A sneak peek at the photos within my heart...

2010-11-03T08:53:00.000-07:00

Just a little thought that I read today in my devotions...

Luke 22:8 " Jesus sent Peter and John, saying, "Go and prepare the Passover meal for us, so we can eat it"
God has been calling me in several areas recently to do things that I have not been crazy about doing. Why? Because they are hard; I will stand out like a "sore thumb"; I'll will receive comments; I will have to come out of my "quiet", comfort zone.....   And lets just say, I would rather not be seen.

But lately God has been teaching me that "Ange it is not about you. It is what you do that reflects ME." As I begin to look at what I have been called to do, I think of all He may be trying to accomplish if I only faithfully live out what He is calling me to do.

Prov 16:9 - "A mans heart plans his way, but the Lord determines his steps"   God, I want to submit my way to You today knowing that any inconvenience or suffering at this time is not worth comparing to what you want to accomplish. Help me to be obedient to You today.

2010-02-05T11:21:00.000-08:00

Today, I am encouraged and revitalized by knowing that God has shown me mercy and has poured out His grace towards me even though I do not deserve such gifts. Why does He continue to this, day in and day out? Who am I that He yearns to pay so close attention to? He yearns to be my comforter, my leader, and most of all my friend. I am reminded of a quote by Dr.Lunden that I heard in a message years ago that says, " God loves ME as if there is no one else in the world to love, and that alone makes me special. " Thank you God that you remain a gracious and heavenly Father that pours out endless doses of your mercy and love!

Today, I am reminded that even in my best days, I am never beyond the need of God's grace!

2010-01-20T21:01:00.000-08:00

Psalms 91:14-15, "'Because he loves me,' says the LORD, 'I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life will I satisfy him and show him my salvation'" (NIV).

Today I update my blog. Yes, I am alive, breathing, heart beating and kickin up my feet. =)
Actually, to be bluntfully honest, these past couple months have been extreemly difficult. Several areas in my life have been tested. When going through the tough times its hard to say - "you know what, I'm going to get through this..." You want to stay positive, you want to put on the good face. But most of the time you feel like your heart just is no longer beating. Thats how I have felt.

This week, I have taken the time to look back and analyze the past coulple months. What have I learned from each situation? Do I see Gods' hand working in my life? ABSOLUTLY!

The little song "Something beautiful, something good. All my confusion, He understood! All I had to offer Him, was brokness and strife, but He made something beautiful out of my life. "

It is amazing to look back and see how He has worked everything out . He's provided. He's sustained. And He's loved me in spite of all the mistakes I've made. During the times I've feared where my life is going, He's been my Hope. These verses tonight have taught me the value of replacing fear with hope. Also of the importance in turning to Him during the situation rather than afterwards.

My hope is in Him. I am trusting Him to bring the right people into my life, to lead me to the job I can be used most by him, and trusting Him to continue to develop me into the girl He had planned for me to be.

Please pray for me.
Ange

2009-09-08T12:14:00.000-07:00

~A dose of good laughter is always the best!~

Many of what you will see here are all posted on facebook, but since a lot of them have some privacy settings added to them I decided to post them on here as well so those who cannot access them there, can here.

Fireworks, friends, boating and a good dose of laughter about sums up my Labor Day weekend. Here are some pictures:

This is the KY side of the river. We were standing on the Cincinnati side but this pic just gives you an idea of the "mob" of people that were there.

After staking out our spot for over 3 hours,

we were able to meet several new people.

Its a good thing my roomie was with us or else our spot would have been stolen. She protected it pretty well.

I think we are about ready for a little fun! We decided to go out with our good friend Ken on his boat and do a little water tubing in Brookville, IN.

In order for the rest of the group to go tubing, the boat had to be launched about 4 miles away. The boys here (Jesse Moke, Isaac Owens and Ken) decided that it was their job to launch while us girls waited on the beach. (How typical...)

Almost, almost...man! Jesse definately had some trouble getting onto the tube. After several attempts with me laughing on the boat, there was sucess.

Meg hesitated a bit doing this but found that afterwards this was very fun. (Can't you tell by the look on her face?) All that was heard was , Kelly: "Meg are you okay", Meg: " Are we done yet? Just tell me we are done."

We decided to play not "sand volleyball" but "MUD volleyball. =) As you can see, this is what it turned into.

This was a wonderful trip I must say. There is nothing better than a day filled with lots of laughter!

Or the reassurance from God, through his rainbow that He enjoys seeing His children laugh and have fun!

2009-08-30T21:31:00.000-07:00

I have not blogged in over a year now, but I have continued to think about this "tree" in my last post. Here is just a few simple thoughts that have played over and over in my mind and have taught me several lessons.

What do you see when you look at this tree? It's ugly right? Looks like it has lost everything off of its' branches. Shouldn't it be cut down and removed from life? Many of us probably would think that. I mean, what good is an ugly barren tree?
Lately I have compared myself to this picture. What good am I?? What use can I be to God? I am empty, and feel rather ugly.

Life has its' seasons. To those that think this tree looks hopeless need to be reminded of something. I needed the reminder. What I see, sometimes, tends to be completly different than what God sees. When I see a lonly, ugly tree, God sees a tree that in time, in another season will be beautiful and blooming!

To everything there is a season. I have learned that the greater the challenge that I go through, the greater the future is for me. It is best to quit focusing on what is happening around me, and start focusing on where I am going.

In His timing is best....Just a thought - Every setback is just a setup for a greater comeback.

Learning to trust Him!

2008-10-14T10:54:00.000-07:00

Fall Season. It becomes Cold, leaves scatter to the ground. The tree becomes bare.

Life. It becomes empty. Everyone who had significance leaves. Life becomes the barren tree.

Question. Where are it's roots?

2008-09-17T11:15:00.000-07:00

I have been reading a book recently that has brought many new ideas and challenges that I would like to step up to and face/ embrace. The question that the book deals with is, " What are we doing with our lives, beyond Sunday?" How are we investing time in others' lives to show them God's love? To help them grow, and mature? MY question is, am I living what I speak? I think this poem, taken out of this book really speaks clearly.

Beyond Sunday" by Woodie J. Stevens
"I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day;
I'd rather one should walk with me than merely tell the way.
The eye is a better pupil, more willing than the ear;
Find counsel is confusing, but example is always clear.
And the best of all the preachers are the men who live their creeds,
For to see a good sermon put in action is what everybody needs.
I can soon learn how to do it if you will let me see it done;
I can watch your hand in action, but your tongue too fast may run.
And the lectures you deliver may be very wise and true,
But I'd rather get my lesson by observing what you do.
For I may misunderstand you and the high advice you give,
But there is no misunderstanding how you act and how you live.
When I see a deed of kindness, I am eager to be kind.
When a weaker brother stumbles, and a strong man stands behind.
Just to see if he can help hhim , then the wish grows strong in me
To become as big and thoughtful as I know that friend to be.
And all travelers can witness that the best of guides today
Is not the one who tells them, but the one who shows the way.
One good man teaches many; med believe what they behold.
One deed of kindness noted is worth forty that are told.
Who stands with men of honor learns to hold his honor dear,
For right living speaks a language which to everyone is clear.
Though an able speaker sharms me with his eloquence, I say,
I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day."

Ask yourself, what are you living?

2008-09-14T20:15:00.000-07:00

2008-08-20T10:26:00.000-07:00

Questions. We all ask them. We all hope or expect someone to give us the answer. That would be easy right? I remember one of the professors at GBS saying to us, if we always were given the answers to our questions, we would never be given the "cause to learn". It is when we search for our answers that we learn and remember things longer.

I have asked millions of questions recently. But the questions still remain unanswered. Most of them will probably never be answered. But, I am sure one day I will look back and see that it is during these times that I have grown, that I have learned to trust. Trusting the One who knows every answer to every question that I have ever had.

Questions.. seeking...to find answers. Learning..how to trust.

2008-08-13T07:53:00.001-07:00

I no longer want to blog. I think I've had a transfusion and it's out of my blood.

2008-07-09T17:59:00.000-07:00

Prison.

They released me today- on good behavior. Yes, I spent eight and a half hours in the confines of this small room, with about 15 other people. Scheduled breaks and a little ol' Sargent who forgot what is like to sit on a hard chair listening to someone drone on and on.

Good behavior. Yes, I was on good behavior!! So at 430, I was released only on one condition- I have to go back tomorrow and repeat the whole routine all over again.... Yikes...For 5 days!!!

The joys of starting a new job. Orientation is what they call it.

I started my full-time job today on the brain-injury unit at SunnyView Rehab Hospital.

We'll see how it goes. Will let you know if I need bail money...

Going to bed. I feel like an ol' lady who needs sleep... zzzzz

Ang

2008-06-21T20:25:00.000-07:00

I have officially decided that this is where I would like to reside for the rest of my life. Mmmm', YES!! Did someone say chocolate??? I'd say this place was built specifically for me. It has my name written ALL over it.

They even have the perfect street that I will be living on. Seriously, think about it. A house with chocolate fountains in the front yard... hershey kisses for my lamp posts...yes I can picture it now... =)

Ok, I am officially a factory worker here... I promise!! The guy welcomed me to the job and said to show up at 4am sharp!! Actually, I think this was the shortest job I've ever had, because I told him asap, that I quit.. Actualy, it all started off with my picture being taken for an I.D . Then, I and the boys had to wait in line. As I watched the process of things, and what everyone else had to do, I cringed inside asking myself what I had gotten into. But, there was no backing out!! Lucas kept forcing me forward, repeating " I will give you 2.50 if you do this with me. So, like a big kid, I let go of being 22, and joined in with the kids.

First, you got a container, that you filled up with hershey kisses. Then you turned around to face this guy who led you through one of the most embarassing "dances/jigs/making monkey noises. I felt so incredibly STUPID... He's was like... "hold your container in your hand... lets give it a chocolate swirl.....lets give it a choco shake.... lets give it a disco... lets give it a spin around... behind your legs... between your legs (yea, I had a skirt on)...... now, lastly lets give it a gorilla something...... a big kisss and send it off and away...

( I don't know how exactly the stupid thing went. But I sure felt DUMB... haha
Mmmmm' I LOVE these!!!!!!!!! Yes!!! I would love to have a closet full of these. Yummy!!!

2008-06-21T20:17:00.000-07:00

Just thought I'd hang out a bit - this was quite comfortable for awhile, until one of the cousins thought it would be humerous to start whipping me with a tree branch... (ahem, no names)

So, I know we aren't supposed to adorn ourselves with costly array, or focus on our outside bodies, but does dying your feetsies purple count???

More pickin' and more pickin'.... Poor Caleb. I think he was a bit vertically challenged.

2008-06-21T20:05:00.000-07:00

Ok, these post will be out of order, I think - but you'll get the picture =)

This is Lil Caleb and I hangin like little monkeys. As you can see, I think he's beginning in training for "chin ups". I just take the easy way and flip my feet up. Forget all that arm muscle!!

I think here, we were in the middle of a game of tag, you're it! Somehow, I was "it" almost all the time. Hmmm... We're how things work out like that.

This is oh-so-cool!!! Two little boys, equal my weight. Almost!! I think they enjoyed this a little too much, bouncing way down to the bottom, flying me up in the air. ( I almost feared for my life, thinking they both would jump off and really send me flying to the stars.... well.. wait.. I guess it would be the opposite... I'd go flat down into the mulch.... )
We found a Mulberry tree here at the park. The boys and Vicki ate and ate and ate. Me? I just climbed trees, and watched caleb pick the berries, put them in his mouth then spit them back out. (That's my kind of kid... haha)

2008-06-21T19:52:00.001-07:00

I love going on road trips!! By myself! Just picking up and going, leaving everything behind. I went to PA for the weekend, which is something I really needed - some fun, some relaxation, and some re-filling of my emotional cup... Which was getting quite empty. (Yikes)... I am beginning to think that whenever I'm at that point again in my life, a nice LOOONG road trip, with just God and I is the perfect medecine.

So, let me share a few of the things I experienced while I went and visited my cousins and their boys.

I have learned - a few, if not MANY new little things from Lucas and Caleb.

1. Caleb - There is no such thing as TOO many hugs and kisses.

2. Lucas - I must learn to watch my glass of water, unless I want it sitting up-side-down in my lap.

3. Lucas and Caleb - It takes both of them on one side of a teter-totter, to balance my side out.

4. Lucas - pressing the "big circle" button on x-box controller?? REALLY fast at the beginning of your race gives you a jump- head start.

5 - ME - NEVER go outside in your PJ's Lucas in search of Ange, because you never know where she will be hiding.... WITH A HOSE!!!!!!!! =)

( I have learned lots more, but.... here, I will just share some of my pictures with you.)

2008-06-07T12:48:00.000-07:00

The most recent change......

I am back in NY now for the month. I drove home with my car all packed, not telling anyone I was coming. As I made my journey back, I struggled with several different emotions and questions about the direction my life is going. . My questions have not all be answered, but as I wake up each and every day, I am trying to remind myself that if I honor God, He will honor me.

So that is what I am doing for the meantime...

To all those back at my "Cincinnati Home," I miss you all like crazy. As I sit out on the back porch in the evenings, I listen to the crickets sing their songs, and the cows moo their moo-ings. Their company just does not match up to yours.

To my boy, this will only be a short time away. Know that I am your Tater,

and if there is ever a time when you just break out in a grin for no reason,

just know that it is probably me - thinking of you. Work hard on your house. See you soon!!!!

I am trying to keep my mind occupied as much as possible. As I wonder if I have strength for this new journey, I am reminded that it is only through the journey that God will provide me the strength that I need. That if I continue to submit to Him, my life will become more like Him.

See everyone soon.... (yes here...and there)

2008-05-30T06:54:00.001-07:00

Free. Assured. Relaxed. Confident.

I've sat here within the confines of my room thinking and just reveling in the many promises that God has reminded me of these last few days. I've been a bit oblivious over the last couple months of the many little, but big things God has been doing in my life. I've struggled with being without work since I have been out here. Several times I have found myself giving into my fears, and my uncertainties, and letting the negative side of life win.

One thing that I have learned especially this week is that once you change your mindset in a particular area, you give God all the room to carry out His plan for your life. There was a certain situation I have been praying about for what seems like months now. I hadn't realize that my unwillingness to think about it differently or being bitter about it was putting a roadblock in my path. This week, I have just seen that HE is the one in control, not me. He knows what is best for me, not me. He understands my emotions, and knows how to comfort. He knows what I need. And I just want to thank Him for that.

Onto some other new things in my life. I have started nannying this week for two little adorable kids. Caden(4) and Emerson (11 months) Caden definitely keeps me on my feet, while Emerson is always into EVERYTHING!! She even eats the dog food. I have to keep a very close eye on her. If it isn't Caden driving his car around, running over her fingers, then it is Caden throwing his bouncy ball around "playing soccer" , knocking down all the picture frames. Boys will be boys, wherever and whenever they can be. I have fun doing it though, but I definitely leave exhausted.

Well, that is a little update on my end. Caden keeps asking when I will be taking him to the zoo. I almost feel like telling him... buddy, I am at the zoo right now... you little monkey! =)

Off to Indianapolis later !!! =)

2008-04-26T08:24:00.000-07:00

Drawn To His Heart
The God you trusted in the past is the One who’s faithful still.
Trust Him now,with all your heart,to be working out His will.
There’s nothing that you’re facing which takes Him by surprise
—All the things concerning you have not escaped His eyes.

His hand has been your covering through every circumstance,
Everything will work for good; nothing is by chance.
Let your faith abide in Him just like a mustard seed,
And you will find His promise true to meet your every need.

Wait on God to do His work in His perfect time and way.
The answer may seem slow just now, but He will not delay.
One day you’ll see the wisdom that led you from the start
Was given byyour Father’s love to draw you to His heart.

Written by Roy Lessin

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~ This little poem hit me today. Many thoughts to think on. ...................

2008-04-01T19:55:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Mar!!!!!

Yes, she is....30 =)
Thanks to Bri, the "off-pitch" choir attempted to serenade our table, well...Marianna, with some quacky rendition of Happy Birthday....a piece of carrot cake, and a sparkler.....

Okay, we are attempting to take some pictures....

Including some pickles...

2008-03-12T11:12:00.000-07:00

Thank You!!

I just wanted to give a big thank you to those back home who let me have christmas again....in March! =)
The goodies all look very yummy and I am sure are!! Thank You!!!

See you all in the near future maybe!! =)

2008-02-24T11:45:00.000-08:00

The only place with snow!!! - And there, you will find me. =) Wow, I have finally gave in, and made an update on my blog. Phew..!!

Have you ever had a day where you've thought to yourself... I wonder what it'd be like just to spend the day on the slopes...think about nothing else, and just feel the adreneline and fresh air rush right by you?? I have that feeling just about every day. Perfect North has become my little "happy place" where I get away from school and sort out many of life's wonderful issues. It's also been my source of entertainment during those days where you just need to have a good laugh. As I've watched many of times from the lift, poor pathetic new beginners have made the goal of their day - to go down "center stage" . Now if any of you know what that is like, that is , by far, not a beginners course. But, some have quite the determination. In fact, some have a little too much. They WILL go down center stage whether is has to be on their butt, their face, or going head over heels at full speed until they come to a complete stop. In most of these cases, yes the body has made it down the slope, but their skis, and poles are somewhere scattered at the top. HaHa. Those poor, cold, determined souls do not realize that they are not only putting themselves in danger, but everyone around them also. But hey, they WILL accomplish their goal.

So, break has started and I've kind of just been hanging a bit low. I was thinking the other day, how I wasn't able to go home. And I was feeling a bit sorry for myself. But then, it was almost as if God said to me, Ange - there are so many times that you are so busy, classes become the priority, and you fail to spend time with me. I miss my time with you. So, I have decided to take this break, take what I have learned so far in classes, and just ponder over it with my Father. There's also been many of issies in which I have yet to dig through. Sometimes I think to myself.... what if people are following me?? Is the life I am living honoring God? Is He pleased with the decisions I make?? Am I walking a straight enough line? Someone said something to me awhile back that I think applies here. They said - " You cannot plow a straight line, if you're always looking back." whoofmp!! That's exactly what I have been doing...looking back...focusing on my past...limiting what God wants to do in my life NOW...and in the future. I pray as I am sowing my seeds, God will just help me to focus forward. To focus my faith in Him and know that when I can't see where He is working in my life, I can trust that He knows what He is doing.

Well that is it for today. The sun is shining, I've just had a great, yummy sunday meal, and there's snow flakes dancing around outside. What could be better!!?!

Happy Sunday!!!

2008-02-03T21:21:00.000-08:00

Well, I this little urge to share something that I heard in todays sermon. The scripture was taken from Exodus, talking about the 'Process of time'. Meredith was talking about how those that plant orange bushels for crop tend to pick them too early, resulting in the taste of the fruit being not as rich as it could be. It would be rich if only the fruit were left to truly ripen until it's peak. then picked. The way that I understood this, was that God truly has a plan for my life. Not only may I have to go through some situations that are uncomfortable, or painful or situations in which I may have to turn around so that the Son can shine on my other side, but I am only being 'ripened' for what God really has for me. Sometimes I feel like things should happen like I want them, I should see answers to my questions now, I should see God working ( its frustrating). But, today, I finally stopped to consider just how perfect God's timing is. It is in the process of time, or in the fullness of time that I will learn to grow, to lean on , and to trust my God until I am at my peak. Until I can be plucked from the tree and placed where God wants me. "God will pluck those when they are at their peak."

" God cannot be bound by time, but is also not absent of time either." I think many times I constrain God to a time when I want things done. But I don't realize that just because I am not seeing what I WANT to see, doesn't mean God isn't working.

So, how will I apply what I have heard to my life? Applying this means that I need to work on my patience. God is ripening me for something special. Something specifically he wants to do in my life. Will it be easy waiting? No. But as I hang on and hold tight to my Anchor, God will see me through. It is in the waiting and ripening that I will become more like Him.

I hope this encourages someone. I know it's helped me today.

Goodnight.... Hello to everyone from home!!!

2008-02-01T20:58:00.000-08:00

Well, maybe its a good time to sit down a blog for a minute. The room is dark, all the lights are off, and I have settled in for my long winters nap. HA! Some would call me "granny". I just call myself , one tired little girl who needs to close her eyes and be taken away to a place she can forget all that has happened this week and just recoop. Relax.

Ahh...except, wait, what am I talking about? That is never possible around here. Why? Because once you drift off into what you THINK may be the land of nod, let me remind you that you will hear the familar sounds of " BANG...Boom...AHhhhhhhhhhhhhh or thomping of feet up and down the hall way." Thats when I lay here, gripping my covers, silently pleading that God would provide me with the grace to deal with them outside.

Anyway... So it is the weekend...finally.. And after being awake for 21 hrs, I have made it so far through this day only breaking down once. So after coming in tonight, I was greeted with a group of my friends who were anxiously awaiting to give me the " ride" around the fountain in a rickity ol computer chair.
Did I take them up on it?? ...... yah, I did! After some pleading and convincing from Isaac, saying, "Ang just think, you'll be able to say after tonight... do you remember the time we raced around the GBS fountain on those chairs?" I gave in and...had the ride of my life, from Mr.Sam. =) Yes, this trip is deeply implanted into my memory. Especially... Ahh look out for the tree..or Stepssss...or... thinking, ahhhhh am I going to stop? Haha... What a blistfully cold, exciting night. =) (This random act of entertainment helped me to realize the cool people who truly will do have ANYTHING to have fun. )

Goodnight one and all!!
Ange

2008-01-11T20:50:00.000-08:00

Thursday before we left NY, we all went skiing at Catamount!!! And Brrrrr..was it cold!!! (Ask Ash...=0 )

And, Now, back to Cinci it is... Will see everyone sometime in the near future!!!!!

2008-01-11T20:32:00.000-08:00

Corning Tower and Albany

2008-01-11T20:24:00.000-08:00

Dad decided to join us with the finished product... =)

And...Mr.Snowman himself, looking all fine and dandy...
Hold on...just another break for a pose....
Rumple has been getting jealous this whole time... for he thought...he was MY little man....awh

2008-01-11T20:12:00.000-08:00

Meredith coming to visit New York!!!

The start of our snowman.....
I think Ash did more eating of the snow, than actually making the snowman.....
Taking a break for a pose.....
Annnd...we're almost there!!! Now we just need a head.... wait.. there is already one there...

2008-01-11T20:05:00.000-08:00

~Christmas with the Family!!! ~

2008-01-11T19:59:00.000-08:00

Mt. Oak with some to the best crew =)
(miss you guys)

2007-12-21T10:28:00.000-08:00

I thought I would share some very exciting news!!! Hold on a minute while I whoop and jump and holler!!! (Yes, quiet Ang can do that) I won't keep you in suspense anymore!! So.... I PASSED MY BOARDS!!!! Yea, I know several of you have been asking when I was taking them. And my famous response was.."oh you know...they're coming" =). Well actually, yes I did take them on Wednesday morning, and after I was through with them, I had the unbearable gut feeling that - oh know I failed. I have never been so sick to my stomach in my entire life. The moments and hours afterwards waiting for the results were VERY stressful. Thoughts of eating, or sleeping were out of the question. In fact... I still haven't been to sleep yet today and it is officially 1:35pm the next day.

Lets see, if I had to write a nurses' note on myself, I'd have to say.... Patients condition finally stable. She states" I've had information overload, tremors throughout all extremities, diaphoresis and nauseous spells. I can't eat, sleep, and l've had loss of concentration." (subjective data =) ) Patient re-hydrated. Given some candy (yum) and cheesecake. Told that she passed her nursing boards. Patients condition did a 360. She is currently jumping up and down, whooping, and is seen with a rather large grin on her face. Need MD to sign for discharge and followup for celebration.

God truly is wonderful and good!! I guess with all my worrying and fretting, I failed to fully trust God with my test. I thank Him for showing me that I still matter to Him - regardless of what I go through. If He has called me somewhere, He will provide the way for me to get there.
I also praise Him for sending me those few people who have showed me support, encouragement, and have believed in my every step of the way. (Thanks to you guys)

Okay, well did someone say vacation??? I am OFFICIaLLY on break. Officially FREE.. Officially on my way to moving on with my life. Yes!!!!!!

ANNNNDD, it's Christmas time!!! =)

2007-12-17T15:42:00.001-08:00

2007-12-16T23:17:00.000-08:00

Ahhh.. I am officially home. After an extreemly long night driving, Ash and I have made it. We weren't planning on coming home until Saturday morning, but after hearing some long speeches of "wisdom" about getting ahead of the snow, we left eleven Friday night. Ha...still, I don't think some people were too thrilled about having their kids drive through the night. Eh..it was fun.

Now that classes are over for the semester, I will enjoy every minute of freedom. Yup! I'm going skiing!!! Okay..maybe I'll practice guitar a bit (Unc), but believe me, I don't want to be tied up in another dungeon- at least for the next two weeks.

Anyway, Ash came out to visit me in Cinci, and we went to Festival of lights, as well as a few other things ;) (cream cheese, and cheese steak =) ) Awh, I have missed my little bobbit. But, I guess there is a time to grow up and move away from the nest sometime.

Meredith will be coming up in about two weeks to meet the ol' fam. Eeks.. yikes...crazy?? LOL.. Actually, I am beginning to think that the more I see, he's just as crazy as the rest of them. Haha. Anyone up for New Years in Lake Placid????? Yuppers!! I definately can't wait to see the new little Mooselette!! I might even bring her some ' cocunut creamer' to flavor her wonderful rich-coffee... hehe... Not sure if her Mommy would appreciate that though...

Well.. I shall crash for tonight. It's good to be home. It's good to hear the wind howling right outside my window, and actually see snow again. =)

God truly creates some beautiful sceneries!!

2007-12-02T13:08:00.000-08:00

It's Christmas!!! And I could not go without having a tree of my very own out here. So, I put together an "Ange tree". I thought about sleeping under my tree for the very first night, but then realized that I probably could not fit on top of the fridge very comfortably. Ha...Ha

So, instead I have moved my bed pretty close to it, and have managed to glance at it from time to time if my eyes open up during the night. =)

Two more weeks to go and AHHHHHHHHhh It'll be over out here for the semester. Then I get to come home!!! How exciting is that? Home..the thought of banana muffins when I wake up, decorating of sugar cookies around the table, rumpie, and SNOW!!! (yea, they don't believe in snow out here...it's sad) Like I said.... only a few more days!!!! So, I am definately counting down.....

That's about it for now!!!!! Thank you to all who contributed to the package of goodies to get me through the last of my weeks here. Thank you!!!

I can't wait to see some of you in less than a week!!!!! Bring it on!!! Yea!

2007-11-17T09:32:00.000-08:00

Ahh, I love this weather! It feels like home to me!! The brisk chill that turns your nose pink, and your breath becomes visable. AHHH.. I LOVE IT!! What made things better was walking outside and seeing the little snow flurries scurrying around in the breeze. Just think, God made each one of those snow flakes - all completly different, with a purpose - to make life beautiful!

We put our tree up the other day. Well, not my tree (that will come soon), but the tree and decorations in the lounge. It makes me want to curl up by the fire, with some ginger and spice cookies..and SNUGGLE... Awh. I love it. This time of year, being around people I care about the most.

Okay, enough about my rantings. I am really looking forward to seeing my groupie from home. It's about time someone comes to visit me from home. =) Just kidding.. I will be home in December....

2007-11-04T04:34:00.000-08:00

Trunk and Treat is what they call it. We created a safe, outreach ministry for anyone who was trick or treating on Halloween. We made a lot of contacts through this, while enjoying time together as a group.

These are just some of the picturees from Wed. night that I thought I would share. Afterwards, since us GBS'ers had special privledges =) and didn't have curfew until late, we went out to eat, never wasting a minute of our special time given to us. You realize after awhile, that if you are given time away...you take it. =) Jk - no it's great here.

2007-10-21T11:05:00.000-07:00

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2007-10-09T17:48:00.000-07:00

So, I've gotten a few complaints that my site hasn't been update in quite some time. SO, to satisfy everyone... ta DAAAA!!!
I'm doing great!! In fact, I'm doing amazing!! I am estatic in Christ!!! Marveling in all of the wonderous, and amazing things he has created, as well as all the many blessings he has given me. He truly is a wonderful God, who deserves all of my praise!!!

Classes are going great...well except for Philosophy. Have a little bit of trouble there =)...
But everything is going amazing...

This past weekend, a group of us went into KY to the Red Valley Gorge. What a beautiful day to go hiking. Throughout the day, I was just amazed at all of God's creations. Honestly...
Then on the drive back, we saw this beautiful sunset. All I could do was gape and sit in amazement that God created all of this. He created it for us. So that we could enjoy it, and learn to delight in him through all of these things. Anyway, I've had an amazing weekend, and I owe it all to God for his protection, his strength, and especially his encouragement.

That's the little update on me. Thanks for some of the e-mails from a few of you. They've meant a lot.
Miss you all!!!

Joe, Meredith, Jenni and I in a cave...

Vita and I .....lost in thoughts...
Red Valley Gorge and all of it's wonderful views!!!!!

2007-10-09T17:42:00.000-07:00

Jenni, Vita and I..

Look what the bats dragged out....Meredith and Joe! =) Joe, Jenni and I..... Thanks Joe for holding up the rocks for us.. It's appreciated very much. =)

To look back at this very narrow path, it's amazing I fit through there... =)

Where's waldo!!?!

2007-10-09T17:38:00.000-07:00

Joe, Jenni, Ange, Isaac, Meredith, Sam and in front is Vita

Here we all are posing wonderfully on these rocks...
Isaac and Sam...
Disturbing...
What a great, and wonderful place to be, viewing all of God's creation... =)

2007-10-09T17:31:00.000-07:00

There's always a light at the end of a tunnel....
Someone was very dedicated, and spent a lot of time up here etching this into the rock... cool huh?
Ahhh it's sqeezing us....

Good times in the gazebo-type thing. And it you look very closely, you'll see waldo climbing somewhere...=)
And...more stairs...

2007-09-26T12:37:00.000-07:00

Good times!!!! Yes, today has been a very good day. Actually, I am so excited about it that I am going to the library just so I can dive into piles and piles of school work!!!! HA.... Right, exactly! Just like I said... excitement.
Actually, it has been raining most of today, cold, dreary...so what does Ange do on those days??? She finds amazing people to make life interesting, and gets off campus for awhile. YES!!!Amen!!

Anyway...I have officially gone off my rocker I think.... be aware everyone, I am doing phone-a-thon tonight. (lucky me), so I may be calling your house.. He..He..He!!! Yikes. Please DO NOT ANSWER THE PHONE.. I repeat, do not answer!!! I do not like doing this. =)

Have a great and wonderful day!!! Be happy!!

2007-09-25T15:18:00.000-07:00

Hey!! I've got more pictures!!!!!!
Waiting for the crew

If only this is what you really did when you played tennis - I'd be good at it =)

Vita and I

2007-09-25T15:11:00.000-07:00

Jenni, Sam and I at Perkins after Revival

Little Kyia

So this is how Ms.V takes care of business =).. No haha.. She's great, and I love her!!!

This is called a Pastor/Pastor beatin' ... haha (Poor Josh...)

Sam - Listening to his inner child =)

2007-09-25T05:05:00.000-07:00

"I woke this morning, and felt the sunlight, I rose to face the day with strength that I never knew I had. Somewhere within me a fire was burning. Because I realized that last night Jesus heard my prayer...and that he was always there. "

I thank God he is with me always....that He comforts I when I need it. I have definately found Him to be true this week.

2007-09-23T13:00:00.000-07:00

Today was our school picnic at the Winton Woods park! Boy, was it hot!! These pictures here are only a few of the pictures from the day of some of my friends. So, just hang on, someday there may be more posted on here. =) You never know!!
Anyway, I had a really great time, playing volleyball, getting beaten by Donnie in the bean bag game....and paddle boating.

We have also been having Revival out here at church with Dr.Brown this past week. God has just been working here, especially in my life, as I seek and have drawn closer to him. The theme of the revival was "Hungry for Holiness". I really have appreciated the presence of God in each one of these services, and then also in some of the discussions we have had afterwards at Perkins. God is so good!!!

This next week is probably going to be really busy for me as I try to get caught up on work that was put aside so that I could go to revival. Oh... and also, sleep is something else I need. Ha... Yikes..lack of sleep and Ang gets cranky. =)

Well that's the update out here. I hope everyone is doing well....
Until next time........

2007-09-23T12:58:00.000-07:00

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2007-09-15T19:51:00.000-07:00

So that is the adventure of my weekend! It has been one beautiful weekend and I have been out enjoying every minute of it. I will try to keep this updated from now on, I promise. Although, it'd be nice to hear from some of you every once in awhile. =)

Later!

2007-09-15T19:49:00.000-07:00

2007-09-15T19:39:00.001-07:00

Hey Hey!!!! Ahhh, aren't you excited!?!?!?! I have a new post for you all!!! HAH! You thought I was buried under all the paperwork. Well..fortunately, I am not...and I was able to get out today and go have an awesome day =)

2007-09-10T21:10:00.000-07:00

2007-08-12T22:12:00.000-07:00

We have a future nurse here...who cannot find her own heartbeat.. (Um..I think that could be a problem..) =)

2007-08-12T22:06:00.000-07:00

Random pictures....again..from gratuation!

Aimee received an award.

2007-08-12T21:59:00.000-07:00

Graduation from Nursing School!!!!! (Phew!!)

2007-08-12T21:54:00.000-07:00

Some pictures from graduation night... =)

2007-08-12T21:43:00.000-07:00

Pre- graduation pictures...

2007-08-12T21:35:00.000-07:00

Ash, Aimee and I were baptized tonight, Wednesday August 8, 2007. We were among about 15 others...

2007-08-12T21:26:00.000-07:00

Here we are, the nursing class of '07. After a very sleepless night, and a nauseating morning, awaiting our grades, we all - but one, made it. This luncheon was at the Brunswick Country club in honor of putting a lot of hard work into classes over the last year.

2007-08-12T21:00:00.000-07:00

These were taken at Cousins' Jon and Leah wedding. Sorry that I didn't really take to many other pictures. You'll have to look at one of the other family links to get that update =)... I sort've slacked at my job...oops.

2007-07-30T18:59:00.000-07:00

Continued...

2007-07-30T18:39:00.000-07:00

Hey guys,
Sorry I have been a bit behind in updating this over the last month or so. Things have been a bit intense and stressfull as of lately. So hey..bare with me.
Anyway, here are some pictures of my most recent happenings - birthday and on.
Speaking of my birthday, I just wanted to throw out a big thanks to my amazing friends who threw me the little celebration involving Pizza bread... Mmmmm' mmm. If anyone wants to win over my heart...there ya go. =).. Haha. No just kidding. But it's a plus... =) Thanks again Guys!!
From there, a group of us went to Vermontville Camp and undured the vertical hike of Baker Mountain... =) ( hey hey, it wasn't as bad as others I have been on ... (cough cough.. "Ang, just focus on the next tree" = ) ) We had a good time tho- I did anyway =).HA!!
So hey, that's what has been happening recently...!!! Enjoy!!

2007-06-26T20:06:00.000-07:00

Some photos from Trish's graduation party!!!Congratulations Trish on Graduating!!!!

Joy, Ange, Trish, Faith and Mar...

Rachael and her Dad!

Joe and the twins

2007-06-26T20:03:00.000-07:00

2007-06-25T19:26:00.000-07:00

Ashley's graduation party on saturday... A day of fun-filled memories...

2007-06-25T19:18:00.000-07:00

Continue.....

2007-06-24T22:31:00.001-07:00

2007-06-22T20:34:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!!!
Just to let you all know, Ashley Bugg graduated tonight top 10% of her class.
Regardless of all the competition of her class, she was able to reach within herself and discover determination, strength, commitment and discipline which got her through all the stresses of Highschool.

Ash, your road ahead is going to be long, and difficult at times, but filled with opportunity at every turn. God knows the plans he has for you!! So Get on His road, Stay on His road... What a great place that is to be!! Just imagine all the things you will learn, all the people you will meet, and all the experiences you will have. Be thankful that the road is long and challenging, because that is where you will find the best that God has to offer!!
Love you Ashley Bug!!! I am proud of you and all your accomplishments!!!

Here are a few pictures I took from tonight!!! There will be more to come!!!....

2007-06-17T21:02:00.000-07:00

Some pictures from the weekend in Lake Placid!!

2007-05-22T18:56:00.000-07:00

Here's some more random pictures, that I just realized are going to be out of order and come before all the other ones. Sorry about that!!

2007-05-22T18:12:00.000-07:00

Here's some pictures from Matt and Ellie's wedding on Saturday. Auntie and Uncle came down a couple days before and we carpooled down together. That was interesting. Most of you know just how crazy my family is. If you don't, let me fill you in..Starting out in the van, Mom and Auntie start singing "This is the way we get a new cousin, get a new cousin, get a new cousin..." Haha - Poor Ellie, but hey..welcome to the family!!!

2007-05-14T22:13:00.000-07:00

"Remember, we all stumble, every one of us. That's why it's a comfort to go hand in hand." Tonight was a night spent with the girls, Amy and Chris! Here's a few pictures of our laughter, quirks, and most of all another memory.

Chris and I

Amy and I

You all know who I am =)

Can you see the look of fear on our faces? In our eyes?? Especially mine?? =)

Last but not least, =), I had to grow, and work on my mus-kle building so that I would have some form of self protection in the near future!! ( you know, in case in needed it... =) )

2007-05-10T19:15:00.000-07:00

"I smile because your my sister...I laugh because there's nothing you can do about it!"

2007-05-10T18:15:00.000-07:00

Jon, a little apprehensive of going overboard...
I spent the day with the boys
He's gotten so big!!

2007-04-19T18:56:00.000-07:00

Ever have one of those nights when you've got absolutly nothing to do, yet it seems like everything has to be done? Well Faith, Joy and I went up to Mar's to help with her stress load of decorating her room for the "circus theme" she was doing for Junior Worship. Boy, not only did it turn out awesome, but I think we could have passed for being in the circus =)

It starts with a bag of Reeces =)

Then we started our professional work...

Do you approve?

Good, because I think her work looks fabulous... I picture a giant grey elephant here holding a box of popcorn. =)

And Ms. Patriotism here is making sure we keep in focus what is really important... RED.. WHITE.. AND BLUE!!!

Mar and Joy!! What Brilliant and creative people they are!!

And when all is said and done...there's still time for some clownin' around...=)

2007-04-09T16:48:00.000-07:00

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2007-03-28T15:13:00.000-07:00

~Friday night @ the Parsonage~

2007-03-21T06:33:00.000-07:00

Skating with Chris and Vix

2007-03-17T09:00:00.000-07:00

Dinner and games at the McManamans with Josh!!

2007-03-13T18:03:00.000-07:00

Goodbye Mr.Cell
Goodbye Mr.Cell
My true love is missing
Oh where could he be
Could he be drowning,
Deep down, in the washer machinery?

So close we once were
And today he's now gone
If only I got forewarning
A goodbye, maybe a ring-tone song

I'm so sorry, Mr.Cell
So sad you must be
For I neglected you, left you alone
But you were hiding, and she didn't see

When she submerged you under
Soapy suds, and warm water
Your life was sucked from you
It took five minutes, no longer

Will you forgive me Mr.Cell
As I lay you to rest
By my side you'll no longer be
Maybe it's all for the best

For buried along with you,
Will be all of those voices
Those constant phone calls
Creating unnerving stressors and choices

Take care Mr.Cell
As sad as this may be
Saying goodbye to you
Will all turn out happily

For you've helped me in life
You've been by my side,
Now March 13th, will go down
As the day that you died!

2007-03-13T11:20:00.001-07:00

Clinical with Alyce was awesome!!! I'm sure going to miss it!!!

2007-03-13T10:55:00.000-07:00

Some really great saying I've heard over the past...

I've finally realized that being a role model doesn't mean people are encouraged to be like me -- they're encouraged to go out and be more of themselves.

If you knew me yesterday, please do not think that I am the same person that you are meeting today. I have experienced more of life, I have encountered new depths in those I love, I have suffered and prayed, and I am different

"In you I found the power to be strong
I found a reason to belong
I found how great a love can be
I found me"

***God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.

I hope you just don't act like you still care so that you will have someone to fall back on when she walks away. And she will walk away. Not every girl is going to love you as much as I did. And fight for you as much as I did. Remember that when you don't have anyone else left to turn to. So just realize that sooner or later…you're going to be the one missing out and I'm not going to be there to pick up the pieces when your world falls apart ...

Remember, we all stumble, every one of us. That's why it's a comfort to go hand in hand

In life God does not give you the people you want. He gives you the people you need ; to teach you, to hurt you, to love you, to make you laugh...to make you exactly the person you should be

You have to stand for what you believe in. And sometimes you have to stand alone

There are moments in our lives where we find ourselves at a crossroads. Afraid, confused, without a roadmap. The choices we make in those moments can define the rest of our days. Of course, when faced with the unknown, most of us choose to turn around and go back. But once in a while, people push on to something better, something found just beyond the pain of going it alone, and just beyond the bravery and courage it takes to let someone in,or give someone a second chance,something beyond the quiet persistence of a dream… because it's only when you're tested, that you discover who you are, that you discover who you can be. The person you can be does exist, beyond the hard work, faith, belief, and beyond the heartache, and fear of what lies ahead. That's the person God wants you to be.

2007-03-11T19:07:00.000-07:00

~Updates~

2007-03-11T18:50:00.001-07:00

Girls Club/Icescaking

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2007-03-10T15:25:00.000-08:00

~Ellies Bridal Shower~ The Clan
~ Cousins~
Would you like a cup o' tea?

(not sure we're too good at this pinky thing :)
Moment of laughter...brought to tears...

~Ellies Bridal Shower~

2007-03-10T15:21:00.000-08:00

2007-03-10T15:13:00.000-08:00

Yummy Cornpops!
Little Italy (having an "Ange Pizza")

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