Writing

God has told me to write. So, I cannot tell you how this will end. . .

For the longest, I have needed to go to the optometrist to have my eyes examined. Things got in the way (i.e. work, school, church, sleep, life, etc.) I guess I didn't want to go since I kept on putting off the inevitable.

Today, I had wanted to go to IKEA. I was going to wear my glasses but it was raining. I didn't want to be wiping my glasses all the time. So, I went to put in my contact lenses. Of course, I tried doing this by the sink in which my makeup sponges were soaking. My left eye lens falls into the sink.

My mom and I looked everywhere in the bathroom for the lens. It was difficult because it's clear and makes no noise. We prayed. I kept promising God I would make an eye appointment. Eventually, I did. Then, Mom found my contact lens. It was in the water that we'd poured into a clear container. I've learned this lesson.

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A few years ago, a little girl was baptised at my church. She was six years old. Before she was baptised, she read her testimony. She said something along these lines, "I didn't like being alone and I was afraid. But, I'm never alone because I have Jesus. " None of us are ever alone. Even non-Christians aren't alone - God is waiting for them.

May

Here is a recent picture of me. After finishing a semester and making A's in both of my classes, I got to see my friend graduate. It was cool (both the weather and the experience) and I got to see Philadelphia and NYC. May has been a whirlwind for me. I've barely had time to rest. Oh, well.

SRP starts Tuesday. The library should be a popular hang out for the next couple of months. All that free stuff and A/C really brings in the crowds.

In another week or so, I start another class. I'm taking two five week courses. I pray for enlightenment. By the way, I got a summer scholarship. Yippee!

As for social life, it will be in a vegetative state while I work to complete my library degree. In the fall, I'm looking forward to Baylor Homecoming, WOW retreat, and Eva's Graduation. Eva Marie, I'm making those reservations.

What I've learned . . .

Another Eva Marie inspiration. . . Things I've learned the first half of 2006.
1. There's all kinds of information resources.
2. The library is not in loco parentis
3. Maroon 5 is awesome live, even if they tripped up the captioning.
4. If someone loves me and is a true friend, then he/she can accept it when I disagree with what he/she thinks.
5. Being able to be there for a friend is the best.
6. I can't make people like me but I still can kill them with kindness.
7. God gave me a spine and I should use it.
8. I can learn a lot from work. . . like what not to do.
9. A kind word does turn away wrath. 10. I can work and take two courses and make As.
11. A common thought is that people with big eyes are vulnerable.
12. My parents' taste in music has heightened the quality of my life.
13. I miss Armstrong Browning Library . . . a lot.
14. I like James Blunt.
15. I can be pretty funny.
16. There's very little wrong with Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass.
17. I'm tired of being angry.
18. Conflict does not build character; it enhances character.
19. No matter what they think about the president, I don't like how The Dixie Chicks sound.
20. I can't stand lengthy discussions in the breakroom about librarians vs information specialists. It's just semantics, people!
21. It's forgivable to like The Black Eyed Peas.
22. There is no Starry Night Elf painting. It's just me.
23. A roof over my head is a good thing. I'm not knocking it.
24. My biological family may be small but my family of friends is gigantic.
25. I can laugh about something that happened ten years ago just by thinking about the event. 26. No smoking in restaurants is a great thing.
27. Women can be preachers. They also have a place in the House or the Senate.
28. Gasoline costs too much.
29. God wants me to fully rely on Him. Remember FROG.
30. There's a lot for me to see and experience yet.
31. There are friends for a reason, friends for a season, and then, friends for a life time.
32. It's alright to be a grammar/spelling snob. It means I give people my best.
33. I wish I didn't cuss.
34. Brighten the corner where God has me.
35. I should be exercising more.
36. I want to enjoy every smell, taste, touch, breath, and thought.
37. I'm great at organizing events.
38. Baylor was the best choice for me. 39. Marjorie isn't the worst name ever . . . I'm growing into it.
40. I like flying.
41. Being a Christian does not mean being perfect, rather it's admitting you're not.
42. I am thankful for many things.
43. Free jewelry rocks.
44. I am loyal.
45. If it works, don't fix it.
46. Back to basics is the best approach.
47. I'm going to be okay.
48. I have great friends.
49. I don't have to like everyone, but I must love them.
50. I actually look good in purple.

Random-ness

IT'S RANDOM INFO. TIME!!!!
1. Spell your first name backwards: Eirojram
2. Story behind your blog spot name: Well, I'm fond of Starry Night and Texas.
3.What month were you born in: April
4. Where do you live: Cypress, TX
5. Whats your eye color? dark brown
6. Whats your hair color? medium brown
DESCRIBE YOUR:
5. wallet - black synthetic, compact
7. Toothbrush - green
8. Jewelry worn daily - watch and Baylor ring
10. Pillow cover right now - white with brightly colored print blocks
14. Favorite shirt - Maroon 5 Shirt
15. Cologne/Perfume - Sand & Sable
16. CD in stereo - Soundtrack to I Am Sam
17. Piercings - 2
18. What you are wearing now - black pants and tank top ( I had on a red fishnet shirt earlier (You rock, Eva Marie!)
19. Wishing - for vacation to start
20. Wanting - picture phone
21. After this - sleep
22. If you could get away with it and murder anyone who would it be? Ay, yi yi!
23. Person you wish you could see right now: the Sandman (the nice one)
24. Some of your favorite books: To Kill a Mockingbird
25. Something you're looking forward to in the coming week: No homework all week!
26. The last thing you ate: Strawberries
27. Something you are deathly afraid of: oh, I don't know . . .
28. Do you like candles: I do now.
29. Do you like incense: Not really
30. Do you like the taste of blood: no
31. Do you believe in love: yeah
32. Do you believe in soul mates: depends on my mood
33. Do you believe in love at first sight: I believe it can happen.
35. Do you believe in God: yes
36. Do you believe in yourself?: yes
37. Whats your favorite state?: Texas
38. What is the longest you've ever stayed up?: 24 hours, I think
39. Can you eat with chopsticks: nope but my coworker can use plastic knives as chopsticks.
40. What are some of your favorite candies: Milky Way, Hershey Hugs
41. What's something that you wish people would understand about you: I tell the truth even when I hate it.
42. What's something you wish you could understand better: multitasking
RELATIONSHIPS:
43. Are you shy around your crush?: not exactly
44. Still have feelings for anyone in a past relationship? no
45. Would you sacrifice your favorite possession for your best friends?: I hope so.
FASHION STUFF:
46. Where is your favorite place to shop?: Old Navy
47. Have any tattoos?: no.
48. What is your favorite thing to wear?: jeans
49. What is a must have accessory?: watch
50. How much is the most you've ever spent in a single clothing store?: $100
51. Who's the least fashionable person you know?: I don't know these people.
52. Do you match your belt with your hair color?: I don't wear belts.
53. What is the worst thing you've ever thought looked good?: shortalls
54. How many pairs of shoes do you own?: countless
55. What is the worst trend you see today?: either midriff shirts on people with pot bellies or grills (sorry Paul Wall.)
56. Do you do drugs?: Yes - asperin and Claretin
57. What kind of shampoo do you use?: Pantene and Suave
RANDOM
58. What are you listening to right now?: CSI rerun
59. Name one place you've been today.: Church building
60. Who was the last person you texted?: Erin
61. Who was the last person that called you? Mom
62. Where do you want to get married?: Houston
63. How many chat buddies are online right now?: none
64. What are essentials in your life?: Jesus, water, caffiene, love
65. Do you send out holiday cards each year?: yes
CURRENT:
66. Hair: needs a trim
67. make-up: foundation, blush eye shadow and liner, powder
68. music: anything but country, pretty much
69. mood: tired