To start off with yes I am still alive. ;) This past weekend has been crazy, and not in a good way. My dad (who has a benign brain tumor) started having these wierd attacks (that he thought were strokes) last Saturday. So he ended up in the emergency room, and I ended up almost hyperventilating (I am very prone to panic attacks). After my dad had a cat scan to see what was going on (too bad they don't use a real cat on those things) the emergency room doctor basically came in and said to my dad, "well it looks like your brain tumor has grown some. Bye." Okay so he wasn't that brusque, but he didn't give us any details at all. The good news is that 1: Those cat scan are not accurate at all; 2: My uncle (who is a neurosurgeon) called us late sunday night and explained that those attacks don't necessarily mean his tumor has grown or has converted to cancer. He thought they were probably just focal seizures that could have something to do with his medicine, or the fact that his tumor has just rotated a little, etc. So the bottom line is we are not as freaked out as we were, but we haven't had the mri yet so we don't know anything for sure. I will definitely keep you updated. Prayers would be great. ;)
On a brighter note, didn't you just love watching the Giants beat the Patriots? (Pardon me if you're a Patriots fan) =] It was after that last big touchdown by the Giants that my dad had another attack (just a focal seizure and not a stroke we kept reminding ourselves) since he got a bit excited. (that is a bit of an understatement). Anyways, even though I knew perfectly well the attack wouldn't harm him any, I still got really panicky and my head started vibrating. Add that to the excitement of the game, and you had my ears ringing, everything going dizzy, and my mom yelling, "put your head between your legs!". Yes I did recover before I passed out luckily.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Crazy
Seven rather odd things I've noticed lately (not in any particular order).
7: How can both my dad and my brothers be super obsessed with some silly racing video game? It sure gets annoying to me. ;) I think if someone gave them a choice between the game and a million dollars they'd choose the game in a second.
6: How in the world could anyone espouse something like abortion?
5: Why do I still get about 10 million pop-ups on my computer when I'm supposed to have this "wonderful working" popup blocker?
4: How can people still believe in Evolution when all the evidence is against them?
3: Why can't the weekend come faster? =]
2: Could the next few months for me be anymore crowded? Bell festival next month, voice starts back next week (which means voice recitals unfortunately), piano recital, plus other random annoying things....haha
1: And finally why do I happen to be typing this? Good question.
7: How can both my dad and my brothers be super obsessed with some silly racing video game? It sure gets annoying to me. ;) I think if someone gave them a choice between the game and a million dollars they'd choose the game in a second.
6: How in the world could anyone espouse something like abortion?
5: Why do I still get about 10 million pop-ups on my computer when I'm supposed to have this "wonderful working" popup blocker?
4: How can people still believe in Evolution when all the evidence is against them?
3: Why can't the weekend come faster? =]
2: Could the next few months for me be anymore crowded? Bell festival next month, voice starts back next week (which means voice recitals unfortunately), piano recital, plus other random annoying things....haha
1: And finally why do I happen to be typing this? Good question.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Snow Goose
Since I really have nothing to say about my life right now (except that I'm already exhausted and wish it was Friday), I thought I'd post one of my recent school papers. This one's about the little story The Snow Goose which I recently read. To warn you it does have a few plot spoilers (don't want to get sued or anything) so if you plan on reading the story you might want to stop reading. If not, then read away. ;)
Critique on The Snow Goose
The book The Snow Goose tells the story of Philip Rhayader, a despised, ugly humpback who lives alone in a huge lighthouse surrounded by his beloved birds. Philip spends his days in the 1930's painting the lonely British channel marsh around him, until a young girl named Fritha comes to him requesting his help to heal an injured snow goose. Though horribly afraid of Philip, Fritha comes to the lighthouse anyway to visit the snow goose. She soon develops a friendship with Rhayader. As the years pass, Fritha soon realizes her love for this despised man, and she begins to look past his outward appearance into his spirit.
In my opinion, this book emphasizes the themes of love, sacrifice, and beauty. Philip shows great love to Fritha and all the birds that he takes care of, including the snow goose. Philip tries to be kind and welcoming to Fritha, even when she wants to have nothing to do with him. He shows her the wonderful companionship of a true friend whenever she visits, and she soon discovers who Philip truly is. Fritha realizes how one’s spirit and not one’s appearance make one truly beautiful. Philip’s love toward her allows her to finally see this. After Philip sacrifices his life rescuing British troops trapped at Dunkirk, Fritha realizes Philip’s inner beauty and how much she loves him. Even the Snow Goose returns Philip’s love towards it by traveling with him when he ferries the soldiers back and forth, refusing to leave his side. The author’s message shines clear: Love and inner beauty can triumph over anything.
The powerful messages and characters in this book can touch anyone. Nearly everyone at one time has felt ugly and unimportant like Philip. Philip’s predicament as a humpback and his triumph over it provides a moving, challenging story. The loyalty of Fritha and the Snow Goose truly challenged me to look at someone’s heart over their appearance as God challenges us to do. I Samuel 16:7b says, "...Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart."This story reminds everyone of the importance of seeking inner beauty over outer beauty.
Critique on The Snow Goose
The book The Snow Goose tells the story of Philip Rhayader, a despised, ugly humpback who lives alone in a huge lighthouse surrounded by his beloved birds. Philip spends his days in the 1930's painting the lonely British channel marsh around him, until a young girl named Fritha comes to him requesting his help to heal an injured snow goose. Though horribly afraid of Philip, Fritha comes to the lighthouse anyway to visit the snow goose. She soon develops a friendship with Rhayader. As the years pass, Fritha soon realizes her love for this despised man, and she begins to look past his outward appearance into his spirit.
In my opinion, this book emphasizes the themes of love, sacrifice, and beauty. Philip shows great love to Fritha and all the birds that he takes care of, including the snow goose. Philip tries to be kind and welcoming to Fritha, even when she wants to have nothing to do with him. He shows her the wonderful companionship of a true friend whenever she visits, and she soon discovers who Philip truly is. Fritha realizes how one’s spirit and not one’s appearance make one truly beautiful. Philip’s love toward her allows her to finally see this. After Philip sacrifices his life rescuing British troops trapped at Dunkirk, Fritha realizes Philip’s inner beauty and how much she loves him. Even the Snow Goose returns Philip’s love towards it by traveling with him when he ferries the soldiers back and forth, refusing to leave his side. The author’s message shines clear: Love and inner beauty can triumph over anything.
The powerful messages and characters in this book can touch anyone. Nearly everyone at one time has felt ugly and unimportant like Philip. Philip’s predicament as a humpback and his triumph over it provides a moving, challenging story. The loyalty of Fritha and the Snow Goose truly challenged me to look at someone’s heart over their appearance as God challenges us to do. I Samuel 16:7b says, "...Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart."This story reminds everyone of the importance of seeking inner beauty over outer beauty.
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Review
Since I'm stuck with the remainders of a sinus headache, I have nothing better to do than give a book review I suppose. Sooo here's one for The Legacy of Lillian Parker, a book I just read that is a nice break from rigid school reading. ;) hehe.
This story revolves around Lillian Parker (surprise), the daughter of a deseased millionare. When she discovers her father embezzled his own company (Michigan Technologies) out of much money, she finds herself removed from her position in the company and feels deserted even by her own finance. While contemplating suicide, she finds a verse in the Bible which gives her new hope and a desire to start afresh. She heads to the mountain retreat of Compton Gap to get away from everything, and there meets Dave, a talented park ranger. While at Compton Gap, she finds out much about herself, her future, Dave, and the fate of her brother Scott who was taken prisoner during the Vietnam War.
This book struck me as very different from most romance novels I have read, and I enjoyed the Christian content. The characters were very congenial, however a few aspects of the plot were a little bit fake. Things move a bit too fast between Dave and Lillian for instance. However, overall I truly enjoyed the book, and would give it 4 stars out of 5.
This story revolves around Lillian Parker (surprise), the daughter of a deseased millionare. When she discovers her father embezzled his own company (Michigan Technologies) out of much money, she finds herself removed from her position in the company and feels deserted even by her own finance. While contemplating suicide, she finds a verse in the Bible which gives her new hope and a desire to start afresh. She heads to the mountain retreat of Compton Gap to get away from everything, and there meets Dave, a talented park ranger. While at Compton Gap, she finds out much about herself, her future, Dave, and the fate of her brother Scott who was taken prisoner during the Vietnam War.
This book struck me as very different from most romance novels I have read, and I enjoyed the Christian content. The characters were very congenial, however a few aspects of the plot were a little bit fake. Things move a bit too fast between Dave and Lillian for instance. However, overall I truly enjoyed the book, and would give it 4 stars out of 5.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Life
A few things that I've been doing lately.
*For school I've been reading The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway. Let's just say that it's not my most favorite book in the world. ;) It has a bit too much fishing terminology, (not the most interesting) and the amount of literature questoins is nearly hearbreaking. *sigh*. Luckily I finish it tomorrow. But don't let me deter you from reading it. You might love it for all I know. ;)
*This past week I was appointed to be in charge of our church's sign. Oh joy. haha. just kidding. It's actually rather interesting. However, when the wind is blowing, it's absolutely freezing, and you're hands are turning red and puffy because you didn't bring gloves, it's not so much fun anymore. ;) hehe.
*Last night I was trying to convince my parents to let me sit up till 11 to watch the end of the Kentucky-Tennessee basketball game (and yes KY won thank you very much. ;) ). I attempted to explain how sitting up till 11:30 last Sat. night had resulted in me waking up refreshed, rejuvenated, and bursting with energy early the next day. Yeah I can see why they didn't buy that one. ;) Then I tried plain out begging. But that didn't work too well either. School nights can stink let me tell you.....hehe
*For school I've been reading The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway. Let's just say that it's not my most favorite book in the world. ;) It has a bit too much fishing terminology, (not the most interesting) and the amount of literature questoins is nearly hearbreaking. *sigh*. Luckily I finish it tomorrow. But don't let me deter you from reading it. You might love it for all I know. ;)
*This past week I was appointed to be in charge of our church's sign. Oh joy. haha. just kidding. It's actually rather interesting. However, when the wind is blowing, it's absolutely freezing, and you're hands are turning red and puffy because you didn't bring gloves, it's not so much fun anymore. ;) hehe.
*Last night I was trying to convince my parents to let me sit up till 11 to watch the end of the Kentucky-Tennessee basketball game (and yes KY won thank you very much. ;) ). I attempted to explain how sitting up till 11:30 last Sat. night had resulted in me waking up refreshed, rejuvenated, and bursting with energy early the next day. Yeah I can see why they didn't buy that one. ;) Then I tried plain out begging. But that didn't work too well either. School nights can stink let me tell you.....hehe
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Oh Beautiful Weekend
So far I have been enjoying a very relaxing weekend after a pretty tough week in school (it felt more like a month of school to me). Not that I didn't enjoy it of course, I'm just not quite used to such a rigorous schedule as of yet. ;) hehe. Anyways, today I have been doing absolutely doing. I actually slept till 10 (which is pretty darn late for me), and then went to the coffee shop and stuffed my face. ;) *sigh* I just can't regret that act though. haha.
The weather is being a big tease today. It's been a pathetic mix of rain and snow (we're supposed to be getting about 6 inches of snow. Yeah right). But one can always hope I suppose. Not that I want to get snowed out of church tomorrow, but going to handbell practice at 8:30 AM doesn't sound very appealing at the moment. ;)
Well that's it for now. Later my friends. ;)
The weather is being a big tease today. It's been a pathetic mix of rain and snow (we're supposed to be getting about 6 inches of snow. Yeah right). But one can always hope I suppose. Not that I want to get snowed out of church tomorrow, but going to handbell practice at 8:30 AM doesn't sound very appealing at the moment. ;)
Well that's it for now. Later my friends. ;)
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Random Things
A few random thoughts.
*It actually snowed here today (definitely not normal). The only bad thing? We didn't get school off. Darn.
*I hate geometry. And then when I start doing okay I love it.
*Pop-ups that get rid of all my windows open on my computer drive me nuts.
*I am attempting to learn Spanish. Unfortunately, I would probably use this phrase all the time to a spanish speaker, "No entendi bien. Me puede hablar un poco mas despacio?" (I didn't understand very well. Can you please speak a little slower?) They do talk terribly fast. ;)
*Mississippi State can be a very annoying basketball team.
*One reason I never go on the youth ski trip: I always imagine myself flipping over and either landing on my face or breaking my neck. Yeah you get the picture. ;)
*One of my favorite quotes from Wintson Churchill: "A member of Parliament was giving a long and boring speech when he noticed Churchill's eyes were closed. 'Must you fall asleep while I am speaking?' the man asked. 'No', replied Winston with his eyes still closed. 'It's purely voluntary.' "
*One more quote from Churchill. "During my life I have often had to eat my own words and I have found them a wholesome diet."
*It actually snowed here today (definitely not normal). The only bad thing? We didn't get school off. Darn.
*I hate geometry. And then when I start doing okay I love it.
*Pop-ups that get rid of all my windows open on my computer drive me nuts.
*I am attempting to learn Spanish. Unfortunately, I would probably use this phrase all the time to a spanish speaker, "No entendi bien. Me puede hablar un poco mas despacio?" (I didn't understand very well. Can you please speak a little slower?) They do talk terribly fast. ;)
*Mississippi State can be a very annoying basketball team.
*One reason I never go on the youth ski trip: I always imagine myself flipping over and either landing on my face or breaking my neck. Yeah you get the picture. ;)
*One of my favorite quotes from Wintson Churchill: "A member of Parliament was giving a long and boring speech when he noticed Churchill's eyes were closed. 'Must you fall asleep while I am speaking?' the man asked. 'No', replied Winston with his eyes still closed. 'It's purely voluntary.' "
*One more quote from Churchill. "During my life I have often had to eat my own words and I have found them a wholesome diet."
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