Just got done watching The Italian Job, and I gotta say if it wasn't for Seth Green this movie wouldn't of been as good as I thought it would be. I just wished it had some more action, but I liked the plot of the movie. This movie brought back some memories of my stealing days. During my jr. high and high school years, I had a prob with stealing. At Davis, I was a pretty good pick pocket, just lifting guy's wallets with them not realizing it. With the girl's, I was usually pretty good searching through their purses when they still had it strapped to their shoulder. Other than my parents, I would have to say that I stole from everyone else in my family at least once. I love checking out how good security is at some places, to see how I would get around things. I stole from everybody, family, friends, and strangers. Do I do this anymore? Nah, but sometimes I gotta admit, the temptation is there from time to time.
Today, I noticed that I was completely drained. My whole right arm just feels like it wants to drop like a ton of bricks. My lower back is killing me, and my knee is sore as well. I looked outside at my lawn and realize how high the grass is now. I look at the inside of my house and realize how messy it is. I just wish I have some down time for myself now to kind of relax and do some house cleaning. I know I haven't relaxed in a while but I gotta remember that even Jesus needed a break as well. I even had a 2 hour nap today and still it was not good enough for my body.
I've been pretty excited this week that I am getting closer to getting my new car. But yet now I feel like I am being so materialistic. Like I'm saving up right now so that I can add a car alarm to it, radar detector, tinted windows, ground effects, and any other modifications I can do to it. Man stupid 4 door though! However, I'm also a sentimental guy, like I'm really gonna miss my old car. This was my first car that I've had from the first day all brand new. We've been through so many things together, trips to Chicago, NY, Cedar Point, Toronto, etc. The countless nights just driving around then pulling off and laying down with the moonroof open to look at the stars and talk to God. The multiple pull overs I've had with the cops. Or how bout the multiple street races I've had and still having. I'm looking forward to finally getting power on my garage doors. Again it's very materialistic of me to say this, but I wish and still hope that I can keep my old car while getting the new one. I keep imagining of just how nice my garage would look with both those cars in there, then I can turn my garage into a real garage where I can modify cars and just take care of them. I gives praises to God for blessing me with a new automobile soon, but yet at the same time I ask for forgiveness because of my materialistic mindset at this point.
The Final Countdown
Wednesday, June 04, 2003
I learned a few more things today about myself. I wish I had a chance to re-do my highlight video because tonight was the first time I saw it along with everyone. I realized some of the errors I made on it, like I know for a fact I must of hit record to late because I missed Thumbs serving an ace. From what I saw on the video I missed a couple more as well. I hope I can do a better job with this year's CCUC tournament.
I learned today that I am suffering from a low potassium intake as well. I guess it kind of helps that I have not ate a real meal for the past 72 hours but 1 all out meal. This low potassium level is what is causing my calf muscles to cramp up. So my cure for it right now is that I am destroying this piece of porterhouse from Chili's to get it back. What other foods though will get my potassium level back up?
I will learn more tonight about BIO as I pull an all nighter to study for yet another fun exam.
I learned that Spring Arbor University got a few more buildings which was cool to check them out.
I learned that Shubs is a pretty good darn cook herself. I also learned some interesting things about The Bible today as Tim and I were looking it over together during dinner. I'm gonna miss him when he goes off to A2 next year. Ever since I came to CBC, I always admired his knowledge of God's Word. Tonight was just another example of it, as we kept going back and forth trying to see what we can get out of God's Word through Paul's letters.
I learned that man people actually like that fusion orange color on my car.
I learned that at this year's CCUC tournament, that I will be playing b-ball for sure now.
I learned that once I start Day Camp work again, I may decide not to eat lunch with the rest of the 5:14 crew that are down there. I realized that I will be working with a whole new staff this year and will have to teach them the ropes. Plus I just love my kids, and I like to eat lunch with them so I can get to know them better.
Finally, I learned or actually reminded about how I may not be good enough for some people. It's that I am created in God's image and that is all that matters because I am good enough for God.
Ok, one more, I learned that this piece of steak I just ate did not fill me up. However, if I eat more, I'll probably end up with a food coma and not study for my finals.
Ok ok, last one, I learned how addicted I've been to online euchre now. The other day I kept playing and was on a 4 game losing streak, and I just kept playing till I ended it and brought my rating above 1500 again.
I learned that I am done for this entry.
How Will I Know
I learned today that I am suffering from a low potassium intake as well. I guess it kind of helps that I have not ate a real meal for the past 72 hours but 1 all out meal. This low potassium level is what is causing my calf muscles to cramp up. So my cure for it right now is that I am destroying this piece of porterhouse from Chili's to get it back. What other foods though will get my potassium level back up?
I will learn more tonight about BIO as I pull an all nighter to study for yet another fun exam.
I learned that Spring Arbor University got a few more buildings which was cool to check them out.
I learned that Shubs is a pretty good darn cook herself. I also learned some interesting things about The Bible today as Tim and I were looking it over together during dinner. I'm gonna miss him when he goes off to A2 next year. Ever since I came to CBC, I always admired his knowledge of God's Word. Tonight was just another example of it, as we kept going back and forth trying to see what we can get out of God's Word through Paul's letters.
I learned that man people actually like that fusion orange color on my car.
I learned that at this year's CCUC tournament, that I will be playing b-ball for sure now.
I learned that once I start Day Camp work again, I may decide not to eat lunch with the rest of the 5:14 crew that are down there. I realized that I will be working with a whole new staff this year and will have to teach them the ropes. Plus I just love my kids, and I like to eat lunch with them so I can get to know them better.
Finally, I learned or actually reminded about how I may not be good enough for some people. It's that I am created in God's image and that is all that matters because I am good enough for God.
Ok, one more, I learned that this piece of steak I just ate did not fill me up. However, if I eat more, I'll probably end up with a food coma and not study for my finals.
Ok ok, last one, I learned how addicted I've been to online euchre now. The other day I kept playing and was on a 4 game losing streak, and I just kept playing till I ended it and brought my rating above 1500 again.
I learned that I am done for this entry.
How Will I Know
Tuesday, June 03, 2003
You are Neo, from "The Matrix." You
display a perfect fusion of heroism and
compassion.
What Matrix Persona Are You?
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Wow, Neo eh? I wonder if all of you agree to what it says?
Conclusions manifest, your first impressions got to be your very best
I see your full of shit, and that's alright
That's how you play, and I guess you'll get through every night
Well now that's over
I see your fantasy, you want to make it a reality paved in gold
See inside,
Inside of your heads
Well now that's over
I see your motives inside, decisions to hide
Backoff I'll take you on
Headstrong to take on anyone
Today was just a true blessing to me, I felt God magnificent power in so many different ways today. I had to go see the specialist today and he was very impressed again as to how fast I have healed since I re-injured it. When I hurt it the first time, God knew that I was very scared of surgery was the only way to go. So I hurt it the 2nd time thinking ok their is definitely gonna be some sort of arthoscopic surgery done. But I feel better than ever and now I know why. The doc told me that when I hurt it the first time, I had a huge tear in the lateral meniscus, however the second time, it must of meant that I tore off what was hanging inside of my knee. Which the doc said, I pretty much did my own surgery, which was very good because he said he was gonna cut me open to cut out that tear. It's amazing how God used my second injury to actually heal my knee. Their is still the possibility of a surgery if I hurt it the 3rd time which I am hoping not to. It's all about having faith baby.
Later in the day, I just totally praised God for the wonderful friendship that He has blessed me with through B.S. (no it is not that, and sorry but it was the only way I could refer you as). It's just amazing how God uses people in mysterious ways. God used this person, to help me get rid of my distractions. I heard a lot of things and it hurt me because you think you know people but you really don't. Why is that? It's all about integrity, I never realized how people think they can turn it off like a light switch. I remember one person told me that I should be more trusting to them, uh yeah I got 3 letters to that, DTA. I just can't get over the fact of how people put themselves in tempting situations. One of the things that is the most important to me, are the children that I have been in contact with whether it is through ACA, CBC, VBS, or even my own family. Do I practice what I teach to them? As a leader and a teacher, I am held to a higher standard, and if I don't own up to what I say then I should be ashamed of myself. I would never want to be like that of what is described in 2 Peter 2:1-4, but their are those who are out there. However, I must continue to be like Nehemiah or my heart would be just as cold, and inconsiderate. After a nice fellowship time, I feel stronger mentally, spiritually, and physically. My song for this month has been decided already for the CBC tournament, Headstrong by Trapt. This song is also the theme song for WWE's pay per view this month, Bad Blood, what a coincidence. No more distractions, I now know who are real and those like in the Bible, Matt. 10:16 a wolf dressed among sheeps clothes (depending which version you read).
Only In Dreams
You are Neo, from "The Matrix." You
display a perfect fusion of heroism and
compassion.
What Matrix Persona Are You?
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Monday, June 02, 2003
Well it is now how you say 2:30 a.m. and only a few hours away till IST time. I seriously do not know what chapter we are in the book. I come in, sit down in front of my computer, set up yahoo euchre and AIM, then play and chat for about 3 hours of class time. I actually do participate during class discussions, but only to make it seem like I am aware of what we are discussing about.
Some of us helped V moved the other day and it got me thinking about house management. I know I had a few conversations with people about this. Yes, owning a house is a good long term investment and hey you can call it your place. However, I think a lot of people overlook how much work you actually have to put into it. Like last year, at first, I did so rarely mow the lawn and neighbors complained. This year, I'm a little more aware of it, and even now that I'm getting some type of automatic garage door installed that is killing me too. It sucks to just sit around at home waiting for people to come over to install it. Or even cleaning up my own mess (which there is plenty of), I think a lot of us wish it would just take care of itself.
For the last 48 hours, what has been on my mind now has been b-ball. I was excited as I have now recieved the letter for CBC to regulate at this year's CCUC tournament. On Saturday, I got a chance to make out it out to Cougie's game, congrats to their team on advancing. However, I noticed who else was in this league, and that was J.R. and Romeo, our tournament nemesis at MSU over the past few years now. I wish I could just play in this league now just to get another crack at them after our early bow out at this year's tournament. A couple of weeks ago, I gave my commitment to a friend in playing in a b-ball tournament with him during July 4th weekend. My parents were talking to me these past couple of days about doing the unthinkable road trip to Minnesota. Again I would love to go back because I miss my family out there. This time my parents goal was to get to Minneapolis, going through the U.P. of Michigan and I look forward to that just because I would like to see what is up there and admire God's creation. Plus I looked forward to spending some family time with my folks since this summer is non stop school and Day Camp with no breaks nor vacation. However, I have pretty much made up my mind now that I will be true to my word and play in this tournament because I want another chance to play against J.R. and Romeo.
Then came today, after Tuesday night v-ball, I was really set on resting my knee till Monday. In only less than 10 hours, I get to go and see the specialist at Beaumont, and he'll probably run some tests on me to discuss if I will have to look at surgery. But it was hard to stay away from the temptation, seeing some of the CBC boyz battle against the Mandarin crew, was hard to get away from it. So of course, I gotta play, and I don't another step which was a big risk, I played without my new knee brace. I have learned just how much this thing immobilizes me and it is annoying. It felt wierd playing for the first time in a couple of weeks and I gotta admit I was a bit timid at times, trying to see where my timing was exactly. It was frustrating to know that I didn't feel like I played to where I wanted to play at. It's another thing when people tell you that though, which is fine now because to me then now that I look at it, is that obviously I wasn't playing good enough for them either. So this will only fuel my desire at the Rec Center after Beaumont as I feel it is time to hit the weight room harder than ever.
Do you believe?
No more doubters,
No more hating,
It's time to,
Put up
Or shut up
No fear
No Surrender
Only the strong survive
Have faith
And keep it
No One Else
Some of us helped V moved the other day and it got me thinking about house management. I know I had a few conversations with people about this. Yes, owning a house is a good long term investment and hey you can call it your place. However, I think a lot of people overlook how much work you actually have to put into it. Like last year, at first, I did so rarely mow the lawn and neighbors complained. This year, I'm a little more aware of it, and even now that I'm getting some type of automatic garage door installed that is killing me too. It sucks to just sit around at home waiting for people to come over to install it. Or even cleaning up my own mess (which there is plenty of), I think a lot of us wish it would just take care of itself.
For the last 48 hours, what has been on my mind now has been b-ball. I was excited as I have now recieved the letter for CBC to regulate at this year's CCUC tournament. On Saturday, I got a chance to make out it out to Cougie's game, congrats to their team on advancing. However, I noticed who else was in this league, and that was J.R. and Romeo, our tournament nemesis at MSU over the past few years now. I wish I could just play in this league now just to get another crack at them after our early bow out at this year's tournament. A couple of weeks ago, I gave my commitment to a friend in playing in a b-ball tournament with him during July 4th weekend. My parents were talking to me these past couple of days about doing the unthinkable road trip to Minnesota. Again I would love to go back because I miss my family out there. This time my parents goal was to get to Minneapolis, going through the U.P. of Michigan and I look forward to that just because I would like to see what is up there and admire God's creation. Plus I looked forward to spending some family time with my folks since this summer is non stop school and Day Camp with no breaks nor vacation. However, I have pretty much made up my mind now that I will be true to my word and play in this tournament because I want another chance to play against J.R. and Romeo.
Then came today, after Tuesday night v-ball, I was really set on resting my knee till Monday. In only less than 10 hours, I get to go and see the specialist at Beaumont, and he'll probably run some tests on me to discuss if I will have to look at surgery. But it was hard to stay away from the temptation, seeing some of the CBC boyz battle against the Mandarin crew, was hard to get away from it. So of course, I gotta play, and I don't another step which was a big risk, I played without my new knee brace. I have learned just how much this thing immobilizes me and it is annoying. It felt wierd playing for the first time in a couple of weeks and I gotta admit I was a bit timid at times, trying to see where my timing was exactly. It was frustrating to know that I didn't feel like I played to where I wanted to play at. It's another thing when people tell you that though, which is fine now because to me then now that I look at it, is that obviously I wasn't playing good enough for them either. So this will only fuel my desire at the Rec Center after Beaumont as I feel it is time to hit the weight room harder than ever.
Do you believe?
No more doubters,
No more hating,
It's time to,
Put up
Or shut up
No fear
No Surrender
Only the strong survive
Have faith
And keep it
No One Else