Packing

Well last night I finally packed for Lads to Leaders!  I am so excited!  I usually pack like two weeks in advance!  I have driven my mom crazy with wanting to pack.  See you all Thursday!

My Grandmother

My grandmother's name is Helen.  She is a member of the Church and she is a wonderful Christian lady.  She is always there for me when I need her.  My grandmother is constantly encouraging me to do better.  She doesn't miss a band concert or softball game.  My grandmother deals with me aggravating her when I am out of school and watches movies with me no matter how many times we have seen them all ready.  I love my grandmother so much and I don't know what I would do with out her.

Finished Scrapbook

Well today I finished my scrapbook.  This is my seventh year doing scrapbook.  It took me a while but I got it done.  I can't wait til you all will be able to see it next week!

Best Friends

I have some of the best best friends anyone could ask for.  I have three best friends.  I can talk to them about anything.  If I need anything they are they.  We might not have been friends our whole lives but we are sisters for the rest of them!

Kayla Kilgore

Kayla Kilgore is my big sister.  She isn't my real sister but she has known me since I was born.  Kk is a great role model for me.  She is there for me when I need to talk and she sticks up for me when someone is being mean to me.  Kayla is in college right now to become a registered nurse.  She doesn't give up when she has her mind set on something.  I haven't seen my big sister in a while so I can't wait to be able to see her next week and have her come to my softball games.  I love my big sister so much and she means the world to me!

Spring Break

Well Spring Break is finally here!  I am so glad to have a break from school for a week.  Every year you here people talking about what they are going to do over the break.  Most of the time during Spring Break people go to the beach, but not me I am staying home and I am glad I am.

Two Weeks Left

Well there is two weeks left before we all will head to Lads Leaders.  I almost have scrapbook done!  I still have tons to do!  Next week I have to really get down and learn my speech and practice my song.  I can't wait to see all of you there!

Working on Scrapbook

Well today I sat down and really worked on scrapbook. Every year my scrapbook ends up being extremely too thick so I am trying to change that this year. Lads to Leaders is two weeks away and I still have tons to do to get it done on time. Today I also got my divider page pictures taken and about three sections done. I really shouldn't procrastinate.

Being Thankful

Are you thankful for what you have? We always ask for stuff we want at Christmas, birthdays, or just whenever but we never really stop and say thank you for what we have. Most of us have loving families and friends. Recently my friend Alexis lost her mom. Now how do you think she feels? While the rest of us are out asking for stuff we probably don't really need she is wanting her mom back. So next time instead of being so absorbed in what we want lets be thankful for what we have.

Asking Questions

Have you ever heard a little kid ask a bunch of questions? All my life I have heard if I have a question to ask it. That no question is a stupid question unless you do not ask it. I used to ask questions all the time and sometimes I still do. I hardly ever ask questions in school. As Christians we should constantly be wanting to learn more about God and asking questions if you have any. We can go to our preachers, parents, elders, deacons, or just go to the Bible for answers. Just remember that no question is stupid unless it's not asked!

Family Time

Every other weekend I spend time with my little cousin.  My little cousin is eight years old.  She isn't used to having cousins or someone to hang out with so when she's with me she never lets me out of her sight.  I enjoy spending time with her and the rest of my family.  I love them so much.  We stick together through thick and thin.

 

Changes

We all have experienced changes in our lives. Most people don't like to experience change because they are too stuck in their ways or are scared of what is going to happen. Changes can hurt us or help us. Not all changes are bad. So next time before you start thinking that changes maybe you should consider all the options.

Following Directions

Have you ever been giving directions to follow? I know I have. I get told different directions a lot. In marching band I get specific directions on how to march. If I don't follow these directions I can mess up the whole show. My coach also gives me directions in softball. I get told a specific way to bunt, where to throw the ball, and how to run. God gives us directions too! God's directions are found in the Bible. If we don't follow the directions given then there will be consequences.

Sticking up for Whats Right

All your life you hear "Always do what is right" but how are we supposed to do this? You go through life we go through trials and tribulations. In high school I can tell you that sticking up for what is right is not always easy. When you are in high school you want to go along with what your friends are doing. Your friends might not always be doing what is right. Sometimes it is going to be your responsibility to defend what you know is right. Hold your head up high, be determined, and rely completely in God. If your "friends" don't stick by you when you do this then that is their fault not yours.

Coach Wiley

Coach Wiley is my softball coach.  He attends Decatur Highway Church of Christ.  Coach Wiley is supportive.  He never lets us give up.  If he sees me not doing my best he pushes me harder.  Coach Wiley is always there for us.  He is a great Christian, softball coach, and friend.