Im sitting in my dorm room right now thinking of many different things, from cheerleading to home life, etc. I am listening to every kind of music anybody could ever think of and each song has brought back a different memory...specifically the sad songs. Each sad song I hear reminds me of my past, which makes me happy in a weird way. Every time I hear a song that was affiliated with a certain friend, relationship, situation, whatever it may be I smile. I've grown to learn that memories are memories, whether they are good or bad. A memory is a wonderful gift from God. Every memory is special in it's own way and finds a unique way to your heart.
Songs have a certain connection with everyones life. Each song associated with a memory has lyrics that touch us all in ways that may differ from others. Lyrics often reflect a situation that many people can relate with therefore we all seem to find a connection with the people involved in the memory even if we can't really see them in life anymore. I love that. I love that God has given us the gift of memories to help us feel close to those we lost even if we don't see them anymore.
"Memories are worth a million words, the pictures only bring them to surface"- Kyla Edmondson
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
rearview mirror
So as many of you know I am a college freshman and most people know how scary it can be to start a new life separate from family and old friends. I am currently in my dorm room it's about 12:10 a.m. and I just got in from a meeting for the cheerleaders, its safe to say my day was very long! So far things have been crazy, moving in, getting settled, figuring out different things to do on campus, finding a good church, etc. The feeling I get on campus, however, is very home-like. I know where things are, everyone here is so nice, and the vibe I get just walking around is very comfortable.
Well as lame as this blog may seem to some of you, I need to actually hit the sheets for some shut eye. There is so much more I could talk about but I guess you could say, a picture is worth a thousand words...
Take a look...
Well as lame as this blog may seem to some of you, I need to actually hit the sheets for some shut eye. There is so much more I could talk about but I guess you could say, a picture is worth a thousand words...
Take a look...
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
On my own
I just today finished a wonderful bible study with an amazing group of girls... Wow, what a life changing impact it has had on me. Life seems to always have the constant question pushed on each one of us... who am I, and what is MY purpose? This study created by Beth Moore (a very inspirational woman) has shown me the direction that I am supposed to go with my life. Everything we learned within this one study has made a difference in who I am, and how I want to live out my life.
One thing I learned is that EVERYBODY struggles, each of us in a different way. I cannot even begin to tell you the countless amount of times I've messed up or struggled with something so difficult that it almost took over my whole life. I learned that, even though there are always going to be struggles, that everything is going to be okay while I am in the hands of Christ. He is the answer to every problem..He is the one that can change anything and everything... all I have to do is ask. I wish more people could have experienced this insane turn of character and change of mind that I and the other girls in the study did. We all have a bond beyond words and I hope that EVERYONE has the chance to do something so magnificent.
Over the course of the next two weeks I will be experiencing a lot of change. I leave for college NEXT FRIDAY!!! How insane! I can't wait for the new friendships, lifestyle, challenges, experiences, and all that comes with being in college, but I know that I am going to have trials before I go. Taking a leave from work, leaving old friends behind, saying goodbyes to people I may never even see again after this week, it is all going to be hard to do, but I know that in our own ways, we will all be alright. Jesus has control no matter what, He will always lead me where I need to go, sometimes following will be harder than others, but I trust His plan for me.
Today was an excellent day...everything seemed to go RIGHT. I had a wonderful day spending time with old friends from high school, I got a job I've been dying to get, I spent time with many wonderful people, and I found out my roommate is the one I requested! YAY! I just hope that tomorrow will be just as good as today.
Life is good. Trials are hard. The reward, is priceless. :)
"If you hear a voice within you say "you cannot paint," then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced." ~Vincent Van Gogh
One thing I learned is that EVERYBODY struggles, each of us in a different way. I cannot even begin to tell you the countless amount of times I've messed up or struggled with something so difficult that it almost took over my whole life. I learned that, even though there are always going to be struggles, that everything is going to be okay while I am in the hands of Christ. He is the answer to every problem..He is the one that can change anything and everything... all I have to do is ask. I wish more people could have experienced this insane turn of character and change of mind that I and the other girls in the study did. We all have a bond beyond words and I hope that EVERYONE has the chance to do something so magnificent.
Over the course of the next two weeks I will be experiencing a lot of change. I leave for college NEXT FRIDAY!!! How insane! I can't wait for the new friendships, lifestyle, challenges, experiences, and all that comes with being in college, but I know that I am going to have trials before I go. Taking a leave from work, leaving old friends behind, saying goodbyes to people I may never even see again after this week, it is all going to be hard to do, but I know that in our own ways, we will all be alright. Jesus has control no matter what, He will always lead me where I need to go, sometimes following will be harder than others, but I trust His plan for me.
Today was an excellent day...everything seemed to go RIGHT. I had a wonderful day spending time with old friends from high school, I got a job I've been dying to get, I spent time with many wonderful people, and I found out my roommate is the one I requested! YAY! I just hope that tomorrow will be just as good as today.
Life is good. Trials are hard. The reward, is priceless. :)
"If you hear a voice within you say "you cannot paint," then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced." ~Vincent Van Gogh
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