Ok, so I have been trying to find a job ever since Wednesdays fiasco (refer to two posts prior for details). I hadn't heard anything back from the jobs I applied to but, yesterday I signed into my school e-mail account and had an e-mail about my student account. I had some refund money that was sent to me. Normally I would put this money right back into school but, because of the car problem I am going to keep it. So, my car repairs are paid for. God really does provide, even when you don't think its possible. :)
In other news, I have been finding lots of fun recipes on pintrest. I decided that I was actually going to put my pintrest time to use and make some of these. I started off with this one, I made it for dinner tonight. Nice and light and healthy. I loved it! I bought some bread from the bakery too and ate it with the salad. Ill try to give you more recipes as I make them. I know sometimes its hard to come up with new meals to make.
Hope everyone enjoys their weekend!
Friday, January 27, 2012
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
worrying is like a rocking chair it gives you something to do but gets you no where...
Why do I worry? Why?
Worrying is a natural sin, we realize we have no control so we start freaking out forgetting to realize that God has everything under control.
Today I went to get my jeep inspected. I was crossing my fingers that even though a few things may have been on the line that it would pass and I could have dad fix it when I was home for the next break...ohhh but that would be too easy and wouldn't require much of me "Trusting in the Lord with all my heart..." (Proverbs 3:5)
After the inspection and oil change was completed I found out that I could't pass inspection because I need new break pads, new park break shoes, rear rotors and a new exhaust manifold. *freak. out.* I calmly told the man that I would need some time to think this over and that I would get back to him. He threw out a 'rough' estimate of $400 to fix just the breaks alone. *heart attack* (yes, I'm being a drama queen)
So, I came home and decided to run and take advantage of this nice weather we had today (60 degrees!) On my run I could feel myself tensing up and getting anxious. My chest was heavy and I was having a hard time keeping up with my friend. (ok, half of that is probably because I'm out of shape) anyways...I finally tuned back into what was playing on my iPod. click here to listen I was listening to the words and realized that God can and will take care of my problems.
After my run I was feeling great until I got a phone call. I had met with a family that needed my assistance watching their kids after school everyday while they dealt with a family crisis. I had everything (key word: I, not God) planned out, the amount I would make a week, how I would save it what I would put it towards and BOOM...the family doesn't need me anymore. The kicker of all this? I gave two other job offers up this semester so that my schedule was clear and free for this family.
Here is where the doubt and anxiety kicked in. No money in the bank = no money to afford a bodacious car bill. Dad called me to hear what went down with the car. Of course I just broke down crying because my plan that I had is now destroyed and I have no idea how Im going to pay the bill for the car. Dad reassured me that this is no surprise to God and that He has everything in control. Yes, how true that is but its also easier to say that and hear it than to actually trust that somehow a $500ish check is going to fall in my lap, or during the next Lynchburg rain some dollar bills come plummeting out of the sky.
Shortly after I talked to my dad my cousin Matt texted me and said not to stress because he could find some great deals on parts for me. I wasn't holding on to much because I just know how car parts work: they're more expensive than my wardrobe. Naturally because I was stressed and didn't want to deal with it I got on pintrest...right before my eyes was this quote ""My Child....YOU WORRY TOO MUCH...Ive got this remember? Love God" Wow...so the walls couldn't hold in the tears again. I had a good cry and just convinced myself that God has it all under control.
About an hour went by and my cousin texted me with a price for all the parts... $390. For e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g. (not including labor...which dad always throws in there, but a batch of cookies is a lot cheaper then typical labor prices) Looks like Ill be making a trip to the PA garage...not Monro.
All this to say...here I am worrying about every little detail, allowing it to consume my time. The time that I should be using to study and take quizzes and plan my lesson for youth group. I wasted my time that I could have spent wisely by wallowing in the fact that MY plans aren't working out and Gods plans are. For now, I have learnt my lesson...rest assured my sinful self will need to learn this same one again soon.
In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. Proverbs 16:9
Matthew 6:25-27 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?
Worrying is a natural sin, we realize we have no control so we start freaking out forgetting to realize that God has everything under control.
Today I went to get my jeep inspected. I was crossing my fingers that even though a few things may have been on the line that it would pass and I could have dad fix it when I was home for the next break...ohhh but that would be too easy and wouldn't require much of me "Trusting in the Lord with all my heart..." (Proverbs 3:5)
After the inspection and oil change was completed I found out that I could't pass inspection because I need new break pads, new park break shoes, rear rotors and a new exhaust manifold. *freak. out.* I calmly told the man that I would need some time to think this over and that I would get back to him. He threw out a 'rough' estimate of $400 to fix just the breaks alone. *heart attack* (yes, I'm being a drama queen)
So, I came home and decided to run and take advantage of this nice weather we had today (60 degrees!) On my run I could feel myself tensing up and getting anxious. My chest was heavy and I was having a hard time keeping up with my friend. (ok, half of that is probably because I'm out of shape) anyways...I finally tuned back into what was playing on my iPod. click here to listen I was listening to the words and realized that God can and will take care of my problems.
After my run I was feeling great until I got a phone call. I had met with a family that needed my assistance watching their kids after school everyday while they dealt with a family crisis. I had everything (key word: I, not God) planned out, the amount I would make a week, how I would save it what I would put it towards and BOOM...the family doesn't need me anymore. The kicker of all this? I gave two other job offers up this semester so that my schedule was clear and free for this family.
Here is where the doubt and anxiety kicked in. No money in the bank = no money to afford a bodacious car bill. Dad called me to hear what went down with the car. Of course I just broke down crying because my plan that I had is now destroyed and I have no idea how Im going to pay the bill for the car. Dad reassured me that this is no surprise to God and that He has everything in control. Yes, how true that is but its also easier to say that and hear it than to actually trust that somehow a $500ish check is going to fall in my lap, or during the next Lynchburg rain some dollar bills come plummeting out of the sky.
Shortly after I talked to my dad my cousin Matt texted me and said not to stress because he could find some great deals on parts for me. I wasn't holding on to much because I just know how car parts work: they're more expensive than my wardrobe. Naturally because I was stressed and didn't want to deal with it I got on pintrest...right before my eyes was this quote ""My Child....YOU WORRY TOO MUCH...Ive got this remember? Love God" Wow...so the walls couldn't hold in the tears again. I had a good cry and just convinced myself that God has it all under control.
About an hour went by and my cousin texted me with a price for all the parts... $390. For e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g. (not including labor...which dad always throws in there, but a batch of cookies is a lot cheaper then typical labor prices) Looks like Ill be making a trip to the PA garage...not Monro.
All this to say...here I am worrying about every little detail, allowing it to consume my time. The time that I should be using to study and take quizzes and plan my lesson for youth group. I wasted my time that I could have spent wisely by wallowing in the fact that MY plans aren't working out and Gods plans are. For now, I have learnt my lesson...rest assured my sinful self will need to learn this same one again soon.
In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. Proverbs 16:9
Matthew 6:25-27 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?
Matthew 11:28-30 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you;my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you.Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Luke 12:25 And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you;my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you.Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
Click here!
Take a look at this link and listen to this kids stuff, God really blessed him with the ability to give a message in a unique and clear way.
Take a look at this link and listen to this kids stuff, God really blessed him with the ability to give a message in a unique and clear way.
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Lots to be THANKful for
So, naturally I don't want to study for finals. Im trying to think of constructive things to do besides go out and go shopping. I decided I would share my thanksgiving story. You may have heard it, maybe not. Since this place is sorta like a journal for me I decided it would be good to write the story out while its still fresh. :)
The day started at 6:30 am. I got up along with dad and becca to go run our Turkey Trot. :) On our way to the race Dad mentioned that he had talked to Jeff the night before. He mentioned that he didn't receive the $80 care package that mom sent because the post office was closed until that Monday. I was a little irritated as mom had paid for overnight shipping on MONDAY and as of WEDNESDAY it still wasn't there. We had sent him a can of peas, turkey jerky, a tasteycake pumpkin pie, and some other favorites. We figured he could have his own little dinner while we skyped him as we ate our dinner.
Dad then proceeded to tell me that Jeff found out Wednesday afternoon that he was assigned to a family and had to spend the day with them for Thanksgiving. No big deal right? Thats a nice thing for them to do...WRONG. Jeff either had to wear Khakis with a white button down shirt, or his dress blues. Here is where the problem lies. Jeff didn't have khakis and it was too late to go out and get some, so he was going to have to wear his dress blues, which he looks stunning in. However, they are extremely uncomfortable.
He had to be at a bus station at 7 am where he would meet his family and then spend the day with them. All I could think of was how I knew Jeff wanted to watch the football game and how I'm sure that his dress blues would not be comfortable to sit around in all day. I kept reminding myself that this was his choice and that he's a big boy Marine. He can do it...I mean really if he can run miles in a heat index of 110 he can sit in a comfy house with uncomfy clothes on. This didn't really help the fact that it was going to be weird not to have him sitting there with us at the table. I was also upset that this wasn't the first time the military messed something up for him. Im proud of Jeff and I am thankful for the military personnel and for ALL they have done for my freedom...but sometimes they just aren't organized.
Anyways, I pushed all thoughts out of my mind and ran the race. We had a ton of fun, Becca filled in for my friend who was originally going to run but at the last minute couldn't. I beat my last time (*cough and dad cough*, dad beat my first 5k race time, and Becca finished...which was her goal. :)
After the race we rushed home to get some of moms sticky-buns and tell her how we did. Shortly after we got home Dad and Chris left for Shenk Park for the annual Turkey Football game with church friends. Little did we know, Jeffs good friend Tyler had picked Jeff up from the Harrisburg airport and brought him to the field. Jeff got ahold of the football and yelled for Dad to catch, dad thought it was Chris and then did a double take. Chris was pretty surprised as well. After the game they went and picked up Jeffs car from the shop near the park.
I went upstairs and got a shower, while I was in there I just started thinking of Jeff and how he could potentially have a miserable day. I started crying and prayed that God will help him to have a relaxing day and that he would know that even though he couldn't be with us in real person or on Skype that he would know that he is loved and we are thankful for his service.
I came downstairs and joined Rachel and Mom in the kitchen doing homework/talking/making dinner. We saw my car pull in and new it was time to sit and listen to all of Dads awesome plays and whatnot. :) Chris walked in the door followed by my cousin Matt, Chris had my camera at the field and had it out of the case as he walked in. I thought he had some awesome pictures to show me. I then see dad walk in with a backpack, I kinda looked at it wondering why he had it with him, and then it hit me at the same time I looked up at the man in the doorway that it was Jeffs backpack. Chris captured the whole thing.
Mom screamed, embraced him, and started crying.
I was a bit shocked.
This will be a moment my family will forever make fun
of me for, as I blurted out while crying that I was "mad at him
because I just wasted time in the shower crying over him" I think
I punched him in the shoulder too...oops. haha
He forgave the punch and gave me the best hug ever!
Becca was in the background yelling that she wanted
a turn as she hadn't seen him since August. :) She got her hug
while the rest of us finished crying and shook as the adrenaline
took its course.
Forget shopping all day for Black Friday. Hiking,
laughing and making "asian" memories (inside joke) with your
siblings lasts longer than any TV on sale for $199. :) <3
The day started at 6:30 am. I got up along with dad and becca to go run our Turkey Trot. :) On our way to the race Dad mentioned that he had talked to Jeff the night before. He mentioned that he didn't receive the $80 care package that mom sent because the post office was closed until that Monday. I was a little irritated as mom had paid for overnight shipping on MONDAY and as of WEDNESDAY it still wasn't there. We had sent him a can of peas, turkey jerky, a tasteycake pumpkin pie, and some other favorites. We figured he could have his own little dinner while we skyped him as we ate our dinner.
Dad then proceeded to tell me that Jeff found out Wednesday afternoon that he was assigned to a family and had to spend the day with them for Thanksgiving. No big deal right? Thats a nice thing for them to do...WRONG. Jeff either had to wear Khakis with a white button down shirt, or his dress blues. Here is where the problem lies. Jeff didn't have khakis and it was too late to go out and get some, so he was going to have to wear his dress blues, which he looks stunning in. However, they are extremely uncomfortable.
He had to be at a bus station at 7 am where he would meet his family and then spend the day with them. All I could think of was how I knew Jeff wanted to watch the football game and how I'm sure that his dress blues would not be comfortable to sit around in all day. I kept reminding myself that this was his choice and that he's a big boy Marine. He can do it...I mean really if he can run miles in a heat index of 110 he can sit in a comfy house with uncomfy clothes on. This didn't really help the fact that it was going to be weird not to have him sitting there with us at the table. I was also upset that this wasn't the first time the military messed something up for him. Im proud of Jeff and I am thankful for the military personnel and for ALL they have done for my freedom...but sometimes they just aren't organized.
Anyways, I pushed all thoughts out of my mind and ran the race. We had a ton of fun, Becca filled in for my friend who was originally going to run but at the last minute couldn't. I beat my last time (*cough and dad cough*, dad beat my first 5k race time, and Becca finished...which was her goal. :)
I went upstairs and got a shower, while I was in there I just started thinking of Jeff and how he could potentially have a miserable day. I started crying and prayed that God will help him to have a relaxing day and that he would know that even though he couldn't be with us in real person or on Skype that he would know that he is loved and we are thankful for his service.
I came downstairs and joined Rachel and Mom in the kitchen doing homework/talking/making dinner. We saw my car pull in and new it was time to sit and listen to all of Dads awesome plays and whatnot. :) Chris walked in the door followed by my cousin Matt, Chris had my camera at the field and had it out of the case as he walked in. I thought he had some awesome pictures to show me. I then see dad walk in with a backpack, I kinda looked at it wondering why he had it with him, and then it hit me at the same time I looked up at the man in the doorway that it was Jeffs backpack. Chris captured the whole thing.
Mom screamed, embraced him, and started crying.
I was a bit shocked.
This will be a moment my family will forever make fun
of me for, as I blurted out while crying that I was "mad at him
because I just wasted time in the shower crying over him" I think
I punched him in the shoulder too...oops. haha
He forgave the punch and gave me the best hug ever!
Becca was in the background yelling that she wanted
a turn as she hadn't seen him since August. :) She got her hug
while the rest of us finished crying and shook as the adrenaline
took its course.
Forget shopping all day for Black Friday. Hiking,
laughing and making "asian" memories (inside joke) with your
siblings lasts longer than any TV on sale for $199. :) <3
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
I suppose I should spice this up, but I don't have a lot of time. So, I just want to encourage all who read this and have finals to hang in there and to finish strong. :)
Im sure a lot of you have seen this, but it never hurts to hear it again. :)
CLICK HERE! :)
"Now finish the work, so that your eager willingness to do it may be matched by your completion of it." 2 Corinthians 8:11
Im sure a lot of you have seen this, but it never hurts to hear it again. :)
CLICK HERE! :)
"Now finish the work, so that your eager willingness to do it may be matched by your completion of it." 2 Corinthians 8:11
Sunday, November 6, 2011
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