Wednesday, October 24, 2007

K... I TOTALLY do this. I think you're a liar if you say you don't too. I just thought I'd share because this is silly. I totally got caught doing this at the office yesterday too! haha... dah well! Made someone smile. ;) See, being an idiot has it's merit!

Friday, October 19, 2007

Fortune Cookies

Haha... I wrote this sooo long ago bored one day at work. I found it the other day (saved to my documents of course) while I was looking for a file.. enjoy:

My translation of what fortune cookie fortunes really mean (because I ate 9 today and then I got bored)…

"You will receive something unexpected in the mail":
Translation: Your cell phone bill is going to be through the roof because you didn’t realize Canada charged roaming fees


"You will be approached with a proposition":
Translation: My Boss is going to ask me to do something that will have me contemplating suicide

"You will meet a new friend":
Translation: “New friend” = Another creepy guy

"You may attend a party where strange customs prevail":
Translation: You will somehow infiltrate a men’s gathering (unnoticed) and watch in horror as they proceed to burp, snarl, fart, high-five each other for being men, and eat till they fall asleep from overload.

"You will travel to an exotic location":
Translation: Nasai Teriyaki in the U-district

"You’ll be invited to dine in an adventurous place":
Translation: A co-worker is taking you to the McDonald’s play space because you are short enough.

...Haha. That's it. The things I do in my free time... ho humm.


Tuesday, October 16, 2007

Wow... I love my youth kids


Wow... just like it says. Wow... I love my youth kids. So weird; I uploaded some pics from youth conference to my computer at work this morning. About 10 minutes later this woman walks over (business related question of course) and we get to chatting. I find a way to weasle talk about the kids into the convo so I can show her these pics. ;) Amazing. Just amazing, I almost teared up when I was showing her this pic. I am just so proud of all of them. Man. Seeing God's hand in their lives. Oh... ok, I am almost tearing as I type. Compose yourself Jessica!!! Get it together. They are just so wonderful. They have just touched my heart and I absolutely want to see them live for Christ and not fall away into the pressures they face everyday at school and at home. Oh my gosh. They just hit me.


I had my hesitations going to this youth group the first time. I just settled into a routine at Mars Hill and I'd never really been to an AG church before. I was nervous that I wouldn't be good enough for these kids, that I wouldn't have the words for them. I saw this girl that first night. She was so timid, so shy, and completely lacking confidence. She sings in the worship band and never holds the mic close enough to her mouth. You barely hear her voice resonate. As soon as I met this beautiful girl, I knew I couldn't stop coming. I knew I had to be there. That girl was me when I was younger. That was me. I don't want any of these girls to face the trials and temptations I've seen in my life. I don't want them to learn the hard way that only the Lord fills... that that's not just something we say, but that its real. Oh man. I pray for them everyday. And I pray that God will give me the words. I just pray.

Monday, October 8, 2007

When does waiting become being left behind?

Writing in pink because the text demands it:

My philosophy on love has always been... wait. Be Patient. Don't waste time on boys that you can't be with long-term and don't settle for less than butterflies. Fair enough, right? Well... now I feel like I am being left behind. At my best friends bridal shower yesterday all anyone could talk about was "my boyfriend this, my boyfriend that... and so and so has this many babies." I mean, I'm not trying to have a family tomorrow, but I'm turning 25 in a month. ...third consecutive birthday/holiday season being single. I'm just kind of sick of it. I'm a good gf. Why is dating so hard? It seems to be so easy for everyone else.

...I dunno... I'm so sick of cool Christian guys not asking me out!! I give up. I don't know anymore. I just feel like everyone is moving on and I'm getting left behind in the single pool by myself. Gosh... I feel like that pathetic desperate 30 something. Ugh. I hate this.

Tuesday, October 2, 2007

Seasons Change...

Summer is gone, it totally is. It's been rainy and windy the last couple of days and I LOVE it. Makes me want to cuddle up with a book and a hot cocoa. Can't wait for Christmas!! Peppermint mocha look out, I am gonna drink ya!! haha...

This is my joyful entry. I had such a great evening last night. My good friend did a huge favor for me and my family. I am so grateful for my true friends, because of this person I was able to attend my much missed community group. I was really filled with God's love last night and able to soak in Christian fellowship. Ahh. Deep breath. It was good.

I digress... I opened my window last night and listened to the rain as I fell asleep. Love it. It's so soothing. Something about the sound of water (the ocean, rain, rivers) that just gives you peace. Anyway, seasons change... I feel a season changing in my life. Not sure what that means exactly, but something is on the horizon for me.



Whoever reads this, I love all of you. ;) Muah.

Monday, October 1, 2007

Giving Time...

I face the challenge of being a project leader at work for our Community Service efforts. This project I took on voluntarily, in fact was REALLY excited about it. It's sad that while these events have shown me how much love there is for our community it's also shown me the inherent selfishness of most people. I am always thankful for the volunteers that do commit, whatever their motive, but the fraction of people that respond to these efforts is small. Even if you don't feel convicted by Christ's call for us to love our neighbors, how can you not be so thankful for the blessings in your life?? If you live in this country, in the Seattle area more specifically, why don't you have a heavy heart for those less fortunate?? It weighs on me. I have to remember not to get so emotionally involved.

I'm still so grateful that God gave me a heart that loves.

"Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one that wants to borrow from you."

~Matthew 5:42