As promised...here's some delightful pictures!

My brother and I took our units Christmas caroling last weekend-what a blast! Our singing wasn't that hot, but we sure did look cute!  

Just us girlies...aren't we adorable?

Don and I had a random date last Sunday! We explored the campus of UD and took lots of fun, silly pictures!

I took this one...pretty nice, huh? I like the scenery! (The guy in the picture is pretty cute too!)

I hate falling on ice! Yes friends, I've already fallen this "snow season" already! So maybe I look like an little, old lady...I'm okay with that!

Just us...lookin' cute and silly AND cold!

Okay friends, I think Don could make a magazine with this picture! Who wouldn't want to hire him! Seriously employers...look at him!

Yay for our Printy 2/4 Christmas party! I have learned so much from these girls.

Blowing kisses...just for YOU!

Kirsten, Don, and I went out for a little Christmas dinner last night. We didn't make it to Cincy as planned, but we still had fun!

Kir, thanks for being a wonderful friend and mentor. I love you.

And well, here's a little picture of us in the snow!

I love you all...very much!

Let me leave you with a passage that has really been real to me this past week!

"Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth does not become weary or tired. His understanding is inscrutable. He gives strnegth to the weary, and to him who lacks might He increases power. Though youths grow weary and tired, and vigorous young men stumble badly. Yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength.; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary."

Isaiah 40:28-31

I tried to update with pictures this morning, but it didn't work...so for now, I'm going to show you how much I desire a stress-free environment! I have resorted to taking these silly tests!

This is me friends...

You Belong in New York City

You're an energetic, ambitious woman. And only NYC is fast enough for you. Maybe you'll set yourself up with a killer career Or simply take in all the city has to offer.

You Are A Lily

You are a nurturer and all around natural therapist. People see you as their rock. And they are able to depend on you. You are a soothing influence. You can make people feel better with a few words. Your caring has more of an impact than even you realize.

You are Flat Sandals

Casual yet flirty You look great in a simple top and jeans Your look is approchable and cute!

Guys Like That You're Sensitive

And not in that "cry at a drop of a hat" sort of way You just get most guys - even if you're not trying to Guys find it is easy to confide in you and tell you their secrets No wonder you tend to get close quickly in relationships!

You are a Great Girlfriend

When it comes to your guy, you're very thoughtful But you also haven't stopped thinking of yourself You're the perfect blend of independent and caring You're a total catch - make sure your guy knows it too!

You Are a Skin Deep Sweetheart

You may be supermodel gorgeous or a plain Jane. It really doesn't matter, because you're confident and secure. You don't go out looking like a slob, but you are low maintenance. You have better things to worry about than whether your nails are the right shade!

Your Element is Water

Your power colors: blue and aqua Your energy: deep Your season: winter Like the ocean, you evoke deep feelings and passion. You have an emotional, sensitive, and spiritual soul. A bit mysterious, you tend to be quiet when you are working out a problem. You need your alone time, so that you can think and dream.

Your Reputation Is: Sweet Girl

While you're well known, there's nothing to worry about. You're reputation is mostly good - as good as any rep can be.

You are a Career Girl!

You may not be a CEO yet, but you're well on your way to success. You take your career seriously, and you wouldn't stop working for any guy! An independent woman, you pay for your own car, clothes, and housing. And men appreciate that - at least, the ones as driven as you are.

Your Ideal Marriage Proposal Is

Mutual, after a great conversation about your future and feelings.

You Are Midtown

You love so many things, you don't fit into any one label. Your city girl persona goes to a fancy restaurant one night and a dive bar the next.

What Your Pink Outfit Means

Unsurprisingly, you are very sweet and cute. But you're also a bit of a tease - and not that innocent. Shy but sexy, you're an alluring mix of contradictions. Designer match: BCBG Signature accessory: Tortoise shell sunglasses

Your Nail Polish Color is Pink

How you're unique: You're girly without being high maintenance Why your style rocks: You're the perfect blend of stylish, preppy, and cute What this color says about you: "I am secure enough not to follow every trend"

You Are a White Rose

You represent youthfulness and purity. Your vibe: Sweet and heavenly Falling in love with you: is like falling in love for the first time

That was really random, but kind of theraputic...I think I needed that!

Mad props to my roomie for loving me enough to read through these with me!

Love ya'll! I'll post pics later!

Congratulations to my beautiful friends, Drew and Steph on their engagement! I love you guys...a lot, and I'm so thankful for God's work in your lives--both individually and together!  See people, SGA really does bring people together...for serious, true story!

Thanksgiving break was such a great time. Many memories made, tons of food ate, and lots of presents bought (beaucoup of money spent)! I really wish it could have been longer...I had a wonderful time with my family, Don, and friends!

10 Random thoughts to note:

1. I went to 3 different malls in Pittsburgh over break!

2. The Steelers lost, but we love them anyway.

3. I have all of my Christmas presents bought, and most of them wrapped.

4. I have lots of work to do this week.

5. I have 5 Christmas parties planned to attend in the next 2 weeks.

6. I was glad to be back to see all of my good friends--I love them a lot--they make Cedarville, CEDARVILLE!

7. Printy 2D seems extremely small right now.

8. Coming back from breaks gets harder and harder each time.

9. I have a million pictures to print off from this past semester.

10. My hair seems to be turning really brown...no more baby blonde!

And of course, it wouldn't be a post without pictures!

Me and my mommy...isn't she cute?

Daddy's girl through and through!

My sweetie...

Just us doing laundry...yup, I'm a converted Yankees fan...I guess that was the tradeoff for him adopting a deep devotion for the Steelers! You win some and you lose some!

And well, I just really like this picture, so it's on here...

Love you all...

Wow, it doesn't really come as a surprise to me, or probably even to you, that I hardly update my Xanga anymore! Yikes-I think it's been almost a month and some since I last updated.

Lots has obviously taken place since my last post--but overall, I'd say that God has blessed me in some really neat ways. I feel like I'm constantly learning and growing, and God's Word has spoken numerous truths and encouragements to my heart over the past month. I've been studying in 1 and 2 Samuel, and wow-I feel like those books were written for this specific time in my life. I'm studying the life of David as "a man after God's own heart," and I can't begin to express how much I've learned and grown through that study. God is so good to me, and as always I am so very blessed by the people, experiences, and responsibilities around me.

I wish there was more time in the day. I wish I could spend more time with everyone. I wish I could do do do do do MORE and MORE; however, I've learned that God calls us to BE MORE and DO LESS. I've come to the realization that I can't always balance as many plates as I want to and I certainly can't wear as many hats as I would like; however, I can invest all of my time, energy, and focus into a few things...and do those things WELL. All God really wants is US and OUR hearts, not necessarily all of our service. Don't get me wrong, service is great...but at the end of the day--Jesus is all about wanting us to be more like Mary.

A lot of great things have happened in the past month, so let me ppost a few of those memories with some pictures! Everyone loves pictures!

One of my best friend, Michelle Dawn McCune (Rigel) got married! I don't have any pics from her wedding, but here are some of her guests! Don and I went with Lindsey and Jon--great times!

Aren't they cute?

Oh, and I don't have pictures of this--but I did get to see Karee Leigh at the wedding! YAY-what a great time. We had coffee before she departed for Germany! I can't believe she's gone...and I really can't believe she'll have a baby next time I see her! Exciting! I love you Karee, and I'm praying for you guys!

Then guess what...I went to another wedding! Don's best friend got married in NJ! Oh, and yes-I wore the same outfit!

Us again...looking cute! And yes, it was a BARN! A beautiful one though!

We got to visit Don's family while we were there--here is a picture of some of them!

Then...we had Printy Unit Wars! And well, I'm excited to declare: Printy 2 and 4 were the champions!!! WOOHOO--I love my girls!

Here I am with whip cream all over me and a garbage bag--what a great look!

And US one more time! I'm so thankful for my girls this year! They are constantly changing and growing me!

Then came...FALL BREAK! Yay for Fall Break at my house! (Wait, I think I have my times out of order...oh well-I'm not changing it)!

A Scarecrow between two thorns!

We celebrated my belated birthday at the Cambridge Springs Inn--what a beautiful place!

2 of my most favorite guys in the world!

I thought I would be a better pumpkin carver than Don...

I guess I was wrong...way wrong...he was amazing at this contest!

And lastly, my girls and I went to Applebee's just for fun!

That's it folks! Love you!

A few short thoughts...

I have some really amazing people in my life.

I can't imagine life without my Lord.

God is constantly teaching me new things...praise the Lord He never gives up on us!

The Holy Spirit always has residence in us; however, it's up to us to choose daily to give Him presidence.

God is Sovereign and He wants all of me...may I bless Him with all that He's given me.

Here are some pictures to bring smiles!

My girls-we went bowling with the brothers.

All of us...we had a great time!

Justin thinks he's HOT! PSH!

Don took me out to Thai 9 for my birthday-what a sweetie!

Me sniffin' a pretty flower!

Don attempting to do the same...only not so much

Here are three of my most favorite ladies in the world! We took a road trip to Meg's!

Just us again...bein' crazy!

Karen and I lookin' cute in our hats!

Double Date with Lins and Jon-Bamboo Grill!

We're too cute.

And last, but not least...Meg and I all dressed up for the SR. Class float! I was a teacher...

a scary teacher.

And...I think I'll leave you with that!