Thursday, October 30, 2008

weekend trip

So this weekend I am going with my next-door neighbors (Mindy, Mike, Lauren and Alyssa) to Wilmington.
Tomorrow night I will be trick-or-treating with them....and then I will spend the night at their house. And Saturday morning between 6:30 and 7 am we are hitting the road....planning to be in Wilmington by 10:30. We are staying at Mindy's cousins house for the night, we will be back Sunday evening. All day Saturday we will be with Mindy's family....and Sunday too.
An eventful weekend ahead....full of fun activities planned. I will write more once I return....
Have a great weekend, Happy Halloween!
Mom, I love you!

Megan

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

a night off

I was supposed to have been babysitting at church tonight for the kids who's parents are in choir (I'm the choir childcare person)...however, no one needed me. It is somewhat of a relief as much as I needed the money....I needed a night to simply get stuff done. And relax. I have a busy weekend ahead and lots of things to do that need to be turned into teachers on Monday. I now feel very accomplished....having completed many tasks.

Only 13 days until the SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE tour!! 2 weeks from today. Whoo hoo! That will be a night to remember.

One thing that I haven't had time for lately is reading. I love to read, but I have been so busy lately that I haven't had a chance. I try to read at night, but by the time I am in bed after a busy day, I am too exhuasted to focus and I am normally sound asleep in 10 minutes.

I hope you all have had a wonderful Wednesday. And I hope that you have a thrilling Thursday tomorrow. I will write before this week is up, have a good one.
Megan

Monday, October 27, 2008

inspiration part 2

These people are MY definiton of an inspiration and a hero. I love you all....forever.

Jesus- He is my Savior, my Rock, my Salvation, and my friend. I look forward to the day I will meet Him in heaven, but I cherish the time I have on Earth, to worship Him. He has given me countless blessings and miracles. On May 22, 2005, I asked Him into my heart, I committed my life to praising Him, and on August 14, 2005, I was baptized. Ever since that day my life has not been the same. I haven’t been the same person I once was, I went from an ordinary kid, to a kid who loves and worships Jesus Christ with all her heart.

My Mom- My Mom has always been there for me. She gives me a shoulder to lean on, and gives me the assurance that I often need. She has taught me to follow my dreams and do what makes me happy. She will always be my best friend. My Mom is my greatest role model and my greatest inspiration. I hope I can one day be the Mom that she is today. I love you forever.

My Dad- This guy is the greatest dad ever. I wouldn't trade him for the world. He supports my family, and gives me the reassurance that everything will be ok. He inspires me to be optimistic and to never give up. He does so much for me and my family, for that I am forever grateful. I love you forever.

My parents are the two people who introduced me to my Savior. They are the ones who drive me place to place. They are the ones who put up with my horrible attitude at times. And the two people who will always love me unconditionally. I am forever indebted to them.

My sister Sandi- She is my best friend to the end. She has always been there for me. I love hanging out with her, she is such a good person. We have shared so many good times together. Ever since day one, she has always been there for me, always been my back bone, and most of all a role model to me. She is the best sister a girl could ever have. I love you forever.

My brother, Matt- We may not get along all the time, but Matt always stands up for his little sister. I know that he will always look out for me. He knows how to make me laugh. He is the best brother in the world. Fun to hang out with, crazy personality, and just a fun-loving guy whom I adore. I love you forever.

My dog, Buddy- My greatest reminder of unconditional love. He is a light in my life. I love you forever, boy :)

My Mawmaw- This woman has been through so much, and no matter the circumstance always relied on God. She has had such an amazing life and is the sweetest and strongest person I know. She loves Jesus with all her heart and is the greatest. I love you forever.

My Pawpaw- For coming such a long way, and always trying to put a smile on my face. And for taking such good care of my Grandma. I love you forever.

My aunt, Terri- She is such an inspiration to me. She has a great love for her Savior, and worships Him like no other. We email each other every day, watch TV shows together through the internet, pray for each other, and most importantly love one another. She is not only an aunt, but my best friend. I love you forever.

Katy MacIvor, my best friend- we have known each other since Kindergarten. And have grown so close over the years. We talk about everything and she has always been there for me. We hang out all the time, and finish each other’s sentences, we are almost like sisters. The day our parents let us, we will definitely be going on a beach trip together :] Haha. I love you forever.

Kasey Hayes- As known as Kasey Tasty. Kasey is such a fun, energetic person who has always been loyal to me. I know I can count on her!!! Thank you for the good times and the many inside jokes we share with each other. I love you forever.

Bryanna Diaferia- The craziest friend I have...she is awesome, and always cheers me up when needed. I am soooo glad we have classes together! I love you forever.

Kelsi Bell- Words can’t express how much I will miss you my freshman year and the years to come. In the short time we have known each other, we have gotten so close. You have not only been a friend, but a best friend. We may be going on different paths, but you will always be my friend. This is just the beginning of the friendship we will share, near or far. I love you forever.

These are the people who have made the most impact on my life. They are the BEST!! I love you all.

smile



Today is Monday, my least favorite day of the week. I started my day exhausted and completely not looking forward to this week at all. Then my attitude changed....and I reminded myself that I have it pretty easy and that I shouldn't waste a day with a sorry attitude. I am so happy, and am soooooo excited for many things ahead (which I mentioned in my last blog.) I have these Mondays where its hard to leave the relaxing weekend for a week of crazy, hectic, exhausting school....but it's life. And instead of being a sour puss....I'm gonna be the happiest thing you've ever seen. This weeks gonna be good....nothings stopping me from putting a smile on my face.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

weekend replay


Saturday was a great day. It was a day of family, fellowship, and love. We celebrated my Dad's birthday, and had a great time. My grandparents and my aunt came over and we had cake and he opened presents. Then we went out to dinner at Chilli's, it was just a wonderful day.


Today, Matt, his friend, and I went to Elevation (the best church ever!) They started their new series called The Real Change Campaign. With the election and with the economy crisis, Pastor Steven is talking about how what we really need in this society is Jesus. HE is our hope....not Obama or McCain; Palin or Biden. Pastor Steven announced that they signed a lease for a space in Matthews that will take over the Butler campus....they will begin moving things in-August 2009. How Great is our God!!


This weekend has been a blessing. And there are so many things that I am looking forward to...

Next weekend I may be going to the coast with my neighbors....they are not sure yet, but they have invited me to go if they do go.

Then, November 12th, me and my aunt (the best person ever!) go to the So You Think You Can Dance show. The top 10 will be performing from this last season. And 7:30 pm Terri and I will be there! I am sooooo excited. I can't wait! Only 16 days til then!


There is a video I would like you all to see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGPN2Z-bgS0 Sing Sing Sing, by Chris Tomlin. Enjoy!


Remember each and every day....Live life to the fullest!


Well, have a good one.

Megan

Saturday, October 25, 2008

happy birthday


Happy Birthday to you.
Happy Birthday to you.
Happy Birthday dear Dad.
Happy Birthday to you!
I love you Dad. Thank you for all that you do in my life. I love you!
Megan

Friday, October 24, 2008

fabulous friday!


There is a song by Brad Paisley, called Letter to Me.
It talks about being 17 years old, how it's hard to see past Friday night. Although, I am not 17, I'm not far from it. Friday is the day I look forward to most. It is a blessing in disguise....after five straight days of going to school from 8am-3pm and having homework and other activities....it gets old. And those two days to relax are my favorite days of every week!
Tomorrow is my Dad's birthday, we are having a little celebration, with my grandparents and great aunt. It will be a great day. Happy Birthday Daddy!
Sunday, I WILL be going to church, I missed it last week (slept too late!), and from listening to Pastor Steven's sermon (elevationchurch.org) online, I really missed out on a great church service. I just love it. I don't think I have ever looked forward to church as much as I do now. What a blessing!
Have a wonderful weekend.
Megan

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

terrific tuesday and wicked wednesday


My Tuesday was great. Everything was normal and good.


And today (Wednesday) I'm not feeling so good, needless to say being a girl sure does suck sometimes! Haha. Not going into any details. Hoping tomorrow will be a better day--I'm on tylenol every 4 hours, like clockwork!


I am definitely looking forward to the weekend. Can it get here any faster?

Monday, October 20, 2008

monotonous monday


I woke up close to 7...with very little time to get myself ready for school.
I did not want to leave my warm, cozy bed. However, I knew I had no other choice.
I got up, got ready and started my day with a smile on my face.

Other than a few things, my day was great. I hope this week will go by quickly. I am already ready for the weekend!


Sunday, October 19, 2008

inspiration part 1

In the dictionary, inspiration is defined as an inspiring or animating action or influence; something inspired, as an idea; a result of inspired activity; a thing or person that inspires; a divine influence directly and immediately exerted upon the mind or soul; the divine quality of the writings or words of a person so influenced; the act of inspiring; quality or state of being inspired.
You may be wondering why I would be talking about inspiration. Well, inspiration is a very important thing. Without inspiration, I don't know where I would be. People and things inspire me to do a certain thing, and be a certain person.
There are certain people in my life who have inspired me to no end. My family has been my back bone. They are my rock, and my everything. They have inspired me to be the person I am today. Without them, I would be no one. They are my heart and they make me whole.
My friends, my family of choice. They give me a reason to smile, and inspire me to be who I am.
These things inspire me. They are my inspiration. What inspires you?

Friday, October 17, 2008

my peaceful weekend so far

Friday:
8 AM-2:55 PM: School
7-11:30 PM: Babysitting sorta/hanging out with my neighbors
12:30 AM-10:30 AM: sleep :) I slept with my mom, my dad and brother were in SC for the night and following day.

Saturday
10:30 AM: I rolled out of bed, took my shower.
11-12 AM: Watched 90210 on tv.
12-12:45 PM: Straightened my hair.
12:45-2:30 PM: Ate lunch/watched tv with my mom and sister
2:45-4 PM: Went to my neighbors, held baby Aly, etc.
4-5 PM: Watched more tv (no sports!!-Dad and bro out for the day)
5-5:30 PM: Freshened up, got ready.
6-8 PM: Celebrate Life party @ church for Cheryl (breast cancer survivor)
Also babysat Noah at church during that time.
8:30-now: snuggled under a blanket on the coach; tv, computer, ipod. Fun stuff.

It has been just peaceful. Busy in a way, but great. I am looking forward to sleep.....this day has worn me out. Looking forward to church tomorrow.

I have yet to write something with meaning....hmm....that is still to come!
Have a good one,
Megan

Thursday, October 16, 2008

movie review


Nights in Rodanthe

My sister and I went to see this movie a few weeks ago. I highly recommend it. It was such a good movie full of all sorts of emotions. I plan to read the book by Nicholas Sparks soon....can't wait. It is the perfect chick-flick!

crazy crazy

This week has been just crazy!! Thank God tomorrow is Friday...otherwise, I might just go insane.
I feel like this week has just run all into one day.

Last night I babysat at church. It went MUCH better than the past few weeks! I am very happy to report that....I am hoping that the weeks to come will be just as good.

I haven't really gotten to sit down and write deeper thoughts lately and my mind still can't seem to sit still....so that will have to be another time.


Have a great night, Grey's Anatomy comes on at 9 pm! Whoo.
Megan

Saturday, October 11, 2008

my weekend

I have had a great weekend.

Friday night, I stayed home with my Mom and Dad and watched the movie What Happens in Vegas. Then I went to bed early, by Friday night I'm wiped.

Saturday, I went with my neighbor Lauren and her Mom, Stepdad, Dad, Grandma, and little baby sister Aly and my sister, Sandi and her boyfriend, Alex to the Lake Park festival. We had a great time...it was really a lot of fun. After that I went home and ate dinner with my family. Then went back and goofed off with Lauren and her dad (who was visiting for the weekend) we had a silly string fight...that ended with Lauren's Grandma picking silly string out of me and Lauren's hair! Needless to say, their back yard/patio area is literally covered with it! It was so much fun....I felt like a kid again.

Today we went to Elevation....it was great. I just loveeeeee it there.

Off to bed, I will write more later!

Megan

Thursday, October 9, 2008

why did I watch that?

So....we just finished watching Prom Night. My question to myself is: why did I watch that?

I don't do well with scary movies....at all. I got scared in a recent episode of One Tree Hill....does that tell you anything?

I can't watch anything that is at all suspenseful. It stays in my brain and I just freak out.



So my conclusion tonight is that I'm a scaredy cat.

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

aahhh choo!

Lovely day today, isn't it? Cloudy, possible rain. And to top it off, I'm not feeling myself. That scratchy throat and stuffy head didn't go away...I came home early from school today.

I woke up at 6:50 this morning (later than normal) and then I got dressed, fixed my hair, brushed my teeth, applied no makeup to my face whatsoever, and off to school I went--not feeling good at all.
I stayed through 1st block, and came home within the first 15 minutes of 2nd block.
1st block is PE, so we ran two laps around the track (she [my PE teacher] apparently gave us a little break, ha- yeah right....I guess two laps is better than three or four?) and then we played soccer...or more like stood around and acted like we were participating. It felt really good to come home, and lay down. I'm hoping this cold will go away soon.

I am babysitting tonight at church....I plan to stay as far away from the kids as possible--and believe me my hands don't go un-washed (I carry around hand sanitizer in my purse...yeah I know, weird.) I babysit 4 well-behaved, crazy kids. Ages: 4, 5, 6, and 8. They have their moments, but it's fun.

Last night, 90210 was gurrreat (frosted flakes, they're more than good they're great!) It's getting good.

Grey's Anatomy tomorrow night, and my sista comes home :) Fun fun.

Well, gonna go rest, and possibly go to Walmart. Have a great night!
Megan

Also, check this out. David Archuleta's video for his new single Crush!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yff9nCctMkg

Monday, October 6, 2008

a whole-bunch-a-nothin'!

I have had a great day, it was nice getting to sleep in and just relax...if only everyday was like that!

The only downfall is that I am starting to get the stuffy head, scratchy throat. Ick! I was hoping to avoid this....I guess that is nearly impossible when everyone around you feels the same way.
I am planning to be in bed by 9 tonight, that must be a symbol of how bad I feel.

90210 comes on tomorrow night....new episode. Grey's Anatomy comes on Thursday night. Good tv shows this week--whoo hoo!

I'm sure I will post in the next few days....this sure was a whole-bunch-a-nothin'!


Have a good one,
Megan

Sunday, October 5, 2008

favorite tv shows

I have a ton of tv shows that I watch. When I say watch, I mean WATCH....like I must be in front of the tv for each second that it is on...no background noises...during that hour or however long it is on, my eyes are glued to the screen.
These are my favorites:
  • 90210 original and new
  • So You Think You Can Dance
  • Gilmore Girls
  • American Idol
  • Grey's Anatomy
  • Private Practice
  • The Secret Life of the American Teenager
  • Tori and Dean: Home Sweet Hollywood

I feel sure I am missing some....that is just the start. Hehehe.

More deeper thoughts to come,

Megan

blessings!

Today was just another reminder to me why I have chosen to go to Elevation Church. It feels like home. I feel like I need to be there at this point in my life. I have never looked forward to church as much as I do now. What a blessing!

Who Am I? by Casting Crowns
Who am I, that the Lord of all the earth
Would care to know my name
Would care to feel my hurt
Who am I, that the Bright and Morning Star
Would choose to light the way
For my ever wandering heart

Not because of who I am
But because of what You've done
Not because of what I've done
But because of who You are

I am a flower quickly fading
Here today and gone tomorrow
A wave tossed in the ocean
Vapor in the wind
Still You hear me when I'm calling
Lord, You catch me when I'm falling
And You've told me who I am
I am Yours, I am Yours

Who am I, that the eyes that see my sin
Would look on me with love and watch me rise again
Who am I, that the voice that calmed the sea
Would call out through the rain
And calm the storm in me

Not because of who I am
But because of what You've done
Not because of what I've done

I am Yours
Whom shall I fear
Whom shall I fear
'Cause I am Yours
I am Yours
But because of who You are


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CT7x3VnrqbA

This song is so true. Who are we that God would send His only son to die for our sins? Last night
as I was falling asleep, I listened to this song. I just listened to the words, and really
thought about what God has done for me in my life. He is amazing!

I hope you all have a great weekend, more to come,
Megan




Thursday, October 2, 2008

immaturity.

People have the nerve. Let me just say this, I try my best to be nice and go with the flow, however, it comes to the point where I get annoyed, as would anyone in my case. I try to be patience with everyone....but if you don't show me respect, there is no way in this world I will show you respect.

Today in Earth Science, I was partnered up with this guy (not mentioning any names) and the whole time he was sitting so close to me, he was literally touching my body. Annoying the crap out of me. I told him to move over, he just got closer. THEN he called me BABY....I looked at him and said "I AM NOT YOUR BABY....NEVER WILL BE." Jerk. He's done this once before as well. I'm so sick of it. Thank God it was a one day deal and I don't sit next to him everyday.

There have been other problems in that one class also, with perverts to be completely honest. A few weeks ago, this guy pulled this girls shirt down so he could see her breasts. He then got suspended and once he was back he called her a "snitch" HELLO, I would have told an adult to, that is just not respectful at all. She is now in a completely different class because of HIS immaturity.

Oh and yesterday a student in that class got taken away by a sherrif for assault....he slapped another student across the face.

The things that happen are ridiculous. People need to grow up....

Pray that my next post will be a happy one :)