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April 30, 2004
A Great Night for a Hike
In order to make it to 5:00 in the office, yesterday, I decided to go on a hike after work and give myself something to look forward to. I invited my brother to come along with me, but alas, he had big plans to bleach his hair, so I went alone.
I fled work at 4:55 and scurried home to change, grab some water, my journal etc. I headed to Tucquan Glen on Pequea Creek. (If you want info, go to http://lancasteronservancy.org/tucquan_info.htm). As I was leaving home, scanning the radio dial I found the song "Country Road" by John Denver. I sang along at the top of my lungs. What a great start to my evening.
I had only gone to this trail with my brother before,but I remembered the way both driving and on the trails. I saw lots of wildflowers...violets, buttercups, forget me nots, and others. Ahhhh. I had to be speedy because I had underestimated the length of drive time and had dusk and Survivor to keep me mindful of the time. I made my way out the rocky trail along the creek to the waterfalls. I would have loved to have explored farther, but again, time was an issue. I saw a couple of fisherman along the way. I smiled, gave a friendly nod, said hello but tried not to be too friendly, being that I was a woman hiking alone. A couple of times my imagination got the best of me and I thought I saw someone lurking behind a tree, but was wrong every time, thank goodness.
Once again I realized that I need to buy a real camera. These disposable cameras just don't do the trick. I took a few pictures, but they probably won't be anything special. Oh well. I had a lot of fun, and got some good exercise. Last year when I did this hike, I had to stop several time to huff and puff...this time I could have kept going.
So, yeah, it was a great night for a hike. I'm looking forward to the next time. Yay for nice weather.
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April 29, 2004
i bruise easily
So this morning I noticed these bruises on my legs. The other day I found two cuts on my hand that I didn't know where they came from. Who is beating me up that I am unaware of? Perhaps it's the sock elves.
Small group went ok last night. I wasn't exactly feeling the flow, and felt discouraged in a way, but we did have some good discussion and prayer time. The dynamic of the group has definitely changed. We have a couple of people coming that tend to take things way off topic, sometimes into la la land. They say in every small group there is at least one person that tends to add that element to group discussion. It's good to have different levels, so we can all grow from each other. It's all good.
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April 28, 2004
What I'm Up to
Tonight at small group I am leading the discussion on the chapter, "Taking Up the Journey" in the book Dare to Desire. Basically, this chapter gets you to ask yourself what you would do if you gave yourself permission to do what you really wanted to do...and leave the "how" in God's hands. I'm looking forward to it. I get to exercise the teacher in me, which I like to do from time to time. I have decided that I am going to either play or read the lyrics to a Switchfoot song or two at the beginning. These songs go along so perfectly with this chapter...the titles are "Meant to Live", "This is Your Life", "More than Fine", and "Dare You to Move".
Last night I went and saw "13 Going on 30" with my friends, Karen, Ann and Mindy. It was a light, funny, romantic comedy and it made me cry. There were a lot of swell 80's moments. Speaking of 80's moments, Karen and I were in Payless before the movie and saw some Jelly sandals. Remember Jelly shoes? Gosh, they were so uncomfortable. I don't think I'll be getting back into that trend.
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April 27, 2004
Wedding Anniversaries are Getting Rare
My parents anniversary is this Friday. I sent them a card yesterday and it got me thinking about how thankful I am for them. I feel so completely blessed to have grown up with parents who not only love me, but are in love with each other and always made that very evident to my brother and I and even our friends. They made a point to let us know that if it wasn't for trusting in God and being unwilling to even consider breaking their commitment to each other, there were times things could have gone the other way for them, like anyone else.
Lately, I have had many MANY conversations with friends and relatives going through divorce or separation. I'd say just about every day I have a conversation with someone on the topic. I have one friend asking me for advice that I don't know how to give. Why does she trust me for answers? I certainly don't have much experience in the area of long term relationships. I don't understand the things that can cause two people to stop loving each other or give up. I offer suggestions, but try to always preface with "I could be wrong...but". I think praying is the best thing I can do, but sometimes I do feel like maybe I should take some sort of a peer counseling class or something.
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April 26, 2004
The Book Sale Adventure
It's been a full morning already. I met Karen and Trish at 7:00 am and headed out to the book sale. I went with a plan in mind...to only spend the $5.00 or so in change that I had saved in my Arizona Tea bottle.
The book sale was actually bigger than ever. I was pleasantly surprised this year not to be elbowed or pushed in the Religion section. My bag got too full, too fast and I had to weed out some of my finds in order to keep with my little budget. I left behind Oliver Twist and couple of Madeline L'Engle books that I was pretty sure I already had among others.
For $4.24 I ended up with 2 C.S. Lewis books, 2 Charles Colson Books, a Max Lucado book, a Philip Yancey book and 2 J.D. Salinger books. My biggest problem is I collect classic literature and I keep forgetting which ones I already own.. I MUST make a list!!!
The adventure portion of this story took place when we went to leave. We were parked in the middle of this field and people had parked very haphazardly. In the past, there were some pretty serious parking guys out there, but not this year. Once we found a way out to the main driveway, we ended up getting stuck in the mud. Thankfully, a nice group of Mennonite ladies in dresses and coverings came by. When they offered to help, Karen said she didn't want them to have to get muddy, to which they replied, "We're farmers, we're not worried about getting dirty". I jumped out to help...I come from farming blood, too. I wasn't about to make these ladies push us out alone. (but in my head I was thinking, hm...not a good day to wear cream colored cuordoroy pants). After several attempts, we finally got the car out, (ok, they were definitely better at pushing than me) leaving a little mud ditch behind. I thanked the ladies, and said, "May you find the books you are looking for" in the book sale. I don't know what we would have done without them. We'd probably still be sitting in the car, in the mud.
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April 23, 2004
Book Sale
OOOHHHH, I just remembered that the Overlook Book Sale starts on Monday. I LOVE book sales. This one is the best because its huge. It's in a big roller skating rink and there are tons of books of all categories. Honestly, i still have a pile of books waiting to be read from last years sale...but I can't resist seeing what treasures I can find for cheap cheap cheap. It has become a tradition for my friends Karen, Trish and I to meet, bags in hand, when it opens Monday Am and join the long line for first dibs. Then I sometimes go back for the even more discounted prices Tuesday or Wednesday if I feel inspired.
Here's a weird/sad thing we've noticed in the past...a lot of times it is the people in the Religion section that tend to be a little more elbowing-you-out-ish...at least that's what we've found to be true. Sometimes you'll find the overzealous book collector in other sections, too, but it's seemed more prevalent in the Religion section. Oh well, maybe they'll read something in a book they pick up and see the light. I hope I never come across that vulturish. Doubt it, I think I probably cower at that sort of competition...specially over CS Lewis or beautiful old tattered Bibles.
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TGIF
I'm glad the weather reports have been wrong. It's been nice to have a sunny week. I hesitantly wore a very bright colored flowery tshirt today. It screams Spring.
Survivor Spoiler Warning.
Reality Tv can be so frustrating. Do you find yourself yelling at the tv? C'mon, why didn't they vote off Boston Rob. Like he won't be getting immunity from now on. I'll admit, I'm fine with them voting off Alicia, she gets on my nerves, but they keep making mistakes not getting rid of the strong players. Such drama.
My brother talked to our friend Jamie from college last night. She put her 5 year old daughter on the phone. Egads. Zoinks. Wow. Strangely enough, it still shocks me to hear about friends my age and younger with kids, even though hello, I'll be 30 in December.
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April 22, 2004
Reality TV Wonder
OW. I had bloodwork done this morning and as usual they couldn't find my vein on the first try. I even tried to drink a lot of water before hand. Oh well...bruising R us...or me...whatever.
I bet if someone did some sort of statistic percentage poll thingy on the number of blogs that will talk about American Idol today, it would be a high percent. I will be a part of that percentage. Well, I complained about not hearing Barry Manilow perform on Tuesdays episode yesterday, and last night I dozed off for the first half of the show and missed it. Oh well, my friend Ann said it was really cheezy so I didn't miss much. And how about the results? What the?????? I have a theory. I think that the vote got split between the 3 incredible African American ladies, that's why they were the bottom 3. I can't figure out how so many people can really be voting for John. Cute kid, ok voice...is it the teenage girl factor? Can anyone help me on this? I liked him at the very beginning because he was different, but he rarely stays on key, has very little stage presence and is just not ready.
Tonight...Survivor. Is there any chance Boston Rob will not get immunity? Will Amber continue to be his faithful sidekick? We shall see. C'mon Rupert and Big Tom. : )
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April 21, 2004
lunchtime ramblings
My lunch today is not very aesthetically pleasing...boiled egg, celery and dip and cheese...very bland looking.
Barry Manilow on American Idol...I was disappointed that he didn't perform. My dad had some of his albums. Copacabana was one of my brothers favorite songs as a kid. I can picture him dancing around the kitchen table now. : ) (mybrother, that is, not Barry Manillow).
I never would have thought of myself as the type to get sucked into those home shopping parties. My friend Sonya had a Premiere Jewelry party the other night and I swore I wouldn't spend any money, but indeed, I bought a bracelet and earrings and there was more stuff that I wanted. Sigh. I'm a sucker. But, I guess I can justify a little that it supports my friend. Who am I kidding, I'm a sucker.
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April 20, 2004
Cheesefest 2004
This time of year there is an upswing in getting together with friends. I guess we all come out of hibernation after the winter. In just the past week or so, I've gotten party and picnic invitations, and heard talk of a couple of different groups of friends wanting to have some sort of reunion. Yippee.
One upcoming event I'm excited about is Cheesefest 2004. I made friends with some really incredible people in college. Some of these friends have become like family to me. Many of us either moved in the direction of the Philly or Lancaster area, or else rely on email to keep in touch. Cheesefest 1992 was just one of the creative ideas the guys from Dorm 94 Up and their friends came up with while we were at VFCC. I was a new freshman then, and was on the outskirts trying to "get in " on this crazy group of friends. They got local businesses to donate food and drink, (Lots of cheese) for a big party at the public park at the back of campus with cheese themed games, music and a march around campus in support of cheese. (all we are saying is give cheese a chance) It was so silly and great! I am excited for another opportunity to get together with these friends and their families. I hope it all comes together.
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April 19, 2004
Welcome Sunshine
Waaaah, I want to go outside, not work at my desk today.
A weekend of concerts. All 3 days. I'm concerted out. I only sat through the one on Friday night, but still. I usually go to the concerts that we put on (Creation Concerts). I have no responsibilities but I go to hang out, give moral support to my friend Karen who is in charge, and help out if needed...and occasionally watch the artists. I inevitably catch flack from some volunteer who thinks they are funny and pick on me for not doing the manual labor...I'm trying to learn to brush that off, but I am not lazy and don't like having people insinuate that about me.
Heidi, Karen, and I taught Mindy how to play the game Settler's of Catan yesterday backstage. That was fun. She seemed to like the game and wants to learn more games so she can hang out when we play. We also went out and got Rita's Ice. I splurged and had a sugar free Cherry ice...ok, that's not much of a splurge, but still. It was a good way to celebrate the first weekend of really warm weather. A maintenance guy was out doing some stuff around the pool at my apartment complex this morning. Bring on the swimming.
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April 17, 2004
Not Alone
It's a gorgeous day outside. I don't know what to do with myself. I just went for a walk in downtown Lancaster. That was really nice. Lots of people are out and about. I miss living downtown...and I miss living in the country too sometimes, funny ain't it. The part I like about the city is you can be around people whenever you want.
I had a good time last night. It was very "old school"...hanging out with my friend Wayne from college and going to see Dave, Colin and Ana at The Mill. Dave is still doing a lot of the songs I remember him playing "back in the day". That brought back memories. I had a lot of time to talk with Wayne about some of the things he is going through. Life is so unpredictable...the different things we have to experience. I don't always understand why we have to go through the tough times, but then am in awe to look back at situations and see how we get refined through them. I am just glad we don't have to go through it alone.
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April 16, 2004
My Trip Part 4- Icing on the Cake
Sunday afternoon and evening were really the highlight of my trip...saved the best for last I guess. After everyone left in the afternoon, my mom and Aunt Jeannie went off to nap and my father and I took the opportunity to go off on a nice long walk. It was quite breezy, in the 40's...overall it was nice out. My dad made the comment while we were walking that, "You can really get to know somebody going on a walk in the woods". I agree. No distractions except the occasional deer tracks, or droppings that got my dad off on a tangent about hunting...which was fine, too...but we had a great time really talking...
So, we walked on one of the several trails that wrap around behind our house and go up to the back side of the hill behind our house. When you get to the top of the hill, there's a view of the mountains and Lake Champlain. Some of the trees block it out a little more now, but still a great view. As we were walking along my dad said he had something to show me. There was a wild boar skull on the side of the trail. What the????? Wild boars don't live around here. He figures it either came down through Canada or was a boar from a local farm that got out and became wild. Either way, it was freaky to look at. I took a picture of it with my little disposable camera. We'll see if it comes out.
Later that night after the walk, I taught my parents Settler's of Catan. They liked the game and want me to always bring it home now when I go to visit.
To put icing on the cake of a great day, I got to take a jacuzzi in my parents new big bathtub in their new bedroom. RELAXING!!!
I love my parents. I loved having them to myself Sunday afternoon and evening. They are such a great example of a loving couple. They are loving and supportive of me and make me feel so special. I look forward to the next visit home or for them to visit PA to spend more time with them.
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April 15, 2004
my trip part 3-Celebrating Easter
It's always great when my trips home work out so that I can go to church with my family. We started going to Church of the Rock when I was in the sixth grade. Its funny to go home now and be greeted by people who think I'm a visitor, in my head I'm thinking, "Hey wait a second, this is MY church".
Pastor Roland's Easter message was called "Another Look". He talked about how Easter is about God challenging what we expect to see. There are sermon notes at http://www.cotr-vt.com. His sermons always draw me in. He is gifted in being able to really bring words to life through scripture and stories. He almost always points out something that I had never thought about in quite that way.
After church, my mom's side of the family came over for dinner. The Janes side of the family is much smaller than the Gagne side. Grandma, Uncle Merritt, Aunt Jeannie, my parents and I had a nice dinner and then watched my grandparents 45th anniversary party video. We had watched it Sat. night, so I spent most of the time watching Grandmas reactions rather than watching the movie. That was neat. The afternoon ended as many of our family gatherings do after a big meal...people were watching Fox News, talking politics and my uncle Merritt, mom and I were falling asleep.
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April 14, 2004
my trip-part 2
The main theme of Saturday was family memories. Being Easter weekend, there was family around from out of town as well as the many who live in VT. Saturday was the day that my dads side of the family got together, although it wasn't for any sort of Easter celebration. We were helping Meme finish moving out. Alas, I was not in time to see her in her normal environment. When I walked into Meme's house, it really hit me. Lots of memories! I cried, especially when I went into the empty room that used to be Pepe's. I can't believe there will be no more Christmases in that house, I remembered Easter Egg hunts as a child, summers around the pool and the couch where Pepe spent most of his time looking out the large picture window to make sure noone drove up their dead end road without his knowing.
It was a weird day because people were picking through belongings, figuring out who would get what, how much to offer Meme for bigger items, etc. I had to leave and go for a walk..it felt too weird. Everyone got along and everything, it just seemed yucky. I didn't ask for anything. Meme has already given me a quilt she made for me at my college graduation, it was a gift normally given at weddings but Meme wanted to make sure I got mine while she was still alive. That will be enough for me unless something is offered. So, I stayed outside most of the afternoon with the uncles and cousins.
I got to see Memes new place, too. To me, it is a combination between a hotel room and hospital room. Very small, she really had to downsize to fit in that place. I'm glad that she is happy there.
That evening, my family pulled out some old home videos and shed some more tears. Overall, it was a strange, good day.
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Games
Last night was Game Night at the Lititz Library. Game night is run by a family who also runs gamesurplus.com. Great people! As I'm sure I have mentioned in my blog before, I have been having a log of fun the past several months getting together with friends to play games and it started to really get going with our first trip to the game night. (Thanks Brian). So, last night being the 2nd Tuesday of the month, we went to game night. When we got there I got a big surprise. I had tried to order this one tile laying game called Metro, but it had been out of stock. Thor and Sarah (Game Surplus folks) had thought they would get it in eventually. So, Sarah says to me, "Stacey, I have something for you" and pulls Metro out of the box. I was excited thinking, woo hoo, it's in stock for me to buy and use my gift certificate. But to my surprise, she said "Here, this is for you" and when I asked how much I owed her, she said, nothing...it came as a demo or something with their order and had no shrink wrap and it was for me!!!!! What a blessing. That's a $24.00 game. So, now I will be searching for another game to use my gift certificate for, that won't be too hard. Here's their site, for anyone interested:
http://www.gamesurplus.com
The rest of game night was fun. I did really bad at both new games we played, but had a lot of fun getting beat, anyway. : ) I got to meet some new friends and enjoy time with people I enjoy spending time with...but I couldn't stop thinking about my new free game slid underneath my chair just waiting to be played. Next time...
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April 13, 2004
Long time no write
I have a lot I want to write down about my long weekend in VT. I was there Thursday thru Monday for the long Easter weekend. It was one of the better trips I've taken home in the past few years. Even the drive both ways was enjoyable, except for the almost falling asleep part in the Adirondacks yesterday... Anyway, I will expound in the next couple entries. I have a lot of catch up work to get done before I take the time to organize my thoughts and write them down. Overall, it was a very encouraging, family oriented, nostalgic kind of weekend.
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my trip-part 1
Ok, I have a little time prior to heading to pre game night dinner at Isaac's so here goes. Ah, the weekend in VT. I got up bright and early Thursday AM...ended up leaving at 4:45 am and drove to VT. It was a good, long drive. Beautiful sunny day. The Condi. Rice questionairre hoopla was all over the radio, so I listened to that and that helped to make the time go by quickly. (I won't go off on a political tangent here)
Arrival at home was a bit anti-climactic since mom and Aunt jeannie were at work and dad was sleeping since he works nights. I ended up going and spending the afternoon visiting with my cousin Debbie at her place. It was nice to catch up. We had so much to catch up on. We went out on Friday night too to a place called The Bayside. A Classic Rock cover band was playing...very interesting evening. Culture shock-ish...but we had a blast. Ah rural Vters...I'm still one at heart, I think.
A big highlight of Thursday was going through my mom's clothes for hand me downs. She gave me a TON of stuff that she no longer fits and I can fit now. They were mostly dress clothes, and although what I need the most is shorts, I sure was happy with what she gave me. : ) We also went to the mall on Friday together and she bought me some shorts, two tshirts and a pair of pants. I am so spoiled!!! My mom had made me some deals while growing up about if I lose such and such amount of weight that they'd take me on a shopping spree...I'm unoffically reaping those benefits, now. It's been cool to see how proud my parents, friends and family are of me and the weight loss. Even though I had lost a considerable amount of weight when they saw me at Christmas, I guess the additional poundage since then really shows. : ) That gave me a little kick start to come back and kick butt on Atkins.
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April 07, 2004
100 Things
My web savvy friend, Brian reminded me I could just post my list here rather than add a link. Since I just want to get this list up, that is what I am going to do. These are 100 Things about me. I have a lot of other things in my head, I could have gone further...I think 100 is plenty, though. It was a good exercise to get me thinking about who I am and about some of my dreams. (Goes along well with that Dare to Desire book I'm reading). Got the idea from Wayne's blog...thanks again Wayne and the friend you got the idea from. I am usually a bigger listener than talker...but this is my place to write stuff about me, so there you have it...
1. My favorite color is green.
2. I love the sound of a whipporwill
3. I love to dance.
4. Iíve never gotten up on water skiísÖyet
5. My middle name is Michelle
6. I donít hate elevator music
7. I have trouble accepting compliments
8. I love receiving compliments.
9. Iím very clumsy.
10. I cry at weddings.
11. Iíve gone ìdam jumpingî
12. I want to learn to play the harp
13. I love to play board games.
14. I even like Candyland.
15. I love kids.
16. I had a cat named Eve, nicknamed Evil
17. I was born in Rochester, NY
18. I grew up in Highgate Ctr, VT
19. I live in Lancaster, PA
20. I prefer salty to sweet.
21. Iíve been told I resemble Janine Garafello
22. I have a long time crush on Michael Sweet from Stryper.
23. I fell off a horse
24. I got back on.
25. I love walking in the woods.
26. I love thunderstorms.
27. Iím afraid of tornados.
28. I turn 30 this year.
29. I like to type.
30. Iím a procrastinator
31. I love to be barefoot, but also love socks
32. I lip synced to ìNeverî from the Footloose soundtrack
33. I could spend all day in Hallmark.
34. Iím a Christian
35. My favorite food has been cheese even before Atkins
36. I like pizza with pepperoni, mushrooms and broccoli
37. Friends are a priority to me.
38. I love to swim.
39. I swam in a fountain at the Philadelphia Art Museum
40. I like to reminisce
41. I hate losing touch with people
42. I love to hold babies
43. Iíve never been anywhere tropical.
44. I like to ski.
45. I tend to have many guys as friends.
46. I bruise easily
47. I sing in my car, shower, office, you name it.
48. Iím not a sports fan, but donít mind watching them with friends.
49. I like the smell of gasoline
50. I like the smell of Old Spice
51. I donít like the smell of strong perfume.
52. I like wildflowers
53. I watch reality t.v.
54. I loved to brush my great grandmothers long silver hair
55. I had a Dalmation named Sheba
56. I tell everyone that Iím from VT
57. Iíve always liked going to church.
58. I didnít like having to report my church attendance to my college.
59. I hope to have my own family.
60. Iím my brotherís biggest fan.
61. I would love to write a book someday
62. Iím easy going.
63. I like to take naps on rainy days.
64. I like to be spontaneous
65. Iíve never been to DC
66. Iíve never been to Baltimore
67. Iíve never been to Gettysburg
68. Autumn is my favorite season.
69. I like scrapple
70. I canít always find the right words to say, but often can write them.
71. I like to play Burning Monkey Puzzle Lab on the computer.
72. I regret not going to Paraguay when I had the chance.
73. I regret missing my friend Leonís wedding.
74. I played Glinda in The Wizard of Oz
75. I played 1/ 2 the cow in Into the Woods
76. I sang The Star Spangled Banner at my high school graduation
77. Iím a big u2 fan
78. I donít think I have any enemies
79. I miss having summers off.
80. I like my coworkers
81. Iím a sucker for Pampered Chef products
82. I like to cook for others
83. I had a nightmare involving Grover from Sesame Street
84. I have too many keys on my keychain
85. Iím addicted to reading my friends blogs.
86. I like camping on lakes or near water.
87. Iím a fan of the arts.
88. All of my furniture is currently second hand (or third)
89. All my cars have been used.
90. I drive a 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight
91. I would like to get a Subaru Outback or Forrester
92. I like the city
93. I like the country
94. I miss eating Yvonne Hernandez rice and beans/pigeon peas (Arroz con Gandules)
95. I like personality quizzes.
96. Iíve never had surgery.
97. I broke my arm falling off the shed.
98. I love book sales.
99. I need another book shelf
100. I once wanted to shave my head.
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April 06, 2004
flip calendar quote
"The work of creating is an act of love. The God who flung from his fingertips this universe filled with galaxies and stars, penguins and puffins, gulls and gannets...peaches and pears, and a world full of children made in His own image, is the God who loves with magnificent monotony." Brennan Manning
I don't know who Brennan Manning is, but I thought that was a great quote. I love quotes. If I pick up a Readers Digest I will allmost always flip to the "Quotable Quotes" section first. I often have quotes and scripture taped up on my computer or on the bulletin board. I write a lot of business letters for my office, and am often searching for new quotes that are inspiring or thought provoking to spice up the monthly donor letters, etc. Fred (my boss) gave me this flip calendar on my desk a few years back for Christmas and I have gotten a lot of inspiration from it. It's not the tear off a page kind of desk calendar, but one you can use over and over again.
On an unrelated note, I just visited my friends Waynes blog and he has posted a link called 100 Things. It lists off 100 Things about himself...it was a really great list. I might do that some time if I can figure out how to add the link. His list was very interesting and I love getting to know details about my friends...and having them know a lot about me...maybe to a fault. I sometimes put myself out on a plate and say dig in a little too freely...but I guess that's who God made me to be...and I think my Dad is like that, too, so that can't be all bad.
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April 05, 2004
not disappointed
First of all, I am so sorry for giving away Survivor in my last post. Wasn't thinking on that one. I'll try not to do that again. Oooops.
What a great weekend. It was awesome to get to spend time with Marty and Cyndee and Steve and Trish both Friday and Saturday. Both concerts were incredible. I wish more people would have been at Cafe Beracah Friday night. Unsettled played a really great set! Saturday I was giddy all day waiting for Steve to open for Phil Keaggy. I could hardly contain myself. That concert was inspiring. There is something about watching such talented musicians play that makes me feel so alive inside. What a tremendous gift from God. The crowd loved Steve. I was so happy for him.
Yesterday was a lot of fun, too. A bunch of us played board games from like 2:45 p.m. to midnight!!!! I played 7 games. A matching kind of game that I can't remember the name of, Citadels, Carcassone, Fish Eat Fish, Taj Mahal, Boggle and Cities and Nights. The crazy thing is, I wasn't sick of playing either. I was just brain fried. I hope Lyle and Craig didn't think I was too much of an idiot during that last game...I did a couple of really silly things, but oh well. Over all, I did pretty well.
I'm very sleepy this morning, but I am still thinking about the great times with friends this weekend. Just 3 work days until I go to VT. Yippee.
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April 02, 2004
my brother, aaron
I was able to have a relaxing evening at home last night watching reality tv and just "chillin". It was the first night in a while that my brother and I were both home for the evening together, and it was nice. We had fun mocking the people on t.v., each other and just hanging out. Woo hoo, Jerri got the boot on Survivor.
People often notice that Aaron and I have such a great friendship. Since I went away to college, we have become good friends. Before that we got along really well with the typical sibling scenarios. When we were little my friends and me would often try to lose him in the woods surrounding our house. How mean...
Anyway, now my brother and I are roommates. That has been really great as we each have gone through some stuff the past couple of years. We are able to be there for each other, pray for each other, etc. Just having a family member around when the rest of our family is up North is awesome. We won't always be roommates and there are times when we get on each others nerves...but I am thankful for my brother and his friendship.
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April 01, 2004
calendar
I just added July to my 4 Month Planner dry erase wall calendar this morning. It has all the upcoming station events, birthdays, holidays, etc. listed on it. I can't believe I am staring at a calendar with Creation Festival now on it. Gulp. Purple Door tickets go on sale today. Gulp again. Time sure flies. Yesterday I was complaining that the day was going by too slowly, today I'm thinking about how fast time goes by...yet I want it to hurry up and be next Thursday so I can go home and see my parents. God must just have to laugh at me sometimes.
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