I went on campus today to buy some shorts for our CCUC jerseys this year. All I see is like a whole herd of freshmen entering the O'Rena. I'm thinking also that I don't recall ever doing something like this my first year at OU. It's kind of nice to see OU growing like this as they continue to try to make everything around it a more "college" atmosphere for everyone. Anyways, it's nice that some of the freshmen were asking me bout where to go when I was there. I kept thinking how I was in their position only a few years back when I was at SVSU. Oh well, I look forward to seeing which ones enter the ED program.

It's also amazing how much dumb country music my sis has downloaded on to my computer. I don't know if this is some sick joke or what? So with only a few days left till Chicago, time to decide who should go to this year's dedication. Here are the choices that I've come down to Britney, Stacey Orrico, or Amy Lee? Hmmm I wonder who P Nutz got this year too?

Fishin In The Dark

Man is there something wrong with me the past week that I haven't been able to sleep? Oh well, sleep when ya die is what I always say. So, school is starting up again which is on the up and up because I get to see my crew. It's hard to believe that CCUC is less than a week now, and yet I still feel things are unorganized.

Speaking of which, today I went to Kin and Erika's Shower. It's truly amazing to see how God has blessed Kin because it's been bout 5 years plus now that we've known each other. I'm still thankful for all those countless dinners/fellowship times that we've shared. Praise the Lord, for providing him with a godly wife as well. At the same time, I'm kind of bummed that he won't be going with the rest of us to Chicago this weekend. With Rich already going to Toronto, that leaves me as the lone CBCer on the A team. It was always nice at least havin one of them with me on the b-ball team, in terms of godly wisdom or seeing something that I didn't see when I'm on the court running the team. But things happen for a reason, so maybe He feels that I'm ready to control my emotions on the court. Ya gotta love the intensity of the game as it turns up though. Also, I believe this year CBC peeps who are going really gotta support each other at everyone's game. Because it doesn't seem we won't be having as many fans this year, so I'm hoping that those who are going can turn the volume up a notch. Does anyone still have their ThunderStix?

Also, after the shower was over on my way home I noticed how times are a changing once again. Summer is almost over and it is time for fall to start up. As each season passes, I look forward to seeing my CBC bro's go through their own wedding shower/ceremony.

Breakaway

Yesterday, was the first chance I got to see my sis's new place. Pretty nice, since it is all brand new apts. However, it sucked that they have no fricking elevator and I had to lug all her heavy crap to the highest point of the building. Oh well, it was a good work out!

Z and I played some great grass v-ball, and I met a couple of old opponents. Mel, I remember this old guy, he used to play for KPC. I knew he didn't belong on that team, however great player still. Tao, the most "feared" player there because of his power, and serves. Last time, I played against him, he was much stronger than I was but he was quiet and cool with it. Today, he was more cocky, and had this smirk on his face. It's been almost more than a half year since we faced each other, so he doesn't know bout me ascending already. Z wanted a first shot at him, but was no match. However, which pissed me off was that alright dude, you already showed that you are more powerful than Z, then why don't you bring that power over to me. The challenge was on, as we battled it out. Everyone on the team wanted me to go up against him on my own in terms of blocking. Tao smiled thinking that I can't do it, don't ever count out the kid. After roofing him, it was great because we matched each other kill for kill, whether it was quicks or backrow. In the mean time, this really helped me get a better understanding of controlling a SS 3, yet draining though. It was fun going against Tao because he is a great player, but just leave Z out of it next time. I don't like seeing any of my friends getting hurt in any way on the court.

Anyways, man school starts this Monday, why did OU have to change their schedule? Ooooh, I think the A team jersey's are gonna look sweeeeet too! Eh, almost done with the DBGT series too, good thing too I noticed my QT's have been slacking because of this.

I Miss J.M.

Yesterday, was a picture perfect day in terms of outdoor weather, although I wished it kicked up to at least 90 plus degrees. Nonetheless, I played some great grass v-ball and proved people wrong bout moi. One of the guys running it was telling me that I better play on the Upper net instead of going to the Top net due to my height? Oh please, like I said before ya gotta measure this kid by my heart and not my height. As I proved to everyone that I was one of the top players there and challenging everyone to good games. It was fun because some of the other guys knew I was holding back a lot too. What else was a blessing, was that I made a new friend, Z. It's always fun making new friends, and it's cool that we're gonna start playing 2's together now. He's a really great player, and I'm excited to play against him once he gets back to top form!

Afterwards, I hung out with the B-Stick for a little. It's always nice to catch up and see Dino as well. Then Llz, JC, and I all went to see AVP at the spur of the moment. I went in with low expectations, and the movie surpassed my expectations. Although for all those Alien and Predator fans, ya have to take this movie by itself. Do not try to intertwine the story lines as I did because it irritated me at first. Anyways, almost time to go up to Sparty land.

Hopped Up

It's been a rough few days, but I get the sense that things are looking up and up. Then again, I could be retarded for always being hopeful. In the end, though it's all bout leaving it up to God because I have to trust that He is in control of all things. Although it's tough because of my sinful nature I just want to run the tables. Just being at the Canton Picnic, felt like heaven to me. I don't know how many times I could keep saying this, but He continues to use the kids to remind me, of my purpose and seeing those kids give me so much hope and faith. Seeing The Discipler, was great and along with playing with #1 and 3. I'll be praying for # 2 for his health. I mean the skies were crystal blue, with white fluffy clouds, and a touch of sunlight. Then you have all over 100 at least believers and non talking amongst each other. I saw some of my Canton Camp kids too! I even saw my 2nd Yu 2 girls, man I really pray that they come back to CBC. There was even a tug of war contest, where we split that one. My boy, Phillip and I won the H2O balloon toss. Then of course, my lil gang of CBC boyz tried hitting Nat with some balloons. But I had the last laugh against them for evening thinking bout it. Truly an experience, that I needed to refocus my life.

So with that, in only a few hours I'll be leaving for once again to Toronto. Which would make it my 3 time in 2 weeks! My parents, and aunt want to visit our relative who just got back from HK. My mommy is jealous that this is my 3rd time. However, for the most part I plan on training for the upcoming battle against CCUC, and other challenges waiting for me in Chi-Town. Speaking of which, gotta call up CCMC to see if they're ready for the v-ball challenge, I certainly hope they are more stronger than last year! So the plan is to train mentally, physically, and spiritually in Toronto. I'll see everyone on the flipside once I return ;)

Did You Feel The Mountains Tremble?

Today was truly refreshing day no matter what happened for the most part. I spent a lot of time doing my QT's after my last entry. I understand now, and know what I gotta do. I played some ball today and got a cut on my lip now. Boy did that feel good! I walked around campus and just saw His creation all around. With that I must trust, and put my faith in Him that He is in control of all things. I gotta stay focused for what's ahead of me.

Once Again

How are you doing? You ever get that question and just say, eh I'm fine. Lately, I feel as if I say it, but yet that is not how I really feel ya know? For the most part I wanna say, well I'm frustrated, and the person would respond why, my reply back depending on who it is, would be for starters it would be nice if people such as yourself would serve God. Today, I spent some time walking around 12 Oaks trying reflect. I keep thinking of all these responsibilities that have been placed on me as if I am being stretched so far. I don't like asking for help because I don't want people to feel obligated in doing something nor do I want to be discouraged if I get rejected. Where does this lead to?

For starters, I feel as if I'm doing a poor job trying to get the CCUC thing settled. I feel as if it's all my fault that we still haven't settled on a place to stay. At times I feel like I might as well cut and run like everyone else and find my own place to stay. But then that's just me, me wanting to make sure that I find a place for me to stay. However, I want the body to stay together, because it develops unity, and fellowship with each other. I don't think you can put a price on that. Or I feel like it's my fault that we don't have as many teams this year, especially in the v-ball department. Granted it's already hard enough trying to help Juice get her team together. I'm thankful that she has tried to help me ever since she has been back. You can even put the blame on me, that we are one of few churches still to have paid our money to CCUC yet either.

I don't like it when I feel frustrated serving God, because God calls us to be serving Him with a joyful heart. I had a nice time today just talking to Chinchie for a few hours, and it amazes me how observant, and how much she loves God. Question is why is it always the same people who serve? I mean, at times I keep telling myself well it only means more treasures for me, but i want everybody to have that heavenly treasure. Thinking bout this even more, makes me even more frustrated because now I'm in that complaining mode. Seriously, though just too many times I feel as if people have that me-first attitude. Sorry to those who if any read this, but just the way I've been feeling as of late. I thank those who have been there to support me through listening/prayers/encouragement. I just need to continue to be that light and not let it grow dim, and can't be discouraged.

All For Love

Only 17 days left till CCUC, which means only so many days to train and get ready for the tournament. It started for me today, and only watching Team USA pull out a victory only inspired me more. I even started watching old b-ball tournament tapes, and boy does a lot of peeps look a lot younger only a few years ago. You try to stay focus for what's on the path, but often times there are things that detour you from that goal. It's amazing how listening to worship music really calms my heart to remind about God's love and guidance.

All Heart

What a weekend it was, and a great blessing. First off the weather was just ideal to go Toronto and have an outdoor v-ball tournament the next day. So Saturday, we finally went to IKEA I guess that was our highlight of the trip, well maybe for me. I still don't see what is so hot about this place compared to like Art Van or Value City. Then again, it has a restaurant inside, I mean does all IKEA have that inside? We also did some shopping at the Eaton Centre, well again I didn't buy much. While I guess on the other hand their were good bargains for women's clothes there. Pac Mall, eh the same old thing for me I guess. Finally the food, you gotta love the $1 dim sum, and had some excellent congee too.

Then came yesterday, as YCF Remix are now back to back champs! It kind of sucked early because we were in the crappy bracket. I had more fun watching KUMC, 7th Day, and DenDen's team all go at it. We played against KPC, and they had some excellent fans for such a crappy team. At one point, I just jumped served for an ace, then looked over at the crowd, and point my finger on my lips and shushed them. Plus one girl kept talking smack on the sideline, and Stan & Howie started doing the Sheed waving the arms. Watching the conference finals though was fun, because I didn't care who we played DenDen or 7th Day. That game was so quick paced, and everyone's energy level was so high. You know it gets intense and bam I saw DenDen got tattooed in the face. Going to the max of 3 games, He Yuen's 7th Day team came out on top to meet us in the finals.

He Yuen is one of the best, and strongest players I've ever played against. I mean last year, Stan and I took turns trying to stop him, until we combined to do it. Bob's and Stan had him on the lock down, while I took care of their Suga Daddy alone. Every block I had against him, I just kept staring him down and each hit he lost confidence. Then I had some fun talking trash to Big Sexi, Suga Daddy and Juke's bro because they've been so cocky playing against all the other teams. I wanted to see how they like it, and just as I thought, punks might be able to dish it but they can't take it. As Howie and I said after watching DenDen's team play against them, this game is as much skill as it is mental. Players may be able to play this game on a physical level but it's how you use it mentally is the challenge. The only game I had to kick it up 2 levels, but it was fun and I wanted to play some more against He Yuen. We didn't get a bag of rice each this year, but we each recieved a $25 gift certificate to Seoul Garden. Mmmm can't wait to try that place's food!

I Like That

Well only a few hours before I start my life at work, doing the ABC thing. Today was only a reminder of how much I miss my kids. Nat and I went to go see our little Jenny today, because she left stuff back at ACA. I love Jenny so much, and it just bums me that I won't get to see her until next summer possibly.

Well I finally bought them, as I would call them the K 13 IV for this year's CCUC tournament. Because of my procrastination, I could of bought them at Finish Line for like $90. But nope, I'm dumb like that and had to pay $150 for them. That's my punishment for my laziness.

Man and only a couple of days away now as the YCF Remix team will try to repeat as champs at Stoney Creek. I'm thankful that my ankle is close to 100% so I should be good to go. The day before that, I'll be heading off to Toronto once again. My main purpose is to pick up my shades along with my mommy's. However, because Nat and I are such dorks, we'll be going to IKEA. We've never been to one in our lives before so we want to see what exactly is the big deal about this store anyways. It's getting late of course, so time to watch some anime and go to bed.

Session

So today, has been almost a wasted day. Well with a sprained ankle, you can't do much anyways. However, I was able to finally do that mass email that I've been meaning to do for the past couple of months. So now I can say that I was not unproductive today. I slept in till 12 today too! It would of been longer had someone not of called and woken me up :Þ it's all good to that though.

So yesterday at Toronto, it was rather an eventful day as I had to take my aunt to the Buddhist Temple so she could go do her thing. I walked around the temple, and just for kicks I was about to urinate on one of the statues. However, I decided to look for the actual bathroom. Afterwards, I saw this one lady kept bowing in every direction around her just so whatever the heck they worship could be heard. I just pointed up to the sky, and told myself that's all you need to go baby!

Other than that, I custom made a new pair of shades for myself. I got some sweet looking Nike shades, with orange lenses. However, they won't be done until later this week, so it looks like I'll be making another trip to Toronto probably by Monday at the latest. Then I found out I am going to Toronto as soon as I get back from the CCUC Tournament because we got family here. Woohoo, 3 trips to Toronto in a month time span, a new record for me if everything shapes out.

Hit The Floor

Ooops, so I overslept a little already! Errrr anyways peace out everyone I'm off to Toronto now. Gosh I haven't been there for so long, since the Big Apple is more exciting. But I still gotta visit the fam, oh wow the last time I went was last November right before my b-day. Hopefully I can make it back in time for KUMC v-ball. Man nice time to get away for a day and train on my own for the upcoming tournaments. Ahhh the more time I spend on this thing, the more time I waste driving. Man, I miss waking up early for ACA and I miss my kids :( Ok, time to get the $1 Dim Sum.

Been Away

ACA is over for this summer, I'm so bummed. I'm gonna miss getting up early on those Monday mornings just to get to work. Friday nite, we had a counselor party just to be together one last time. As the last peeps left, that door closed shut and I knew this summer is coming to an end. I even spent some time today, writing down a list of things that I need to get done these next 3 weeks. It sucks too that OU has decided to change the starting date for school, so now we start before Labor Day. With some other thoughts on my mind, it's just been a bummer of a day. It gets so frustrating for me when I feel powerless to do something. Ultimately, though God is in control of things and I just gotta have faith and trust in Him. Easier said then done of course, and thinking bout it even more, man Elijah was just so strong in faith. Anyways, time to go spend some more time with Him.

Easier To Run

Yes, YCF has successfully 3-peated the KUMC v-ball tournament!

He continues to teach me about faith and hope. Again, I got lots to pray and praise for and I'm blessed to have such an awesome small group. What's sad, is that this is the last week of ACA. On Friday, I was holding back tears as my beauty pagent princess, Angela was leaving camp early. She ran up to me and gave me a hug and told me that she was gonna miss me. She lives right around the corner of CBC, and I've been praying for her salvation. It's been hard because her parents are very strong in their distaste for Christianity. She even gave me a book that she made called, My Family and 1 Counselor. She wrote my name and said it was special memories. This book in itself is more important to me than any paycheck that I can ever get at ACA.

It's been funny to at ACA because many counselors have been trying to dethrone The People's Champ. Yet it has failed, and if anything the chant of my name just gets louder. There will be drama at ACA this week to. Well maybe a lot, but one of it is this love triangle between one 6 year old girl, and 2 guys fighting for her love. One 5 year old and another 7 year old boy, wow at that age, I still thought girls had kooties. It was funny too on Friday because, I played some techno and rap music, and Camp ACA turned into Club Great One with all the kids just dancing in the room.

No One