Days like this

Days like this, the cloudy sky, the sidewalk wet from fresh sprinkles, and a chill in the wind makes me want to curl up by a fireplace with a good book and some tea.
But days like this also take me back to my winters in Auburn...
Days like this remind me of our simple times during those months, where we would sit on the couch, wrapped around each other, eating ice cream and watching some Lifetime movie.
Days like this bring me back to when we ran to the park in the pouring rain, sharp wind, and freezing cold, and sat in the playground equipment, just watching the time pass us by.
Days like this make me think of you.
I hate days like this.

If I Die Young

If I die young bury me in satin
Lay me down on a bed of roses
Sink me in the river at dawn
Send me away with the words of a love song

The ballad of a dove
Go with peace and love
Gather up your tears, keep ‘em in your pocket
Save them for a time when your really gonna need 'em oh

Tamme

Oh how I miss thee.
There are some days where, surprisingly, I become homesick of Auburn. No, I did not grow up there, I only lived there a short 3 years. But there are memories and people I will never forget. Today, I miss Molly. This picture reminds me of us, how we would find fun sitting on her couch cuddling, or people watching outside the famous Chevron gas station. We didn't have to be spending money, or with groups of people, or driving somewhere to have fun. The funnest times we had were just simply us, enjoying each others company. I know I sound gay, but I loved those times. So my dearest sister, don't forget about them. Distance doesn't seperate us, neither does college. Remember, we always love fagrolls, fat couch, big toes, buddah, icees, wasting my gas, secret missions, 4th of July, rollercoasters, grande iced coffees with 3 pumps white mocha, hand motions to dirty songs, chocolate razors, skinny dipping in the lake, hail storms, our swings, tamme white, road trips with pancakes, grammys house, bringing quiznoes to my boy of the week, herbert, the list goes on and on. I love you best friend.
Oh, and don't forget to "pull my hair".

Idol

Everything about her just kills me. Little Jenny is so grown up. And I love it.

Jesus, take the wheel.

Another unforgettable weekend.

Tonight, we went to see Carrie Underwood for my best friend Courtney's birthday. Her parents surprised us with box seats. It was an amazing night full of country music, good company, and her beautiful voice. During one of my favorite songs she sang, Jesus Take the Wheel, Miss Underwood broke out in How Great Thou Art. Her courage to just start praising God in the middle of Hollywood was outstanding. It was an unforgettable experience to watch thousands of people respond to this act of faith. Through our tears, laughter, and obnoxious belting of "Before He Cheats", God showed me again how grateful I am for the life I have.

"Jesus, take the wheel

Take it from my hands

Cause I can't do this on my own

I'm letting go

So give me one more chance

To save me from this road I'm on

Jesus take the wheel"

I've sang this song before, but seeing her live and listening to her passionate voice gave me a newfound love for this song and the powerful lyrics. She might possibly be my hero. So thankful for my amazing life.

Wise words to live by, especially during this time of life.

Welcome to APU

I love it here.
Since the first day I got here, I came to a realization. God is here. He is everywhere, in the Caf, in my dorm, on the lawn, sitting next to me in the library. His presence is so real it scares me. It scares me to know what I've done, and know that he is watching. He has always been watching.
But farell, I love it here. Besides the overpowering moment I've received from God, the people here are indescribable. They are amazing. Yes, you have the few rebels of the bunch, but it's not hard to stay away from them. I love my friends. These are the friendships that are God-fearing, and my accountability partners. The smiling faces and encouraging words keep me alive. I have already had such fun experiences and know that they will just continue. It's almost been a month, a whirlwind of laughs, new faces, even some tears. Every week is a new friend and a new adventure. Stress sometimes gets overwhelming, but even in my classes, especially my Psych class, addresses that issue. I am so blessed to be in this place, and so privileged to be able to attend here. Its definitely changed my attitude towards life and some of my personality.
Point of this, serious face time: I love it here.