My Weekend

Here is blog #2 since my return. =)

This blog will relay my version of this weekend.

It was an amazing except for the part in which I had to leave early from a service and miss an early prayer time. But other than that, I repeat, it was amazing. Wow!

For weeks before I had been practicing with a combined worship team from all four churches. That in itself was a blast, because I got to hag out with friends from Los Encinos and El Centro like Madai, Vania, Luis Angel, Joel, Jesus, Juanito, and Cesar. But, nothing compared to the event itself.

On Friday, I went to school anxiously anticipating the evening ahead. Mark came home and drove me over to wait around jaja. I raise my glass to you, Mark, for your patience and brother-liness. However, at the time my voice was failing horribly and I was worried. I thought my solo would be butchered to pieces. I tried everything in my power to fix it. Prayer, Honey, water, not talking, vocal and physical exercises. But once I stepped onto the stage, I felt God beside me and it was all forgotten. I simply worshipped the best way I could and, apparently, it turned out acceptable. I especially enjoyed the song called “Generación que Danza”.

In the middle of the service, I was obligated to slip out to attend Samantha’s Quinceñera dinner. We had a late night of laughs and fun. In the morning, my father picked me up and I showered to go over again to the auditorium. (Yes, I showered =)) . At three forty, there was a great youth service in which Mark performed really well. We jumped and danced around a lot jeje.

I have to say I agree with Mark about Jesse Ochoa and Hugo Martinez. It seemed as if Jesse didn’t really preach from the Bible. I learned quite a bit from Hugo. However, I will say that both people made me laugh my butt off. =D

Saturday night was another great service and a “carrilloso” brother afterward. Jaja just kidding, Mark. I was talking with a friend afterward and he gave me a bunch of crap about it. Ni al caso jaja

I agree that Sunday did not disappoint at all. The service was superb and the “hang out” time afterward, too.

I really felt God this weekend and t was beautiful.


P.S. High school is going really well!!

I Love Elephants

This is just something I wrote about five hours after David told me he had a son. =)


I never know it would be so wonderful . I mean, I haven’t even seen him and I’m already in love with the niño hermoso. I don’t know how Adrienne can possibly cope with so much joy. When he’s actually yours, it must be so much more… beautiful. Yes, that’s the word for it. Beauty. A sign of God’s great power, an answered prayer, a drop of love. Simply beautiful. How beautiful to be an answered prayer!
I can’t imagine her infinite happiness and pretty relief. To hold the soft, warm bundle in the natural cradle of her arms. To stroke the plump, rosy cheek and kiss the peaceful face all over. To squeeze the teeny tiny toes and tickle the bottom of the teeny tiny feet. To grab the hands reaching out for your embrace. To bury your nose in his tummy and blow gentle raspberries. To see the dimples of his first smile. To watch his miniature body rise and fall with the steady breathing of sleep. To love him everyday of your life and his life and for the rest of eternity.
It’s agonizing to think I have to wait a whole seven weeks to see my nephew Ben. I miss him already and I’ve never met him. I’ve known about his birth for five hours and I’ve already thanked God a million times for his life.
God loves him just the way he is and so do I. So much. It’s unlike anything else I’ve ever felt. He’s stolen my heart. I love you, Ben. I love you, Adrienne. I love you, David. <3

Argentina yeah!

ok so lately i've been neglecting my blog. =$ sorry. I'm a busy/lazy person. DOn't worry! i'll get over it =D.

I have decided to dedicate some of the next few blogs to my Argentina trip. This one is somewhat related to Steven's drastic goaL.

In the United States and Northern Mexico, we have this weird obsession for material "things". Somehow, money is important to us and our lives. People will choose an extra shift instead of a night with the family to have more money for the summer trip or the next version of Apple's ipod. The people in Carmen de Areco have a lifestyle that is so much less dependent on the worldly devices that make life easier. The youth take time while reaching for goals and careers to live at peace. Of course, they don't laze around doing nothing. Their extra time is filled building relationships, hanging out, eating together, ect. For example, when a teen may listen to their mp3, the people in Carmen will get together and PLAY music. I think that we need to realize that a new car isn't always the best idea.

Anyway, enough preaching for one sitting.

I say

Can you say anything?
Think of something to say
and say it.

You say
that I say
that you can say
anything I say.

Don't say
anything I say
unless I say
you can say
WHat I say...
so shut up
=S

jajaja

Extra Year

Ok... so i haven't posted in a while...

D=

Sorry guys, well here it goes!!!!!!

The year that lays ahead of me will be full, new, and feels a little weird. I am going to be finished with middle school and will be entering high school! Woah!

Many of my friends are thinking of taking drastic measures in attemtp to pomp themeselves and are going to endeavor finishing in three years. I thought over it, as well, but decided against it. Every one of these students will be studying their brains out. Each spare minute will be filled with an open book. I will be able to spend more of my time doing other activities. In the long run, I think that the extra year will work to my advantage. Building relationships, having fun in high school, participating in church activities, and being able to work. These are the things that will be impossible for Manny, Isabella, Joseph... ect.

What do you guys think???

Whoa!

Christmas List

christmas list :-)

~from my parents: digital camera

~from everyone else...

->movies: Pirates 3, harry potter 5, gilmore girls season 7, office season 3, high school musical 2.
->books: any that you think I would like
->clothes: ask my mother dear
->money: for upcoming mission trip a or gift cards for stores
->calender: pirates 3
->anything else: suprise me :-)


Byeeeeee!!!!

Thanksgiving

Things I'm Thankful to God for:
(in no particular order)

~My Family ALL of you
~everyone of my friends from church
~all of my friends from school
~My awesome pastor
~the moon
~my imagination
~music (all kinds)
~piano, violin, guitar, ect.
~Manantial de Vida
~windows
~All kinds of beaches (foggy, icy, and beautiful or sunny, hot and beautiful)
~the word beautiful
~Ms. Guevara, Ms. URman, Mr. Sanchez. Ms. Siordia, MS. Piercy, zms. Thomas, Mr. MUri,
~paper and pencils
~books
~Mr. Bouree's living room
~trees- all kinds
~starry and starless nights
~My little VAlley
~faries
~the cottage
~flowers
~roses
~CHristmas
~Fire places
~squashy arm chairs and couches(especially when thay're orange)
~rainy days
~JAne Austen, L.M. Montgomery, J.R.R Tolkien ECT.
~Prince Edward ISland
~Nogales
~Love
~hamburgers with cheese
~Jesus
~My room
~My bed
~Christmas gifts that are wrapped in newspaper
~My beautiful little joyful puuppy dog!

HEy Guys I'm interested to know which of these things you are thankful for, too!!

Letters From War

I think you'll like it. :-D

I need to get out more

Hey GUys!

THis blog is just a heads up about the post I wrote about J.R.R. Tolklien :-)

I would really like it if you guys would comment on it. thanx sooooooooo much!

Sorry for nagging, because I haven't posted in like forever.... I will try better!

My Tribute to John Ronald Ruel Tolkien

J.K Rowling vs. J.R.R. Tolkien

Who wins my heart?

J.R.R. Tolkien

The whole Harry Potter thing is a great piece of work. The plot is genious and the whole idea of magic is amazing. The characters are colorful and described with vigor. I loved reading this book and recomend it to all who ask my opinion.

HHHowever....

J.K. Rowling is simply not another J.R.R Tolkien. He was an artist with his work. John Ronald created another world, set an example of all mythical creatures, and with these things he made a intriquetly designed work of art that would be marveled al throughout the world.

I read his biography and even from an academic point of view, he was a genious. Only God knows what went on his head. At times, I long to know what his thoughts were about. Were they about the real world or HIS world? I suppose we will never know.

His work was beautiful and delicious to read. As the words dance before my eyes, I jump in between the lines and become part of the story.


Anyway, that is my tribute to J.R.R. Tolkien.

yea ummm...

This is pretty much my life right now.

Every day I walk through the halls of DSMS, stroll into classes, laugh with friends, and await the life ahead of me.

Random list of things

1. I love singing. Period. I would LOVE to make a cd in the future.
2. I love writing. "My book" is hopefully in the future.
3. I love teaching.

I have a certain pull to getting out in the world and sharing Jesus. But all I can do is wait.

Don't get me wrong! I'm loving life right now and I'm having a lot of fun. But that's just something at the back of my mind.

I hate feeling

of stupidity. (esteban carlos' trick there)

you guys make me feel dumb. (like Fezzik)

School

yeah... I'm a big eighth grader now!! I'd like to tell you about school so you know what I'm up to.
GENERAL DAY:
6:20- alarm goes off
6:30- shower get dressed, ect.
7:15-breakfast and last minute touches on homework
7:30-get picked up
8:00- school starts
3:10-school ends
3:30-tennis
5:30-arrive home
7:00-dinner (or orchestra in tucson)
10:00-bedtime for bonzo (or drive home from Tucson)

OUr school runs on block schedule so I have an a-day and a b-day. On a- days I have Ms. Guevara, Ms. Siordia, Mr. Sanchez, and Ms. Noon (X-P). Ms. Guevara teaches Socil Studies. We have class discussions about our world today, yesterday, and how it will shrink in the future. MS. Siordia teaches Algebra 1. It is going slow because of students that did not take Pre-Algebra last year. It is good practice for my patience. Spanish is taught by Mr. Sanchez and taught well. This class is not only really helpful to my Spanish, but is incredibly fun. We are laughing almost all period and learning as we do it. Last Period on a-days is Mariachi with Mr. Valez. I know it says Ms. Noon up there but thankfully Mr. Valez comes in half way through the class and takes over.

On b-days, i begin my day with Ms. Noon for Symphonic band. She thinks we are elementry school kids with no musical ability and is not liked by any of the kids. But anyway, I am drum major in that class, so its not completly horrible. Mr. Villaseñor teaches Science. We are learning about cells and the structure of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Third period is English woth Ms. Urman. THis is my favorite class. We just finished studying the legend of King Arthur. I wrote a fairy tale, did comprehension, drew a coat of arms, ect. I finish the day off being an aid for Ms. Guevara.

School overall is going well. Keep me in your prayers. I hope all of you are doing well and I'm praying for YOU!!

Please excuse any mistakes I did not get a chance to revise. =(

Finally a Post!!!!

And a big fat juicy one too! I have fallen a little behind in the blog area. Mostly it was because I went on vacation for 3 weeks and then started school. :-P Well now I have my long promised blog about Ticul and Michigan.


On July 14th or 15th a group of 17 people departed from Manantial de Vida full of excitement and apprehension for the upcoming weeks. I was on of those fortunate 17 and the youngest of all of them. I can’t find words to express how much of a blessing this experience was. As we got to know the people there we felt the connection as brothers and sisters in Christ. That sounds sappy, I know, but it was just so great to be there and work on the church together. Mixing cement is a great workout by the way. :-D We also grew together as a group so much. The bond between us all multiplied, tenfold (or more). Later on I will post some pictures. I can’t right now because the computer’s not working. ☹
Three days after this absolutely exhilarating and heart filling trip, I took another grrrreat trip to Michigan. This trip was a breath of fresh air. It was absolutely relaxing and just wonderful. It was marvelous to see my family up there and see how everybody's doing. I spent two days with my mother at the cottage. We just chilled, swam, and I read Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. It was great. I think Rowling had a finished of a superb story and intricate mystery strongly and I absolutely loved it. When I am positive that everyone interested has read it, I will explain in greater detail. Anyway my mom and I had a fantastic time cooking. We made delightful little delicacies to eat for each other. Mmmm. Uncle Tom, Aunt Sheryl, and Erin came down to their cottage, too. We had a lot of fun with them as well. A blast, in fact!
The third day, (I think) Jane and my dad arrived. Having finished my book, I was excited and ready for action. We tubed ad skied and whipped around all day. The next day Auntie Lou, Uncle Buck, James, and Molly arrived at our little cabin. Molly learned how to tube and even got flipped off. James also learned and got flipped off. And Auntie Lou was used as a pawn to knock Uncle Buck off his tube. Playing games like sequence, sevinpold, and apples to apples was blast, as well! Many laughs, many laughs :-D
The next few days were spent in Ann Arbor chillin' with family. Thanks everyone for making my trip grrreat!

School has started and I'm back in the swing of things again. I have good teachers great classes and I'm happy to see my friends again. Any questions... feel free to ask!

Takitos

Hey! Q ondas hermanitos, papis, y amigos!!! Well we´re finishing up our trip here in Ticul. I am sitting in a cafe internet writing a blog right now. This trip is absolutley great so far. We have had many laughs and even a few tears. The people in the church are dears and the whole experience has been a work of God. Jane, for your information, we had the most delicious tacos al pastor last night. But these are the original pork with cilantro, cebolla, and a slice of piña on top tacos. THe salcita runs down your chin. :-) For those of you who don´t know.... Pork soaked in a delicious salsa with many spices and slowly cookes on a spinning stick. mmmmmmm....

Well my time has run out and I must now depart for the plaza to buy you gifts :-)

Ticul, Here I CcomMe!

I know, I know... my bogs have been a bit well... scarce. But, I've been really busy getting ready for Ticul. As you know, I am leaving for this beloved place in 2 days! WOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOO! I ask you guys to pry for our mission, our unity, and the whole thing all together. Thanks guys! There will be no posts for a while...

Vacation Bible School

Over the course of the next 4-5 days, I will be helping out with the vacation Bible school at Manantial de Vida. The whole thing is called "Hecho a Mano" and is about how our lives are a lump of clay which God forms bit by bit. Until, finally it becomes a pot that is useful for God. All the stories are centered around peter and how Jesus formed his life.

I will be helping in many activities. I will be dancing in front of the kids with Marina, in the skits as a parrot, and will be helping teach the youngest group. I would like to ask you guys to pray for me, because I feel reallly good about this upcoming experience. Oh and you don't have to worry... I am going to take plenty of pictures *<:0) that's a clown

I was wrong

I have been sitting in this house for 2 and a half hours wandering around.... I feel horrible... My book is at somebody else's house, reading another book was a failed attempt, I can only play music for so long, and TV sounds too boring to endeavour. David I understand what you mean now...