I think in the last few birthdays I've somewhat shocked that I've made it to another year. I was walking to school and I realized that I'm actually 21 - I almost stopped walking with that weighty realization. I sometimes wonder what the difference really is. It really is just another day, not so different from yesterday. I certainly don't feel 21 ( Read more... )

New York, New York
New York was great - albeit hugely exhausting, also hugely fun.
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Didn't know if you guys would be affected, but if you've had a Dell computer shipped to you between April 2004, and July 18th of this year then you might be.  Apparently some of those batteries have a peculiar tendency to overheat and burst into flames.  You can get more information with this link:

https://www.dellbatteryprogram.com/Default.aspx

Just a quick post to let you all know that I'm home safely.  TheLord, who is always faithful, truly prepared our way and went before uswherever we went.  Never has it been more clear that God is the sametoday as He was when He parted the Red Sea and delivered the Israelites.  All for one purpose only - to glorify His holy name.

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Today has been absolutely incredible.  I think it's really beenconfirmation that I truly am following God's call.  And while I knew itbefore, today I konw it witheverything that's in me.  There's been the usual excitement before along-anticipated trip, that punchy/chipper/awake-ness that precedessnowboarding adventures and other such enjoyments, ( Read more... )

Florida was awesome, surfing was awesome, family was even awesome. hahaha

I have now hopped on the xanga bandwagon..although I maintain that it's not peer pressure if it's family hahahaah

http://xanga.com/MakeAJoyfulNOIISE

now for alpine!

You're at your very stupidest when you're drunk. So if you're already an idiot, the tip would be don't get drunk.

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Lessons learned:

-Really good praise brings forth an amazing release
-My first impressions - surprise surprise - can occasionally be wrong
-Don't leave my hat unattended
-Expect the Unexpected
-Silver Diner does not equal good food
-Insecurity is really hard.

So all in all, an educational night. For the most part, a really good night and much

I find it difficult to hold on to my sanity. Fortunately I know who holds me when I'm forced to let go.