So we always thought that motto for our high school was so cheesy, but this week it has taken over a whole new meaning. The bus wreck on I-565 was a bus from our precious Lee High School (which my little sister still attends) is like a nightmare. I still can't believe it. It was literally half a mile away from my house. When I first got a call from Naomi about the wreck, all I could think about was - where is Kala? I didn't know if maybe she had a field trip that day or any of the details of the wreck. Luckily, as soon as I heard a news report I found out it was a bus going to the tech school, which she doesn't go to.
I've gotten the inside scoop from Kala about what school was like that day and these days after. I couldn't help but tear up when she told me about all the praying going on at school, how it's brought them all together, and how helpful and caring the whole city has been. Let's face it, Lee has never been Huntsville's pride and joy. Another high school is even selling blue ribbons (our school color) for .50 to raise money for the families involved. My heart is broken for the victims and their families. I can't imagine being Kala, and the rest of the student body...and have actually known the kids involved. I can't believe anybody even walked away from the crash. Kala talked to a boy at school who, as the bus was teeter-tottering off the interstate, found his way to the middle. He walked away with out any scratches. One of the girls that died was pregnant, and had already survived being shot in the face two years ago. She had only come back to school this semester, because she wanted to attend school her senior year. It's just so tragic, this time it hit so close to home. I will pass by the site on the way home tomorrow. My heart goes out to the bus driver and the driver of that orange celica. I can't imagine what they are going to have to live with.
As hard as it is to comprehend, God had a reason for all of this. He was on that bus when it happened. Kala said she's already seen the school unite like never before. It has definately brought everyone together. It's definately a reminder of how precious life is. I've heard the story behind each of the students involved. So what story will I leave behind one day?
Here is prayer that has been circulating on myspace from one of the students, I found it uplifting and touching:
"Lord I come to you as humble as I know how!!!! Lord I know that there is a reason for everything, so I ask God that you let your will be done! God you have called some away from this earth Lord and we ask that you have mercy on their souls God. Lord, as for the ones in the hospital now, we ask that you help them in their fight for life! Jesus help us to realize that life is too short to put you second, Life is too short to waste it on foolish things, Life is too short to hold on to grudges, and life is too short to do the things that we know are wrong. Father I ask that you help the families at this time! Let them know that weeping may endure for a night, but joy is going to come in the morning. God please touch every friend and family member and let them know that only your will, willl be done! They need you now more than ever. They have a pain that only Dr. Jesus can heal. Please heal them Lord, and bring them close to you. Lord I love you, and I thank you for letting me live through another day. That could've been me, and you gave me another chance at life! God I thank you, and I will praise your holy name always! AMEN"
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Five Little Pumpkins Sitting On A Gate..
"Halloween is the one night a year when girls can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it." - Mean Girls
Haha, I love that quote. It's so true. Too bad I opted not to dress up this year. I'm always too lazy to think of a good costume. I think the last good costume I had was when I was Miss. Piggy in like first grade! That was awesome. Although me, Lauren and Naomi did make some hot Power Puff Girls senior year of high school. Maybe next time I should get some ideas from kids. The kids at the daycare had plenty of ideas today.
"Miss Lindsey you should be a earring."
"No, you should be a princess....or a castle!"
"I know, you can be Spiderman!"
"You could be a birfday cake!"
"Be a huntin' man!"
"You wanna be a unicorn?"
I'm gonna miss those crazy kids. I decided I should just be a doughnut, cause everytime I wear my Krispy Kreme shirt (it has a girl doughnut, and a boy doughnut holding hands on it)...they say "Miss Lindsey, dat's you on your tee-shirt? I like your high heels on dat shirt. Who is dat udder doughnut? Dat your friend? No silly, it's miz lindsey too!" So apparently I look like a doughnut. That's hot!
Haha, I love that quote. It's so true. Too bad I opted not to dress up this year. I'm always too lazy to think of a good costume. I think the last good costume I had was when I was Miss. Piggy in like first grade! That was awesome. Although me, Lauren and Naomi did make some hot Power Puff Girls senior year of high school. Maybe next time I should get some ideas from kids. The kids at the daycare had plenty of ideas today.
"Miss Lindsey you should be a earring."
"No, you should be a princess....or a castle!"
"I know, you can be Spiderman!"
"You could be a birfday cake!"
"Be a huntin' man!"
"You wanna be a unicorn?"
I'm gonna miss those crazy kids. I decided I should just be a doughnut, cause everytime I wear my Krispy Kreme shirt (it has a girl doughnut, and a boy doughnut holding hands on it)...they say "Miss Lindsey, dat's you on your tee-shirt? I like your high heels on dat shirt. Who is dat udder doughnut? Dat your friend? No silly, it's miz lindsey too!" So apparently I look like a doughnut. That's hot!
Thursday, October 05, 2006
Yeah We Divas, But We Ride Like Big Boys Do
Well I think the stress from knowing that I have a 40 page industry analysis (dont worry, it's a group project) due Tuesday that I (nor anyone in my group) have yet to start is making me crazy...
This is gonna sound stupid, but hey, yall asked for an update so you're gonna get one. Last night in the library, I got stuck on the second floor. And my mind (after studying for a huge test in the same class the paper is due in) just felt like mush and I wandered around aimlessly not knowing what to do. See, one of the elevators got stuck on the second floor and the door was wide open and all the buttons were pushed but it was just chillin. So I kept pushing the button for the other elevator, and I could hear it going past my floor but it wouldn't stop because the other elevator was stopped on my floor. No big deal, fatty will just have to take the stairs. Well the door to the stairs was locked because of all the construction work. But then I remembered that there was another set of stairs on the adjacent wall. So I flipped and flopped all the way to those stairs. Well there was a big sign that said "under construction, please use the staircase on the southside of the building". So I be-bopped on to the southside. There I found a sign that said "Do not open door, alarm will sound". So yep, I was stuck with no way to get off the second floor. I couldn't even think of what to do...find a way to get to the third floor?...and the only person around to ask was a japanese kid with headphones on playing a game on the computer. So I just sat there dumbfounded and in a daze cause by this time it was really late and my brain was shut down. Eventually (okay it was like 5 minutes) someone on the elevator had to get off on the second floor and I was free!!
Then when I finally fell into bed at about 2:30 am, my lights were all out, and my covers were perfect and I was all snuggled up comfortably in my bed. Right when I almost drifted off to sleep...I heard a scratching noise. It was coming from the floor and sounded like it was against my bed. I thought it was just my imagination, and was really too tired to move or care so I tried to doze off. Well it started again and it kept on, and kept on, and I just kept thinking about a rat or something and I got scared. So I grabbed my pillow and was headed to Lauren's room to jump in the bed with her. When I turned on my lamp, low and behold there it was, a huge rat! So I screamed! Sorry if I woke you Megan, I know Lauren's sleepin self didn't hear a thing. Then once I calmed down and got brave enough to examine the situation, I realized it was that dang rat I bought to scare Naomi from the $1 spot at Target. Guess it backfired on me. That filthy rat that Jason and Naomi entertained themselves with for hours upon hours by throwing it into the ceiling fan and letting it wall at high speeds. I originally said it was the best $1 I've ever spent since it proved to be so amusing, but I was wrong! That sucker is getting packed up and shipped to Nashville to surprise Jason. Oh well, I'm still not sure what the scratching was, I just hope it doesn't resume tonight. I'm headin that way now. Sorry bout the pointless update, but thats what ya get when your brain is full of mush (from school and twenty 3 and 4 year olds working your every nerve). I'm an idiot and crazy in the head. Goodnight!
This is gonna sound stupid, but hey, yall asked for an update so you're gonna get one. Last night in the library, I got stuck on the second floor. And my mind (after studying for a huge test in the same class the paper is due in) just felt like mush and I wandered around aimlessly not knowing what to do. See, one of the elevators got stuck on the second floor and the door was wide open and all the buttons were pushed but it was just chillin. So I kept pushing the button for the other elevator, and I could hear it going past my floor but it wouldn't stop because the other elevator was stopped on my floor. No big deal, fatty will just have to take the stairs. Well the door to the stairs was locked because of all the construction work. But then I remembered that there was another set of stairs on the adjacent wall. So I flipped and flopped all the way to those stairs. Well there was a big sign that said "under construction, please use the staircase on the southside of the building". So I be-bopped on to the southside. There I found a sign that said "Do not open door, alarm will sound". So yep, I was stuck with no way to get off the second floor. I couldn't even think of what to do...find a way to get to the third floor?...and the only person around to ask was a japanese kid with headphones on playing a game on the computer. So I just sat there dumbfounded and in a daze cause by this time it was really late and my brain was shut down. Eventually (okay it was like 5 minutes) someone on the elevator had to get off on the second floor and I was free!!
Then when I finally fell into bed at about 2:30 am, my lights were all out, and my covers were perfect and I was all snuggled up comfortably in my bed. Right when I almost drifted off to sleep...I heard a scratching noise. It was coming from the floor and sounded like it was against my bed. I thought it was just my imagination, and was really too tired to move or care so I tried to doze off. Well it started again and it kept on, and kept on, and I just kept thinking about a rat or something and I got scared. So I grabbed my pillow and was headed to Lauren's room to jump in the bed with her. When I turned on my lamp, low and behold there it was, a huge rat! So I screamed! Sorry if I woke you Megan, I know Lauren's sleepin self didn't hear a thing. Then once I calmed down and got brave enough to examine the situation, I realized it was that dang rat I bought to scare Naomi from the $1 spot at Target. Guess it backfired on me. That filthy rat that Jason and Naomi entertained themselves with for hours upon hours by throwing it into the ceiling fan and letting it wall at high speeds. I originally said it was the best $1 I've ever spent since it proved to be so amusing, but I was wrong! That sucker is getting packed up and shipped to Nashville to surprise Jason. Oh well, I'm still not sure what the scratching was, I just hope it doesn't resume tonight. I'm headin that way now. Sorry bout the pointless update, but thats what ya get when your brain is full of mush (from school and twenty 3 and 4 year olds working your every nerve). I'm an idiot and crazy in the head. Goodnight!
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
My Heart Is Like A Marching Band
Well today is my little sister's birthday (well it was when I started this entry, it might not be once it is posted)! She is 15 now. I can't believe it! I dont know if she even reads this anymore, but I would like to take advantage of this day to brag on her a little. I am so, so proud of the young woman she has become. God got a hold of her a few years ago, and she hasn't been the same since. She is on fire for the Lord and doesn't care what anyone else thinks. I think she is awesome and I'm so proud to have her as a sister. I love you Kala!
I am so putting off finishing a presentation for tomorrow. Yep, I already have to give one. Three more to go! Woohoo, it's gonna be a fun semester. But hey, it's my last one (until grad school?? maybe??), so I think I can deal with it.
"The Well" started back last night. Let me tell ya, I needed it bad! I dont think I have ever been more excited to be there. I think it's gonna be an awesome semester for "The Well". Ed Newton is an awesome speaker, and Shane Baker is leading worship now, I liked it alot. I think God is going to reveal himself there in a big way this semester. Well, this is random and I am obviously procrastinating...so I'll get back to my school work now.
Oh, But first! I read this during my quiet time today. It has stuck with me all day.
"For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love and of sound mind." - 2 Timothy 1:7
I am so putting off finishing a presentation for tomorrow. Yep, I already have to give one. Three more to go! Woohoo, it's gonna be a fun semester. But hey, it's my last one (until grad school?? maybe??), so I think I can deal with it.
"The Well" started back last night. Let me tell ya, I needed it bad! I dont think I have ever been more excited to be there. I think it's gonna be an awesome semester for "The Well". Ed Newton is an awesome speaker, and Shane Baker is leading worship now, I liked it alot. I think God is going to reveal himself there in a big way this semester. Well, this is random and I am obviously procrastinating...so I'll get back to my school work now.
Oh, But first! I read this during my quiet time today. It has stuck with me all day.
"For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love and of sound mind." - 2 Timothy 1:7
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Things Are Sweeter in Tennessee
Well as the brilliant Billy Madison once sang:
Yep, it's that time of year again. I just got out of my auditing class. I dont think it's gonna be bad as I was expecting. Business Policy tomorrow may be a different story though. I have a really good schedule as far as having to attend class. There's only 3 I have to go to, and then I am taking 2 online.
Last weekend I got to visit Jason in Nashville! You see, I love Megan so much that I took her to catch her flight to Michigan from Nashville. So, I stayed in Nashville til Sunday when she got back. How convenient. :) Jason and I had alot of fun. Friday I met him downtown for lunch, and then I went shopping while he went back to work. I helped my mom out by buying me alot of stuff for Christmas. How nice of me. ;) Friday night, we ate at Demo's downtown. I've tried to eat their several times before, but the wait has always been too long. This time it was fine. It was sooo good! Who knew spaghetti and steak were such a good combination? We walked around downtown for a bit then we went to the Opryland Hotel. We walked around all the gardens until our feet hurt so bad I could barely make it back to the car. Saturday we went shopping at the mall in Green Hills. This mall is super nice, it has a Louis Vuitton and Betsey Johnson and all kinds of cool stores I can't afford. Needless to say, we did alot more looking than we did shopping. Saturday night we cooked dinner at Jason's then we went to Centennial Park. Every Saturday night in the summer, they have a band and people can come ballroom dance in the park. We had so much fun! We missed the lesson beforehand, but luckily we took ballroom dancing lessons last spring, so we still kinda knew what we were doing. We weren't half bad!! We got to do swing, rhumba, waltz, and salsa...because we already knew those. We even attempted the polka!! That was quite funny!! After that we walked around the Parthenon and headed back downtown. We went to a karaoke place for awhile, it was alright. Then we went to Coyote Ugly. We all loved that movie in high school, so you know I had to check it out! It was fun, but not as exciting as the movie. Sunday I picked Megan up at the airport and headed back to Flo.
This week we've tried to hit up some Welcome Week activities. It's just not that exciting anymore. I guess cause I'm leaving in December, I dont want to make the effort and get attached to new people. Is that sad? Probably so. Oh well, I'm off to spend a small fortune on books and make the hike back to my car that is parked a mile away. Gotta love the first day of school!!
"Back to school. Back to school, to prove to Dad that I'm not a fool. I got my lunch packed up, my boots tied tight, I hope I don't get in a fight. Ohhhh, back to school. Back to school. Back to school. Well, here goes nothing."
Yep, it's that time of year again. I just got out of my auditing class. I dont think it's gonna be bad as I was expecting. Business Policy tomorrow may be a different story though. I have a really good schedule as far as having to attend class. There's only 3 I have to go to, and then I am taking 2 online.
Last weekend I got to visit Jason in Nashville! You see, I love Megan so much that I took her to catch her flight to Michigan from Nashville. So, I stayed in Nashville til Sunday when she got back. How convenient. :) Jason and I had alot of fun. Friday I met him downtown for lunch, and then I went shopping while he went back to work. I helped my mom out by buying me alot of stuff for Christmas. How nice of me. ;) Friday night, we ate at Demo's downtown. I've tried to eat their several times before, but the wait has always been too long. This time it was fine. It was sooo good! Who knew spaghetti and steak were such a good combination? We walked around downtown for a bit then we went to the Opryland Hotel. We walked around all the gardens until our feet hurt so bad I could barely make it back to the car. Saturday we went shopping at the mall in Green Hills. This mall is super nice, it has a Louis Vuitton and Betsey Johnson and all kinds of cool stores I can't afford. Needless to say, we did alot more looking than we did shopping. Saturday night we cooked dinner at Jason's then we went to Centennial Park. Every Saturday night in the summer, they have a band and people can come ballroom dance in the park. We had so much fun! We missed the lesson beforehand, but luckily we took ballroom dancing lessons last spring, so we still kinda knew what we were doing. We weren't half bad!! We got to do swing, rhumba, waltz, and salsa...because we already knew those. We even attempted the polka!! That was quite funny!! After that we walked around the Parthenon and headed back downtown. We went to a karaoke place for awhile, it was alright. Then we went to Coyote Ugly. We all loved that movie in high school, so you know I had to check it out! It was fun, but not as exciting as the movie. Sunday I picked Megan up at the airport and headed back to Flo.
This week we've tried to hit up some Welcome Week activities. It's just not that exciting anymore. I guess cause I'm leaving in December, I dont want to make the effort and get attached to new people. Is that sad? Probably so. Oh well, I'm off to spend a small fortune on books and make the hike back to my car that is parked a mile away. Gotta love the first day of school!!
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