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Name: Allison
Birthday: 8/7/1988
Gender: Female
Interests: God. music. french horn. swimming. beaches. mountains. eating. sleeping. friends. THE BEATLES! =). Jake Gyllenhaal ;). Dodge Viper R/T 10's. food. animals. sports. hanging with friends. i <3 my BFFEs to death :) . ice cream. internet. movies. Coldplay. YOU.
Expertise: being a sarcastic Mexican. and i've most definitely mastered the art of falling off the risers. none of you could have landed as well as i did. ;)
Occupation: Retired
Industry: Textiles
Message: message me
Website: visit my website
AIM:  THSBandNerd016
AIM:  YellowSparks016
Member Since:
2/11/2004
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| I'm in a writing mood, and I've got some extra time to kill. So here I am.
Let's see, two weekends ago I finally got to meet the love of my life, Bryce Avary! Taryn and I went to his concert at the House of Blues in Dallas, and we stood in line for about 10ish minutes and got to meet him after his performance!
Ah yes. There we are. :) I would have to say the adrenaline level while I was talking to him was equivalent to that of my first time on the field marching at halftime sophomore year of high school. This man is so amazing. His music and lyrics are so inspiring and uplifting, as cliche as that all may sound. His latest CD, Do You Feel, came out July 17 and it has not left the cd player in my car since then. His passion and energy go unmatched and are so contagious when you listen to the CD and even moreso when you see him live. Not only is he freakishly talented, he loves Jesus. And that's what I love the most about him. If you ever get the chance to go see The Rocket Summer in concert...GO. You won't be disappointed. I've seen him 4 times and they're all equally amazing. In fact, I think they get progressively better. Anyways, I'm done promoting, haha. Just understand that September 29 was the best night of my life. <3
In other news...I went to Baylor a few weeks ago and spent some time with my friends down there. I love making trips down there. As much as I hate that I don't go to the same school as my best friends, I'm kind of glad I don't. It makes our times together that much sweeter. The weekend was fantastic all around. I got to spend a lot of time with my bestie, and that was fantastic. haha we tore up his room and had a great time all around.
yayyy :)
Let's see...the apartment is going really well! I love my roomies to death. We're all getting along great and always having lots of fun! It's so great to live with some amazing Christian girls who are there to encourage me and uplift me when I need it. It's something I'm not really used to, but it has definitely been a big blessing to serve them and also to be served. It's very humbling yet awesome. I couldn't ask for a better living situation. :)
 
a little taste of our apartment life. hahaha
And finally, the main thing that got me inspired to write...
One of my oldest and dearest friends, Matt Minshew, is leaving for Iraq today. He is a medic for the Army and will be going over there for 15 months. His job isn't sugar coated or frilly by any means. He'll be doing what I would imagine is one of the hardest jobs a soldier could have. He's going to see some of the scariest, nastiest stuff, beyond anything that you or I could ever imagine. He's got to be quick on his toes, quick to make wise decisions that will ultimately affect somebody's fate...and he's gotta do all of that in a foreign place, surrounded by the enemy, grief and turmoil. I admire him so much for his courage and willingness to go serve his country in such a dangerous situation. It's kind of hitting me hard today, now that he's actually leaving. We were never really SUPER close, but he's always held a special place in my heart since I've known him for a good 15 years. Last night Pastor Tommy Nelson spoke on prayer, and the power of it. The verses were Romans 15:30-33. It's so amazing to see how God times things. I hadn't been to church at DBC on a Sunday night in a few weeks, due to being at home, or out of town, or swamped with homework. And finally, the weekend I'm able to go also happens to be the weekend that Matt leaves for Iraq, and what is the sermon on? The power of prayer. I believe that the Lord can keep Matty safe. I believe that He can make him strong in the times when he is physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausted. I believe that He can keep his heart soft and his spirit strong and willing, in the midst of darkness. I believe that He can bring him home quicker than planned, and safe. I believe all of these things and more, and will continue to pray for Matt with a believing heart. I don't mean to be all emotional and whatever, but I'm just feeling a little sad and concerned today. I guess its just kinda hard for me to believe that he's going over there for real. So if you think about it, say a prayer for Matt. That the Lord would keep him safe and strong, and bring him home soon. And also for his wonderful family. They're some super fantastic people who really love the Lord and have impacted my life as well. And I'm sure they're worried. So pray for peace for them as well.
Anyways, that's all I had for today. Time to go work on some homework that I have no desire to work on. woo hoo!! Take care guys.
<3allison :)
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| Oh, xanga. It's amazing that you're still here.
One thing I love is just coming back to my xanga occasionally and just reading through old entries. Remembering what all was going on during my high school years. It brings back some memories for sure. Sometimes it makes me smile, and other times it's kinda sad to see what was consuming my thoughts at that time. Some of the stuff is just so petty...but I guess that's part of learning and growing up.
Well, I survived my first year of college. And I survived it with flying colors. I remember in high school thinking that it was going to be really hard and that I may not be able to make it. haha, That definitely wasn't the case. I loved my first year and wouldn't trade it for anything. It was demanding, it was an adjustment, it was a test, it was fantastic. Classes and professors, for the most part, were great. And I made some new and wonderful friends that I cannot wait to see again. Especially those 8 girls whom I love with all of my heart <3
So, this summer....I cannot describe how great it has been. It's been so nice to come home and be with friends and family again, and to just be able to pick up right where we left off. I feel more grown up this summer for sure. It was the first summer that was actually very productive. I took two classes at TCC and had a part time job at Shoe Pavilion. Classes were really easy, as was work. But, I still feel very productive. It was much better than sitting on my butt being bored all summer, that's for sure. Work was....interesting to say the least. I don't think I could have survived had I not had Colton there with me. We definitely kept eachother sane. Especially towards the end there. Things just started getting really messy with management, and I'm just thankful we got out when we did! It was a good learning experience, and I made and saved a decent amount of money, but so help me God, I will do everything in my power to NEVER work at a shoe store again. haha. I haven't seen a whole lot of people this summer. It has been really just the same like..5 or 6 friends, but I'm totally okay with that. They're my closest friends, and we all have a great time together, and that's what's important to me. :) I definitely feel more comfortable in my friendships and more confident that, even if later down the road we lose touch, they'll always hold a special place in my heart, and I'll hold a special place in theirs. But as for now...we are as close as close can be...and that feels good. :)
I went to New York at the beginning of the summer with my mom and grandma, and that was very awesome. I love that city so much. I really would like to live there for a year or two, while I'm still young and family-less. haha. Once I have a husband and kids, I don't think I'd want to live there. But I'm looking into maybe doing grad school at the Teacher's College at Columbia University. It's a great college and they have a lot of programs and areas of study that I'm interested in, so we'll see. For now It's just an idea I'm entertaining. Didn't really do any other big trips this summer. It was basically work, school, and hanging out. All in all, summer was perfect and I couldn't have asked for a better one. However, I have a feeling I'm going to be incredibly sad come Friday when everyone, including myself, leaves for school. I was definitely spoiled getting to see my friends (especially one) on a regular basis, and then when we leave...I think I'm gonna be really sad and will miss them a LOT for the first few weeks. :( But it'll be ok. It's just going to be getting back into the swing of things in Denton.
Along those lines, I'm moving into my apartment on Friday!! I'm SOOOO excited! I'm living with two of my REALLY good friends, and then we have a fourth roommate who we don't know, but from what the wonderful facebook tells me, she seems to be really nice. I think we'll all get along okay. I'm so excited. The apts are REALLY nice. I can't wait. Praise the Lord for not living in the dorms anymore!! :) I'm very very excited. And I can't wait to see what this year will bring!
Well, I guess I've rambled on enough for now. I hope everyone enjoys the year ahead! Good luck to the incoming freshmen, and of course all the college vets as well. I'm sure I'll be back at some point during the year. :)
Love always,
Allison :)
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| So xanga still exists, eh? very interesting. Welp, I haven't updated in a gazillion years, so I figure, why not? LIFE IS GOOD. that basically sums everything up. First semester was rockin. Finished up with a 3.75 gpa. heck yeahhh baby  I really love UNT. I've made lots of great friends, and I'm enjoying my classes, so it's great. I really miss band. :( I'm seriously considering doing it next year. We'll see if it's what the Lord wants or not. Man. College really forces you to grow up. It's so crazy to look back at my entries from a year ago. My perspective has changed so much. And I'm glad it has. I've definitely grown up emotionally, as well as spiritually. This semester I experienced a lot of things that I had never even been remotely close to experiencing during high school. It was so crazy. It's hard having to go through some things when you're "by yourself," meaning you don't have mom or dad right there to run and cry to. I've definitely pressed into God more this semester than I have my entire life. I started to lose the fire, but I'm slowly getting it back. I know that whatever life throws at me, God will turn it into something good. Not to mention He's right there with me every step of the way. He's so good. and so crazy. He works in such mysterious ways. I'm so amazed at times. Actually, I'm amazed all the time. Just sometimes it's moreso than others. I've really been learning about God and who He is. He's really revealed Himself to me and it has been an incredible blessing.  SO, last semseter, as I said, was great. Had a decent time with classes, i love my room, i love my community group, i love taryn tompkins, and i love knitting and racquetball. oh, i also love baylor university and my 4 wonderful friends that go there. :) Christmas break was wonderful. I loved being home with all of my friends. It was great to get some quality time in with them and my family. It was also wonderful to have a whole month off of school. I'm looking forward to the rest of this semseter. I've already met some great new girls, I'm going to Denver over spring break, and basically life is wonderful. And all the glory goes to God for that. He's watching over me, protecting me, strengthening me, and growing me. And it's all so exciting. :) time for pictures of course. they're slightly distorted. just go with it. 
great unt buddiezzz
this is when we met the mavs. dirk also proposed to us. it was an exciting day.
one of the most amazing men.
he's so gorgeous. <3
climbing trees at baylor :)
bmg!
mamaaa <3
the fray
mae. they were aMAEzing. :P
ohhh good times <3
copeland!
we grow mustaches
looooove these two! <3
one of my favorite pictures of all time
<3 my bff of 4 years and still goin strong :)
hahahah. this basically describes us.
love her like none other. dunno where i'd be without her. :)
wonnnnderful :)
k. i'm gonna stop before this gets too long. Have a wonderful second semester/last half of the school year. (a little note for the high school seniors: enjoy it while it lasts. While you may be ready to get out now, you'll reflect on it a lot later. so make it worthwhile. and then get ready. you're gonna love college. :] ) blessings upon you all. <3 | | |
| - SO. GOOD. :] yeahh it's update time!
uhh let's seeee...i went to the beach!
i saw the dolphins...
made a new friend...
annd i got to see my AIR CONDITIONED car that i will be getting hopefully sometime very soon...!
My FAVORITE favorite favorite German came to the States for 16 days and I got to spend time with her. And that definitely made my heart smile. :)
I went to the midnight showing of Pirates of the Caribbean 2.
And I was excited.
it was really good.
and the men were EXTREEEEEEMELY hot.
Sarah had her birthday party. and it was a lot of fun. :]
one ride was reallllyyy scary...
but apparently colton found it to be reallllyyy funny...
that was a good night. :)
hmm...today I went to Posado's with Priya!! :) And we were joined by Jared and his little friend Pedro. haha. ohh messicans are funny. :P So I reallyyyy enjoyed that. It was nice getting to see two of my all-time favorite people. :] And I reallyyyy want a Scion TC. pretty sweet car.
Several prayers have been answered so far this summer. And that's just absolutely amazing. Especially one big one that I prayed for for a looong long time. :) Things worked out and things are muuuch much better now. God is so wonderful. <3
I just realized the other night that we have less than a month until the first wave of kids start leaving for college and that scared me pretty bad. And it also made me really sad. I only have a month left with some of the greatest friends I've ever met. Only one month left at home. And then it's COLLEGE. yikes! I'm still super excited. But I guess everything is just now sinking in. This last month could be some of the last moments that I spend with some of these people for the rest of my life. woah.
In other news, I leave for mission trip on Saturday! We're going to New Orleans, the 9th Ward, so please be in prayer for our group! I have never been more excited about anything in my life. ..okay, maybe I have..but I'm sooo pumped and ready to see how God will use me to reach out to those who have been through so much. AND we get to demolish things! wooo! But please pray for us and our safety. It's definitely not the cleanest, safest place to be. I can't wait to see what God will do with us down there. :)
uhhh that's basically it for now. Hope you're all still enjoying your summer! :)
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