I am currently in a long distance relationship with the most amazing man. It has been an adventure to say the least. I decided to google this so called term of "long distance relationship". This search yielded 11,000,000 results.
-LFAD = Loving From A Distance Community group -- This is FULL of "activities" for the couple and many resources for the distant couple.
-Wikipedia definition = A long-distance relationship (LDR) is typically an intimate relationship that takes place when the partners are separated by a considerable distance.
-Need your LDR questions answered? Here is a website dedicated toward LDR Q & A: www.longdistancediva.com
-Between 25–40% of all romantic relationships among students attending colleges across the US are long distance.
-One recent study, in the journal Communication Research, finds that as many as half of college students are in long-distance relationships, "and up to 75% will be at some point."
-Need extra advice? Well, I have the website for you: www.toplongdistanceadvice.com.
-www.missyourmate.com --OH you've guessed it...a website targeted to couples in LDRs.
-If you haven't received ENOUGH advice...here is ANOTHER website: www.ldrtips.com
Google results from "long distance relationship quotes":
- "No great love ever came without great struggle."
-"True love doesn't mean being inseparable; it means being separated and nothing changes." (aww...that is lovely in theory. Things will change even when it's for the better:)
- "Nothing in this world worth having comes easy." -"Absence makes thy heart grow fonder." (...but it sure doesn't make it easier.)
- "I don't miss you and you alone - I miss you and me together."
Monday, August 29, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Adios Academia
Yesterday I completed my last two finals of my graduate school career. I decided to compile a list of quotes that remind me of my collegiate journey!
"A graduation ceremony is an event where the commencement speaker tells thousands of students dressed in identical caps and gowns that "individuality" is the key to success." ~ Robert Orben
"The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet." ~ Aristotle [There were many instances I thought I would not make it out alive...]
"A man who has never gone to school may steal from a freight car; but if he has a university education, he may steal the whole railroad" - Theodore Roosevelt
"At commencement you wear your square-shaped mortarboards. My hope is that from time to time you will let your minds be bold, and wear sombreros." ~ Paul Freund [...in leu of Cinco de Mayo]
"To those of you who received honors, awards and distinctions, I say well done. And to the 'C' students, I say you too may one day be President of the United States." ~George W. Bush, US President
"Your families are extremely proud of you. You can't imagine the sense of relief they are experiencing. This would be a most opportune time to ask for money." - Gary Bolding [My dad would totally appreciate this statement!]
"Some people will graduate with summa cum laude, some will graduate with magna cum laude, and others will graduate with thank you!" [Can I get an AMEN?!]
"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy/gal who'll decide where to go." ~ Dr. Seuss [Even as a master's graduate, Dr. Seuss has yet to fail me.]
As I head into graduation events, I'll keep this in mind:
Commencement speeches were invented largely in the belief that outgoing college students should never be released into the world until they have been properly sedated.
Note to self:
--GRADUATE LIKE A CHAMP! (e.g., do not trip at any moment during commencement.)
-Enjoy the remainder of my vacay before the real world hit me in the forehead.
"A graduation ceremony is an event where the commencement speaker tells thousands of students dressed in identical caps and gowns that "individuality" is the key to success." ~ Robert Orben
"The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet." ~ Aristotle [There were many instances I thought I would not make it out alive...]
"A man who has never gone to school may steal from a freight car; but if he has a university education, he may steal the whole railroad" - Theodore Roosevelt
"At commencement you wear your square-shaped mortarboards. My hope is that from time to time you will let your minds be bold, and wear sombreros." ~ Paul Freund [...in leu of Cinco de Mayo]
"To those of you who received honors, awards and distinctions, I say well done. And to the 'C' students, I say you too may one day be President of the United States." ~George W. Bush, US President
"Your families are extremely proud of you. You can't imagine the sense of relief they are experiencing. This would be a most opportune time to ask for money." - Gary Bolding [My dad would totally appreciate this statement!]
"Some people will graduate with summa cum laude, some will graduate with magna cum laude, and others will graduate with thank you!" [Can I get an AMEN?!]
"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You're on your own. And you know what you know. You are the guy/gal who'll decide where to go." ~ Dr. Seuss [Even as a master's graduate, Dr. Seuss has yet to fail me.]
As I head into graduation events, I'll keep this in mind:
Commencement speeches were invented largely in the belief that outgoing college students should never be released into the world until they have been properly sedated.
Note to self:--GRADUATE LIKE A CHAMP! (e.g., do not trip at any moment during commencement.)
-Enjoy the remainder of my vacay before the real world hit me in the forehead.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Raindrops keep fallin on my head.
I haven't blogged in a while and to be honest it's because I feel nothing extraordinary has happened to me. I haven't had tiny chihuahuas chasing me or awesome youtube videos that have rocked my world. However, change is happening all around me and within my life.
I was reading a blog by Baron Batch about ripples and how people's lives collide with one another:
"We are individual raindrops in a huge lake. Of course each of us has our own ripple, but our lives are primarily made up of other peoples ripples crashing into our own. Many people like to think that our ripples crash randomly into each other without purpose or reason. Maybe that’s true, but then again maybe it’s not true at all."
As I am graduating and moving on to the next stage in my life and I am looking back at how God has orchestrated certain special people in my path. He has collided many spectacular ripples with my life in the past 2 years. I have acquired new friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime. Two years ago I prayed for meaningful relationships that would empower me and would be knit together through our love for Christ. God answered that prayer and delivered above and beyond what I could have imagined! I have created a personal history with God and HE IS GOOD TO ME! I love Him more than I can express! My heart is abounding with joy and warmth for Him! I cannot wait to see what God has in store for my future! I am ready for where He will take me and how I can collide with others and bless their lives.
Note to self:
-love more
-collide with others and share God's love
-pack for this weekend.
I was reading a blog by Baron Batch about ripples and how people's lives collide with one another:
"We are individual raindrops in a huge lake. Of course each of us has our own ripple, but our lives are primarily made up of other peoples ripples crashing into our own. Many people like to think that our ripples crash randomly into each other without purpose or reason. Maybe that’s true, but then again maybe it’s not true at all."
As I am graduating and moving on to the next stage in my life and I am looking back at how God has orchestrated certain special people in my path. He has collided many spectacular ripples with my life in the past 2 years. I have acquired new friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime. Two years ago I prayed for meaningful relationships that would empower me and would be knit together through our love for Christ. God answered that prayer and delivered above and beyond what I could have imagined! I have created a personal history with God and HE IS GOOD TO ME! I love Him more than I can express! My heart is abounding with joy and warmth for Him! I cannot wait to see what God has in store for my future! I am ready for where He will take me and how I can collide with others and bless their lives.
Note to self:
-love more
-collide with others and share God's love
-pack for this weekend.
Friday, March 11, 2011
B E L I E V E
I take the Praxis exam tomorrow at 10:45. [National exam for speech pathology] I have been review/cramming/freaking out -- take your pick! As I am starting to go crazy with anxiety I STOP and think...
WHY am I wigging out?
WHEN has God not had my back? He has gotten me through grad school, 10 comprehensive exams in 3 days, a job, and countless other blessings.
WHY is it so hard to BELIEVE and have FAITH when He is so constant in my life?
Conclusion:
Satan uses doubt and worry to invade my life and blind me of the great things God is doing/has done! I have COMPLETE confidence/faith/belief that I will PASS PRAXIS tomorrow. Not by my knowledge alone, but with God. He is my constant. He is my peace. He is my true love. He will guide my brain/thoughts/pencil to the correct answers. ...And if the devil doesn't like it he can sit on a tack!
Note to self:
-Not allow praxis studying to make me go crazy.
-D.O.M.I.N.A.T.E tomorrow
-Pack for the beginning of spring break.
-Jam to some Lecrae pandora.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
oh the timing.
I am constantly amazed by God's guidance and timing. My life as a student is quickly wrapping up (88 day to be exact) and I am facing the unknown "GROWN UP WORK FORCE". I was uncertain where I would go mainly because I was open to wherever God had plans for me. I emailed a few rehab companies and TAAA DAAA I received 2 (yes TWO) job offers in Abilene (my hometown). The humorous aspect of this situation is a year ago I turned my nose up towards good ole 'lene. However, I could not be more excited to go! I will be working in a job and doing exactly what I have a passion for! I mean...you can't get anymore spectacular than that!?! God has brought also new relationships in my life that I couldn't be more excited about. I love seeing it grow and flourish! Along with new relationships, my older relationships are also staying steady! Which in a busy world is hard to do! I can't help but sit back and enjoy the ride. A year ago I would've laughed (and i mean HYSTERICALLY laughed) if you told me I would have a job in abilene, an awesome godly boyfriend, and be considering living with my parents to save money. God is in control and He is constantly showing me his great love for me and my desires! I have no need to fear or worry the future...EVER. I can't explain the love I have for my Father. He loved me first, knows my name, and cares about my passions.
Note to self:
-Go to bed earlier--exhaustion is not a habit I want to pick up.
-Study...even though I have ZERO motivation
-Pass the Praxis-I AM AND WILL DOMINATE.
-Love God/Love people.
Note to self:-Go to bed earlier--exhaustion is not a habit I want to pick up.
-Study...even though I have ZERO motivation
-Pass the Praxis-I AM AND WILL DOMINATE.
-Love God/Love people.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
What year is it?
Whoa...this is the first time I've blogged all year!
What do I say about this year 2011?
a) It is a year of new changes, new relationships, and a new season in my life!
b) I've only experienced 22 days of 2011 and it's GREAT!
c) God is doing AMAZING things and I look forward to embracing whatever this year will throw at me!
d) It's difficult to remember to write the correct date/year on documents 1/22/11
e) did you know the zodiac signs changed? --Yeah I don't care either.
f) May 21, 2011 is the predicted date of the rapture. --Silly scholars, that's the date of my graduation and God knows how important/how hard I've worked for that Master's degree so He wouldn't do that!
Note to self:
-Find motivation to complete my ever growing to-do list.
-Netflix is the best procrastination tool ever.
What do I say about this year 2011?
a) It is a year of new changes, new relationships, and a new season in my life!
b) I've only experienced 22 days of 2011 and it's GREAT!
c) God is doing AMAZING things and I look forward to embracing whatever this year will throw at me!
d) It's difficult to remember to write the correct date/year on documents 1/22/11
e) did you know the zodiac signs changed? --Yeah I don't care either.
f) May 21, 2011 is the predicted date of the rapture. --Silly scholars, that's the date of my graduation and God knows how important/how hard I've worked for that Master's degree so He wouldn't do that!
Note to self:
-Find motivation to complete my ever growing to-do list.
-Netflix is the best procrastination tool ever.
Sunday, December 12, 2010
What a mess.
It has been brought to my attention that I am a mess. I'm not a slob per say. I love things to be clean and sanitary. Let me elaborate:
-my room has papers covering the floor. Yes, I have to tip toe around my study nook which has officially taken over my entire room. Of these papers, just about all of them have a coffee stains on them. (I tend to spill coffee on everything school related that I own.)
-Anytime I bake or cook I tend to spread the ingredients all over the counters and floor. I am quite certain this drives my roommate crazy.
-Pretty much anything I touch I make a mess somehow...quarky you might say? I have become to believe it has become more of a comical thing.
-To add to my messiness I am the biggest klutz. This clumsiness does not help when opening flour or anything for that matter.
However, I would love to learn from my clean and tidy roommate because she is awesome like that. What will I do to fix this you might ask? Well...I have googled TIPS FOR A MESSY PERSON. I did not dig the results, so I feel this is an ongoing transformation--or I might just have to come to grips with my lovely trait...
Note to self:
-find an efficient way to control my messy chaos.
-Go to bed in preparation for early finals study session.
-DOMINATE. FINALS.
-Enjoy my new plants in their precious clay pots!
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