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.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
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
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