no matter what

This is most definitely a quote that I can agree with. I know that even on bad days...when I feel like everything is pulling me down...I know that Jesus Christ showers me with so many blessings each and every day. It's about my perspective, how I look at things. It depends on my attitude....how I perceive things. It is such a good thing to know that Jesus is there...He lightens up our darkest days. Here is an awesome saying I heard: "If God brings you to it, He'll bring you through it!" Remember that no matter what, He is there!

I hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving! I may post again before then, but just in case.

Love to all.

favorite time of year

This is my absolute favorite time of year! I love it! It's cold outside and holidays are approaching. Through the good and the bad, this is a great time to reflect on just the good and realize that the bad isn't that bad after all...and spend much needed time with loved ones. As we often complain about having to go house-to-house to see family, or spend time with not-so-favorite people...it wouldn't be the same if we didn't.
I am soo excited! Get in the holiday spirit everyone!

thanksgiving!!!

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I am soooo excited! I love this time of year. I get to enjoy time with my family, that will be cherished for a lifetime. Wednesday we plan to bake cookies, and get some things ready for Thanksgiving. And Thursday (Thanksgiving day) we are going to my uncle's for lunch. My whole family will be there. After that we will go to my grandparents for dinner. A fun-filled day of family and food awaits! Friday-Sunday I plan to relax and enjoy my break.

What great things to look forward to! Have a great weekend!

smile!

Put a smile on your face, and make the world a better place.

Isn't that the truth? I don't think I can go without smiling. It is nearly impossible. So remember to smile, it may just make someone's day so much better :)

thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is approaching and I am super excited. My family means the world to me, they are a huge part of me. I get to spend time with my favorite people! (Well...some not so favorite...) Just being together is enough for me! It will be fun. Not to mention...5 days without having to go to school! That is a blessing in itself.

I cannot wait! I need a break. It's going to be great :)

my new favorite quote:

"Always go for your dreams and never let anyone tell you that you can't make it, because the sky is the limit."

-Joshua Allen

Joshua Allen was the winner of So You Think You Can Dance, Season 4. He went from nothing to something huge. What an awesome thing!

Another Reason Why

I've always said that I want to be a teacher. I have a love for children, and I am very passionate about this dream I have, however there is "another reason why." For the 9-10 years that I have been in school, I have come across a few teachers that don't even act like they enjoy teaching at all. Let me simply say this: No one is making you. You could have chosen another proffession. It was YOUR choice. I'm sorry but I don't know who you think you are, but if you want students to show you respect, then show them some. It goes both ways. Saying "shut up" or cussing at students is not the answer and will not help you any! (like I have had personal experience with these past few weeks.) This is another reason why I want to teach....I want to leave a positive influence rather than a negative. Once I am at the point in my life to begin my teaching career (after I graduate from high school and college, etc...)

I want to be a teacher that leaves a mark on a child's life in the most positive way. I want to make a difference.

too much....

Sometimes I feel as if there is too much on my plate...between school, grades, family, friends and life. Sometimes it's just too hard to juggle it all. It's tough. But I know that God won't give me more than I can handle.

A Night To Remember

The So You Think You Can Dance show last night was amazing! I've never seen anything so cool. Even if you have watched the show on tv- it truly doesn't compare to seeing it live and in person. Not only did I get to see my favorite show LIVE, but I got to spend time with my aunt Terri (one of my favorite people in the whole wide world!) Last night was better than I could have EVER imagined! And my memory of it will last a lifetime. For Real!

life as of now

It's busy these days, with the holidays approaching, and school, etc.

I have constantly been reminded that Jesus is right by my side each and every second of each and every day. Especially through these past few weeks. My faith is strong. That's something that no one can take away from me. Through the good and even the bad, He is with me all the time. God is Good ALL the time!

My opinion on the election: I'm not happy with the man who won...I have let many know how I feel about it...however, I cannot change the fact that he did win. What I can and will do: I will have respect for him, because he is going to be the President of the United States. Mostly, I will pray for him, as he leads our country. I pray that God leads him to do what is best for our country.

I have needed to blog....it really feels good to blog, even if I can't write as much as I feel. Simply getting your thoughts out helps. I plan to blog much more this upcoming week. Check it out for more....soon!

Who taught the sun where to stand in the morning?
and Who told the ocean you can only come this far?
and Who showed the moon where to hide 'til evening?
Whose words alone can catch a falling star?

Well I know my Redeemer lives I know my Redeemer lives:
All of creation testifies This life within me cry
I know my Redeemer lives, yeah.

The very same God that spins things in orbit runs to the weary,
the worn and the weak And the same gentle hands that hold me
when I'm broken They conquered death to bring me victory
Now I know my Redeemer lives I know my Redeemer lives
Let all creation testify Let this life within we cry I know my Redeemer,
He livesTo take away my shame And He lives forever, I'll proclaim

That the payment for my sin Was the precious life He gave
But now He's alive and There's an empty grave.

And I know my Redeemer lives I know my Redeemer lives
Let all creation testify Let this life within me cry I know my Redeemer,

I know my Redeemer I know my Redeemer lives
I know my Redeemer lives
I know that I know that I know that I know that I know my redeemer lives
Because He lives I can face tomorrow
I Know I know He lives He lives yeah, yeah I spoke with him this morning
He lives He lives, the tomb is empty,
He lives I gotta tell everybody

great trip

We all had a great time in Wilmington....Mindy's family is very very nice. We got to see her Aunt and Uncle, 2 of her cousins and her neice. Fun, fun, fun.
I am now exhuasted!! Completely. I played hookie today and there is no school tomorrow (Election day.) What a great 4 day weekend!
And it's not over!

Off to watch Pastor Steven's sermon. (elevationchurch.org)
Megan