It's amazing going to youth group/worship practice and then finding out something completely different.
I had the great honor to witness the engagement of my sister and her boyfriend Erik Walton. Boy was it a hoot. Happiness overwhelmed me and I couldn't do anything but smile, act extremely weird, and give them a big hug. I knew it was coming at some point but most definitely wasn't expecting it to happen May 10th of 2017. Gosh, I can't explain to you how ecstatic I am! They're such an adorable couple, went through so much over the years, good and bad, got through it, and now to experience this wonderful time is great!
I want to congratulate you two! I am so happy and proud to have Erik as a soon to be brother in law and I think you are the best man for my sister. She couldn't have found anyone better.
I know you two went through a lot during your relationship, you've grown, matured into great young adults and I have no idea what to say anymore because I don't want to repeat the same thing over and over again so...I will say one last thing.
Hannah, I congratulate you on everything you've done. The great guy you've found and decided to marry. I am so proud to have you as a sister and couldn't ask for anyone better. Pray that I find someone as good as Erik...
Erik, as I said above, I congratulate you on everything you've made it through. And also for deciding to join the military. That's awesome and I wish I could too. I'm so happy to have you as a soon to be brother in law and can't wait to spend years with you and Hannah. Yes, you have to deal with me. Sorry.
I LOVE YOU BOTH SO EXTREMELY MUCH! GOD BLESS YOU WITH MANY GREAT YEARS TO COME! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
May God be with you in all of your years, stay true to him and love will always endure.
Ok, I'm done now. I'm just blabbing. Love you guys!
Wednesday, May 10, 2017
Traveling the Great Unknown
This isn't the normal adventure I would surprise you with. This one is a bit more subtle and not as courageous but it was worth it. I believe I needed to see it. This travel adventure opened my eyes to the many options I have after high school. To a degree it was overwhelming.
I had the wonderful chance to go visit University of Alaska Anchorage, UAA for short. This was an eye opener. I visited the welding and automotive career classes and was truthfully, quite excited. The programs offered at the school showed me the many opportunities I could grasp on to. There were many great people there, willing to show me everything, give me a tour, invite me to join the school! I still have three years of high school, which in my eyes gives me three years to prepare. UAA will be one of my options for my future, if I decide to go to college.
When I was in middle school and at the beginning of high school the thought of preparing and thinking about what to do for a career never really crossed my mind. Then, I was asked if this trip was something I wanted to do. At first I said no then thought about it once more. I decided to go at last minute. I am so ecstatic that I went. I believe this is the type of prep work schools should start doing for their students. It would encourage, empower and open their eyes to just how much is out there. You can be whatever you want to be, you just have to work at it. And, if you go to college, pay lots of money (sad face) but in the end its so worth it. I haven't made it that far yet, so I guess I can't say its worth it but in my bones I know it is.
I encourage everyone I know to visit colleges and start preparing. It could get you so far in life. The work is worth it. I believe in you, even though I have no idea who you are. You can make it!
I had the wonderful chance to go visit University of Alaska Anchorage, UAA for short. This was an eye opener. I visited the welding and automotive career classes and was truthfully, quite excited. The programs offered at the school showed me the many opportunities I could grasp on to. There were many great people there, willing to show me everything, give me a tour, invite me to join the school! I still have three years of high school, which in my eyes gives me three years to prepare. UAA will be one of my options for my future, if I decide to go to college.
When I was in middle school and at the beginning of high school the thought of preparing and thinking about what to do for a career never really crossed my mind. Then, I was asked if this trip was something I wanted to do. At first I said no then thought about it once more. I decided to go at last minute. I am so ecstatic that I went. I believe this is the type of prep work schools should start doing for their students. It would encourage, empower and open their eyes to just how much is out there. You can be whatever you want to be, you just have to work at it. And, if you go to college, pay lots of money (sad face) but in the end its so worth it. I haven't made it that far yet, so I guess I can't say its worth it but in my bones I know it is.
I encourage everyone I know to visit colleges and start preparing. It could get you so far in life. The work is worth it. I believe in you, even though I have no idea who you are. You can make it!
Monday, May 8, 2017
Balcony's, Where Undying love is Announced
From reading the graphic novel of Romeo and Juliet compared to the play right the differences and similarities are quite distinct.
First off, we already know that each book has the famous balcony scene. We can't leave that specific scene out for that's where the popular "Romeo, Romeo....wherefore art thou Romeo" is. To disregard the scene would be tragic. Would it not? For more reasons than one, it's the perfect destination to rewrite your undying love for another. Who doesn't want to be compared to many a beautiful thing?
For they both did face the fact of their "undying love" but that's where the similarities end. Romeo's love for Juliet in the graphic novel was not enough to compare her to the sun, moon, and stars. Or, maybe it's because he's a robot and he can't make the connection but, anyways, back on track. Their love was so strong, strong enough to go over and beyond what you thought was capable such as marriage and the exception of engagement that you think, "hmmm a little too far"? Maybe you should have stuck with comparing her to the sun, moon, and stars? But hey? Naive teenagers right? Maybe a little immature too. I guess all teens think differently, especially me.
I for one would be quite creeped out if a boy I met for about 5-10 minutes came climbing up my balcony professing how much he loved me. Oh, look here comes dad with a shotgun... Just kidding. But if it came to that... Lesson learned boys? Do not climb up my balcony or through my window, you are prone to get hurt. Not only from my dad....
First off, we already know that each book has the famous balcony scene. We can't leave that specific scene out for that's where the popular "Romeo, Romeo....wherefore art thou Romeo" is. To disregard the scene would be tragic. Would it not? For more reasons than one, it's the perfect destination to rewrite your undying love for another. Who doesn't want to be compared to many a beautiful thing?
For they both did face the fact of their "undying love" but that's where the similarities end. Romeo's love for Juliet in the graphic novel was not enough to compare her to the sun, moon, and stars. Or, maybe it's because he's a robot and he can't make the connection but, anyways, back on track. Their love was so strong, strong enough to go over and beyond what you thought was capable such as marriage and the exception of engagement that you think, "hmmm a little too far"? Maybe you should have stuck with comparing her to the sun, moon, and stars? But hey? Naive teenagers right? Maybe a little immature too. I guess all teens think differently, especially me.
I for one would be quite creeped out if a boy I met for about 5-10 minutes came climbing up my balcony professing how much he loved me. Oh, look here comes dad with a shotgun... Just kidding. But if it came to that... Lesson learned boys? Do not climb up my balcony or through my window, you are prone to get hurt. Not only from my dad....
Friday, April 28, 2017
The Teenage 3-day love Story
Everyone's heard of Romeo and Juliet. Right? A love story between two (hormonal) teens. Well, this story of infatuation is one of the most influential stories of all time. From people who have read the story to those who have only heard of it. Yet the question still rises in my mind. Why are Romeo and Juliet so popular in our culture?
Is it by chance that it's a sad depressing story of death and chaos. Well, in my opinion, I believe it's the romance aspect of the story. It's what everyone desires. Especially the balcony scene. Boy meets girl, a few poetic lines, and then boom, I love you. And may I please add, they only met for about fifteen minutes. But, we must all discover at some point, that's not what true love is. It takes time.
We can also say this relationship has a certain convenient side to it. Two families, Capulets, and Montagues, at each other, throats constantly. So two kids falling in love, one being a Capulet and the other a Montague, has a reward implied. If these two are to be married maybe the constant battle between the two families will end? Well, as I do have to admit, it ends but there is no Hollywood ending implied. For Romeo and Juliet, both die. Who knew?!
So, in the end, was it all that great of a story? Only if the two could have lived but no, everyone involved with Shakespeare has to die. That's how it works. What I learned from it is that if you want a happy ending do not read this story for it's a killer. In general, if you want a good ending just don't read Shakespeare. But I do recommend reading the graphic novel because that was pretty good.
Bibiliography:
Monday, April 24, 2017
God Gave Me Peace
To start off, as you all know, I'm shy. I hate doing things in front of people from talking in a play to dancing.
But this great, deep desire to sing for an Easter special took over. The desire was so heavy that when I was told no, I was depressed. To be honest, I was angry, so angry I left music practice. I had been wanting to sing for many Sundays but the chance never came. I prayed God would help me gain the spot in which I desired.
Then, God gave me the chance. I had the ability to sing a part in The Easter Song by Keith Green. I am a high singer. And the part in the song that I received was extremely high. So high, in the beginning, I cracked without the lessons I received from my teacher, Dad, and Mom. I reached the high note with ease during the practices until the day of the special came.
We practiced the special one last time before the final act. We practiced and I knew I was not ready or felt that way. I was afraid. I didn't want to mess up, especially at the very high note. I prayed all through worship, as I was playing the piano, that the Lord would give me the ease and ability to do what troubled me. You see, when singing, when I get nervous I start to shake. Not only my hands but also my voice which would cause my ability to reach the high note very slim.
I prayed and prayed none stop. I prayed while my dad gave his prayer before our special. I wasn't ready I thought to God. Help me, please! I'm scared.
Then, the greatest thing happened...
I heard this voice in my head say "You can do this" and all feelings of nervousness and doubt subsided. I instantly felt at peace. I knew I could do it. I knew then and there God touched me, told me I could do it, that he believed in me. And right there, those four words, I believe in you, raised this giant weight off my shoulders.
I walked up onto that stage with a purpose. To sing out to the Lord. To sing for my family but most importantly show how much God touched me. To show the great peace and love I receive from him. I reached that high note with ease. God gave me the ability to be free of my nervousness.
If God can help one simple situation such as this, imagine what he could do with so much more! You could become president, speak with ease to the country, with a sense of ease, holding the Lord's hand as he guides you. So much can be done with the grace, love, and fear of God! Oh, how I love you, Lord! You're all I need in life!
Psalm 23 states:
(Thank you bible gateway)
The Lord is my Shepherd, I am his sheep. He will lead and guide me to all that is necessary to him. And through this, I will gain freedom from him. I will gain an eternity with him in paradise. Imagine it, a life with God in Heaven, eternal peace and paradise. I can't wait for that day to come!
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
God, what would I do without you?
But this great, deep desire to sing for an Easter special took over. The desire was so heavy that when I was told no, I was depressed. To be honest, I was angry, so angry I left music practice. I had been wanting to sing for many Sundays but the chance never came. I prayed God would help me gain the spot in which I desired.
Then, God gave me the chance. I had the ability to sing a part in The Easter Song by Keith Green. I am a high singer. And the part in the song that I received was extremely high. So high, in the beginning, I cracked without the lessons I received from my teacher, Dad, and Mom. I reached the high note with ease during the practices until the day of the special came.
We practiced the special one last time before the final act. We practiced and I knew I was not ready or felt that way. I was afraid. I didn't want to mess up, especially at the very high note. I prayed all through worship, as I was playing the piano, that the Lord would give me the ease and ability to do what troubled me. You see, when singing, when I get nervous I start to shake. Not only my hands but also my voice which would cause my ability to reach the high note very slim.
I prayed and prayed none stop. I prayed while my dad gave his prayer before our special. I wasn't ready I thought to God. Help me, please! I'm scared.
Then, the greatest thing happened...
I heard this voice in my head say "You can do this" and all feelings of nervousness and doubt subsided. I instantly felt at peace. I knew I could do it. I knew then and there God touched me, told me I could do it, that he believed in me. And right there, those four words, I believe in you, raised this giant weight off my shoulders.
I walked up onto that stage with a purpose. To sing out to the Lord. To sing for my family but most importantly show how much God touched me. To show the great peace and love I receive from him. I reached that high note with ease. God gave me the ability to be free of my nervousness.
If God can help one simple situation such as this, imagine what he could do with so much more! You could become president, speak with ease to the country, with a sense of ease, holding the Lord's hand as he guides you. So much can be done with the grace, love, and fear of God! Oh, how I love you, Lord! You're all I need in life!
Psalm 23 states:
A Psalm of David.
23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.
3 He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.
3 He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord
forever.
(Thank you bible gateway)
The Lord is my Shepherd, I am his sheep. He will lead and guide me to all that is necessary to him. And through this, I will gain freedom from him. I will gain an eternity with him in paradise. Imagine it, a life with God in Heaven, eternal peace and paradise. I can't wait for that day to come!
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
God, what would I do without you?
Friday, April 14, 2017
Lets do this Mad Max Style!
Well, the work has begun.
My beautiful beat up truck finally gets a new bumper. One of great triumph and mad maxi-ness. This bumper will be no normal bumper. It will be big, bold, it will tell a story of the power it holds beneath. It will roar like a lion. Now, I just need to get the design down on paper which seems to be the big issue at hand.
And when schools almost out, you only have a short amount of time left in welding it makes a big difference.
I better get drawing!
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| Old bumpers off! |
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| So barren and sad... |
My beautiful beat up truck finally gets a new bumper. One of great triumph and mad maxi-ness. This bumper will be no normal bumper. It will be big, bold, it will tell a story of the power it holds beneath. It will roar like a lion. Now, I just need to get the design down on paper which seems to be the big issue at hand.
And when schools almost out, you only have a short amount of time left in welding it makes a big difference.
I better get drawing!
Monday, April 10, 2017
No Fear of the Future
We had a gorgeous morning driving to school today. God has most definitely created something wonderful to inspire me each morning.
I couldn't ask for anything more and I'm so thankful. I go to bed excited for the next morning, waiting for something inspiring yet again. I have no fear of the future for it will be good! God is good and all the time God is good!
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| Converted |
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| Before conversion |
Thank you!
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