PRAY

Currently in Palm Desert at a hotel with my mama and enjoying all the amenities it has to offer. BUT, my heart aches reading about what's going on in Chile. I told my mom about it and she said : "Signs of the times, babygirl." Sigh. I know I'm supposed to be grateful for God's soon return, but where do I stand? All the evidence is being shown to me every single day. Earthquake in Haiti, constant earthquakes in California, recent earthquake in Chile, crazy winter storms in the Northeast -- the list goes on and on and on and on. All I seriously feel like doing is getting on a plane and assisting those in need. Giving $ for donations is cool too, I'm grateful for support programs like those, but man, I need somethin' more.

I'm having a constant mind-struggle with all things "religious". God's providing me with all that I need and even everything that I want. I know He's asking me to do something for His glory.

A couple of days ago, I watched a documentary that broke my <3:



"Why is it that when I play basketball, I'm considered a jock, and everyone still loves hanging around me? Why is it that when I listen to rap and have a certain accent, I'm considered a gangster, and yet, everyone still loves hanging around me? But why is it that when I want to love Jesus and glorify Him in all ways, nobody wants to hang around me anymore?"

Shame.
I need strength. Forreal though. I'm all talk about religion, but when it comes down to it: I seriously wish I could drop all the things that keep me from experiencing a genuine Christian faith. It bugs me, ya'know, when I hear people saying "If you're gonna be 1/2 Christian--don't be Christian at all." Blaaaaaah. I need you, Lord. Everyone does. Plz show them their need for you.

P90x Journey Thus Far

I have always been a legs and arms work-out kinda girl. Specifically targeting my bicep and forgetting all the other muscles. (Not good) I didn't realize how weak my shoulders and triceps were until I started doing the arm + shoulder work outs for P90x. After only 9 days, I can already see results. My left arm is still not as caught up as my right, but I'm trying my best to equal the two. Haha. Thanks for your support in helping me get through this hell of a workout..especially Randy who taught me everything I needed to learn in order to successfully reap my rewards :) Thanks boo.








^ i'm weird.



^ gotta smile :)



I hope everyone survives this week! I'm thankful that SAU has an early spring break. I'm leaving for home tomorrow noon!
I'll be praying for safe travels <3

Fly

Never have I ever met someone like this fellow. True that
My GQ-status,one of a kind,colgateSMILE-status,BOYFRIEND:










Happy to be his girlfriend :)

FAMILY

One more week :) Miss you fam.


It's true. Ever since I can remember, dad has never really been "strict" on my bro and I. He gave us life stories with
a life lesson behind them. He never 'forced' us to do things, but rather expected our goodness to show regardless.
His love is genuine and true. He's accepting and through everything he's endured with his family, I've learned plenty.
Thank you for the freedom of choice, pop. Because of that, I know you love us. <3


I've always tried to keep my little brother under my wing. To not have him exposed to what the world seems to be.
To keep him out of harm's way, but instead, he was the one showing me the importance of embracing life and
living. He's taller and sometimes wiser :) He has a good head on his shoulders and I couldn't ask for anything more
in a brother. His good deeds will not go unnoticed.


My mom is the hardest worker I know. Outside the house and inside the home- she's running. She doesn't
complain to provide. What's on the dinner table is from her hard work and sweat. She only wants what's best.



I miss my family so much right now. It hurts.
TYG for Spring break just around the corner :)

True

All we seem to care about is what we see for ourselves.
All we seem to know about is what we see for ourselves.

I don't want to live in ignorance.
Lead me, Lord <3


Today was good day. Tomorrow's friday. Next thing I know: I'm on a plane heading toward Southern California. I <3 feeling this anticipation. Nothing feels better than being in the company of my family.

What I realized-

*There are so many talented people here at Southern. I recently met someone who's vocals remind me of Jamie Cullum. He told me: "People may have soul but no pitch." Indeed.
*Whenever I practice piano, I stop for about five minutes to hear the person playing at the room beside me. Mmmm.
*I love Randy! Yep! He has been/and still is the greatest blessing.
*Weather change CHANGES my day. No lie. I've been hating on the silver clouds with no tint of blue what so ever. The sun shined and I smiled :D. I miss 75-degree California weather.
*My english class sucks! My teacher's a sweetheart, but I learn nothing! Blaaah.
*I dislike sleeping late. I feel groggy the next morning.
*We often judge people too quickly. My world missions class helps me put life into perspective. Each person has a diverse and cultural background which makes him/her...well, him/her!
*I need to get back to music. I saw Daisy a couple of days ago and asked her if she was still singing (bc girl can sangggg), and she asked me the same question. "Nope." =/
*Anatomy and Physiology is seriously a cool class. Maybe I'll hate myself for saying this, but being able to understand the complexities of the human body is pretty neat. God did a good job.
*P90x = so far so good.
*Melody Gardot has some bomb vocals. Her song "Our love is easy" is addicting.

Have a great upcoming weekend! Smile :)

Good-bye Day 4

Let's go day 5! I'm ready for you.



"I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength"

So long day 3

Day three is completed.
Bring it on day 4.

DAY 2 COMPLETED!

I'll be updating about my P90x journey.

Day 1 is completed with the aftermath of a sore chest and shoulders.
Day 2 is completed with an hour and a half of plyometrics and ab ripper.
Yep, this is NOT easy.

P90X

P90X training starts TODAY!

True

To me,

1) talk is cheap
2) the <3 is deceitful. don't follow it.
3) typical is whack. give me someone who's not a statistic.
4) seems as if when you reveal more, you get more.

What's sexier?





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Get wah I'm sayin'?
W/e, Good night.

Open Heart

I had a conversation with Randy this morning. He's taking a Christian Ethics class which deals with all the rights and wrongs of living the Christian faith. His classmate said something that caught Randy's attention, and when he told me, it caught my attention too. God forbid that this is an ongoing cycle:




"Above all the commandments, the 4th commanded is what tells us to
'remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy',
but now-a-days, we often forget."

I need to stop being lukewarm and get on it. Sigh, I always let things get in the way
of what's most important. Please keep me in your prayers <3

Vintage

Looking through the cutest vintage-esque items on the internet. Decided to edit a photo to resemble
the purpose of the blog :) Cute finds. Enjoy




Heather Yegge : Redlands















That's all. More later :)

Balla!

Photos from tonight's event :)






People call her Mochi, I call her Jess.


Toya's a sweetheart.


Sam and Steven


Jackie 'n Raygene


Kimmie and his biggggg smile


Daph supports!


Royous


Jaewon and Mia


Haha Jess...


Holllaaaaaa


Est 1991


Woo woo


Jumps


This guy's a giant


I <3 my boyfriend and (not from this picture) he <3s me ;)



I'm tired!!! So thankful it's the weekend. Nothing to study for. Yep! Lazy time ;)
I'm craving some rocky road ice cream.
Roomie and I finished decorating our room! pix of our dorm up lataaaa. In the mean time, leave l<3ve.

Vent

Smile like you mean it. Really? I want to.



Long over due photos:







Aj. I found out that he actually DOESN'T have turrets. Haahaha


Ryan


This is what Chuck really looks like

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I'm getting sick of the rain and snow. I forgot what the sun felt like and I miss jogging outside.


Snow on campus


Snow on Rand's van


Raindrops keeping falling on my head. Laaaa La La


Hi, I'm Nikki and I can make dozens of facial expressions. Really :)



I miss Mom, Pops, Jay, Darcie, and Heather
I want hot chocolate, rain boots, and a chair for our dorm
I wish I could fly, rewind time, travel the world
I hope for contentment, satisfaction, and a happy ending
I dislike <3ache, pain, and jealousy
I desire a genuine Christian experience