Monthly Archives: May 2012

Praying For A Samuel

Posted on May 31, 2012 by

Birthdays come and go and with them we make wishes. As we blow out the candles, we think of something that we want more than anything. One year, I wished for a horse. Another year, I wished to marry someone. … Continue reading →

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When You Think Of Me

Posted on May 20, 2012 by

As the grad bells toll and life as I know it is coming to an end, I’ve been looking at pictures and rehearsing old memories. Yesterday, I finished my last play with the theatre group that has been my second family … Continue reading →

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Fresh Start

Posted on May 12, 2012 by

This week, I came to terms with my ugly self and the terrible desires of my heart. I learned that I’m not as good at forgiveness as I thought. I realized that I have a lot more to learn about … Continue reading →

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My Calling Is Christ

Posted on May 10, 2012 by

My final year of highschool is coming to a close and everyday, I wonder what is next. Technically, its various jobs, university, and a career of some kind. But at the moment these are just muddy ideas and foggy dreams. I … Continue reading →

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The Make-Up Trap

Posted on May 8, 2012 by

It was amazing in totally the wrong way. It was exhaustive and saddening to the core of my heart. With one look at that little glass bottle full of gooey “pretty”stuff, the insecurities came back. My beauty and confidence melted … Continue reading →

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Say Hello Not Good-Bye

Posted on May 4, 2012 by

A couple of months ago, church was just hard. I had to say good-bye to dreams and learn how to welcome reality. I walked to church that morning because we had car troubles. The sun shone brightly for the first … Continue reading →

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The Dreams That You Used To Dream

Posted on May 3, 2012 by

I have a dream. Well, don’t we all? Actually, I have many dreams. Some of them from childhood, others from yesterday or today, and still there are more that I’m sure will come tomorrow. I want so much out of … Continue reading →

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