Thirteen Reasons I'm Happy Spring Is Here!
1. People start mowing their lawns. I like the smell of fresh-cut grass.
2. The days are longer. You can stay outside longer.
3. I can drive with my windows down. This is one of my favorite things to do. It's alot better when it's warm, I won't have to freeze Josh haha.
4. I can open the windows in my house while cleaning. This gives a nice breeze and a refreshing feeling.
5. This semester is nearing an end. I'm to the point that I'm bored with most of my classes (though not all).
6. Flowers begin to bloom. I like flowers. They are pretty.
7. Vacationing season is near! Woo hoo!
8. We're getting ready to plant a garden. Fresh veggies and fruits are on their way!
9. Spring means summer isn't far away. This means soon I will be working full-time. This means I will have money. This is a very good thing.
10. I can wear flip flops. They're my favorite. Actually, anything where my toes are exposed and free are great.
11. Cook-outs will be plentiful pretty soon. Yummy yummy yummy, and cheap cheap cheap!
12. Now that there's nice weather, there should be significant progress on mine and Josh's house.
13. SPRING CLEANING!!! Love it, love it, love it!
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Thursday Thirteen
Thirteen Things To Get Before Josh and I Can Move In To Our House!
1. Get floors.
2. Get walls.
3. Get a roof.
4. Get toilets, showers and other bathroom necessities.
5. Get plumbing for the aforementioned toilets, showers and other bathroom necessities.
6. Get electricity.
7. Get windows and doors.
8. Get paint for the aforementioned walls.
9. Get furniture.
10. Get a mailbox.
11. Get grass in the front yard.
12. Get home decor.
And last, but certainly not least,
13. GET MARRIED!
1. Get floors.
2. Get walls.
3. Get a roof.
4. Get toilets, showers and other bathroom necessities.
5. Get plumbing for the aforementioned toilets, showers and other bathroom necessities.
6. Get electricity.
7. Get windows and doors.
8. Get paint for the aforementioned walls.
9. Get furniture.
10. Get a mailbox.
11. Get grass in the front yard.
12. Get home decor.
And last, but certainly not least,
13. GET MARRIED!
Monday, March 05, 2007
Books, Books, Books!
So today I was going back through Heather's blogs and catching up on any I've missed in the past year, and I came across this MeMe that she tagged me on last August. I know, I'm bad. I'm not feeling that well today (pray for me please!) so I figured this would be a short, but fun, post. Plus, I LOVE LOVE LOVE books!!!
1. One book that changed your life: A Moment Of Weakness by Karen Kingsbury. This was the first Kingsbury book I ever read and since then I've been addicted haha. Seriously though, they have really helped guide me to be a better Christian and to depend on God completely, and this book was the one that got me started.
2. One book that you've read more than once: I'm not really a "read books more than once" kind of girl. The only one that comes to mind is the Bible.
3. One book I'd want on a dessert island: "How to Survive on a Dessert Island", if there is such a book.
4. One book that made you laugh: The "B" Book by the Berenstein Bears. That book was an all-time masterpiece, and yes, I still have a copy in my bookcase!
5. One book that made you cry: Ever After by Karen Kingsbury. More tears flowed while I read that book than all my other crying done because of books put together. I had to take a week-long break from reading to regain the emotional strength to finish reading!
6. One book you wish you had written: Anything by Karen Kingsbury. Her books touch so many people. It would be awesome knowing that God had given you that gift.
7. One book you wish had never been written: The DaVinci Code by Dan Brown.
8. One book you are currently reading: Nothing at the moment, I'm betwixt books. Just the Bible.
1. One book that changed your life: A Moment Of Weakness by Karen Kingsbury. This was the first Kingsbury book I ever read and since then I've been addicted haha. Seriously though, they have really helped guide me to be a better Christian and to depend on God completely, and this book was the one that got me started.
2. One book that you've read more than once: I'm not really a "read books more than once" kind of girl. The only one that comes to mind is the Bible.
3. One book I'd want on a dessert island: "How to Survive on a Dessert Island", if there is such a book.
4. One book that made you laugh: The "B" Book by the Berenstein Bears. That book was an all-time masterpiece, and yes, I still have a copy in my bookcase!
5. One book that made you cry: Ever After by Karen Kingsbury. More tears flowed while I read that book than all my other crying done because of books put together. I had to take a week-long break from reading to regain the emotional strength to finish reading!
6. One book you wish you had written: Anything by Karen Kingsbury. Her books touch so many people. It would be awesome knowing that God had given you that gift.
7. One book you wish had never been written: The DaVinci Code by Dan Brown.
8. One book you are currently reading: Nothing at the moment, I'm betwixt books. Just the Bible.
Thursday, March 01, 2007
Thursday Thirteen
Thirteen Things that Make Me Laugh!
1. Stubborn elderly folk.
2. When the guy on Rigoletto sings "I love these pigs..."
3. When my dalmatian Tosha trys to walk on our slick kitchen floor but doesn't get anywhere, she just stays in the same spot with her feet sliding frantically haha.
4. My Microeconomics professor. He's a character.
5. When Josh makes his weird noises.
6. Midgets.
7. The movie Barnyard.
8. Most any childrens' animated movie. (Finding Nemo, Open Season, etc.)
9. Eric on Boy Meets World. Especially when he's messing with Mr. Feeny!
10. Raegan and Mikayla's love-hate friendship. They're so funny to watch!
11. When dad and I gang up and pick on mom.
12. Knickers. (I'm not sure if I spelled that correctly. I'm speaking about the capri-length pants for men that are fitted at the bottom, like the old-timey golf pants)
13. When I find the smallest things in life amusing, then realize what a dork I am!
1. Stubborn elderly folk.
2. When the guy on Rigoletto sings "I love these pigs..."
3. When my dalmatian Tosha trys to walk on our slick kitchen floor but doesn't get anywhere, she just stays in the same spot with her feet sliding frantically haha.
4. My Microeconomics professor. He's a character.
5. When Josh makes his weird noises.
6. Midgets.
7. The movie Barnyard.
8. Most any childrens' animated movie. (Finding Nemo, Open Season, etc.)
9. Eric on Boy Meets World. Especially when he's messing with Mr. Feeny!
10. Raegan and Mikayla's love-hate friendship. They're so funny to watch!
11. When dad and I gang up and pick on mom.
12. Knickers. (I'm not sure if I spelled that correctly. I'm speaking about the capri-length pants for men that are fitted at the bottom, like the old-timey golf pants)
13. When I find the smallest things in life amusing, then realize what a dork I am!
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
Patience Is a Virtue...
...that I don't have. It's a great quality to posses. I thought I was a pretty patient person, but I've never really been tested in this area.
I was told that on Monday morning, this past Monday, builders were going to begin marking and maybe even digging to begin the process of building our house. This did not happen. The "digger" will not be able to "dig" until NEXT Monday. This is understandable, so I'm not upset about it. I was just made to realize that I need a little more patience.
There could be many reasons God allowed this delay. There could have been an enormous disaster occur had they began Monday. God could have been saving us from a huge headache. Or, He could have decided that I needed to learn more about patience. Maybe He wants me to rely on Him and have faith that everything will turn out good in His time.
So for now, I'm praying for LOTS of patience. Pray for me!
I was told that on Monday morning, this past Monday, builders were going to begin marking and maybe even digging to begin the process of building our house. This did not happen. The "digger" will not be able to "dig" until NEXT Monday. This is understandable, so I'm not upset about it. I was just made to realize that I need a little more patience.
There could be many reasons God allowed this delay. There could have been an enormous disaster occur had they began Monday. God could have been saving us from a huge headache. Or, He could have decided that I needed to learn more about patience. Maybe He wants me to rely on Him and have faith that everything will turn out good in His time.
So for now, I'm praying for LOTS of patience. Pray for me!
Monday, February 26, 2007
You wait just a minute...
Okay, before I begin, let me say that I have nothing at all against the elderly. With that being said, it is my experience that older folks can get a little touchy when you have to change their plans.
I am currently working in an eye doctors office. It is part of my job to call patients to remind them of their appointments, outstanding balances and the like. So when a doctor has to be out for some reason, I get to help call and break the news, ever so gently of course, that their plans have changed, whether they wanted them to or not. This is where the title of my blog comes in.
Of course there are many patients who are understanding, or who maybe aren't very happy about having to rearrange their schedules, but cooperate nicely and efficiently. Others, most of whom tend to be older, not so much understanding. Words like "Now you wait just a minute!" or "Well I have an appointment card that says..." and so on and so forth. Never mind the fact that the doctor is in the hospital having a baby or not even in town, they have made it their mission to get that doctor back in the office at the time specified on their appointment card.
There is one other scenario, however, that causes an opposite effect on the elderly. It is extremely entertaining to make reminder calls when snow or ice is in the forecast. Once again, let me stop to explain one thing. I completely understand the idea of safety first. I would never want anyone, regardless of their age, to have to drive in weather that they weren't comfortable driving. I won't even drive in bad weather if there's any way to avoid doing so. So when people simply say that they may or may not arrive for their appointment, this is absolutely understandable.
What gets me is when I hear that same line, "Now you wait just a minute!, as if they are the first to make our office aware that there's a 3% chance of a flurry. See, in this situation, our office stays open to accommodate our patients as much as possible. But when there's a sliver of a chance of winter weather, there is NO waiting to see if anything happens. CANCELLED!
This whole phenomenon of the elderly and their scheduling issues entertains me. They make me laugh!
I am currently working in an eye doctors office. It is part of my job to call patients to remind them of their appointments, outstanding balances and the like. So when a doctor has to be out for some reason, I get to help call and break the news, ever so gently of course, that their plans have changed, whether they wanted them to or not. This is where the title of my blog comes in.
Of course there are many patients who are understanding, or who maybe aren't very happy about having to rearrange their schedules, but cooperate nicely and efficiently. Others, most of whom tend to be older, not so much understanding. Words like "Now you wait just a minute!" or "Well I have an appointment card that says..." and so on and so forth. Never mind the fact that the doctor is in the hospital having a baby or not even in town, they have made it their mission to get that doctor back in the office at the time specified on their appointment card.
There is one other scenario, however, that causes an opposite effect on the elderly. It is extremely entertaining to make reminder calls when snow or ice is in the forecast. Once again, let me stop to explain one thing. I completely understand the idea of safety first. I would never want anyone, regardless of their age, to have to drive in weather that they weren't comfortable driving. I won't even drive in bad weather if there's any way to avoid doing so. So when people simply say that they may or may not arrive for their appointment, this is absolutely understandable.
What gets me is when I hear that same line, "Now you wait just a minute!, as if they are the first to make our office aware that there's a 3% chance of a flurry. See, in this situation, our office stays open to accommodate our patients as much as possible. But when there's a sliver of a chance of winter weather, there is NO waiting to see if anything happens. CANCELLED!
This whole phenomenon of the elderly and their scheduling issues entertains me. They make me laugh!
Saturday, February 24, 2007
It's A Bright New Day
Hi everybody!!! So it's been about 7 1/2 months since my last post, so I figured, maybe I should write a little something. Since it's been such a long time there's probably been alot that has changed, so here's what's going on in my life at the moment.
I'm still in college, and I finally made my major Accounting. This means I'm actually starting to get into more business-oriented classes, not just the general stuff that I find excrutiatingly boring. If all goes as planned, I should be done in 2 more years.
I also got a job working in an eye doctor's office. So I'm making a little bit of money. And I do mean a LITTLE bit. But hey, it's a good job, I enjoy it, and they treat me great, so I'm very thankful!
My boyfriend Josh (you should remember him, he's the same one I was dating back when I blogged last year) and I are in the process of building a house! It's very exciting! I'll go ahead and answer the next question on your mind: No, we are not engaged. Not officially, anyways. We are going to get married someday, but we're just waiting and taking things one step at a time. No, this does not mean that we plan to live together in our house before marriage. This is not an option. We will move in our house together AFTER we are married. And by the way, he's absolutely amazing! God has truely blessed me with a great man!
So that's pretty much my life right now. Stressful at times with school and work, but Josh can always bring things into perspective and make my day brighter. I can't wait to see where everything goes from here!
I'm still in college, and I finally made my major Accounting. This means I'm actually starting to get into more business-oriented classes, not just the general stuff that I find excrutiatingly boring. If all goes as planned, I should be done in 2 more years.
I also got a job working in an eye doctor's office. So I'm making a little bit of money. And I do mean a LITTLE bit. But hey, it's a good job, I enjoy it, and they treat me great, so I'm very thankful!
My boyfriend Josh (you should remember him, he's the same one I was dating back when I blogged last year) and I are in the process of building a house! It's very exciting! I'll go ahead and answer the next question on your mind: No, we are not engaged. Not officially, anyways. We are going to get married someday, but we're just waiting and taking things one step at a time. No, this does not mean that we plan to live together in our house before marriage. This is not an option. We will move in our house together AFTER we are married. And by the way, he's absolutely amazing! God has truely blessed me with a great man!
So that's pretty much my life right now. Stressful at times with school and work, but Josh can always bring things into perspective and make my day brighter. I can't wait to see where everything goes from here!
Thursday, July 13, 2006
Thursday Thirteen
Thirteen Jobs I Would Not Like To Have
1. SWAT Team Member
2. Taxi Driver
3. Customer Service in an airport
4. Teacher
5. Waitress
6. Telemarketer
7. Maid/Hotel Room Cleaner
8. Plumber
9. Construction Worker
10. Toll Collecter
11. Animal Control Officer
12. Exterminator
13. Pediatrist
Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Sunday, June 25, 2006
Four Things: A MeMe
Okay, Heather tagged me to do this meme so here goes!
A)Four things you may not know about me:
1. I relate almost anything someone says to either a song or a movie.
2. I used to not like other peoples' feet touching me. I'm not so bad anymore, unless the person has funk feet.
3. My favorite color is red.
4. Tanning in the tanning bed makes me happy.
B) Four movies you would watch over and over:
1. O Brother Where Art Thou
2. Son-In-Law
3. National Treasure
4. The Chronicles of Narnia
C) Four places you have lived:
1. Brown Summit. That's it. Nowhere else.
D) Four TV shows you love to watch:
1. House
2. Boy Meets World
3. Falcon Beach (it's actually pretty good!)
4. Friends
E ) Four places you have been on vacation:
1. Orlando, FL
2. New York, NY
3. Atlanta, GA
4. Boone, NC
F) Websites you visit daily:
1. Yahoo
2. Myspace
3. Facebook
4. Blogger
G) Four of my favorite foods:
1. Key Lime Pie
2. Homemade chocolate pudding (not the jello mess you buy in the store!)
3. Anything mexican
4. Bread, any kind
H ) Four places I would rather be right now:
1. Australia
2. Ireland
3. Cozumel
4. Boone
A)Four things you may not know about me:
1. I relate almost anything someone says to either a song or a movie.
2. I used to not like other peoples' feet touching me. I'm not so bad anymore, unless the person has funk feet.
3. My favorite color is red.
4. Tanning in the tanning bed makes me happy.
B) Four movies you would watch over and over:
1. O Brother Where Art Thou
2. Son-In-Law
3. National Treasure
4. The Chronicles of Narnia
C) Four places you have lived:
1. Brown Summit. That's it. Nowhere else.
D) Four TV shows you love to watch:
1. House
2. Boy Meets World
3. Falcon Beach (it's actually pretty good!)
4. Friends
E ) Four places you have been on vacation:
1. Orlando, FL
2. New York, NY
3. Atlanta, GA
4. Boone, NC
F) Websites you visit daily:
1. Yahoo
2. Myspace
3. Facebook
4. Blogger
G) Four of my favorite foods:
1. Key Lime Pie
2. Homemade chocolate pudding (not the jello mess you buy in the store!)
3. Anything mexican
4. Bread, any kind
H ) Four places I would rather be right now:
1. Australia
2. Ireland
3. Cozumel
4. Boone
Thursday, June 22, 2006
Thursday Thirteen
 |
I know you usually do these types of lists around Thanksgiving or Christmas, but I think you should take time to think about all you're thankful for all year! I'm thankful for: 1. For God's love. Even though I don't deserve anything, He's always there for me. 2. For my parents. They were the ones who taught me about God's love. They're awesome. 3. For my boyfriend Josh. I truely believe he was sent to me by God! 4. For my church family. I have a pastor that loves the Lord and teaches His word and a church family who is always there to encourage, pray with me, or just have fun with. 5. For my health. I have no major problems to my knowledge, and have had no previous incedents. These days, that's rare. 6. For my dog, Tosha. Okay, I know she's just a dog, but she's my baby! 7. For the opportunity to go to UNCG. There are alot of people who would love to go to college but just can't afford it. I'm fortunate. 8. For my house. I dream about alot of houses that are bigger, fancier, etc., but mine is perfectly fine and keeps me safe and warm. 9. For my car. This is a luxury item, but it would be hard for me to imagine life without it. 10. For my job. I keep my cousins children. I get to have the hours I want to work and get to spend alot of time with them, they're adorable! 11. For my freedom. I get to live in a country where I can worship God freely, without fear. 12. For my laptop. Another luxury item, I know, but it gives me a chance to keep in touch with high school friends. 13. For being an only child. Some people don't like it, but I'm glad I'm an only child. I may not be as close to my parents as I am if I had siblings. |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Thursday, June 15, 2006
Thursday Thirteen
 |
I will say that you will probably know my favorite authors after reading this! 1. Halfway to Forever by Karen Kingsbury 2. The Atonement Child by Francine Rivers 3. Ocean's Apart by Karen Kingsbury 4. The entire Redemption Series by Karen Kingsbury 5. The Last Sin Eater by Francine Rivers 6. The Scarlet Thread by Francine Rivers 7. Even Now by Karen Kingsbury 8. A Moment of Weakness by Karen Kingsbury 9. A Time to Dance and A Time to Embrace by Karen Kingsbury 10. Sam's Letters for Jennifer by James Patterson 11. Suzanne's Diary for Nicolas by James Patterson 12. The Wedding by Nicholas Sparks 13. A Thousand Tomorrows by Karen Kingsbury |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Tuesday, June 13, 2006
When I Grow Up, I Wanna Be...
You always hear little kids say this when they're in elementary school, and no matter what they say, they know it's going to happen. They're going to be an airplane pilot or country singer or space ranger. If only we could be that sure when it comes time to choose a career for real.
I have been struggling in deciding on a major in college. I don't want to go into something and waste my time and money if I'm just going to change my mind. I've already gone through architecture and psychology. Neither of the two are for me I've discovered. You know, it's very easy to figure out what you don't want to do. I wish there was some way that was just as easy to decide what you DO want to do.
However, I may be narrowing the field, finally. This is actually something that has always been in the back of my mind: accounting. I've always liked math. I'm good at it and I understand it easily, or at least more so than any other subject. I have recently talked to a few resources and the more I look into it, the better I feel about the idea. There's a demand for accountants, so I know I could get a job, and they make pretty good money. I also found out that in order to get your accounting degree you must take a lot of business management and administration classes. So with an accounting degree I could actually go into several directions.
I have at least two more semesters of general classes but after that a decision MUST be made. I'd like to ask all of you to pray for me as I go through these next semesters that I will know for sure what God's will is for my life.
I have been struggling in deciding on a major in college. I don't want to go into something and waste my time and money if I'm just going to change my mind. I've already gone through architecture and psychology. Neither of the two are for me I've discovered. You know, it's very easy to figure out what you don't want to do. I wish there was some way that was just as easy to decide what you DO want to do.
However, I may be narrowing the field, finally. This is actually something that has always been in the back of my mind: accounting. I've always liked math. I'm good at it and I understand it easily, or at least more so than any other subject. I have recently talked to a few resources and the more I look into it, the better I feel about the idea. There's a demand for accountants, so I know I could get a job, and they make pretty good money. I also found out that in order to get your accounting degree you must take a lot of business management and administration classes. So with an accounting degree I could actually go into several directions.
I have at least two more semesters of general classes but after that a decision MUST be made. I'd like to ask all of you to pray for me as I go through these next semesters that I will know for sure what God's will is for my life.
Thursday, May 25, 2006
Thursday Thirteen!
 |
1. He looks different from the typical pop star. 2. He has a good personality. 3. He has original dance moves. Okay, very original! 4. He's from the south. 5. He has a unique, rough voice. 6. He can sing alot of different styles of music and still make it his own and sound good. 7. He'll wear just about anything he is asked to wear. (i.e. the purple jacket) 8. He is always smiling, even when criticized. 9. He's the first caucasion male to win American Idol. 10. He can do serious and funny and do them outstandingly. 11. He's a good entertainer. 12. He is humble even in Hollywood. 13. I voted for him 60 times and I'm glad I wasn't just wasting my time! |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Thursday, May 18, 2006
Now You Know My ABC's...
Okay, I'm trying to catch up some since it's been a good while since I've blogged. Heather tagged me to do this random MeMe, so I'll use this to get started!
Accent: Southern. Country and southern.
Bible Book that I like: Ecclesiastes, 1 John, Ephesians
Chore I don't care for: Folding laundry, I definately agree with Heather on this one!
Dog or Cat: Dog
Essential Electronics: Cell phone, laptop, some type of music player
Favorite Cologne: Not sure, I know I like the smell of Candie's for men though
Gold or Silver: I like both, but I usually wait until summer when I have a tan for gold
Handbag I Carry Most Often: My burgundy Vera Bradley, I paid enough for it, I'm gonna carry it until it falls apart!
Insomnia: Every now and then, I usually don't have a problem sleeping though. I like sleep.
Job Title: Babysitter? Nanny? Something of that nature
Kids: Definately someday, but not soon. Got to get married first, and I'm not in any rush
Living Arrangements: With my parents and my dog
Most Admirable Trait: I have been told recently that I take a strong stand in my beliefs. I admire people with that trait, so I guess that is one of mine.
Naughtiest Childhood Behavior: Talking back to my parents. I always had to have the last word. I actually cursed at my dad when I was four. I didn't know I was saying a curse word, it was before I had be taught the words to say and the words not to say. I got a good beating. I've never cursed since haha.
Overnight Hospital Stays: I've never had to be in the hospital (knock on wood!)
Quote: "Love is a decision." It's from a series of books by Karen Kingsbury, The Redemption Series
Religion: I'm not religious, really. I'm a Christian. (I agree wholeheartedly with this, Susan and Heather, so I'm keeping it here!)
Siblings: My parents had but one child, ME!
Time I Wake Up: When I keep Raegan and Trace, 6:15. If I'm sleeping in, usually 9 or 9:30
Unusual Talent or Skill: I can't think of any, I guess I'm not unsual haha
Vegetable I Refuse to Eat: Squash, but I love zuccinni. Okay, maybe I am unusual...
Worst Habit: Cracking my knuckles
X-rays: Does the dentist count?
Yummy Stuff I Cook: Key Lime Pie, homemade chocolate pudding, sweet potato casserole
Zoo Animal I Like Most: The polar bears
Accent: Southern. Country and southern.
Bible Book that I like: Ecclesiastes, 1 John, Ephesians
Chore I don't care for: Folding laundry, I definately agree with Heather on this one!
Dog or Cat: Dog
Essential Electronics: Cell phone, laptop, some type of music player
Favorite Cologne: Not sure, I know I like the smell of Candie's for men though
Gold or Silver: I like both, but I usually wait until summer when I have a tan for gold
Handbag I Carry Most Often: My burgundy Vera Bradley, I paid enough for it, I'm gonna carry it until it falls apart!
Insomnia: Every now and then, I usually don't have a problem sleeping though. I like sleep.
Job Title: Babysitter? Nanny? Something of that nature
Kids: Definately someday, but not soon. Got to get married first, and I'm not in any rush
Living Arrangements: With my parents and my dog
Most Admirable Trait: I have been told recently that I take a strong stand in my beliefs. I admire people with that trait, so I guess that is one of mine.
Naughtiest Childhood Behavior: Talking back to my parents. I always had to have the last word. I actually cursed at my dad when I was four. I didn't know I was saying a curse word, it was before I had be taught the words to say and the words not to say. I got a good beating. I've never cursed since haha.
Overnight Hospital Stays: I've never had to be in the hospital (knock on wood!)
Quote: "Love is a decision." It's from a series of books by Karen Kingsbury, The Redemption Series
Religion: I'm not religious, really. I'm a Christian. (I agree wholeheartedly with this, Susan and Heather, so I'm keeping it here!)
Siblings: My parents had but one child, ME!
Time I Wake Up: When I keep Raegan and Trace, 6:15. If I'm sleeping in, usually 9 or 9:30
Unusual Talent or Skill: I can't think of any, I guess I'm not unsual haha
Vegetable I Refuse to Eat: Squash, but I love zuccinni. Okay, maybe I am unusual...
Worst Habit: Cracking my knuckles
X-rays: Does the dentist count?
Yummy Stuff I Cook: Key Lime Pie, homemade chocolate pudding, sweet potato casserole
Zoo Animal I Like Most: The polar bears
Thursday Thirteen
Just an update: my finals are over and I ended up with very good grades! Woohoo! Also, we had a safe trip to and from Florida and had a great time! Thanks for all the prayers. Now here's my Thirteen!
Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
 |
These are not in any specific order! 1. Only Grace by Matthew West 2. Stay by Jeremy Camp 3. Jesus Bring The Rain by MercyMe 4. Consuming Fire by Third Day 5. Long As I Got King Jesus by Brian Free & Assurance with the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir 6. Sing Me To Heaven by Daniel Gawthorp 7. My Jesus by Todd Agnew 8. Midnight Cry by Ivan Parker (preferably performed by my uncle Benny) 9. Praise You In The Storm by Casting Crowns 10. Magnificent Obsession by Steven Curtis Chapman 11. I Know My Redeemer Lives by Nicole C. Mullins 12. Alabaster Box by Hope's Call 13. Praise Anthem by Richard Smallwood and Vision |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Thursday, May 04, 2006
Thursday Thirteen
Okay guys, I've been a bit busy with final exams (pray for me!!!) and getting ready for vacation, but here's my Thursday Thirteen!
Get the Thursday Thirteen code here!
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
|
1. Take my Spanish exam tomorrow 2. Take my Biology exam next Tuesday 3. Finish a paper 4. Get a pedicure (I'm serious) 5. Pack 6. Buy travel sized shampoo, soap, etc. 7. Buy new flip flops 8. Get more batteries for my camera 9. Sell back my Biology book 10. Return my library books 11. Buy new razor blades 12. Go visit a few houses in the Parade Of Homes 13. TAN! |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Thursday, April 27, 2006
Thursday Thirteen
|
1. Rainforest Cafe 2. Planet Hollywood 3. The Mayan Grill 4. Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano 5. 50's Prime Time Cafe 6. Le Cellier Steakhouse 7. The Crystal Palace 8. Tony's Town Square 9. Ghirardelli Soda Fountain 10. Hollywood & Vine 11. L'Originale Alfredo di Roma Ristorante 12. Boulangerie Patisserie 13. Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Ah, The Randomness!
Okay, I was tagged by Heather to do this random MeMe. I have to tell you 6 random things about me that you may or may not know, so here goes!
1. I sometimes turn on my turn signal when going around a curve. I only do this when my mind is elsewhere. I guess God makes me do this to snap me out of my thoughtlessness.
2. I cannot type without looking at the keyboard. I can still type pretty fast, I just have to look down. Most people learn how to type without looking in school, but I never did. Oh well.
3. I never buy the same kind of shampoo that I just finished. When a bottle runs out, I go out and buy a different kind. I heard that different kinds have different nutrients for your hair in them, so if I use the same kind every time, my hair may not be getting something that it needs.
4. I am afraid of fire. I like fireplaces and bon fires, but I don't like lighters or sparklers and I'm terrified of matches. I have never lit a match in my life.
5. I think my ideal job would be an editor for a Christian publishing company. Think about it, I'd get to read books all day long and give my opinion! Either an editor or a food critic. That'd be cool too.
6. I am a very picky eater. VERY picky. My mom picks on me sometimes, but it's really her fault. I get it from my grandpa, who passed it to me through her. I used to think I was the only one in my family that was this picky, but then I learned that a lot of the things I don't like, my grandpa doesn't like them either. I'm not the only one!
Hope you enjoyed!
1. I sometimes turn on my turn signal when going around a curve. I only do this when my mind is elsewhere. I guess God makes me do this to snap me out of my thoughtlessness.
2. I cannot type without looking at the keyboard. I can still type pretty fast, I just have to look down. Most people learn how to type without looking in school, but I never did. Oh well.
3. I never buy the same kind of shampoo that I just finished. When a bottle runs out, I go out and buy a different kind. I heard that different kinds have different nutrients for your hair in them, so if I use the same kind every time, my hair may not be getting something that it needs.
4. I am afraid of fire. I like fireplaces and bon fires, but I don't like lighters or sparklers and I'm terrified of matches. I have never lit a match in my life.
5. I think my ideal job would be an editor for a Christian publishing company. Think about it, I'd get to read books all day long and give my opinion! Either an editor or a food critic. That'd be cool too.
6. I am a very picky eater. VERY picky. My mom picks on me sometimes, but it's really her fault. I get it from my grandpa, who passed it to me through her. I used to think I was the only one in my family that was this picky, but then I learned that a lot of the things I don't like, my grandpa doesn't like them either. I'm not the only one!
Hope you enjoyed!
Tuesday, April 25, 2006
Tu Hablas Espanol?
Well once again I have gotten behind on blogging. I hope you all forgive me and continue reading! I also have a random MeMe that Heather tagged me on, so that will be up tomorrow.
Today, though, I want to tell you all a story. This is a true story that happened moments before I began typing this. I have an oral exam tomorrow in Spanish, in which my professor will ask me 5 questions out of about 15 that she gave us to study for. To study, I wrote the questions on notecards with the corresponding responses on the opposite side. I asked my mother to read the questions randomly to me. I did not realize what I was asking.
My mother knows english. My mother does not know any languages other than english. This means that she's not experienced when it comes to reading another language, even spanish. However, this was a very funny experience. What made it funny wasn't necessarily how she said the words (although this was pretty funny), but it was the look on her face when saying them.
She got tired of studying pretty quickly, and I can understand why. I'm just glad that I have a mom that will take the time to help me with my studying, even if she has no clue what she is saying to me!
Today, though, I want to tell you all a story. This is a true story that happened moments before I began typing this. I have an oral exam tomorrow in Spanish, in which my professor will ask me 5 questions out of about 15 that she gave us to study for. To study, I wrote the questions on notecards with the corresponding responses on the opposite side. I asked my mother to read the questions randomly to me. I did not realize what I was asking.
My mother knows english. My mother does not know any languages other than english. This means that she's not experienced when it comes to reading another language, even spanish. However, this was a very funny experience. What made it funny wasn't necessarily how she said the words (although this was pretty funny), but it was the look on her face when saying them.
She got tired of studying pretty quickly, and I can understand why. I'm just glad that I have a mom that will take the time to help me with my studying, even if she has no clue what she is saying to me!
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Thursday Thirteen
 |
1. "Gosh..." -Napolean Dynamite 2. "I don't know!" -Lucy Pevancy from Chronicles of Narnia 3. "You guys got chickens? I love chickens! Are they extra crispy or original recipe?" -Crawl from Son-In-Law 4. "Love is a decision." -from the book Redemption by Karen Kingsbury 5. "If it wasn't this, it's be something else!" -from Elizabethtown 6. "Walking in the grass feels so fine, don't need shoes in the summertime!" -SpongeBob 7. "I love them pigs, I love them pigs so much! We love them swine (snort snort snort), they is devine (snort snort snort)!" -from Rigoletto 8. "Cows, I hate cows more than I hate coppers!" -from O Brother Where Art Thou 9. "Oh my gosh, Nemo's swimming out to sea!!!" -the buck-toothed fish from Finding Nemo 10. "Look, it's a tall green man with a weird gotee. I'm guessing that's significant. (Begins crying and hugs statue)" -Riley from National Treasure 11. "New York City has no power, and the milk is getting sour, but I do not think it's scary because I stay away from dairy. La la la la la la la..." -Phoebe from Friends, and yes it is a song, but I like it! 12. "I sometimes eat on Saturdays." -from Failure to Launch 13. "Schmidtty!!!" -all of us Balkus people, we said it long before that stupid commercial came out! |
The purpose of the meme is to get to know everyone who participates a little bit better every Thursday. Visiting fellow Thirteeners is encouraged! If you participate, leave the link to your Thirteen in others comments. It’s easy, and fun! Be sure to update your Thirteen with links that are left for you, as well! I will link to everyone who participates and leaves a link to their 13 things. Trackbacks, pings, comment links accepted!
View More Thursday Thirteen Participants
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
