Life

Ok, i'm not even going to lie- life has been CRAZY!! Stuff at home has been pretty tough and it's reallllly starting to affect me. I'll be sitting in class and just all the sudden be thinking about what's going on and it's really tough. I've gotten to the point now where I'm a little indifferent to it, but it's still really hard at times. Most days I'm okay, then other days someone will say something sarcastic or rude to me and I feel like I'm about to just go off on them. I don't want people to be like "Whoa! She's mean!"...I'm just going through some pretty intense stuff and i don't feel like putting up with it right now b/c i feel like my patience is wearing down.
Like, i said, most of the time I can go throughout my day and be fine...like today :)...but every once and a while it's really tough just to make it through the day.

But, God is still in control and this whole situation is in His hands...that's a relief to know! :)

Rachel's Crown

This year for Homecoming all of the girls are going to be wearing tiaras. Not all of the girls had one so Mrs. Warnock said she would bring hers and Rachel's up for soemone to wear. I was really shocked when she said "Rachel's" because Rachel is Mrs. Warnock's deceased daughter. She was an ETCS graduate who was tragically killed in a car wreck when she was in her early 20's. She was an AMAZING young woman of God who was COMPLETELY on fire for Him and who radiated Christ's love to EVERYONE she came in contact with. Everyone loved Rachel because she made them feel so special and loved. She was truly of a servant of the King who lead many to Him. I knew that to be able to wear Rachel's crown at homecoming would be an honor.

Alex walked into my first period class and handed me a tiara and said, "This is Rachel's so be really careful with it." My heart leaped when she told me it was Rachel's. All last night I was thinking and talking to God about how much I'd love to be able to wear her tiara because the way she lived her life is the way i want to live mine and be remembered by.

WOW

O my goodness!! Today's chapel was on the subject of abortion. It was sooo powerful and had me in tears. At the end of the service Mrs. Warnock (the founder of the school and the one who gave the message) called me up front.She told every one that I had felt the Lord calling me to fight for the lives of the unborn and become a part of the Pro-Life movement. She said that she wanted to pray for me. She then asked my Bible teacher, Mr. Anderson the come up and pray over me. He prayed that doors would be opened and that I would be able to go places that I shouldn't be able to in the natural but would through Him.
After chapel Mr. Gillis walked up to me and was like, "I'm proud of you, Kiersten, and will be praying you. I know you are going to do something good...something big!".
That was nice of him...

Afterward they prayed for me in chapel I felt so blessed. I really do feel like God has called me to stand up and be a voice. He has given me a burning passion and a heart determined to make a difference. I am excited to see what the future holds.

Half Way Through

I am half way through this school year and so far it hasn't been too bad. Computer Lit has been pretty fun- we've done blogging and have learned how to use Microsoft Word in a more efficient way. The blogging part was my favorite because I loved getting a grade on doing something that I love to do. The Microsoft portion of teaching was really cool too because Pautsch taught us how to create really neat resumes, newsletters, and job application packets.
It's been fun so far! Good job, Pautsch ! :)
Hope we haven't scared you out of teaching anymore lol.

Back in town

I just got back in town yesterday evening from going and staying with my beloved friend, Mrs. Teresa. We had a wonderful time together and I'm already starting to miss her :( I don't get to see her as often as I'd like, so every time I do it's a treat. She is an amazing woman of God who is a spiritual mother and mentor to me. I love her bunches and love getting to spend time with her, and listen to her teach me about the Word. In my opinion, it's so very important for young people to have someone in their life like that, that can teach then and mentor them.
I have been so blessed to have people in my life like this that pour into me and show me the love of Christ. I LOVE how God chooses to reveal Himself and His love to us through other Believers.

After getting settled in back home I went to Walmart to go get a couple things there. It was sooooo funny because when I was standing in the snack isle looking for those tasty lil 100 calorie snack packs, these two African American guys walked up to me. The first guy was like, "Ma'am, i just wanted to tell you that you are really beautiful! I saw you when you walked by, and I was like 'she is pretty!'. I just thought I'd tell you."
I was like, "Thank you, that's sweet of you. I appreciate it." I was hoping that would be the end, but he had different plans lol. He then proceeded to ask me where i went to school and what I liked to do for fun. I tried to come up with something boring so he'd lose interest but he didn't lol. He told me that he went to Kilgore College and that he had just turned 20 this past Monday. Then he asked me if we could get together some time; when he saw my hesitation he threw in "just as friends" LOL. He was like, "maybe you'd like to take down my number, or I could have yours?". I was kinda surprised that he kept on so i was like, "Well, about the whole hanging out thing: I'm not exactly sure how my dad would feel about that, but he's here somewhere if you want to talk to him.". Then he said something bout how he wasn't properly dressed so he really didn't want to lol.
I couldn't find my dad, so i just took him to my mom...who was easier to find. She explained to him that it probably wasn't going to happen, and he was a good sport bout it. The whole thing was just a little funny to me.... He was REALLY cute tho and had a gorgeous smile and if i had been a couple years older i would have probably given him my number LOL.
So, that my friends, was my amusement for the night!!

Ouch!

Ok, so i was playing with my precious baby cousin Caedon today when he decided to throw his head back and whack my nose. I heard a crunch/cracking sound and i almost started to panic. I got a little light headed but was able to pull myself together rather quickly. You know how bad it would have stunk to have a broken nose right before Homecoming? LOL. Thankfully it wasn't broken and it's pretty much fine now...just EXTREMELY sore. I know he most likely wasn't trying to hurt me so i wasn't upset at all; just scared that it would be jacked up for Homecoming lol. Knowing my luck something like that would be very possible to happen the week before LOL j.k.

I've been a little light-headed today and i'm not exactly sure why...i have a pretty bad headache too and feel a little less than tops. But, i have gotten to spend time with not only my beloved Friend, but also my wonderful Grandparents, Greatgrands, Aunt, and cousin so it's not too bad :) I'll take a lil medicine and it'll be aight.

Got to go for now ! Later, you guys! :)

The Weight Has Been Lifted!! :)

I AM THROUGH WITH EXAMS!!! It's a LOAD off mentally and now I am free to enjoy my weekend! :) Which I completely intend to do- i am leaving today to go and spend some time with my friend in Shreveport. I haven't gotten to see her in a while so I'm really looking forward to our time together.

Today i took my Geomoetry and Biology exams. The Geometry went a lil iffy, and I'm a tad concerned for my grade...I'll find out later this weekend.
Biology was swell though and i made a high grade on it. You did a great job making it, Pautsch :) I think that was my highest grade out of all my finals that i took.
Before taking it I was a little worried, b/c I really didn't put in the study time I had planned...my fault lol

Two Down- One to Go!!

I have just completed my second of three days of exams. So far I really haven't studied that much for any of my exams; i have just sorta been "winging" them. Not the best thing in the world I know, but when it's between that and getting adequate sleep I prefer to go with the latter. I know that's not that's not a good habit to get into (not studying very much), but right now I know I need to keep from stressing myself about studying. I'm still making high A's on them; so to me it's not worth killing myself to just score 3 points higher. They have all been A's so far so I'm pretty much content with them. The final two that I have tomorrow I will DEFINITELY be studying for : Geometry and Biology. I have convinced myself to not stress or worry about either, but i will for sure be putting in some studying time!!!

Back to Black

Last night I dyed my hair dark again. I really wanted to go back to the maroon tinted color I dyed it last time, but because of the color of my homecoming dress I didn't think the maroon was such a good idea this time. So I decided to go with a dark brown...then changed my mind b/c of a color I had seen on one of my friends. She had gone with a soft black and it turned out really pretty so I decided to go that route instead. Mine turned out darker than I expected but after a little while to get used to it, I didn't think it was too bad. I actually kind of like it now. I was able to keep a little of my red tint in it so that made me happy :)


Right now I am at school...it's the first of three of our exam days. I already finished my Comp. Lit finals so I'm free to just chill now...thanks Pautsch :)

I'm really tired and I ran out of time to eat breakfast so I don't really have a lot of energy right now. That doesn't matter though b/c today is a half day so I get to leave at noon *Hallelujah!!!*
Bad part is, I have to spend the extra time I have at home, studying for my Bible and History exams that I'm taking tomorrow. :( Oh well, I'm still happy that I'm getting out early :))))))

Psalm 27

Psalm 27
A Psalm of David.

1 The LORD is my light and my salvation;
Whom shall I fear?
The LORD is the strength of my life;
Of whom shall I be afraid?

2 When the wicked came against me
To eat up my flesh,
My enemies and foes,
They stumbled and fell.

3 Though an army may encamp against me,
My heart shall not fear;
Though war may rise against me,
In this I will be confident.

4 One thing I have desired of the LORD,
That will I seek:
That I may dwell in the house of the LORD
All the days of my life,
To behold the beauty of the LORD,
And to inquire in His temple.

5 For in the time of trouble
He shall hide me in His pavilion;
In the secret place of His tabernacle
He shall hide me;
He shall set me high upon a rock.

6 And now my head shall be lifted up above my enemies all around me;
Therefore I will offer sacrifices of joy in His tabernacle;
I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the LORD.

7 Hear, O LORD, when I cry with my voice!
Have mercy also upon me, and answer me.

8 When You said, “Seek My face,”
My heart said to You, “Your face, LORD, I will seek.”

9 Do not hide Your face from me;
Do not turn Your servant away in anger;
You have been my help;
Do not leave me nor forsake me,
O God of my salvation.

10 When my father and my mother forsake me,
Then the LORD will take care of me.

11 Teach me Your way, O LORD,
And lead me in a smooth path, because of my enemies.

12 Do not deliver me to the will of my adversaries;
For false witnesses have risen against me,
And such as breathe out violence.

13 I would have lost heart, unless I had believed
That I would see the goodness of the LORD
In the land of the living.

14 Wait on the LORD;
Be of good courage,
And He shall strengthen your heart;
Wait, I say, on the LORD!

FRIDAY!! :)

SWEET!!! It Friday again!...favorite day of the school week LOL i can't wait for the weekend; it's going to give me a lot of extra time to catch up on everything i need to- which will be good!! :)

In Preparation for Finals...

Today was basically a review day in all my classes for our finals. I'm a little scared about a couple of them because I feel like i didn't truly learn the stuff the first time around, so this "reviewing" doesn't seem much like a review. A couple of the finals I don't plan on having difficulty with (like English, and [after today] my comp lit final), but my World History final will definitely be one that I'll be studying a WHOLE bunch for and no doubt cramming the last days prior to. My Bible final shouldn't be too terribly hard, but because it covers so much it might be a little difficult. Biology is still a little iffy....

Today we got our Computer Lit final requirements. I was really ticked off while I was working on it because I felt like I didn't fully understand some of the details of the assignments so I was having difficulty working on it. * a BIGGIE that I CAN'T STAND is not knowing what is expected and what I'm supposed to do...call it a fault, idk...*

I'm starting to get a little stressed out with all i have going on with school, so this seemed to be just another thing to add to my growing list of "to-get-done's" . I so wanted to SCREAM...but decided that probably wasn't the best way to express my frustration. lol.
I did make it through the class, and after having a while to think about the assignment and come up with some ideas to help conquer it, I was fine. :)
I've had stuff like this pile up before, and for me it's just a matter of sitting down, making a list of all i have to complete, and then crossing off as many as possible...as fast as possible!

The good news is: ALL this will be over and done with within two weeks!:) The finals will be done with by the 16th, the Honors project will be turned in by next Tuesday, and Homecoming (and all the Student Council planning that goes with it) will be completed!... And that, my friend, will be oh so splendid!! :)

Back to School !!

Today is my first day back to school in two weeks. It's going to be an adjustment getting up at 5am again and having to worry bout finishing assignments and homework.

My Christmas/New Years Break so wonderful that it makes it hard to come back and spend the whole day at school again.

The best gift I got 4 Christmas this year was having my second cousin Aaron come down from Wisconsin. It was a welcomed change to see a Northerner that didn't complain about the South *wink-wink, Mr. Pautsch...not trying to be mean, but I can't stand hearing people complain about TX* .

He spent Christmas day with my family as well as New Years. It was really fun b/c we were really non-traditional this year. We spent Christmas day at the house and New Year's Eve at a party and then together playing Monopoly...then we went to Walmart and got some Monsters!! Aaron bought me a Monster and Josh a Nos (the LAST thing my brother needed that night LOL. It was still sweet of you, Aaron lol).


(Aaron and I took a picture with our Monsters!:)



We all had a really great time...and now I'm sad it's over :((((

Aaron's last day :(

We had to take my cousin to the airport yesterday so he could fly back to Wisconsin. It was really hard to have him leave, and I am already missing him being here. The visit was soooooo fun and now I can't wait for him to come back during the Summer...which by the way we already have planned out. I told him he needs to just come back as a North-South American exchange student LOL.



We were all really sad the day of his departure. We decided to have one last fun-packed day before he left. We started the day by going to Fort Worth and seeing some different things there. We went to a really neat restaurant there called Joe T's. We had outside seats and it was sooo beautiful!




Here's a picture of my CUTE lil' brother and my totally AWESOME cousin! :)





Here's a pic of me :)






My Dad and Me



Dad took a pic when we weren't really expecting it; I have the classic Blank Stare on my face LOL






This is a slightly better version LOL



Here are a few more pics of us before we left Joe T's:

After Joe T's we went to the Stockyards in Forth Worth....then we headed to DFW to drop off Aaron :(...the saddest part of the day

This is us at the airport before he went through Security (right before leaving us):

We were all really sad....

But then we perked up when we thought of how we might get to see him this summer :)