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11.02.2002
E-Wedding!
I already wrote about this below, but I believe my lucky day is going to be on the 5th. *smiles happily* And there's already so many peeps coming to wish us well!

A Song for Ginny, to God
Part of me is the prodigal
Part of me is the other brother
But I think the heart of me
Is really somewhere between them
Some days I'm running wild
Some days we're reconciled
But I wonder all the while
Why You put up with me, when...
I wrestle most days
To find ways to do as I please

I always have, I always will
You saved me once, You save me still
My longing heart, Your love alone can fill
You always have, You always will

I was born with a wayward heart
Still I live with a restless spirit
My soul is so well worn
You'd think I'd have arrived by now
I'm caught in the trappings of
My search for lasting love
I've made mistakes enough
To last me a lifetime
I still slip, I still fall
But I'll always run back to You

I always have, I always will
You saved me once, You save me still
My longing heart, Your love alone can fill
You always have, You always will

I'm gonna keep trusting You
I see what You've seen me through
I'm goin' where You have gone
I'm letting You lead me on
All my days...always and forever
Never far...never leave me never
Here I'll stay...ever love me ever
Here's my heart
I'll always love You

I always have, I always will
You saved me once, You save me still
My longing heart, Your love alone can fill
You always have, You always will ~~Avalon, "Always Have, Always Will"

The Lord and I are...well, we've had an interesting day. With His help, I'm making some promises to Him I plan to keep. I'm also learning that I can't have everything my way...gotta grow up sometime...

Amusing Thought for the Day
If con is the opposite of pro, does that mean Congress is the opposite to progress?
11/02/2002 10:35:00 PM

Whoda thunkit?
Heh, it's an e-wedding again! I say again, because I sorta been through this before. Sorta. I don't think it counts if you leave the groom standing at the altar. ^_^;
Well, anyways, this time, I actually like the guy. So this time, I'm not gonna play "Runaway Bride", like Josh said. Heh.
The E-Wedding Thread, for all my OB peeps.
I hope I didn't break any hearts in doing this. In any case, I'm quite happy. ^_^

Prayer Request list:
Janice, Danita, Chad, Cera, Shaun, Flora, Lady M, lady at my church, Diane, Mom, me...and the list goes on. And a prayer of peace for all my friends. I don't want to leave anyone out. ^_~
11/02/2002 09:25:00 AM

11.01.2002
Still in Personality Quiz Mode, watch out!

See what Care Bear you are.

See what Care Bear you are./a>

See what Care Bear you are.

Interesting, no?
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Take the "Which Anime pet are you?" test!

Um, ok....
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You're Aoki Seiichirou!
You are one of a dying breed... a true gentleman (or gentlewoman, as the case may be). You tend to be a little disorganized and scatterbrained, but your heart is always in the right place. While you aren’t always the one who gets the most attention, you are sweet, dependable, and extremely loyal to your loved ones. Your family and friends are very important to you, and you will go to any length to protect them.
Which Dragon of Heaven are you?
Quiz by Kerianne

Beh?
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Want To Know Which Element You Are?

You are Water!

Stuck between the sky and the ground, you lack
the sudden impulse that Air has but are unable to root yourself down like Earth. Though you have troubles
finishing projects, people can depend on you for the most part (even if it means pulling a few all-nighters).
On the plus side, you are extremely adaptable and thus can adjust to any situation. Sure, you might not like
it, but it doesn't weigh you down.

Best Match: Fire, just enough 'oomph' to keep your interest.

Worst Match: Spirit, you'll be out the door before they make up their minds.

Streea wasted a bunch of time making this test.

Want To Know Which Element You Are?

You are Spirit!

Truly a rare breed, you're calm and thoughtful
but still know how to live life. Things are taken slowly but your large list of experiences (yours as well
as others) can help you adapt to new situations with little trouble or people being hurt. Unfortunately,
you're the most likely to ignore yourself over other people. Emotions rule you, and though you are quick
to kindness, your anger could scare the fiercest of creatures. Learn to relax a bit and live your own life.

Best Match: Fire, they'll pull you out of your shell and teach you plenty of things in life.

Worst Match: Water, they're too intent on their emotions to notice yours.

Streea wasted a bunch of time making this test.

Does that make me a raincloud, then? Oh wait, I was thinking of air and water...^^;
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I'm Arwen. Um, that's a Lord of the Rings name I haven't come across yet...but then, I'm still stumbling along in Book I. ^_^;
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You
are Buffy

You
are Buffy from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. You are one cool
chick. You didn't ask to be the Slayer, but you still do a bang-up
job of killing demons and protecting the innocent- and looking great doing
it. Go you!

Which movie heroine are you?

Wha--?!? Well, that was unexpected.
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YAY! I LOVE Bubbles!!! *happy grin*
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See what Rugrat you are.

*snicker snicker* Yup, that's me.
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SAILOR VENUS--You're extremely friendly and not afraid to say what's on your mind. You like to look out for others, especially those younger than yourself. You see no need for violence, you prefer to talk things through. You're a loyal friend, which is a good quality to have!

Um, which one was she again...? ^^;;;
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If I were a sappy movie ballad, I would be My Heart Will Go On from Titanic Incurring the wrath of both casual radio listeners and audiophiles the world over, I managed to get played every hour on the hour on every radio station the world over. It seems that my appeal will go on, and on, and on, and on....What sappy movie ballad are you?

Oh...my....
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Which Smiley are You?

Created by Jessi.

:D
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You are Big the Cat!

Which Sonic Adventure 1/2 character are YOU?
by Ame Tenchi

meep?
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*happy giggle as I am carted away to the local insane asylum*
11/01/2002 06:06:00 PM

Return of the Personality Quizzes Strikes Back

"You're a very elegant and refined person, and you see beauty in everything. However, you tend to see life on the pessimistic side - There is an air of mystery and sadness about you, which attracts people like magnets to iron. You can take care of yourself and other people, and prefer to solve your own problems rather than dumping them on others. And even though you may make some bad choices, you're still deeply loyal to those you love."

Cool. That's the best one I heard about me yet. ^_^;

What
lesser-known Simpsons character are you?

Brought to you by the good folks at sacwriters.com.

Ouch.

I'm a......

Take Squiggle UK's 'Are you addicted to online tests' test

*giggle*

According to a wildly long test I took basing on Star Wars and being used for academic purposes, I am
OPENNESS--Wicket -- A particularly curious, inventive, and resourceful young Ewok, open to exploring new ideas and developing novel solutions to everyday problems (e.g., destroying AT-STs). (High scorers tend to be original, creative, curious, complex.)
CONSCIENTIOUSAdmiral Ozzel -- A generally conscientious soldier who is susceptible to occasional lapses & blunders, such as the mistake he made at the beginning of the imperial assault on the rebel base at Hoth. (Low scorers tend to be disorganized, undependable, negligent.)
EXTRAVERSION--whatever this means. I'm in the middle, so I'm likable.
AGREEABLENESS--Obi-Wan Kenobi -- This loyal, kind, and honorable young Jedi is a good man. (High scorers tend to be good natured, sympathetic, forgiving, courteous.)
NEUROTICISM--Tuscan warriors -- These inhabitants of Tatooine are unpredictable, temperamental, and excitable, and known to be especially moody in their difficult teenage years. (High scorers tend to be nervous, high-strung, insecure, worrying.)
FYI, I placed 94% on Neuroticism--my highest score on this thing. Interesting...

Thank you, come again
Thank You! Your score is 31, the best we've had so far. However, it also means you are the personality equivalent of a prostitute.
A copy of this test has been emailed to the IRS, the FBI, the CIA and Microsoft. Based on the results you may be audited, incarcerated, recruited as a spy or awarded the entire wealth of Bill Gates, which is now $11,820,895,220,000 -- a bit lower than yesterday because he visited the Mustang Ranch near Las Vegas.
Now go out in the world and use your personality!

...oh my...(btw, this site has at least 24 goofy tests, but I only took one, because there are more quizzes to take, booyaka!)

Kingdomality
Your distinct personality, The Dreamer-Minstrel might be found in most of the thriving kingdoms of the time. You can always see the "Silver Lining" to every dark and dreary cloud. Look at the bright side is your motto and understanding why everything happens for the best is your goal. You are the positive optimist of the world who provides the hope for all humankind. There is nothing so terrible that you can not find some good within it. On the positive side, you are spontaneous, charismatic, idealistic and empathic. On the negative side, you may be a sentimental dreamer who is emotionally impractical. Interestingly, your preference is just as applicable in today's corporate kingdoms.

Did you know that, if my family had stayed in England, I would be royalty? Go fig...

Hee hee, I'm "Merry Brandybuck". Eh, apart from Frodo, they all look the same to me.

test by Leanne
which CCS character are you?

Heh, how'd I guess?

"You are Tweety.
You are cute, and everyone loves you. You are a best friend that
no one takes the chance of losing. You never hurt feelings and
seldom have your own feelings hurt. Life is a breeze. You are
witty, and calm most of the time. Just keep clear of back stabbers,
and you are worry-free."

Tweeeeeeet. (Translation: Shweeeeet.)
11/01/2002 05:16:00 PM

10.31.2002
Halloween....
I'll be blunt...I don't like it. Period. True Halloween rages against my religion. I'm sorry if that is offensive to anyone, but Halloween is offensive to me. Period. Again.
I don't do Halloween.
10/31/2002 05:26:00 PM

And friends are friends forever
If the Lord's the Lord of them
And a friend will not say never
Cause the welcome will not end.. "Friends"

Well put, Smitty. ^_^
10/31/2002 12:49:00 AM

10.30.2002
Some "inspiration" for ya
Heh, worked with Chad as a manager today. That's always...interesting. He's only 3 years older than me, the same height as me, and is a major goofball. Since he is bald with a goatee, just like Rondo, Rondo calls him MiniMe. Teh heh.
So here's for Chad! ^_^;
"If at first you don't succeed, try management."
Oh wait...that's for Rondo.
"TEAMWORK...means never having to take all the blame yourself."
Nooope...that's a Rondo, too.
Hmmm...
"Succeed in spite of management."
*laughs* There we go!
"Go the extra mile. It makes your boss look like an incompetent slacker."
HEE HEE HEE!
(And if for some unexplainable reason beyond my comprehension any of my managers are reading this, then don't forget I'm just teasing!!!)

10/30/2002 07:40:00 PM

So I am in a song mood...heh
You are the One
There's no one else
Who lifts me up
And gives me water from the well
But there's a hole
That seems to drain it all away
And once again I'm left in fear and doubt
When all my strength is crying out

So here I am again
Willing to be opened up and broken
Like a flower in the rain
Tell me what have I to do
To die and then be raised
To reach beyond the pain
Like a flower in the rain

The evil wind it blows a storm
To rock my world
Just when I think I'm safe and warm
I'm led astray far too easily
It's always hard for me to say I'm wrong
Until I know I can't go on

So here I am again
Willing to be opened up and broken
Like a flower in the rain
Tell me what have I to do
To die and then be raised
To reach beyond the pain
Like a flower in the rain

Lord, you have searched me and know
When I sleep and when I rise
You're familiar with all my ways
Even the darkness will shine like the day
When you look into my heart

So here I am again
Willing to be opened up and broken
Like a flower in the rain
Tell me what have I to do
To die and then be raised
To reach beyond the pain
Like a flower in the rain
~~Jaci Velasquez, "Flower in the Rain" I love this song. Heck, I love anything of Jaci's--she's really good. Smitty, Chapman, and Shultz, too. Heck, there's LOTS of good Christian music artists out there.

And today's mood is...
Well, besides being in song mood, nothing. Usually, I'm tired or bubbly or grouchy or something, but not now. *looks comically amused and puzzles* How is that possible?
10/30/2002 09:25:00 AM

10.29.2002
My Promise to you

Tomorrow morning if you wake up
And the sun does not appear
I will be here
If in the dark we lose sight of love
Hold my hand and have no fear
'Cause I will be here.
I will be here,
When you feel like being quiet
When you need to speak your mind
I will listen
And I will be here
When the laughter turns to crying
Through the winning, losing and trying
We'll be together
'Cause I will be here.

Tomorrow morning if you wake up
And the future is unclear
I will be here
As sure as seasons are made for change
Our lifetimes are made for tears
So, I will be here
I will be here
You can cry on my shoulder
When the mirror tells us we're older
I will hold you
And I will be here
To watch you grow in beauty
And tell you all the things you are to me
I will be here
I will be true to the promise I have made
To you and to the One who gave you to me
I will be here
And just as sure as seasons are made for change
Our lifetimes are made for these years
So I, I will be here
We'll be together
I will be here.
~~Steven Curtis Chapman

Ginny says: "Everyone needs to hear something like this. So I say it to you."

Now for some "adult" humor...
Rondoism: Even Ginny can be corrupted by her fellow servers.
Today, some lady called and told me about an accident she had in (supposedly) our store. When she was talking to me, it sounded almost like she was blaming me, blehh. Anyways, I was finally able to get her to Rondo so he could do the proper manager stuff for her.
So they get done and he comes out of the office grumbling darkly, and shares the story. Something about her tastebuds being burned off by our sauce (?). Now, don't get me wrong, I feel for the lady, but the way Rondo told it was just comical.
"So what's the problem with no tastebuds?" one server asked.
"Ah, sex life is over," I suddenly blurted out (my tendency to blurt what I don't mean to say has been cropping up a lot lately). Needless to say, everyone pop eyed me and laughed after a few shocked seconds.
Rondo found that downright amusing. At least he's out of his dark mood again. ^^; And I'm not really dirty minded like that...really! Honest!
You don't believe me, do you? Heh.
10/29/2002 01:58:00 PM

Reads Cera's Blog, and an email from her
Hmmm, ok. Just tell me that I haven't let you down, mkay? I just...pfffft. It's been a weird summer...And I'm going to buy more stamps very soon. Promise.

Then reads Shaun's...
Oh Shaun, you didn't tell us...Did we not give you a chance to, last night? Oops, sorry. You've got my cell (phone!) number, if Net talk isn't fast enough.

Looks around for Flora
Love ya, girl. You got wisdom beyond your years, sometimes. ;)

Acknowledges everyone else
Hi! ^_^

Looks at her own Blogspot
Heh, talk about an emotional rollercoaster. Even though I DON'T like how that one night turned out, it's brought me ever so closer to a select few. God brings good out of bad.
10/29/2002 09:23:00 AM

10.28.2002
Isn't that beautiful? It's loooove....heh
The way their tears make you want to change the world so that it doesn't hurt her/him anymore.....
Yet regardless if you love them, hate them, wish they would die or know that you would die without them ... it matters not.
Because once in your life, whatever they were to the world they become everything to you.
When you look them in the eyes, traveling to the depths of their souls and you say a million things without trace of a sound,
you know that your own life is inevitable consumed within the rhythmic beatings of her/his very heart.
You love her/him for a million reasons, No paper would do it justice. It is a thing not of the mind butof the heart.
A feeling.
Only felt.

It's like they say, "To the world you may only be one person, but to one person you may be the world."
10/28/2002 08:40:00 PM

10.27.2002
Guess who's been spending too much time on the net again?
Sabrina Online
Funny site. Excellent artist. Rated PG toward PG13 for some, ahem, adult themes. =^_^= But nothing shows!
10/27/2002 08:17:00 PM

A short note
Guilt is a place you should never travel.
Depression in many doses weighs heavily on the gentle heart.
Loneliness is banished in the presence of the Lord.

God loves you. And so do I.
10/27/2002 11:58:00 AM

Scary happenings before church today...
I was on my way to church. My constant thought was, "God, take me Home, please, God, PLEASE take me Home." And He kept telling me, "It's not your time. There are people that still need you, and it just isn't your time yet." God knows I'm a defiant one, though, or at least, try to be.
Part of the road to the church goes over the lake, and the road becomes very narrow. There are barely any of those metal rail guards, and for a second, I let the car slip toward the edge. The car was about to run right off when I heard God's voice, plain as anything, tell me to get the car back on the road, NOW!!! You don't argue with God.
And it scares me just how close I came to disobeying Him.

Thankfully doing better
Nothing terribly spectacular at church today--it was all about pledge Sunday in my new church. The one thing that truly struck me, though, was when the pastor mentioned that God appreciates us, even when no one else does. God watches our every movement, and He uses it for His purpose. I was reminded today just how strong God's love is for me, and how He cares so very very much. Frankly, I never get tired of hearing that. He's blessed me with a lot more than I give Him credit for, and it's my turn to start appreciating Him back.

And a song for Shaun...
I heard this and it made me think of you so much, Shaun-chan, so here ya go. It's the begining and end part to "Thank You" by Ray Bolz.
I dreamed I went to Heaven
And you were there with me;
We walked upon the streets of gold beside the crystal sea.
We heard the angels singing then someone called your name....

...One by one they came, far as the eye could see.
Each life somehow touched by your generosity.
Little things that you had done, sacrifices made,
Unnoticed on the earth, in Heaven now proclaimed.
And I know up in Heaven, you're not supposed to cry
But I am almost sure I saw tears in your eyes
As Jesus took your hand, you stood before the Lord,
He said, "My Child, look around you, for great is your reward!"

Thank you for giving to the Lord
I have a life that was changed
Thank you for giving to the Lord
I am so glad you gave.

I pray, Shaun, that you continue to be one of God's brighter lights to those around you.
10/27/2002 11:54:00 AM

Words to live by
"'I wish it need not have happened in my time,' said Frodo.
'So do I,' said Gandalf, 'and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us...'" ~~The Fellowship of the Ring

Stupid Me
Well I cried myself to sleep last night. And I'm not saying that to gain attention or pity...*pulls out her Pillow of Doom*...so don't give it to me. Spend it on someone who actually needs it. I'm saying that to show how foolish I am.
Emotions are horrid things. Even after 22 years, I'm still coping with them. And not doing very well at all.
Normal people my age would already be moved out of their parents' house. Most of my friends my age have already met their life mate and are planning their marriage, if not already getting married. And here I am, still trying to cope with the skills of emotional stability that I should have learned back in elementary school. (In fact, that's why I failed first grade--they said I was emotional unstable. Still am, just had a lot of practice covering it up.)
Can't wait to go to church today--I need solace with my Creator...desperately.

10/27/2002 08:52:00 AM