It's a Monday evening, and I'm chilling out in my dorm. It's been a bit over a month (August 27th) since I moved out, and I can definitely say its been the total breath of fresh air that I was looking for. To be able to run my life, and know that I'm in charge of my schedule, my money, setting meetings and appointments, making phone calls and everything else that comes along with the responsibility of living alone, has given me loads of self-confidence.
I really like Crossroads College's housing setup and campus life arrangement. They have townhouses, each one with 6 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, in-house (free) washing machines and dryers, and a full kitchen (oven, microwave, dishwasher, sink, refrigerator, freezer, cookware, etc.). This means that I have my own bedroom/living space. It's about 12x8'. I really like it! The reason the school provides a full kitchen is because they don't have any food program, so all students have to do their own cooking/provide their own meals. This too has been a fun learning experience for me so far, learning how to grocery shop, look for deals and sales, and cook and prepare meals for myself. I can't really say I've done any honest-t0-God cooking, but I do make grilled cheese and tomato soup, spaghetti, and soups for lunch or supper, and I'm eating cereal (generic brand of course... its so much cheaper!), bagels and oatmeal for breakfast. So I'm keeping a fairly steady diet, although its somewhat devoid of any meat right now. I still have a bag of frozen chicken breasts in the freezer... I really should pull those out and try those. I just always put it off because they take like half an hour to cook or something, and usually when I want to eat, I want to eat NOW. Oh well, I'll try it sooner or later.
Classes are going very well, I'm not feeling any stress whatsoever from everything. I'm taking 13 credits this semester, and I can definitely say that unless things get unbearably stressful towards the end of the semester, I can totally see myself taking up a fifth class. I've got four 3-credit courses and a one credit Freshman seminar which is kinda fun, but mostly boring and seemingly pointless. I would much rather replace that time with another 3 credit course. I'm also looking into CLEP courses to get ahead in stuff, which would be utterly beyond cool.
I filled up my car for under $40 today, which is the first time I have EVER done that. I've been watching the price of crude oil as well as the price at the pump, because its been slowly but surely going down the past week and a half or so. I decided that I would fill up if/when it got below $3.30, and sure enough, this morning it was $3.29! $37. 15. Still way too freaking much, IMO, but a heck of a lot better than the $4.15+ I would pay in Wisconsin over the summer.
Things with Amanda are going really well too right now. She is such a fun girl to talk to, and I love reliving all the memories we've had together, as well as talking about all our hopes and dreams for the future, all while striving to put God first in our lives as individuals and together as a couple. I feel that we've never really, truly done that as a couple up until really after she went home at the end of the summer. The difference that God's blessing brings is truly a beautiful and joyful experience! I cannot wait to see her again, which will be in 87 days, on December 27, through January 4, in Louisiana.
Work is going well, too. I've been really good about getting up early and getting to work on time. It's pretty hard waking up at 6am some days, but I've only had two days where I haven't managed to pull myself out of bed so far; a far better track record than my serious time management issues I had this spring, when I would rarely be on time. I'm scheduled to put in 20 hours a week, but I think my paycheck will show something more like 21-22 hours a week, thanks to my arriving early consistently, and staying an extra 5 or 10 minutes past on some days. It feels good to know you're meeting your expectations, holding your own, and staying afloat in what anyone wouldn't hesitate to call a busy life.
So yep, thats a general summary of the larger things going on in life right now. Hopefully I'll update this thing with at least somewhat regularity. It takes me a few days between when I start and finish a blog, which is why I'm posting a blog about Monday night on Wednesday morning. :P Thank God for the save button! (Jesus saves too, you know. :P)
Love!
Monday, September 29, 2008
Monday, September 22, 2008
9-22-08
Do you ever watch hockey on TV?
Rarely. Very rarely. Its actually a pretty cool sport to watch in person though.
When was the last time you received bad news?
This morning, when I saw oil at $108 a barrel and rising... higher gas prices, here we come.
Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotels?
I have before, but I don't make a habit of it.
Have you ever done it in a hotel room?
Nope. Abstinence is for lovers.
Have you ever stolen a street sign before?
Never
Do you like to use post-it notes?
Yes I do! I'm very much a list-maker and note-maker, so I use stuff like sticky notes, post it notes and the like quite often.
Do you cut out coupons but then never use them?
Typically I have a reason if I cut it out. So, no.
Would you rather die from a big bear or a swarm of a bees?
Probably a big bear. Just seems like it would be faster. And more manly.
Do you always smile for pictures?
Yes. :)
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Doctors that smoke, and more often it seems, people who don't use their turn signal. OH, and people who fold up their books, unzip/zip their backpacks, click their pens shut and make other similar noises when the teacher is still talking at the end of class. How rude of you people!!! :O
Do you sleep with your sheets tucked in or out?
Tucked out... untucked.
Do you ever count your steps when you walk?
I used to, but not as much any more.
Have you ever peed in the woods?
All the time in boy scouts, haha.
Pooped in the woods?
Mhm. Though not as often.
Do you ever dance even when there's no music playing?
No? I don't think so.
Do you like tongue rings?
No, I consider them a little bit on the trashy side.
Ever talk on a cell phone in a public bathroom?
Not that I can think of.
Do you like popcorn from those big tins?
Yes I do! Cheddar, caramel, white cheddar, chocolate covered, kettle, extra butter... jumbo variety tins are holiday goodness. :)
What is your "Song of the week"?
This week, probably “Baby, You Wouldn't Last a Minute on the Creek” by Chiodos. WHAT a chorus!!
Is it okay for guys to wear pink?
Of course.
Do you still watch cartoons?
No way.
Whats your favorite scary movie?
Haven't really seen that many.
Where would you bury hidden treasure if you had some?
I'd probably bury it somewhere........
What do you drink with dinner?
Milk at home, green tea at church, water at restaurants. With almost astonishing regularity and consistency. :P
What do you dip a chicken nugget in?
Honey mustard, BBQ, Ranch. Though I don't usually eat chicken nuggets any more.
What is your favorite food/cuisine?
PASTA and CHICKEN
Last person you kissed/kissed you?
Amanda
Were you ever a boy/girl scout?
*Eagle Scout* :)
Ever go skinny dipping?
In the shower and tub.
When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper?
Ummm... its been a while. Most likely when I wrote Amanda one at camp.
Can you change the oil on a car?
No, but I'd definitely be willing to learn.
Ever gotten a speeding ticket?
One. $170. December 10th or so, 9:30 PM ish, in Alexandria, Louisiana. 65 In a 50.
Ran out of gas?
Nope, but I've probably come pretty darn close a number of times. Especially since I got my car in April.
Favorite kind of sandwich?
Anything with meat and a lot of fresh veggies on it. Green or red pepper, lettuce, tomato, cucumber... delicious!
Who is better...Leno or Letterman?
Leno I guess, though I don't really watch either of them ever, 'cept for if something shows up on youtube.
Ever watch soap operas?
NEV.ER. (And I'm really glad Amanda doesn't any more :P)
Afraid of heights?
I've been over 12,000 feet above sea level, on a mountain top. I'd say not.
Sing in the car?
Almost always.
Dance in the shower?
Nope. I shower at 6 in the morning, and its to wake me up, not so I can enjoy water dancing.
Dance in the car?
Occasionally.
Ever used a gun?
Many a time, though oddly not once at Fort.
Last time you got a portrait taken by a photographer?
Professional photographer and actually pay money for it? Senior pictures... Fall of '06.
Do you think musicals are cheesy?
Not really, though I wouldn't consider myself a big fan by any means.
Is Christmas stressful?
Not really.
Favorite type of fruit pie?
Hmmmm. Strawberry or peach.
Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid?
Professional football player, radio sports announcer or talk show host, and probably some other stuff I don't remember.
Do you believe in ghosts?
Just the holy one.
Ever have a Deja-vu feeling?
Sometimes, yeah.
Take a vitamin daily?
No
Wear slippers?
You bet. Wearing them now. But they are starting to really get worn out. Hopefully they'll last until Christmas, when I hope to get a new pair.
Wear a bath robe?
Nope. When I commute across the hall from my room to the shower, I just wear my boxers with my towel draped over my shoulders
What do you wear to bed?
Boxers. As it gets colder, I'll probably add a T-shirt.
Your First Concert?
Thousand Foot Krutch phenomenon tour, with Falling Up and maybe another band that I can't think of.
Wal-Mart, Target or K-Mart?
Target, definitely.
Nike or Adidas?
Nike I guess. No preference, really.
Cheetos Or Fritos?
Cheetos usually.
Ever been in love?
I like to think so.
Who would you like to see in concert?
I'd love to see the Devil Wears Prada again. I'd love to see David Crowder again. Oh man, I'd love to see Copeland and MuteMath. I'd definitely see Eisley again. Those are just off the top of my head.
Hot tea or cold tea?
Either, neither or both.
Ever ran around outside without a shirt?
Yes.
Favorite kind of cookie?
Oatmeal chocolate chip, maybe. Or these cherry-chocolate choo-choos (I know, its a silly name) that mom makes. Chocolate chocolate chip cookies with cherries in them. Fantastic. Also, mint-chocolate chip cookies.
Can you swim well?
Actually, no.
Can you hold your breath without manually holding your nose?
Yes
Are you patient?
More so than the average person, I'd say.
Band or DJ?
Band
Ever had plastic surgery?
No
Belly Ring vs Nipple Rings?
Neither, though I much prefer the former to the latter.
Best room for a fireplace?
Living room. This is kind of a random question if you think about it...
Are you married?
I will be one day.
Do you cry and throw a fit until you get your own way?
Not really
Do you have kids?
No
Do you want kids?
Yes, someday.
What's your favorite colors?
Blue
Do you miss anyone right now?
Yes, very much.
What are you doing?
Taking this survey and talking to Amanda and Andrew :)
Why is your number one your number one?
Amanda, because she's my best friend, we can talk about anything, she's funny, talented, beautiful, caring, creative and my girlfriend!
What are you doing tonight?
Going to Fusion and talking to Amanda.
Could you ever live with anyone on your top friends (on Myspace)?
Yeah
Do you think things will change next year now that you're older?
Yes. Next year I'll be 21. Wow. Who knows what else will be different.
Last person to make you smile?
Andrew
Have you ever had your heart broken?
I don't know. Probably.
Ever kissed your number 1 on MySpace?
Yes
Where were you at 11:00 last night?
At home, online.
If you're sleeping and someone calls you what do you say?
I usually say “hello” or “hey” a couple times before I answer the phone to hear what I sound like, and then even if I sound really terrible, I'll still answer the phone. :P
Ever receive a really long apology?
Yes.
Feel like talking to someone that you haven't in a while?
Nobody in particular, but sure.
Is it easy for someone to make you smile?
Yes!
Who did you hug last?
Ummm.... Mom probably.
Are you mad at the last person who called you?
No, LOL. It was a financial advisor, to schedule a meeting.
Do you still talk to the person you last kissed?
Yes
Expecting something to change in the next month?
Just the usual. The weather, me, people, the economy... stuff.
Ready for winter to come?
No. But I AM ready for December 27th to come. ;)
If you could move out of the house right now would you?
Its been one month since I did so. LOVING IT!!!
Ever licked someone's cheek?
lol, yes
Has anyone disappointed you recently?
Yes.
Were you an honor roll student in school?
I was home schooled K-12.
Have you ever slept in a bed with the opposite sex?
Just my sisters, when I was younger.
Does it take a lot to make you cry?
Yeah.
What do you have planned for tonight?
Studying and talking to people.
Does the last person you held hands with mean alot to you?
Yes, very much so.
Do you know what you're wearing tomorrow?
Nope
Have you ever been around someone who was high?
Not that I'm aware of, though I guess it wouldn't surprise me.
When is your birthday?
June 11
If you could have anything right now what would it be?
To be with Amanda, here.
How's your heart lately?
Awesome, with a few exceptions.
Are you a forgiving person?
Yes
How ticklish are you?
Rather.
How is your hair?
Brown.
Honestly has anyone ever seen you in your underwear?
Guys.
Have you fixed friendships with anyone lately?
Nope
Do you smoke weed?
Never
Last person you drove in a car with under the age of 21?
Uhmmm, probably one of my sisters
Does anyone call you babe?
No
Do you have any tattoo/piercings?
Zero.
Who were the last people you went out to eat with?
Mom.
Where is the last place you went?
Intro to Business class.
Single, in a relationship, or talking?
In a Relationship
Rarely. Very rarely. Its actually a pretty cool sport to watch in person though.
When was the last time you received bad news?
This morning, when I saw oil at $108 a barrel and rising... higher gas prices, here we come.
Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotels?
I have before, but I don't make a habit of it.
Have you ever done it in a hotel room?
Nope. Abstinence is for lovers.
Have you ever stolen a street sign before?
Never
Do you like to use post-it notes?
Yes I do! I'm very much a list-maker and note-maker, so I use stuff like sticky notes, post it notes and the like quite often.
Do you cut out coupons but then never use them?
Typically I have a reason if I cut it out. So, no.
Would you rather die from a big bear or a swarm of a bees?
Probably a big bear. Just seems like it would be faster. And more manly.
Do you always smile for pictures?
Yes. :)
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Doctors that smoke, and more often it seems, people who don't use their turn signal. OH, and people who fold up their books, unzip/zip their backpacks, click their pens shut and make other similar noises when the teacher is still talking at the end of class. How rude of you people!!! :O
Do you sleep with your sheets tucked in or out?
Tucked out... untucked.
Do you ever count your steps when you walk?
I used to, but not as much any more.
Have you ever peed in the woods?
All the time in boy scouts, haha.
Pooped in the woods?
Mhm. Though not as often.
Do you ever dance even when there's no music playing?
No? I don't think so.
Do you like tongue rings?
No, I consider them a little bit on the trashy side.
Ever talk on a cell phone in a public bathroom?
Not that I can think of.
Do you like popcorn from those big tins?
Yes I do! Cheddar, caramel, white cheddar, chocolate covered, kettle, extra butter... jumbo variety tins are holiday goodness. :)
What is your "Song of the week"?
This week, probably “Baby, You Wouldn't Last a Minute on the Creek” by Chiodos. WHAT a chorus!!
Is it okay for guys to wear pink?
Of course.
Do you still watch cartoons?
No way.
Whats your favorite scary movie?
Haven't really seen that many.
Where would you bury hidden treasure if you had some?
I'd probably bury it somewhere........
What do you drink with dinner?
Milk at home, green tea at church, water at restaurants. With almost astonishing regularity and consistency. :P
What do you dip a chicken nugget in?
Honey mustard, BBQ, Ranch. Though I don't usually eat chicken nuggets any more.
What is your favorite food/cuisine?
PASTA and CHICKEN
Last person you kissed/kissed you?
Amanda
Were you ever a boy/girl scout?
*Eagle Scout* :)
Ever go skinny dipping?
In the shower and tub.
When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper?
Ummm... its been a while. Most likely when I wrote Amanda one at camp.
Can you change the oil on a car?
No, but I'd definitely be willing to learn.
Ever gotten a speeding ticket?
One. $170. December 10th or so, 9:30 PM ish, in Alexandria, Louisiana. 65 In a 50.
Ran out of gas?
Nope, but I've probably come pretty darn close a number of times. Especially since I got my car in April.
Favorite kind of sandwich?
Anything with meat and a lot of fresh veggies on it. Green or red pepper, lettuce, tomato, cucumber... delicious!
Who is better...Leno or Letterman?
Leno I guess, though I don't really watch either of them ever, 'cept for if something shows up on youtube.
Ever watch soap operas?
NEV.ER. (And I'm really glad Amanda doesn't any more :P)
Afraid of heights?
I've been over 12,000 feet above sea level, on a mountain top. I'd say not.
Sing in the car?
Almost always.
Dance in the shower?
Nope. I shower at 6 in the morning, and its to wake me up, not so I can enjoy water dancing.
Dance in the car?
Occasionally.
Ever used a gun?
Many a time, though oddly not once at Fort.
Last time you got a portrait taken by a photographer?
Professional photographer and actually pay money for it? Senior pictures... Fall of '06.
Do you think musicals are cheesy?
Not really, though I wouldn't consider myself a big fan by any means.
Is Christmas stressful?
Not really.
Favorite type of fruit pie?
Hmmmm. Strawberry or peach.
Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid?
Professional football player, radio sports announcer or talk show host, and probably some other stuff I don't remember.
Do you believe in ghosts?
Just the holy one.
Ever have a Deja-vu feeling?
Sometimes, yeah.
Take a vitamin daily?
No
Wear slippers?
You bet. Wearing them now. But they are starting to really get worn out. Hopefully they'll last until Christmas, when I hope to get a new pair.
Wear a bath robe?
Nope. When I commute across the hall from my room to the shower, I just wear my boxers with my towel draped over my shoulders
What do you wear to bed?
Boxers. As it gets colder, I'll probably add a T-shirt.
Your First Concert?
Thousand Foot Krutch phenomenon tour, with Falling Up and maybe another band that I can't think of.
Wal-Mart, Target or K-Mart?
Target, definitely.
Nike or Adidas?
Nike I guess. No preference, really.
Cheetos Or Fritos?
Cheetos usually.
Ever been in love?
I like to think so.
Who would you like to see in concert?
I'd love to see the Devil Wears Prada again. I'd love to see David Crowder again. Oh man, I'd love to see Copeland and MuteMath. I'd definitely see Eisley again. Those are just off the top of my head.
Hot tea or cold tea?
Either, neither or both.
Ever ran around outside without a shirt?
Yes.
Favorite kind of cookie?
Oatmeal chocolate chip, maybe. Or these cherry-chocolate choo-choos (I know, its a silly name) that mom makes. Chocolate chocolate chip cookies with cherries in them. Fantastic. Also, mint-chocolate chip cookies.
Can you swim well?
Actually, no.
Can you hold your breath without manually holding your nose?
Yes
Are you patient?
More so than the average person, I'd say.
Band or DJ?
Band
Ever had plastic surgery?
No
Belly Ring vs Nipple Rings?
Neither, though I much prefer the former to the latter.
Best room for a fireplace?
Living room. This is kind of a random question if you think about it...
Are you married?
I will be one day.
Do you cry and throw a fit until you get your own way?
Not really
Do you have kids?
No
Do you want kids?
Yes, someday.
What's your favorite colors?
Blue
Do you miss anyone right now?
Yes, very much.
What are you doing?
Taking this survey and talking to Amanda and Andrew :)
Why is your number one your number one?
Amanda, because she's my best friend, we can talk about anything, she's funny, talented, beautiful, caring, creative and my girlfriend!
What are you doing tonight?
Going to Fusion and talking to Amanda.
Could you ever live with anyone on your top friends (on Myspace)?
Yeah
Do you think things will change next year now that you're older?
Yes. Next year I'll be 21. Wow. Who knows what else will be different.
Last person to make you smile?
Andrew
Have you ever had your heart broken?
I don't know. Probably.
Ever kissed your number 1 on MySpace?
Yes
Where were you at 11:00 last night?
At home, online.
If you're sleeping and someone calls you what do you say?
I usually say “hello” or “hey” a couple times before I answer the phone to hear what I sound like, and then even if I sound really terrible, I'll still answer the phone. :P
Ever receive a really long apology?
Yes.
Feel like talking to someone that you haven't in a while?
Nobody in particular, but sure.
Is it easy for someone to make you smile?
Yes!
Who did you hug last?
Ummm.... Mom probably.
Are you mad at the last person who called you?
No, LOL. It was a financial advisor, to schedule a meeting.
Do you still talk to the person you last kissed?
Yes
Expecting something to change in the next month?
Just the usual. The weather, me, people, the economy... stuff.
Ready for winter to come?
No. But I AM ready for December 27th to come. ;)
If you could move out of the house right now would you?
Its been one month since I did so. LOVING IT!!!
Ever licked someone's cheek?
lol, yes
Has anyone disappointed you recently?
Yes.
Were you an honor roll student in school?
I was home schooled K-12.
Have you ever slept in a bed with the opposite sex?
Just my sisters, when I was younger.
Does it take a lot to make you cry?
Yeah.
What do you have planned for tonight?
Studying and talking to people.
Does the last person you held hands with mean alot to you?
Yes, very much so.
Do you know what you're wearing tomorrow?
Nope
Have you ever been around someone who was high?
Not that I'm aware of, though I guess it wouldn't surprise me.
When is your birthday?
June 11
If you could have anything right now what would it be?
To be with Amanda, here.
How's your heart lately?
Awesome, with a few exceptions.
Are you a forgiving person?
Yes
How ticklish are you?
Rather.
How is your hair?
Brown.
Honestly has anyone ever seen you in your underwear?
Guys.
Have you fixed friendships with anyone lately?
Nope
Do you smoke weed?
Never
Last person you drove in a car with under the age of 21?
Uhmmm, probably one of my sisters
Does anyone call you babe?
No
Do you have any tattoo/piercings?
Zero.
Who were the last people you went out to eat with?
Mom.
Where is the last place you went?
Intro to Business class.
Single, in a relationship, or talking?
In a Relationship
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