Not The Best Day Of My Life

It began ok, but as time went on, it got worse. I went to speech class at 12:00 P.M., and my instructor was not being fair at all. Our next speeches are due very soon, and they are supposed to be persuasive.  But today in class she started going off on this tangent (pretty much threatening people) that if anyone uses a speech about abortion or anything "Problematic" in her terms, then we had better have some VERY convincing proof. She said this many times to the point where I wanted to raise my hand and say, "Teacher, I shouldn't have to cater to what you believe is right, that is not what a persuasive speech is!" I decided that it wouldn't do any good, so I just remained silent, inwardly laughing and arguing over her deragatory attitude. I know she needs Jesus, and my heart aches for the pain and suffering she will one day endure for the way she has openly accused and blasphemed Jesus Christ. All I want to do is find a way to bring life into my class, but every time I try, I get shot down. That is not the way it is supposed to be. I have already decided that I will not remain silent and watch America crumble. I don't care what it takes; I am determined to do my part! The only thing is that my flesh gets involved very easily. I know the battle is not against flesh and blood, but against principalities of this dark world.
Jesus, help me be a witness to You! I need Your strength. I know you see my heart!

He is my refuge

You have been my healer, my redeemer, and my refuge. You are my shepherd and strength. You never neglect me. I will trust You until the day I die, and I get to meet you face to face. I can't wait until I can crawl onto your lap, and you wipe away all of the tears from my eyes. I know you truly love me. I know because you have never left me. At the moment of my despair, You were by my side, holding me up. I felt your presence. I felt your touch. I am convinced that you are all I need.

Finally Done!!!!

I am finally done with an assignment that is due Thursday. I am completely worn out and ready for my bed. My assignment is to turn in 15 notecards for an 8 page paper that is due sometime in November. The good news is that I have already done my research for the topic and pretty much just have to write the paper now. I thought ahead and decided to give a speech on the same topic so that I'd only have to do the research once. Has anyone else had a completely draining day, or even last couple of hours? Tell me your story below! I would love to hear about it.

I Love You, Dad!

What word can best describe someone who is loving, kind, gentle, and encouraging more than “Dad” can. Maybe others are different, but my dad was there when I fell down and scraped my knee. He was there when late at night I would try to understand my math homework to no avail. With his trusty coin box, we stayed up counting money for hours. It was in those times spent with dad that has made me the way I am today. I will never forget the sacrifices he has made for me. Those late night kohl’s shopping trips when he would spend a few dollars to buy me something special when I know the money could go to something way more important. But, to him, his daughter was the “Important”. I can never ask for something or someone better than my very own dad. I love you, Dad!

Senior Photo Shoot



The boys loaded the piano on my brother's truck

The First Shot

One of my favorites!

I am standing on top of the piano here

Sitting on the keys

This was fun!

I loved this one!

Profile pic

Very unique

I tried so hard to be serious!

A very cool shot

I think this one shows my personality!

I loved this one! My cousin did great at editing it.

I love the black and white!

It was a stretch for me to put my hair up, but it looks cute.

The trusty piano

My brother edited this one

My sister did a great job taking this one

The smelling flower pose

It was so exhilarating to have the piano in the field

Fun! Fun! Fun!

(More to come later!)

He's My Son - Mark Schultz

Last Friday, Dad, Hannah, and I were able to go to a Mark Schultz concert in Marion, Illinois. I was so excited because it was the first time I had ever gotten to see him in concert. He performed one of my favorite songs - He's My Son.

Ray Comfort - New Video

A few minutes ago I watched this video and was amazed at how Ray Comfort persuaded these people to believe abortion is wrong. It is a little long, but you will feel like it went by in 5 minutes.

What is love?

One can only believe that love is not just chance, or an awakening of the senses. It can be. However, it is a power that is much deeper than feeling. It is an everlasting love. One of hope, care, and great strength. Without love where would we be? I can only believe that I will one day know the love that I have spoken of.