No eye has seen, no ear has heard,

and no mind has imagined what

God has prepared for those who love Him.

1 Corinthinans 2:9

My Best Friend

Ya know, I've been blessed with some pretty amazing people in my life. I have an awesome family who loves me for who I am and supports me through thick and thin, a sister who loves me regardless that we're 2 hours away and fight more than we get along, and a group of friends that make me laugh when I don't even want to smile.

But, right now, I want to tell you about someone who has made one of the biggest impacts on me in perhaps the smallest amount of time possible; my best friend. Exactly one year ago today, I went to prom with what I thought was just one of my really good friends. You know, the guy that I could vent to, the guy that would call me for advice after a really bad day. It wasn't until the weeks approaching prom that I began to realize that my feelings for this supposed "friend" were much deeper than what I ever thought they would be. It started with "...so I've been thinking," and one year later, here we are.

Chad Yaken, I love you more than you'll ever know! Thank you so much for being my everything; my shoulder to cry on, my support system when no one else thinks I can do it, my inspiration, and most importantly...the best friend a girl could ask for.

"You Go, Glen Coco!"

Okay, so just for laughs, here's a video that my girl T.Randall sent me and my sisters. If you're a Mean Girls fan like myself, I think you'll find it quite enjoyable...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQeTlxhhmEo

Scheduling, Sisters, and Stress...oh my!

Sorry it's been a while since I've blogged! Not much has been going on lately.
I survived round 2 of scheduling for classes by myself! Although stressful, I managed to NOT get any 8 o'clocks and to avoid having ANY classes on Fridays! Woohoo!
Tomorrow I have my interview for Bluefish next year, and I'm so excited and nervous all at the same time. I just know that God has called me to be a part of this wonderful ministry team but I just have to survive the interview and a week of waiting first! For those that don't know what Bluefish are, it's a ministry on campus through the religious office to reach out to the students and faculty through means of worship, fellowship, and bible studies and all that jazz... It's so amazing to be a part of a campus with SO many wonderful opportunities to bless God and allow him to work through me.
Today was Thornwell's Easter Egg hunt and me and my good ole sisters of ADPi went to help out for a little while. I ended up running into my little brother (Who, by the way, Thornwell told me got adopted and was no longer there.) Well, to my surprise, I found him! It was so good to see him again, it's so amazing how little things like that make such an impact on your day. On top of that lovely surprise, the weather today was HEAVENLY. 80 degrees, a slight breeze, and sunny?! whoah. yes, please!
So, tomorrow is the housing lottery. I'm a little concerned about our housing situation but, regardless, I'll have a bed (I hope) so, I know it will all work out! PTL for Callie's decent lottery number! (PS: the whole housing system needs to be vamped up! ASAP)
Tomorrow is also the last day of classes for the week! No classes on Monday either! PTL for JC! Easter Holiday is here and is so greatly needed. Here's to great weather, celebrating God's gift to me, being able to eat fried food and soda again, and a very special anniversary with a pretty amazing guy!
Oh, here's some pics from Thornwell today!


Happy Easter! Don't forget to stop and remember what it's all about!
Much Love,
Emma

Constantly Growing

Everyday, I find myself growing stronger and stronger in my faith. Everyday, I find myself realizing how truly great our God is. Everyday, I find myself thanking him for everyone and everything he has blessed me with...and really meaning it.
Recently, my biggest challenge has been coming up with the courage to share Him with people that DONT know Him. How do you bring up the conversation? "Oh hey, let me tell you about his pretty awesome guy I know." Well...yeah. So, recently, God has been practically screaming at me to talk to share His word with someone...and guess what! I did it! I can't even begin to describe what a magical feeling I had. Those that know me know that I absolutely LOVE to talk, but more times than not, I either babble or go completely off topic. Worried that I might do one of these two things, I remembered when God called to Moses in Genesis and told him that he would give him the words...just to have the courage and the will. Man oh man, does He stand by what He says. It came so easily to me...just like magic. So the whole point of this is to tell you to have no fear in your faith. God walks with us whether we know it or not, and He's always there! There's a verse that really spoke to me the other night when I read it. It's from 2 Thessalonians 2: 13-15 and it reads:
"But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning God chose you to be saved through the santifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. So then, brothers, STAND FIRM and hold to the teachings we passed on to you, whether by word of mouth or by letter." It says it right there! Clear as day. Go and tell others about Him; it's what I've called you to do. Woah. When people say that the Bible answers all of our questions, they aren't kidding. This was the exact inspiration I needed to help me continue down my path to eternal life, and it has done just that! Inspired me! So, I guess what I'm trying to say in all of this is that if you are afraid, turn to God. If you are sad, turn to God. If you are happy, turn to God. If you are searching, turn to God. If you are lonely, turn to God. Basically, In all times, turn to God.

In other news, this weekend was ADPi's "Throwdown for your Hometown"; our crush party. So to most hometowns in the South, you get your typical "rednecks" or "hicks". But I'm not from just ANY redneck town. I'm from Darlington; home of the Nascar track Too Tough To Tame. Oh that's right, be jealous. I can't properly describe my costume but to just leave you with pictures. And to clarify, no. That's NOT my real hair. Thanks.



Much Love,
Emma

God is Good!!

After going to Campus Outreach for the first time tonight, I have realized that I have one of THE BEST sisters in Christ a girl could ask for. And hey, as a plus, she isnt ONLY my sister in Christ, but my Sister in ADPi.
Here's to you, Ann Wilson. I'm so proud of you and everything you've shown me through your faith during the last few months. I know God has truly put something in your heart that is so special and that you have begun to reflect into the lives of everyone around you. Thanks for being my conversation partner and celebration partner in times of our "God is Awesome"-ness. I love you so much, baby girl!

"Major" Excitement

So as I was doing my weekly browsing of the planner I came to the realization that the next 2 months of my life are completely planned out. Every weekend there is something to do; whether it be with ADPi or Easter Break...wanna know the weird part?! I'm SO excited about it all! Granted, that only means that Exams are approaching quickly, but at the same time, it means that summer is closer, as well!
Last week, I went and met with my new advisor and officially declared my major! You are now in the presence of an English with an emphasis with Creative Writing major; basically a long way of saying English with a focus in writing. I can't tell you HOW excited my advisor made me about making it official. Most everyone I talk about it with thinks I'm crazy because I'd rather read a book and write a paper than study for Biology..whatever. Anyways, it feels so weird that it's all official.
On another exciting note, I made my potential schedule for next semester and I am PUMPED! Listen to this: No classes ANY DAY of the week before 11, only one class on Thursdays and Fridays, and only 2 on Tuesday. Oh yes. And with the exception of Poetry class on Tuesdays, I'm done everyday by 3. I couldn't have asked for a more ideal situation..and I truly hope that it works out in my favor. I guess we'll see how it goes!
This weekend is Crush Party for ADPi and the theme is "Throw Down for your Hometown" and I am so so so excited. Representing the good ole town of Darlington, I will be modeling the best Nascar gear around. Oh yes, get excited for the pictures.
Anyways, I guess I better get back to Biology...PTL that it's my last science class EVER!
Much Love,
Emma