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just some stuff..
I am putting off my homework..I really need to go do that..but I haven’t written in awhile and I thought I would update this..College has really got me thinking about some stuff..mainly how I treat other people..That saying, “Actions speak louder then words” is so true. I have learned that the best testimony I can have is to love others. Yeah, I may not agree witht their decisions or lifestyle choices, but that doesn’t mean I am allowed to disreguard them. I am under charge from God to love those around me.. even those that are harder to love. And I will say, I miss my friends terribly from back home, but my mission field is where I am and I am ready to go back. I miss my roommates, my friends, my sorority, and my life I have created down there. I miss being right down the hall from my buds..and being able to go over anytime day or night. I realize that even in my loneliness, I have created relationships and built friendships and found a place I can really put into practice all that I have learned. Jesus says in the Bible, “The fields are white for the harvest” and I have seen how very true this is! No, it’s not easy, but it is so rewarding and I truly believe that going away from home was the best thing I could have ever done. I have met some amazing people and learned a lot about how to live with others, how to deal with conflicts, how to sleep with the lights on, and a ton of other things that I could list forever. And I can hardly believe it’s Thanksgiving and soon my first semester of college will be over..crazy! (and a disclaimer..I am still single:) so for all my Faith friends…told you I could do it!..not that I am complaining, because I am happy with life!) hee hee…
That’s about all..I am going to go get some homework done! Talk to you all later!
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Zeta Kappa 225
Yes..that’s right–I am now a 100% official member of Gamma Phi Beta. I can’t believe how awesome this is!!! We had intiation last night and it was good. So now, NO MORE SECRETS! I can’t wait!! I love my new sisters and I can’t wait to see what happens over the next four years!
Amanda:)
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On a different note..
Ever wonder why God brings some people into your life for a short time? Why does He allow us to meet the most awesome people and then uproot them from our lives? Perhaps it is for their good, and perhaps it is for our good..or, and more likely..it is for both. I joined a sorority this year..something I never thought I would do and God has brought so many awesome people and opportunities into my life. One of those people was an amazing girl named Nicole. I am honestly not sure what I would have done without her these last few months. And I am going to miss her terribly..but you know what, I am learning slowly that you can’t live life dwelling on the leaving. You have to focus on the time you have together, whether it is one day, one month, one year, or the rest of your life. And when the time comes, you must part ways for a time, you have to take that in stride and know that you will meet again another time and another place. See, when God gave me Nicole, He gave me a sister and a friend who would be there for me to listen to me cry and laugh and just be me. He gave me someone I found a common bond with..someone who helped me far more then she will ever know. And for the short time I have known her, I have been blessed and encouraged in so many ways. So will I miss her..yes terribly! But will I look forward to seeing her again..more then anything! and for now, I will enjoy the time I have left!
So Nicole, I love you like crazy! I am so glad you are my sister and friend! and I can’t wait to see what happens with your life:) Thanks for all your encouragement and motivation to keep going! I love you!
Amanda
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Amazing!
My friend Christine from back home had 4 little babies!! She was pregnant with five, but lost one, but the rest are doing great! you can check out more here! How awesome is that!! God is amazing!!
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A bright spot in a gloomy week..
I had a crazy busy week..I hardly had time to talk to my parents, much less anyone else. I spent 14 hours studying and worked and did sorority stuff and managed to sleep a little in there too. Needless to say, it was a stressful week that sadly, isn’t going to get any less stressful until Thanksgiving break. But one of my best friends from back home called last night and told me that her and our friend Angela are coming to see me! Now you must understand..these two girls are my lifeline..(well, maybe it isn’t quite that bad..but it’s close) I love them with everything in me and they know more about me then anyone in the world. And I have missed them so much..they are both back home and being down here without them has proved to be quite the challenge. But they are coming!!! Which I must say made my week:) They are the greatest!! So watch out USI…it’s a little scary when we all get together:) hee hee…
Ang and Sarah—I LOVE YOU BOTH! CAN’T WAIT TO SEE YOU!!
Amanda
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Weather!
It is amazing outside! I just want you all to know! I am sitting outside typing on my computer and could def. get used to this! So this was a crazy busy week..but I got through my lab practical..it actually wasn’t that bad! And I get to sleep in tomorrow and I get a home-cooked meal tomorrow night which I am so excited about!! Let’s see…I can’t think of much else..I will write more later when I feel inspired:) hee hee..