Saturday, February 14, 2009
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
RoadTrip
So this weekend, I went on a high school youth retreat called RoadTrip as a small group leader. It was a lot of fun, and I'm glad I did it. I went to RoadTrip all 4 years I was in high school, and I always felt that when I was old enough, I should go as a small group leader, because mine always inspired me, and I wanted to help inspire other people.
This year I was finally old enough. Although technically since I wasn't 21 I was just a "Small Group Assistant". Even still though, it was a great experience. I was worried that because I am only 18, and that everyone in the group was 16, that their might be some problems. I didn't know what they might be, but I don't think I ran into any. If anything, I think my age was a bonus instead of a boon, because it was easier for the group to connect with people closer to their age where it would be more difficult with a small group leader in their 30s or above.
I was able to get close to God myself over this weekend, as I hope some of the people in my small group did as well. Not only was I able to get close to God, but I feel even more strongly that I should go into ministry when I get out of college. I should talk it over with my pastor sometime, but I feel that I could do well at being a minister. One thing I do know is that God wants me to help people. I have a feeling that it will start with ministry, but that it will turn into something else as well. Maybe I'll work for a Christian lobby group, maybe I'll go into politics myself, like Mike Huckabee did. I don't know what will happen, but God will lead the way.
I can't stress enough how great a time it was. I know I plan to go back, it's too much fun not to.
This year I was finally old enough. Although technically since I wasn't 21 I was just a "Small Group Assistant". Even still though, it was a great experience. I was worried that because I am only 18, and that everyone in the group was 16, that their might be some problems. I didn't know what they might be, but I don't think I ran into any. If anything, I think my age was a bonus instead of a boon, because it was easier for the group to connect with people closer to their age where it would be more difficult with a small group leader in their 30s or above.
I was able to get close to God myself over this weekend, as I hope some of the people in my small group did as well. Not only was I able to get close to God, but I feel even more strongly that I should go into ministry when I get out of college. I should talk it over with my pastor sometime, but I feel that I could do well at being a minister. One thing I do know is that God wants me to help people. I have a feeling that it will start with ministry, but that it will turn into something else as well. Maybe I'll work for a Christian lobby group, maybe I'll go into politics myself, like Mike Huckabee did. I don't know what will happen, but God will lead the way.
I can't stress enough how great a time it was. I know I plan to go back, it's too much fun not to.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
I'm a bit taken aback. Last semester was fairly easy. I didn't have much homework, and so my days were a bit easier, with more time to just hang out. No longer. Now I have a lot more reading to do, which tends to take up much of my time, which is annoying. Although, as I look back, there was a lot more work at the beginning of last semester too, and then it died down. I can only hope that the same will hold true here.
I've been having some strange feelings the past couple of days. For the most part, I've been feeling down in the dumps, for no apparent reason. I've just been gloomy. I don't know why, nothing particular has happened to make me feel this way, it's just weird, and annoying. I don't want to feel sad. I like being happy, but whenever I stop thinking about something else, my mind always goes back to being sad.
I would type more, but you know, homework...
I've been having some strange feelings the past couple of days. For the most part, I've been feeling down in the dumps, for no apparent reason. I've just been gloomy. I don't know why, nothing particular has happened to make me feel this way, it's just weird, and annoying. I don't want to feel sad. I like being happy, but whenever I stop thinking about something else, my mind always goes back to being sad.
I would type more, but you know, homework...
Monday, December 29, 2008
Titles are an unnecessary luxury for which I have no time.
It was a fun semester, I cannot lie. I love college and I can't wait to go back to school. Although, at the same time, I'm really happy to have a break. Non-stop school is tiring. I wish my professors would send me lists of the books I will need next semester. I'd like to get my book buying out of the way so I can stop worrying about it. However I guess I'll just have to wait, because there is nothing I can do about it.
I wish I could have a bit more time off. I would like to be able to see all of my friends without having to rush through everything. It's hardly relaxing when I have to wake up early just so I can see my friends before I go back to school in 2 weeks. Alas, what can be done? Nothing I fear, unless I wish to not see my friends for another 4 months or so.
Lately, people have been making fun of the way I speak. I'm not sure why. Perhaps I've started to speak how I write, in educated proper English. I must admit, I do speak in very educated tones. However, I felt that I did that before, instead of it being a recent alteration in my speaking habits. In addition to the fun making at my speech, I've also been recently made fun of my my uncle, in regards to the way I write text messages. Apparently proper grammar and spelling is frowned upon in the texting community. Mind you, this is the uncle who is also a teacher. A teacher who gets papers saying things like, "George Washington wnt 2 Vally Forge..." So you would think that he would be against the "texting lingo" as it were. Nope, once again, I'm behind on the times, but I tell you, this is one thing I will not budge to. I refuse to change my ways in order to reduce the characters in my text. If a person is too lazy to read through it, they probably aren't a friend who I would want to converse with anyway.
And not that my rant is over, I shall bid thee adieu, for I am in need of that wonderful Norwegian snack, a lefse.
I wish I could have a bit more time off. I would like to be able to see all of my friends without having to rush through everything. It's hardly relaxing when I have to wake up early just so I can see my friends before I go back to school in 2 weeks. Alas, what can be done? Nothing I fear, unless I wish to not see my friends for another 4 months or so.
Lately, people have been making fun of the way I speak. I'm not sure why. Perhaps I've started to speak how I write, in educated proper English. I must admit, I do speak in very educated tones. However, I felt that I did that before, instead of it being a recent alteration in my speaking habits. In addition to the fun making at my speech, I've also been recently made fun of my my uncle, in regards to the way I write text messages. Apparently proper grammar and spelling is frowned upon in the texting community. Mind you, this is the uncle who is also a teacher. A teacher who gets papers saying things like, "George Washington wnt 2 Vally Forge..." So you would think that he would be against the "texting lingo" as it were. Nope, once again, I'm behind on the times, but I tell you, this is one thing I will not budge to. I refuse to change my ways in order to reduce the characters in my text. If a person is too lazy to read through it, they probably aren't a friend who I would want to converse with anyway.
And not that my rant is over, I shall bid thee adieu, for I am in need of that wonderful Norwegian snack, a lefse.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Chestnuts roasting over an open fire....
I can't wait for Christmas. It is by far my favorite holiday. I like seeing my cousins, and eating good food, and cold weather. This Christmas break is going to be even better, because I will get to see friends I rarely see other times. Like those from high school. I can't wait to see my friends from high school. For a lot of them, it's been since graduation on June 4 since I've seen them. I want to catch up with them. See how college is going for them. Find out what their new friends are like. There is so much to do, I don't even know if I'll have the time for it all.
As I'm looking towards Christmas, I'm also looking at what I will do this summer to make money. I don't think working at camp again can be an option, I just won't be making enough. Retail is probably also out of the question, because again, I won't be making enough. I need a lot of money for spending money when I go to Ireland next fall semester. And if the exchange rate stays where it is, I'll end up having about 4 euros to every 5 dollars, which is not a terrible exchange rate, but is certainly not a good one either. Last summer my friend worked at a day camp sponsored by the the Park Service, and he made some pretty decent money. I'll have to check that out, because it might be a good option, especially because we could probably car pool, and end up paying only half the money for gas, thus saving ourselves each a fair amount of money.
I came to college, knowing what I wanted to do with my life. In a few short months, I have no idea anymore. Things have changed and I don't like it. I don't want to be a lawyer anymore. I still want to major in history, and at least minor in political science, but beyond that, I have no idea. I thank God that I have another 3.5 years to decide what I want to do, because I think I'll need it. That is another thing. I feel like I've gotten more in touch with my faith since I've come here. Seeing the copious amounts of Catholics, and talking with them about faith, have re-enforced my belief in the Lutheran dogma. I find it hard to understand how otherwise intelligent people can just take what one man says as the word of God. The Pope is still just a man. I keep getting told of Papal Infallibility, and I think, well, unless there is Cardinal Infallibility, and Bishop Infallibility and Priest Infallibility, then Papal Infallibility is in essence fallible. There are too many Catholics here who refuse to question their faith, and just blindly accept it without really understanding what it means. It saddens me, because these people could probably be stronger Christians if they would question their faith. That's what I have done. You can't learn or grow without questioning what is being taught.
As I'm looking towards Christmas, I'm also looking at what I will do this summer to make money. I don't think working at camp again can be an option, I just won't be making enough. Retail is probably also out of the question, because again, I won't be making enough. I need a lot of money for spending money when I go to Ireland next fall semester. And if the exchange rate stays where it is, I'll end up having about 4 euros to every 5 dollars, which is not a terrible exchange rate, but is certainly not a good one either. Last summer my friend worked at a day camp sponsored by the the Park Service, and he made some pretty decent money. I'll have to check that out, because it might be a good option, especially because we could probably car pool, and end up paying only half the money for gas, thus saving ourselves each a fair amount of money.
I came to college, knowing what I wanted to do with my life. In a few short months, I have no idea anymore. Things have changed and I don't like it. I don't want to be a lawyer anymore. I still want to major in history, and at least minor in political science, but beyond that, I have no idea. I thank God that I have another 3.5 years to decide what I want to do, because I think I'll need it. That is another thing. I feel like I've gotten more in touch with my faith since I've come here. Seeing the copious amounts of Catholics, and talking with them about faith, have re-enforced my belief in the Lutheran dogma. I find it hard to understand how otherwise intelligent people can just take what one man says as the word of God. The Pope is still just a man. I keep getting told of Papal Infallibility, and I think, well, unless there is Cardinal Infallibility, and Bishop Infallibility and Priest Infallibility, then Papal Infallibility is in essence fallible. There are too many Catholics here who refuse to question their faith, and just blindly accept it without really understanding what it means. It saddens me, because these people could probably be stronger Christians if they would question their faith. That's what I have done. You can't learn or grow without questioning what is being taught.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
WIZARD!
I Am A: Lawful Neutral Human Wizard (3rd Level)
Ability Scores:
Strength-13
Dexterity-14
Constitution-14
Intelligence-16
Wisdom-14
Charisma-14
Alignment:
Lawful Neutral A lawful neutral character acts as law, tradition, or a personal code directs him. Order and organization are paramount to him. He may believe in personal order and live by a code or standard, or he may believe in order for all and favor a strong, organized government. Lawful neutral is the best alignment you can be because it means you are reliable and honorable without being a zealot. However, lawful neutral can be a dangerous alignment because it seeks to eliminate all freedom, choice, and diversity in society.
Race:
Humans are the most adaptable of the common races. Short generations and a penchant for migration and conquest have made them physically diverse as well. Humans are often unorthodox in their dress, sporting unusual hairstyles, fanciful clothes, tattoos, and the like.
Class:
Wizards are arcane spellcasters who depend on intensive study to create their magic. To wizards, magic is not a talent but a difficult, rewarding art. When they are prepared for battle, wizards can use their spells to devastating effect. When caught by surprise, they are vulnerable. The wizard's strength is her spells, everything else is secondary. She learns new spells as she experiments and grows in experience, and she can also learn them from other wizards. In addition, over time a wizard learns to manipulate her spells so they go farther, work better, or are improved in some other way. A wizard can call a familiar- a small, magical, animal companion that serves her. With a high Intelligence, wizards are capable of casting very high levels of spells.
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Ability Scores:
Strength-13
Dexterity-14
Constitution-14
Intelligence-16
Wisdom-14
Charisma-14
Alignment:
Lawful Neutral A lawful neutral character acts as law, tradition, or a personal code directs him. Order and organization are paramount to him. He may believe in personal order and live by a code or standard, or he may believe in order for all and favor a strong, organized government. Lawful neutral is the best alignment you can be because it means you are reliable and honorable without being a zealot. However, lawful neutral can be a dangerous alignment because it seeks to eliminate all freedom, choice, and diversity in society.
Race:
Humans are the most adaptable of the common races. Short generations and a penchant for migration and conquest have made them physically diverse as well. Humans are often unorthodox in their dress, sporting unusual hairstyles, fanciful clothes, tattoos, and the like.
Class:
Wizards are arcane spellcasters who depend on intensive study to create their magic. To wizards, magic is not a talent but a difficult, rewarding art. When they are prepared for battle, wizards can use their spells to devastating effect. When caught by surprise, they are vulnerable. The wizard's strength is her spells, everything else is secondary. She learns new spells as she experiments and grows in experience, and she can also learn them from other wizards. In addition, over time a wizard learns to manipulate her spells so they go farther, work better, or are improved in some other way. A wizard can call a familiar- a small, magical, animal companion that serves her. With a high Intelligence, wizards are capable of casting very high levels of spells.
Find out What Kind of Dungeons and Dragons Character Would You Be?, courtesy of Easydamus (e-mail)
Monday, November 10, 2008
General complaining...
It's only been a few weeks since fall break was over, and I already need another one. I have 2 weeks to go however. I can't wait though, Thanksgiving is always a fun holiday. I'm going to be going down to my grandparent's house in Pinehurst, North Carolina for most of the duration of Thanksgiving break. It may be boring at times, but I cherish every moment I get to spend with my grandparents, because I don't get to see them as often as I would like.
I've been really tired lately. The funny thing is, I've been getting more sleep than normal, but I'm still tired all the time. I'm not quite sure what's up. It might just be because I need a break, I don't know. The real problem I think is that the weekends are too short. I'm looking forward to studying in Ireland fall semester next year, they have 3 day weekends, because there are no classes on Fridays. Weekends that long would really help, plus it allows for more time to explore the country.
I miss my high school friends so much. The worst part is, I won't be able to even see them again until semester break, because I will have no time at home during Thanksgiving break, and no one else would have free time during Thanksgiving break either. There is some good to it though, I will have plenty of time to see them and hang out with them during semester break, but as these things normally do, it will be too short, and I will end up regretting not spending more time with them. I'll just have to do my best, that's all I can do.
I've been really tired lately. The funny thing is, I've been getting more sleep than normal, but I'm still tired all the time. I'm not quite sure what's up. It might just be because I need a break, I don't know. The real problem I think is that the weekends are too short. I'm looking forward to studying in Ireland fall semester next year, they have 3 day weekends, because there are no classes on Fridays. Weekends that long would really help, plus it allows for more time to explore the country.
I miss my high school friends so much. The worst part is, I won't be able to even see them again until semester break, because I will have no time at home during Thanksgiving break, and no one else would have free time during Thanksgiving break either. There is some good to it though, I will have plenty of time to see them and hang out with them during semester break, but as these things normally do, it will be too short, and I will end up regretting not spending more time with them. I'll just have to do my best, that's all I can do.
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