Clothes





These are the Jeans and dress I bought at Macy's. Sorry I made them sideways.

What is my deal?

Kind of emotional right now because I am leaving tommorrow morning to go to Kansas city for Aquire the Fire. Actually Hannah, Mom, Lydia, Josiah, Kalyn, and I going so you might be asking why I am feeling this way. Well, I guess it is because I am a "home sweet home" sort of person. Anyways, I know it will be fun so I am not going to worry about missing my bed or anything. I always think to myself that when I finally move out of this house I am probably going to have an emotional breakdown. I mean even when I am going somewhere for one night, I cry myself to sleep because I miss my family and want to go home. I know it's crazy, but people who know me can relate. My brother Lucas, to the right, actually has a joke about me that I sit home and stuff bears all the time. He is referring to how much I stay at home and how I always claim I have so much to do when I am always just making excuses to stay home. Yes, I will accept your prayers. I AM CRAZY!!!!

Feelings of accomplishment

Today was a fulfilling day. I thought it would be a day that I would get nothing done. But, no! On the contrary! I actually accomplished quite a bit. I did my school, worked at Dad's office, and caught some amazing sales at Macy's tonight, which is the main reason for this blog post. It was their one day sale today and I happened upon it at the perfect time. I bought a pair of darker grey or blackish jeans for $4.99, another pair of really nice jeans for $10.00, and a really cute dress to wear with my skinny jeans for $4.99. However, what was really amazing today, was that I actually got up almost on time this morning. I have really been kind of lazy lately so it really was a thrill for me.

My brother and sister

                             This is Lucas -  my older brother, Hannah - my younger sister, and Me (on the right). I put this picture on my blog (sorry it is small) just to say how amazing my brother and sister are. Lucas is an incredible runner, even though he won't admit it. Actually, he has a race today at 1:55. I am confident God is using his running to pave the way for him to share the gospel with those around him.

Hannah is one of those people that is always positive. She always finds the good out of life. It is truly amazing to see how even when she goes through some hard things, it doesn't keep her down. Also, she loves people. At DC cafe(which is a meal we serve and small worship service we have at our church on Saturday nights) she is always ready to love the unlovable, just like Jesus.

                      This is kind of funny. Needless to say, I didn't know this would make youtube.

Old pics

 

 I like how my hair is in this picture. However, this picture is a little old considering Adam and Ryan aren't in it and I have braces on.

Random

Creepy! I am looking above the camera.(I was board and sweaty and nasty after reality)

First day of Upward (Crazy!)

Since Mom is gone every weekend at Acquire the Fire, it is all up to Dad and I (and a few grandparents) to transport the kids to Upward games. Lets just say that my day starts slightly earlier than what I would like on Saturdays. I stayed in my bed as long as possible. Long enough that Hannah came in my room begging me to turn my alarm off. I have a bad habit of letting it go off for a really long time instead of just pressing the off button or getting up. I am afraid every Saturday is going to be like this. Oh well! There is always something going on and it normally calms down by 4:00. After the Upward craziness, there was DC cafe tonight. It went quite well and we had about 65 people. At least 30 of those were kids without adults. It was a little hectic, but fun.
How has your day gone? Was it fun, sad, crazy?     I would love for you to share your story below!

Chaos

So, it has been kind of hectic lately in my life. I went to the dermatologist yesterday about the rash I had developed from using squaric acid on my outbreak of warts. The news they gave my mother and I was kind of shocking. They said I am allergic to the medicine I had used (that part isn't that shocking it was what they said next). Then they said the only thing I can do to make them go away is laser treatment. That would mean lots of money and multiple trips to St. Louis since that is the closest place they have this sort of treatment. I would possibly have to go every week or every other week. Well, lets just say mom isn't quite ready to revert to laser treatment. Were probably going to get a second opinion from another doctor in town. Just pray we can figure all this out.

Hives

So, I have been treating an outbreak of warts on my hands with this squaric acid stuff(as nasty as it sounds, you shouldn't laugh because it isn't funny) and a couple days ago I had a pretty big patch of hives on my arm. However, today my chin was itching and I asked Tara, my sister-in-law, what was on my neck. She said it was a rash and I said, "Oh no". Of course after that It started spreading to the other side of my neck and small patches moved on to my legs.  Don't really know if I want to take benedryl or not. Unfortunately it is not the no-drowsy kind. So, If I wait to use it and end up needing it tommorrow, I may fall asleep. But, I don't know if it is serious enough to use it tonight. What should I do?

Just Wait

What is it you want from my life? I am so confused right now. Jesus, can you please give me your heart. Show me where to go. I am desperate for You!! I surrendor!

Often I hear myself thinking, saying, and feeling a modified version of these words from the depths of my heart. Every time I sit down to write in my journal, this is what appears on the paper. Lots of times He tells me I am right where I need to be and to just relax. But, right now I feel Him saying, "Just wait". What does this mean? Maybe He is teaching me patience. Whatever lesson I need to learn right now, I pray I will accept it with all of my heart.

Action packed day

Quite a day! School in the morning until my piano lesson at 1:00. Then, off to work for dad.(I work as one of his secretaries two days a week). I got ready for Reality at about 5:30 and zipped off. (Because I was late). Afterwards, Matthew bought Hannah, Micah, and I a mcflurry at Mcdonalds. That made my day. I came home, exercised, ate my ice cream, and enjoyed shopping on amazon. Overall my day has been pretty amazing. Now I am going to go to bed and maybe wake up to falling snow.
    Tell me how your day has gone below. I hope it was as good as mine!

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My Day

So, this has been a wonderful day. I went to Church this morning and heard a great message from my very own mother on leaving a Godly legacy. Afterwards, I went to Grandma and Grandads house to eat some food and then enjoyed a wonderful nap. Gram and Grandad came over tonight, just for fun. We had a taco meal and enjoyed a family friendly movie. I am looking forward to no school tommorrow and a day of resting (and probably some work). How has your day gone?

Notice

Just so my followers know, this is my last blog post for 2 weeks. I am going on a internet fast at midnight tonight. I may have a lot to catch up on then, so you can come back for updates on the 17th or 18th. I will talk to you then!