Volleyball Insanity

Ever since Volleyball Intramurals started, i haven't stopped obsessing about sharpening my spikes, being able to serve overhand, digging opponent's serves, and setting like whoa. We murdered kdphi and deltasig, but jsa put up a good fight. SO CLOSE. But yeah, games are over and done with until after thanksgiving.

After talking to a lot of my girlfriends recently, i noticed that we are experiencing the same emotion, loneliness. As the holidays roll on in, it would be nice to celebrate that kind of intimacy that only a couple can have.

Lately, i've been faced with a lot of temptations. It's weird. In the past, these temptations would be so easily avoided. However, i find myself wanting to give in to my flesh...bleh.

Thanksgiving is in a few days. I'm excited about sleeping in my own room and having a lot more privacy....and of course, spending time with my family. =P

Everyone, have a great break and Thanksgiving.

aww geez.

You know what i've realized? I have an obnoxious laugh.

On Wednesday, I went to the library (gasp) to study chinese or accounting, i forget which. Something happened, I erupted into laughter and couldn't stop for eternity (3 minutes to be exact). I felt bad for laughing so hard. Friday, i went to see the incredibles with AFC. That movie made me laugh like none other. Hanna comes up to me after the movie and tells me she heard me laugh. She sat behind me on the opposite end of the row. AND then, after freshmen dinner, i went to andrew's place to chill for a bit. I was telling a story and couldn't finish the story without laughing my head off.

I need to calm down. =P

I am a Christian by Maya Angelou

When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not shouting "I'm clean livin." I'm whispering "I was lost," Now I'm found and forgiven.

When I say.."I am a Christian" I don't speak of this with pride. I'm confessing that I stumble and need CHRIST to be my guide.

When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not trying to be strong. I'm professing that I'm weak and need HIS strength to carry on.

When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not bragging of success. I'm admitting I have failed and need God to clean my mess.

When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not claiming to be perfect, My flaws are far too visible but, God believes I am worth it.

When I say... "I am a Christian" I still feel the sting of pain, I have my share of heartaches So I call upon His name.

When I say... "I am a Christian" I'm not holier than thou, I'm just a simple sinner who received God's good grace, somehow.

An unexpected awakening.

I didn't expect for God to poke me. I knew i was in for it when i had prayed for humility. Lately, i've been waking up, hoping to devote my day to God. It often feels like my prayers hit the ceiling and reverberates back down. Needless to say, i started getting desperate for God and continued to pray outrageous prayers, not expecting God to listen. Boy am i naive.

I am by no means saying that i have experienced some life-altering moment. Nor has my life flashed before my eyes. I have been reminded of God's goodness. I remember when i would wake up each morning excited about what God had to offer to me that day. I want to start doing that again. I am reminded of the goodness of the cross. I am reminded that i live for God alone and only He can provide the joy that i need day to day. But unless i give my all to him, i won't be able to live the life worthy to be called a follower of Christ. So, if i had to summarize what i learned tonight, i'd say i want to surrender all i have to live for the glory of Christ.

I surrender all
I surrender all
All to Thee my blessed Savior
I surrender all