Wednesday, November 30, 2011

OVERRR

As November comes to an end, I am kinda sad that the daily blessings thing is over. :/ I thought it'd be hard to think up 30 different things to be thankful for, but it was pretty easy.

Day 29: I am thankful for sweatpants. Seriously. Who ever thought of them = genius.

Day 30: I am thankful I have 30+ things to be thankful for! 

Monday, November 28, 2011

Cause ya had a bad day

Day 28: I am thankful that my bad days aren't really that bad.


I would consider today a "bad day". I woke up with 10 minutes to get ready, only to realize it was raining and about 40 degrees outside. My rainboots are in Jemison, and my rainjacket was in my trunk. So, I got my rainjacket and realized I had 15 minutes to get to class...so I drove. When I got to class, I proceeded to slip on the floor from my wet tennis shoes, fall on my butt while hitting my head on a desk at the same time. Takes skill, I know. As if that wasn't bad enough, I went to pick up Lakeside to-go and this guy runs into me as I'm leaving. I spilled everything in my carryout plate. I wanted to cry. I went back and got one hot dog and protected it with my life. Vince texted me and invited me over to cheer me up. So, I went over and talked to him, Garin and Zach for a bit. Then, took Vince to class. Just when I thought my day couldn't get worse...tragedy struck again. I was rear-ended while turning onto McFarland Blvd. Awesome. I felt bad because the woman didn't look like she had a lot of money, and luckily, there was no damage to either car. Now, I'm waiting on a pizza, hoping nothing bad happens with that, because I'm starving.


I'm so glad that my bad days consist of petty things like what I said. I spend time complaining when there are other people out there who are seriously having bad days. Like, they have an terminal illness or they are trying to gather their one meal for the day. We take a lot of things for granted, and I pray God humbles me and I start to not take advantage of the things He's blessed me with. I'll leave you with this, "There's a blessing in every situation". Have a great day and pray mine gets a little better! 

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Create

Day 27: I am thankful for creativity and that God blessed me with a little bit of it. How boring would the world be without it? Anddd, so glad God gives me ideas...my Pi babies are gonna have the most ballin' names ever. Any guesses? ;)

Saturday, November 26, 2011

IRON BOWL

Ahhh, my life since my last post has been cray cray! I'll give my "thankful fors" then what's been going on!
Day 23: I am thankful for the Bible. It's been placed on this earth to instruct us how to live and give us direction on what to do when situations arise. It also warns us about what's to come and most importantly, it teaches us for to be saved from Hell! 


Day 24: Since I've already said my family, I am thankful for Vince's family. I hung out with his immediate and some extended family on Thanksgiving Night, and it was really relaxing.


Day 25: I am thankful for my ADX family, the DQ's. They are literally exactly the people I need when I am having a bad day or someone to just talk to. God is in control of everything and He didn't fail when it came to placing me in the most awkward, awesome family! ;)


Day 26: I am thankful for being born and raised an Alabama fan. Kind of low and stuff, but I can't imagine being raised on orange and blue...grosss.


So, my weekend, like I said above, has been absolutely crazy! It started Friday afternoon, Vince, AJ, and  I made our way down to Auburn for the Iron Bowl. We got to Auburn around 5. I'm not gonna lie, there's nothing, I repeat NOTHING, to do there. So, we hit up downtown with our friend Wesley, who lives in Auburn. We ate at Cheeburger, Cheeburger, which b-t-dubs needs to come to Tuscaloosa. We ate til we about popped, then headed back to Wesley's. We hung out there for a little bit with a few other fellow Chilton Countyers (new word),  Zach and Katie, then went over to our friend from church, Matthew's house. He had a bonfire, so we chilled there until I was ready to go to bed. I didn't get much sleep, due to the fact I was on a couch which wasn't comfortable and it was like 50 degrees. But I managed. We all met back about 11 to go to the stadium. We got Subway for lunch and headed to Jordan Hare.


Now, our original plan was just to tailgate and watch the game at the student center or something, unless we came across cheap tickets. AJ found one for $125, and since he's the only Auburn fan of our friends, he naturally bought it. Chase and D already had tickets. That left me, Vince, Katie and Zach. Luckily for us, Vince found a pair on the 50 yard line for $80 each, so we bought them. So, we ended up having a great view of the game, although we were definitely the minority. But that's ok. I had the sweetest old couple beside me who lost their house in the 4/27 tornado. (Pray for them) And, of course, with the good comes the bad. We had an obnoxious couple behind us. The man liked to argue every call made against Auburn and gave his two cents about everything. And his wife, or friend, or whatever she was, was an Indian. Literally, she made indian noises the entire game. 


So, like God has it planned this year, Bama won in a 41-14 victory. It's always a wonderful feeling winning college football's biggest rivalry in the opposing team's stadium. ;) We headed back home after the game, and after a pit stop at Red Robin (YUMMM), I am finally home and about to catch up on much needed sleep. Back to Tuscaloosa tomorrow. :) 
Peace and Blessings! 

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Internet killed the video star.

Day 22: I am thankful for technology. We watched a video in interpersonal communications today that cracked me up and made me thankful for our updated and ever changing technology. It was about before online dating, they had video dating. Not that I want to do either but I'm thankful we have the choice to online instead of video. Here's the video...Who would you pick?

Monday, November 21, 2011

:)


‎"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men" - Colossians 3:23

That's my new encouraging verse! Update...I am ADX's new pledge mom for the Pi and Rho pledge classes :) I'm so excited and am already praying for my new babies! A fellow sister posted the verse above and it applies to the new E-Board positions...we aren't doing it for ourselves, it's for the glory of the Lord, and I pray we keep the right mind as we go into the next 2 semesters. 

Day 19: I am thankful for clean water so I can bathe and drink without getting sick.
Day 20: I am thankful for Sundays, where I can go to church, be in the Word and just relax. :)
Day 21: I am thankful for laughter. How lame and boring would the world be without it?

That is it. Next update will be after Thanksgiving Break so until then, have a safe and happy holidays! And remember what the holiday is all about! :)

Friday, November 18, 2011

ahhh yeahhh

Day 18: I am thankful for second chances and the ability to learn from mistakes  I've always been told you can only see something as a mistake if you admit you were wrong, and you take it as an opportunity to learn and grow as a person. I'm very blessed to be surrounded by people who have faith in me even when I don't have faith in myself and accept me as I am, mistakes and all.


Tonight is Dayglow in Birmingham. And I'm so excited. I'm off to do the rest of my homework so I can enjoy this upcoming weekend stress free. Blessings :)

Thursday, November 17, 2011

God's will and an update!

Ok, busy blog post ahead. Here's days 16 & 17...
Day 16: I am thankful for God's will and plan for my life. Whether it be who I will marry, what career I will go into, or even if I get what position I want on Executive Board for ADX, I know God has a plan. And it doesn't matter what I want, if it's what God wants, and I am willing to trust and follow in His plan for me, it will happen. “It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.” - Psalm 118:8 I truly believe that. If we go around trying to make our own wills and our own plans, it won't work out. God knows what is best for each and every person. And just because it's what we WANT, doesn't mean it's what God wants or thinks we need. Just my thoughts...

Day 17: I am thankful for warmth. Physical and spiritual. The physical, obviously because the weather is FINALLY changing and my fingers are little ice cubes. And spiritual warmth...it's strange to phrase it like that, but I mean, I think of it like that. When I am having a bad day, I can just go to God and I automatically feel this lightness in the air, which I refer to as spiritual warmth. Simply because it feels good and makes me comfortable, and once again, gives me indication that God IS real and does care for me.


Donny recovering in Tampa!
And my update for today is about Donny. (Refer to earlier posts). Donny has made sooooo much progress in the past 2 months! He got out of his coma and was sent to Germany, where he recovered enough to be able to be sent to Baltimore, where he recovered even more. He's currently in Tampa at a Veteran's Hospital. And the coolest, most awesome thing (in my opinion) is that President Barack Obama personally gave Donny a Purple Heart. I got chills knowing one of my friends received the military's highest honor. It's amazing how much progress he's made. From going to "we think he may not survive" to "he'll be back to somewhat normal in 6 months to a year". Unbelievable. And only one reason behind that- God. He is truly looking out for us.

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

back on track!

Day 15: I am thankful for friendship. And along with that, here's some bios for some of my closest friends. I have a long list, so bare with me.
Vince!


My best friend/boyfriend is Vince. I could go on for days and days about how much he means to me and how much better of a person he's made me, but I'll save the mushy stuff ;) Just know he's the best guy I've ever met and helps me grow spiritually and emotionally all the time. Can't ask for a better love.


Now....for my friends back home. 
Kels!

This is Kelsey. She has been my best friend from birth. Well, her birth anyways, since I'm 6 months older. She's super athletic, especially basketball. During high school, we were connected at the hip. We always have weird strange times together. She's transferring to UA next year, and I'm so excited. :)
Jordy and Sky High!


Next is Skyler and Jordan. My partners in crime from middle school til high school. We graduated together and were inseparable. Jordy keeps us not uptight and always is fun. Skyler is the voice of reason in a lot of situations, haha. I love them both dearly and miss them so much.
Now, on to my UA friends/sistas....


The next few pictures are of my wonderful pledge sisters, Megan, Morgan, Julia, Brooke, Madison, Shannon and Tara...they are truly the best pledge class I could have asked for. They always make me laugh, and we always have a good time, no matter what we're doing! I just love them to death and they are definitely some of my best friends!
Pearl and Madi!
Rubs and Sunny!







Moo and Sassy!


Tara!









Ok, now on the to the old ladies...just kidding! But the next three girls are older than me but have made such an impact on my life.

Brooke!

This lovely lady would be Brooke, my big sister in the sorority! She is just like me...except a lot prettier and shorter. Ha, our personalities mesh so well though, furreal. We are very similiar and she's helped me through some pretty tough stuff. I love hanging out with her and I can't wait to get closer and closer. :) I love my big!


Rex and Sam!
Last, but not least would be Sam and Alysa. They are my pledge mom and "auntie". Not only are they really fun to be around, but they are awesome encouragers and great advice givers. They are wonderful role models. And I love them to pieces!  


That's just a little bit of about the precious people in my life! I've had friendships in my life come and go, but I'm pretty positive these are here to stay. I'm constantly reminded how lucky and blessed I am to have such great friendships with these girls and Vince. They are always there to love, trust and confide in. Have a blessed day everyone!














Monday, November 14, 2011

5 missing days :(

Ahhh, I'm so behind on my November blessings!! I've been writing them down, just haven't had time (or motivation) to blog them in detail. So, allow me recap a little on the last 5 days...


Day 10- I am thankful for shoes. I never realized how blessed we are to have shoes to protect our feet from cold/heat/sharp objects. I stepped on a staple and it didn't hurt me thanks to my tennis shoes.


Day 11- I am thankful for late girls nights with my sisters. Even if we're stuffing our faces with pizza and brownies while watching Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and Say Yes to the Dress. And dying our hair with Kool Aid ;)


Day 12- I am thankful for love. Not only the love of my family, friends and boyfriend, (even though those are some of the BEST loves), but the never failing love of our Savior. Love is an amazing thing and I can't imagine going through life without being loved or loving in return. Love makes the world go round.


Day 13- I am thankful for food. We take it for granted. Even if there's "nothing to eat" while staring at a full fridge or pantry shelf. I am blessed with more than enough food, while some people have little to no food at all. 


Day 14- Today, I am thankful for forgiveness and the ability to forgive. The bible says an unforgiving heart and bitterness is like a poisonous root that slowly kills your soul. (Hebrews 12:15) I have a difficult time forgiving but God gives me the strength to forgive. After all, He forgave me for living a rotten dirty sinful life...I'm not better than anyone else, so I should forgive.


Please, blog readers, be praying for me. I have such a stressful week ahead of me. Between papers, speeches, sorority obligations, and a few unspokens, I am one jittery, overwhelmed little girl. But there's nothing I can't do through God. He'll pull me through this week. And with the help of my friends and Vince. I really am so blessed, and I should NEVER forget that. :)

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Encourage!

Day 9: I am thankful for encouragement. 


The reason behind this: I have been thinking about running for pledge mom of ADChi since I pledged. I just think it'd be really fun and I could really impact some girl's life. I kind of put that thought away though, because when talking about that position, nobody really suggested me so I figured I wouldn't be good. So I decided I'd run for secretary instead, since I took over for Rex one day at chapter. Well, I went to talk to Rexy today about secretary and she suggested I should run for pledge mom. Me? Pledge Mom? I got excited at the thought that my old thoughts were actually being suggested. She went on to encourage me that I should run and that other people thought I'd do a good job at it too, and she just built me up with confidence! So, I am now going to run for pledge mom and secretary. I'm kinda nervous though, because I want a little sister. But, if I am pledge mom I'll have like 20 babies and if I'm secretary I'll get a little. I just don't wanna regret the decision I decide to make...

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

November blessings!

November. It's the month of thanksgiving, literally speaking and spiritually to me, ha. So, there's this really awesome thing on facebook going around where everyday in November you put down one thing you're thankful for. Whether big or small, important or goofy. It's all about thankfulness. I'm 8 days behind so I'll briefly do my first 8 days right now :)


November 1- I am thankful for the love of my Lord and Savior. Without Him, I wouldn't be here. Nothing would be possible. And I'd burn in Hell for all eternity. I'm forever grateful and love Him with all my heart.


November 2- I am thankful for my family. They're super supportive and love me despite everything I do. 


November 3- I am thankful for my boyfriend. He teaches me day by day to become a better person and how to love unselfishly. 

November 4- I am thankful for my ADX sisters. They're the best and I have the best time with them.


November 5- I am thankful for being able to go to the University of Alabama and all the academic opportunities I get to encounter to better my career.


November 6- I am thankful for being healthy. 


November 7- I am thankful for my best friends. Kelsey, Skyler (happy bday!) and many others. They keep me sane and I love them.


November 8- I am thankful for the beautiful day God provided today. It's warm but not too hot, and it's WONDERFUL! :)

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Fried oreos and corndogs

Typical college dinner. Corndog and fried oreos. NOM. Haha, anyways here's what's up lately.


Sorry for my weird, random emotional post yesterday. I let my emotions get the best of me sometimes. After I vented on this, lol, I immediately prayed for patience and peace. And just like that, I felt God's arms around me. It's amazing how a simple, perfect prayer in a desperate hour can take effect almost right then. :) God's love is unconditional.


ALSO, I found out Jana Kramer, from One Tree Hill and a singer of a beautiful song called "I Won't Give Up", came to Rick and Bubba yesterday!!! :( Soooo jealousssss.


So, I normally don't brag about people and I don't mean to be cheesy but I HAVE to write about Vince. He just texted me with a situation with one of our mutual friends. There's a bunch of pointless drama going on over something stupid and said friend texted Vince after he said something to her. He gave very good advice to her, and it made me realize how blessed I am to have him as a boyfriend. He is a wonderful person. One of the best people I've ever met. Seriously. He has always known the right thing to say, the best advice, and one of the most holy men I've met. Just thought I'd let y'all know, he's legit. And all mine ;) hehe jkayyy, but seriously, I don't know anybody as great as him. Sure, we get on each other's nerves sometimes, but I mean, conflict happens to everyone. EVERYONE. But, yeah...


Ok, that's all I've got. Sorry for the boredom.... have a blessed rest of the week and ROLL TIDE ROLLLLLL :)

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Grrrrawl

UGHDIAFDSJFJNDALGINDK why do I get so upset so easily?!?!?!?