the family
Things I Know (the poem version)
I know when a cake is done baking.
I know when my little sister is faking.
I know how to plant little peas in a row.
I know to be kind, for Christ's light will then show.
I know how to act on a stage under lights.
I know what to say when kids are in fights.
I know that my parents are here to listen.
I know that love makes a person worth missin.
I know how to make a nice meal for 13.
I know if I'm wise, good things I will gleen.
I know prayer is something we should all do more.
I know someday I'll see His face, and not help but adore.
I know that school is here for more then just learning.
I know when I'm content my heart goes on yearning.
I know I am loved, and perhaps that is best.
I know Christ died, for me, who would have guested.
I know so many things sometimes it makes me sob.
I know that I hate more than anything, the name Bob.
I know how to give a speech that makes people qwuiver.
I know that there is nothing better to be than a giver.
I know when all else fails it's ok to cry,
I know this is too long, so I will say goodbye.
What do you know?
Hello Blog Readers
Yes, I am talking to you. Yes, the little nerd starring at the screen. How are you doing deep down? Have you taken time to reflect on your life, your actions, your future lately? I encourage you to after you are done reading this post. While your in the mediating state of mind perhaps you should recall this verses to thought:
"By this we know love, because He laid down His life for us. And we also ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. But whoever has this world's goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how doe sthe love of God abide in him? My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth. And by this we know that we are of the truth, and shall assure our hearts before Him."
I John 3:16-19
Verses like that make you think don't they? I mean that, love, it's the thing we have got to do. It's really not a feeling, or something to talk about having, it's just doing.
I had a good day. I hope you all have one too. If not, just think about how good we've all got it really. It should make you feel better.
a mess, and what coffee, milk, and poptarts have to do with it
My life is a mess. Yes, my room being one. I don't know why I can't keep my room clean, but I can't. I believe it may have to do with the fact that no matter how many times I have gotten it back to order I can never organize everything. I mean that if I get my closet done, my desk needs much help. The point is I could spend about 2 days in there deep cleaning, and if I don't do it soon I will go nuts. The issue is that I don't have 2 days any time soon... *shoulders droop*
Then we have school. I have Algebra to finish up. Though I don't have nearly as much as I had when I started the day, I still have work to do before the deadline tomorrow. Also, I have Mr. Pulliam's class assignments this week. The sad thing is that not only do I have the stuff that is due on Friday to get done. I also have the edit my reserach paper and finish a couple other things that haven't been totally accomplished.
Then we have troubles with work. I am yet agian working everyday this week. I bring it upon myself I know, and by the end of the week I will be totally excited that I all the cash, but for now, it just looks bleek.
Alrighty, well I will be ok. I heard from a friend today that it isn't good to vent on my blog. I don't really call this venting though, I would say more... sad release of inner stress.
Anyways, I did have a good day. This morning I was in a fine mood. I got my gardening all done, and the sun took it's toll upon my skin yet again. *big grin*
Oh, about the title. I am at this moment drinking a mug of coffee, a small pink glass of milk and finishing up my blueberry poptart. I need comfort food at a time like this. There are literally papers all over this desk... and it isn't even my desk. Oh, don't get me started again, I will just move on.
I hope you all have a great evening. Don't worry about me, I will be just fine.
a holiday morning
Well, this day
is going to be a good day. Inspite of the fact that I have 3 and a half Algebra tests to get done, despite the fact that I will not be doing any sort of parties nor anything of the nature. *sigh* I am fine.
Ok so last night was the very first time in the history of time that I have worn a long denom skirt to sleep all night. Flo and I got home from church and we hung out for a while with the fam, and then went outside to the camper to sleep. We didn't really plan on being there for the evening, but after a couple hours of deep discussion we just sorta fell in sumbler.
Kez wants to say a few words: ifj3iujbvh7uincxu hukpiomesiuuh93e8iuvcu un ne u 8bxc jkjl ghbil0[oc,e0omi vuj knj vi uhnjvc vcjncu hiu h.
Yeah I agree. She is sitting on my lap right now and screaming about not being able to touch the key board. Her, Mom and I will be the only ones home all day. Needless to say I am a little excited about that. The kids and Dad all are on their way to Grandma's to do some spring cleaning for her and hang out with the cousins. I would be going but, I have responsiblities here.
Mom is going to spend the day going through school supplies and watching all three Lord of the Rings movies. Unfair in every aspect because I haven't even done that, and I am the teenager. *pouty face*
Well I am also going to weed the garden today. Feel free to come join me in my quest if you also have nothing to do on this holiday. Kez needs me to take her up to bed now, so I am going to be off for a moment...
Becca's back. Kez now sleeps upstairs with Jerusha and Sam. This is a big deal because the first night that we tried to make that work, Rushie almost killed Kez by putting a bunch of blankets and stuff over her face. Now they get a long better, so it's all good.
Ok I need to get to work. Thank you all for the odd things that you listed about yourselves, somehow it makes me feel better.
9 odd things about me:
1. I love getting sun burn
2. If I like the beverage I am drinking, I will put it's container (a.k.a the mug, glass, cup etc.) against the side of my face.
3. I paint my toe nails from side to side. Not bottom to top like normal people.
4. I refuse to wear nice shoes. I have recently attempted to release my feet from opressive bondage durnign Sunday morning, graduation, and other such nice events.
5. I only journal in my journal like once a month max. Yet I journal 14 entries a month. Figure that one.
6. When I am mad I start tangently cleaning the kitchen. I don't know what it is. Perhaps it's the noice I can make with the dishes, or the steaming hot water on my skin, or the oppertunity to be left alone (no one will offer to help=)
7. I like to sit outside on the ground in the middle of thunderstorms.
8. I am slightly more dramatic than most.
9. The magozine I read most is the parental one. (Ok, so I don't order them for myself but they are scattered everywhere when I babysit.)
Hey, now it's your turn. What makes you odd?!
Dad's lap top again
Ok so I am sitting here trying to start a paper for worldviews and such, and this fly is driving me
crazy! I can hardly even think. So I decided to vent on my blog for a while. I truly believe that telling people things helps me handle my everyday life annoyances, of which I have many. Anyone who has emotional experiences at all should have a blog so that they can tell the world how they feel. At least that is what I think.
Ok well I really need to get to work on my paper. Thank you for listening. I will try to post again before the night is through, for who knows when I will be done with this.
Still love you guys.
updates, rememberings, challenges, pleadings and encouragments
Hey guys. I won't be here long. I am on Dad's lap top and I only have a couple minutes but I thought I would just post for a sec.
First off I want to say congrats to the grads! I would say more but like I said, I can't. You all did a wonderful job on Saturday with your speeches and your boards and you very beings were just great! You go.
I got to serve punch, and that was fun.
Ok well the coolest part about this week is that I planted my garden. Yes, my family "allows" me to be in charge of the veggie garden. I love it, and as of the last 3 years have had it under my supervision. The problem is that the last 2 years I have left for 14 days to go to ECHO. This year that will not happen, therefore there will be no excuse for the weeds to have a chance to come. I will maintain.
Anyways, you will all have to come and see it. Quite the beauty I think. =)
Another awesome thing about the last 2 days is that I started my own Bible reading program. I think you all should join me. We will read through the Bible in a summer. What better time then now to read through the whole thing and slightly different taste of the Magesty (sp?) of God??!! So 9 chapters a day for 3 and a half months should be perfect. Who's with me?!
Alright, so yes I still have my worldviews paper to get done. 3000 words about what we have covered this year. No biggy. *yeah right*
I also have gotten my room in a mess to organize. See, you know how you have to blow something apart before you can make it orderly? That is where we are at right now.
Well I need to go get off. I have much to do, and little time. Therefore, I shall say good bye to all my blog readers. Thanks again you guys, for being the best commenters ever.
another day goes by
Well everyone, the poem was random and odd. Yet, another day goes by. There were more babies killed in abortion today. There were more people killed and sent to Hell for their sin today. There were more people saved by Christ's blood today.
Yeah, when you think about the world an all the people therein, your small little perspective, whether it went bad or good today, seems rather insignificant.
Yet, just think, today you served the Maker of Heaven. Today, you changed lives with the little things that you said and did, for better or for worse. Today, your "little perspective" was important to Christ our King. What you did today will go down in His book forever.
I have an Alegbra II final to get done. I will be completing that before I go to sleep. I also could clean up the kitchen some before I retire. There is always something to do, and it's just whether I do it or not that makes the difference.
Luke just posted a very informitive post on our family. I don't do that much, so I will let you all read
it.
What do you guys think about playing another game. I know, I know, I love these too much, but they are fun and encouraging, at least for me.
So everyone who posts has to give a inspiriational verse. Not just the reference, the whole thing. And, you have to say something nice about someone you know. (like me) You also need to praise/thank God for something. Ok so that is three things, and I think that this will be cool.
Example:
"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. According to His great mercy He caused us to be born again to a living hope." I Peter 1:4 (I think it's verse 4)
I love my mom. She rocks.
God is so awesome because He not only saves us, but He also cares about all the weird little things that go on in our lives.
The awesome thing is, the goal of the whole of mankind is to glorify God, and we can do that just by smiling. *smile*
Alright, I need to get some work done. Thank you for listening. Smile.
the second of becca's jingle poem things:
Once when I was three
I thought that there was nothing better to be
than a "big girl"
with a schedule that was a whirl.
I wanted a job
And some sotra boy, like Bob.
I wanted to have "cool school"
I wanted my life to rule.
I didn't think that that I would care for Mr. Pig anymore.
I didn't think I would need a balloon to soar.
Yet now as I sit here,
If I were to see myself in my mirror,
I would laugh until I was an odd shade of caushmeer.
See, the "big girl" that I so long wanted to be
Isn't me.
I guess what I am trying to say,
Is that on the strange and average day
I am the same little blue-eyed lass
That I wanted to no longer be, but alas
I am not in the straits I wanted
I have jobs, and school,
but no Bob.
(that is not the point of the poem, by the by)
The point is that I have a ballon in my lap
I am sqweezing it with a hard rap
Because, I am the "big girl" that I so long wanted to be.
Ok so that makes no sense and that is ok. I am just having a very very interesting day.
Talk to you later.
take this peeps!
Your Linguistic Profile:
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75% General American English |
10% Upper Midwestern |
10% Yankee |
5% Dixie |
0% Midwestern |
A Beautiful Monday Morning
Don't days like today make you want to dance for Jesus? *Sigh* it's so inspiring to get up and see the sun lighting up all the green dewy plants. It's amazing to me how much the outdoors affects the way I am for the whole day.
Today is our last Spanish class. I must admit that I will miss Mrs. Steenbergen (sp?). She was a good teacher. Though I think that we will be taking Spanish 2 from her next year so I won't have to say goodbye for long.
I am planning on writing thank you notes today for all the wonderful things I got on my birthday. This is a huge step for me because I
never write thank you notes.
I haven't posted for a while and this morning I was like "I want to post on my blog." Funny how all that works out. I just love talking to you guys. Thanks.
I am trying to figure out my summer schedule and that is quite the nightmare. I am going to be working alot. I will have Mr. Pulliam's writing assignments, and I might be joining the swim team. Yeah that is a new thought, but I really want to get some exercise and disapline into my summer and that is a perfect way to. I will get tanned and fit and everything so that is good. That sad part is that very few people my age are doing it this year, but that might be good because then I will stay more motivated. Anyways, I think they chaged the age this year so now anyone that is 18 or younger can join. So talk to Mrs. Edwards if you want to be on the Gus swin team. We meet for practice 3 mornings a week for two and half hours. The season starts in early June and goes until early August or late July. I haven't decided if I am doing it, but I very well may.
I had my coffee this morning, and I am very happy. I have been a bit more moody lately so be ware.
I am going to have a little graduate recognision(sp?) time here soon. Just not quite yet. It's interesting, but this is the first time any of my very best friends our graduating. Like Valerie and Jen and stuff. I have a ton of friends graduating actually. Like John, Bekah, Emily, Philip, and more. So yeah that will be good. I will be serving punch with Margaret. I like serving punch. It gives an oppertunity for everyone in the room to talk to me. I don't know, I am weird that way.
Ok well I need to clean my room. I have stuff everywhere. Mother said it needed to be totally done when you got back from taking Beth to Chick-Fil-A for her papers and such. Beth got the job so now Luke Beth and I are all working there.
Oh speaking of which, Beth and Luke are leaving in 2 weeks. I will be so sad when they are gone. You are all going to have to do extra specail things for me while they are in ECHO. I am sorta jealous that they get to go. I mean I could have gone if I wanted to, but I just am sad that you know...
Ok well I am going to sign off now. I know this is long but like I said I haven't posted in a while. I still don't have many comments on the play pics. So go and see
them sometime peeps.
Love you guys.
A Celebration
It has been exactly one year since my first blog post. I must admit I owe alot to all of those who have commented. I wouldn't have the blog I have today without you. Anyways, I wanted to take a moment to recognize the importance of this day.
Also, today is Keziah's 9 month birthday. Just think, in three months she will be a whole year old. Wow, it seems like so much longer, and it seems like so much shorter of a time that I have known her.
We are one day closer to being in Heaven, and seeing God's face. *huge smile*
I had a great day yesterday. I got my permit. I drove to Baumer's and to Biblestudy last night. It is all every exciting.
Well I owe a lot to a lot of people who made me feel specail and appresiated. Thank you, you know who you are.
Right now I am at work, and I will be here until 5, so that is why I am not working on school at this moment. Anyway, I hope you all have a good week, and I will chat later. Becca.
What my birthdate means:
Your Birthdate: May 10 |
Your birth on the 10th day of the month adds a tone of independence and extra energy to your life.
The number 1 energy suggest more executive ability and leadership qualities than you path may have indicated.
A birthday on the 10th of any month gives greater will power and self-confidence, and very often a rather original approach.
This 1 energy may diminish your ability and desire to handle details, preferring instead to paint with a broad brush.
You are sensitive, but your feeling stay somewhat repressed.
You have a compelling manner that can be dominating in many situations. |
a test you should all take:
Your #1 Match: ENTJ
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The Executive
You are a natural leader - with confidence and strength that inspires others.
Driven to succeed, you are always looking for ways to gain, power, knowledge, and expertise.
Sometimes you aren't the most considerate person, especially to those who are a bit slow.
You are not easily intimidated - and you have a commanding, awe-inspiring presence.
You would make a great CEO, entrepreneur, or consultant. |
Your #2 Match: ENFJ
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The Giver
You strive to maintain harmony in relationships, and usually succeed.
Articulate and enthusiastic, you are good at making personal connections.
Sometimes you idealize relationships too much - and end up being let down.
You find the most energy and comfort in social situations ... where you shine.
You would make a good writer, human resources director, or psychologist. |
Your #3 Match: ENTP
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The Visionary
You are charming, outgoing, friendly. You make a good first impression.
You possess good negotiating skills and can convince anyone of anything.
Happy to be the center of attention, you love to tell stories and show off.
You're very clever, but not disciplined enough to do well in structured environments.
You would make a great entrpreneur, marketing executive, or actor. |
a good day
Today was are second to last Spanish class. Tomorrow is our very last Chemistry class, and Margaret and I have a final. It also is my birthday. 16th, yup that is very exciting. But I am going to have to work, and I will then go to class. That's ok, I can handle going on with life on my birthday. Even though when I was little I got ahead in all my school so that I could have my birthday off. Plus, since it's so close to being at the end of the school year, I tried to get with school altogether. Of course that didn't always happen, but sometimes.
Anyways, today has been a very nice day. The sun has peeped its head through the clouds sometimes. It is rahter warm, which is fine with me, though I have had to put my hair up, because it was making me sweat.
Now I am planning on running, or working out in some way, and then studying Chem for the rest of the evening. That, and my drivers manual thing. I am going to really really hard to get my permit tomorrow. The sooner I get it, the sooner I am driving by myself. =D
I am going to update my
picture blog with play pictures and such, so you all need to go. You may be in the pictures, so you might want to check them out. Please comment.
I will see you later.
Dear Readers of my Blog:
How are you all doing on this beautiful mother's day? I totally forgot that it was mother's day until my dad mentioned something of it on our way to church. Needless to say I am rather unprepared and will have to get a very nice make up present for her.
I have a challenge for you all. James preached our sermon today from I Peter 1:1-12. I think we should all memorize the passage this afternoon. What would be the harm in spending an hour memorizing scripture. It is a very very awesome peice of Scripture. So just think about it. I will type it all out and encourage you all to memorize it after lunch.
another day
Hello all. I haven't posted anything of real substance in a long time. I do love the poem, but I must admit that it is slightly odd, and well... lacking in the area of intelligance.
Today was an alright day. As usual I spent the morning preparing for my next class. I am going to be so very undiscribably happy when school is out for the summer. I am counting the days.
It just 4 days until my birthday and I am thrilled. I will be 16 as most of you know, and that is very cool. I know tons of people that are older then that, or are that right now, and they don't think it is as cool, which is fine, but I think it is cool, and they can't do anything about it.
So I just got back from hanging out with the friends. We watched a movie, played some poker, and ate at Penn Station. I love that food. I ordered a kids meal, paid 3.68 for it, and had a sandwitch, fries, a lollipop, and as much liquid as I was pleased to consume, which came in a very nice little cup. Anyways, it was a great deal, and John was jealous because he spent way more and didn't get that much more food. He also missed out on the sucker and the cool cup.
Anyways, I am very glad it is another week end. I don't have to think about school for another 2 days. YES.
Well I need some sleep, and I have other things to get done before I awaken. I will see you all later.
good morning. 9my blog isn't working again, so I am trying to reach it by posting)
*big smile*
*hears little jiggle music in the back round* If you are tired and need much sleep but the school list can't be beat just drink coffee and shake your feet OR little baby carrots you must eat! Yes, eat them eat them, you will find they are more delightful then rind and when you can't see anything but spots just eat them they make you stay up lots So, if you are sad and feeling blue Becca Boo knows what to do just eat carrots and you can say thank God for the carrots today! *BIG SMILE* editors note: yes I did come up with this all by myself. thank you. and yes it is 2:15 am
wanted to share...
Since the Pledge of Allegiance
and
The Lord's Prayer
are not allowed in most
public schools anymore
Because the word "God" is mentioned....
A kid in Arizona wrote the attached
NEW School Prayer.
Now I sit me down in school
Where praying is against the rule
For this great nation under God
Finds mention of Him very odd.
If Scripture now the class recites,
It violates the Bill of Rights.
And anytime my head I bow
Becomes a Federal matter now.
Our hair can be purple, orange or green,
That's no offense; it's a freedom scene.
The law is specific, the law is precise.
Prayers spoken aloud are a serious vice.
For praying in a public hall
Might offend someone with no faith at all.
In silence alone we must meditate,
God's name is prohibited by the state.
We're allowed to cuss and dress like freaks,
And pierce our noses, tongues and cheeks.
They've outlawed guns, but FIRST the Bible.
To quote the Good Book makes me liable.
We can elect a pregnant Senior Queen,
And the 'unwed daddy,' our Senior King.
It's "inappropriate" to teach right from wrong,
We're taught that such "judgments" do not belong.
We can get our condoms and birth controls,
Study witchcraft, vampires and totem poles.
But the Ten Commandments are not allowed,
No word of God must reach this crowd.
It's scary here I must confess, When chaos reigns the school's a mess. So, Lord, this silent plea I make: Should I be shot; My soul please take! Amen If you aren't ashamed to do this, Please pass this on. Jesus said, "If you are ashamed of me, I will be ashamed of you before my Father." Not ashamed. Passing this on.
I got this as an email, and it really touched me. I wanted to let you guys see it too.
Proverb of the day:
"Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom though it coast all you have, get understanding. Esteem her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you."Proverbs 4:7-8
Ok I am sorry, but the truth of it is that if it costs sleep, no fun, and a full head of bed, I will get understanding. Do you hear me Mr. Pulliam?! Mrs. Hanson are you listening?! I will conquer.
second day in a row
So I am working again today. At Isaac and Andrew's I mean, which is great I am just very very tired. That's typical I think though, so let's move on.
Well I can't really think of anything intesting to tell you. I think I will post again later but for now I don't have anything else to say. Isaac wants me to to play catch with him and I think will go do that.
what's up?!
Well today is a busy day, and you should all feel privilaged that I am even taking the time to write this out. Just kidding, you all are great, and I don't want to desert you.
Ok well here are a couple things I have learned in the last week or so, that I thought I would share:
-it's best to take a shower between 1 and 4 am because that is when the water presure and temp are most enjoyable.
-going to sleep with your clothes on can be incredibly beneficial if you are awaken 3 minutes before you are supposed to be at work.
-coffee is best warm, and if drunken cold, not nearly as effective (but just as yummy).
-the best thing is the world is people that are trust worthy, yet they are the hardest to comeby and the easiest to loose.
-if you want to know anything at all about Hester Prynne, just let me know, the woman is my new best friend.
-I am in a significantly happier mood when read scripture in the morning. Makes me wonder why I often neglect it.
-Being the same age as your little (or to be more policitcally correct, younger) brother is not as bad when you are 15, in comparison to when you are 7.
-Nothing can light up the room like the smile of a baby.
-People are always looking for a leader, being ready and willing to be one, and to make an effort to serve a team, is the best decision you can make.
-Emails can make my day.
-funny silly songs can make me smile for hours.
-Jesus loves me (ok so I have known that for a long time, but relearn it with every breath I take)
Ok well I am working, otherwise I would try to chat longer. See you all later.
not too much time to chat
Hello. I am trying to figure out why in the world I can't read my blog. I am hoping you all can, but I was thinking maybe I could read it if I post. Anyways that is what I am doing.
hello everybody!
It is a new week, a new month, a new day! I love this, life is moving on. Sure it could be going better, but at least it's moving.
School is coming to a finish and that is so exciting. I love the fact that I will be done with most of my classes by the end of next week. Very very good.
The plays are over. Sad I know, but we shall have a cast party tomorrow, and that will be good. I am thinking that maybe like sometime this month we will have one with just the cast, not like the choir and such, so that we can watch some of the play on film, and exchange pictures and stuff. I don't know, I just think that would be fun.
This week is full of work and school. Last week was full, but it was more fun stuff. I mean I literally saw my greatest friend like every single day. It rocked. This week I will be busy, but not the good kind. That's ok, making money and getting school done are more important then fun at times.
I am turning 16 in like 9 days. I know sorta juvenial to be counting the days, but I did. I have no idea what I want for my birthday.
Ok well it is going on midnight, and I have a draft paper I have got to finish. I will see you all at some point. Thank you for just being supportive.
