out her. In the inside of the book she wrote, "Jamie, I hope this will remind you how much God loves you and what a great plan he has for you." Those words will forever stay with me.
As a college student it is inevitable that I will face many challenges and will see things I have never seen before. Some of these will challenge my relationship I have with God and I will undergo some of the pressures I will face (even if I try my hardest not to). Despite the many mistakes I will make and sins I will commit, isn't it amazing that God will still love me unconditionally? That he will still forgive me for all of the stupid things I do in this crazy life of mine? Isn't it incomprehensible how much he loves us? Every single one of us... It honestly, blows my mind. I'm definitely looking forward to the life he has planned for me, the journey he will take me on.
Christmas:
Christmas was wonderful, but it isn't over for me yet! Having dad home has been great, even if he does pick on me constantly. On Christmas day, not only did my family celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, but also the birth of my granny! She turned 83 on December 25! This weekend, my family will be traveling to my dad's parents, so we can do Christmas with them. It is hard to find a time where we can all get together, because we each live such busy lives. My grandparents stay on the go, my family is always busy and I'm in college, therefore I must work around this college schedule. My dad's sister is married and has two boys. One 15 and the other 17. Eli, the 17 year old, is about to graduate; so, it is obvious that he is very busy preparing to experience a new chapter in life. Henley, the other cousin, is also very active with school and sports. It's all just crazy! So, we normally all get together the first of the month. I'm looking forward to seeing them all! I miss them very much (they live in South Carolina, so we don't see them often). I'm sure this weekend will be very enjoyable.
New addition:
On Sunday, we will be adding a new addition to our family!! :) We are getting a new puppy! She is a sheltie and we have decided to name her Kensie (we might change the spelling to Kenzie). It's a bittersweet time, in my opinion. Over the summer we lost our first sheltie, Zoe. Zoe was an amazing dog and was a part of our family. We got her when I was four years old, so I grew up with her. Therefore, it was veryyyy hard to let her go. I'm very excited to get Kensie, but it is a bit weird to me because we've never had another sheltie. I'm sure she is going to make a great addition to our family and will be a great friend to Cadie, our spoiled miniature dachshund.
Anyhow, I hope everyone is doing well and has had a great holiday!
Below are pictures of Kensie and Zoe. Again, Kensie is the puppy and Zoe is the grown Sheltie.
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