I feel like I only post on my blog when my heart is heavy. I should definitely start posting more about my life and views and stuff. Anyway, Today in CT, 20 children along with 6 others were killed when a gunman opened fire in an elementary school. Giving that my work was on exam schedule today, I didn't hear about this until my friend texting me telling me about it. When I got off, I immediately came back to my dorm and sat down balling in front of the tv. It really hurts me deep when events like this happen. They were just babies. I don't care if you think I'm soft. I have a heart for people and I believe God made me like that for a reason.
I am and will be praying for this community and for the families of all the victims. People see events like this and don't realize what it means to whom it affects. Think about the wrapped barbie dolls that will no longer go to the little girl who wanted nothing more or the sweet new bike that won't be used by the boy whom is no longer with us. My heart aches so much it makes my stomach sick when these events happen.
Now to the people calling for gun control; just stop. The very few people and boy do I mean few people who know me well know I would disagree (just read my last blog) but I'm not going to discuss that because of the hurt and pain in my heart right now. Let the families grieve. I'm not saying nothing should be done about this situation and I know for a fact it's more than likely the opposite of what you think, I just am not going to discuss it at this point and time.
I'll leave you with 1) a verse I saw on facebook that really touched my heart: "Don't let your heart be troubled. Trust in God.." - John 14:1
and then 2) an open letter from President Charles Steger, whom I have really come to respect and admire over my times here at this school. You can read that letter here: http://www.vtnews.vt.edu/articles/2012/12/121412-president-sandyhookelementary.html
Praying. Hard. and Strong.
With love
Friday, December 14, 2012
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Colorado, Chick-fil-a, and some other things
Greetings interwebs people! I hope this blog post finds you doing well.
So, I imagine all of you have heard about the recent shooting in Aurora, Colorado. It deeply saddens me and my prayers and thoughts are still with the community and all those affected by the tragedy. I have recently been thinking about the individuals involved. The majority of the people who were murdered or injured were around my age. I found a twitter page of one of the victims and spent some time just reflecting on the person's life and how this social page belonging to them has more than likely seen it's last post. Everything they own (their clothes, their car, etc) is in place, except the person is no longer there. That has to be hard on friends and family and I truly hope I, or no one else have to deal with this pain. The few guys who took the bullet for their loved one, that is what I call true heroism. I do believe there is not greater act of love. (Via John 15:13 There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.) I don't know what God has planned for me, but I would love nothing more to go out protecting my loved one(s).
I actually was in Aurora last Summer when I was visiting family and seeing the western part of this great country. Just crazy. I hope Justice is served sooner rather than later. (That process is way too long in case the President or a Head Honcho in DOJ reads this and wants something to work on) haha
One thing that we should NOT take from this tragedy, or any violent act really, is that the gun is to blame.
(Bare with me, it will lead to my next topic) I really think most people are so quick to need to blame something rather than someone. Too many are saying that guns cause these events but I ask you to ponder this: If you take away guns from the public, Who will have guns? Criminals or law abiding citizens?
Now, I had a facebook status about doing some research on this whole Chick-fil-a Anti Gay issues coming up the past few days in social media. (Reference site:
http://www.snopes.com/politics/sexuality/chickfila.asp)
My thoughts? I agree with aspects of both sides but people jump to conclusions way too fast in this country. Chick-fil-a has always been a Christian rooted organization which I love. The company has indeed to donated money to groups who support Heterosexual marriages. BUT! This is where the difference is. If someone likes Pepsi, does that make them automatically Anit-Coke? People take one stand and then assume the contrapositive is true which isn't always the case. Do your research America. You will not only make better decisions, you will feel smarter doing it.
UPDATED: 7/26/2012
You know this Chick-fil-a thing is really getting bigger in the social media. What do you think it is that the minority has the biggest voice in this country? And why do people feel obligated to boycott a place because someone like the CEO doesn't 100% agree with your views on certain subjects? There is a line between business and the personal decisions made by a business person. What does it matter that the CEO (given that chickfila franchises are individually and usually locally owned) views something differently than you? People don't understand that this is one of the biggest perks of being an American. You can believe what ever you want, and so can everyone else. AND You should love one another, no matter what they believe. Most of you know I am pro equal rights but I still find this whole thing disgusting. I feel like going to chickfila soon for sure.
Those were my main 2 things I wanted to get out. I'm not overly happy with my wording but too lazy to go back and fix it. I think you'll get my point.
I move back into school a month from today. That gives me 30 days to get stuff together. Need to get working on that. School is expensive. Too expensive
I recently started a I am Second (www.Iamsecond.com) bracelet but found out today it breaks out my skin so I can no longer where it. But check out that site if you are looking for some encouragement from some well known people.
I have recently been looking into the Libertarian party and am liking what I am reading. In an ever growing minority economy and society, big parties don't offer what I wanted. But that does present a problem for me to ponder more on. Do I vote for the candidate that I thing could do the best job but has no chance of winning or the candidate that could win, even if I don't firmly believe in all of their ideologies in hopes of beating another candidate that has a good chance? Did that make sense? Maybe? I'll get back to that in the coming months as we inch closer to election day.
I'm going to try and set up a questions box on my page so people can ask my opinion or just leave me awesome notes, anonymously or not.
Well, I can't really think of too much more to get off of my chest.
Kill strangers with kindness. You could make their day. Until Next time.
So, I imagine all of you have heard about the recent shooting in Aurora, Colorado. It deeply saddens me and my prayers and thoughts are still with the community and all those affected by the tragedy. I have recently been thinking about the individuals involved. The majority of the people who were murdered or injured were around my age. I found a twitter page of one of the victims and spent some time just reflecting on the person's life and how this social page belonging to them has more than likely seen it's last post. Everything they own (their clothes, their car, etc) is in place, except the person is no longer there. That has to be hard on friends and family and I truly hope I, or no one else have to deal with this pain. The few guys who took the bullet for their loved one, that is what I call true heroism. I do believe there is not greater act of love. (Via John 15:13 There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.) I don't know what God has planned for me, but I would love nothing more to go out protecting my loved one(s).
I actually was in Aurora last Summer when I was visiting family and seeing the western part of this great country. Just crazy. I hope Justice is served sooner rather than later. (That process is way too long in case the President or a Head Honcho in DOJ reads this and wants something to work on) haha
One thing that we should NOT take from this tragedy, or any violent act really, is that the gun is to blame.
(Bare with me, it will lead to my next topic) I really think most people are so quick to need to blame something rather than someone. Too many are saying that guns cause these events but I ask you to ponder this: If you take away guns from the public, Who will have guns? Criminals or law abiding citizens?
Now, I had a facebook status about doing some research on this whole Chick-fil-a Anti Gay issues coming up the past few days in social media. (Reference site:
http://www.snopes.com/politics/sexuality/chickfila.asp)
My thoughts? I agree with aspects of both sides but people jump to conclusions way too fast in this country. Chick-fil-a has always been a Christian rooted organization which I love. The company has indeed to donated money to groups who support Heterosexual marriages. BUT! This is where the difference is. If someone likes Pepsi, does that make them automatically Anit-Coke? People take one stand and then assume the contrapositive is true which isn't always the case. Do your research America. You will not only make better decisions, you will feel smarter doing it.
UPDATED: 7/26/2012
You know this Chick-fil-a thing is really getting bigger in the social media. What do you think it is that the minority has the biggest voice in this country? And why do people feel obligated to boycott a place because someone like the CEO doesn't 100% agree with your views on certain subjects? There is a line between business and the personal decisions made by a business person. What does it matter that the CEO (given that chickfila franchises are individually and usually locally owned) views something differently than you? People don't understand that this is one of the biggest perks of being an American. You can believe what ever you want, and so can everyone else. AND You should love one another, no matter what they believe. Most of you know I am pro equal rights but I still find this whole thing disgusting. I feel like going to chickfila soon for sure.
Those were my main 2 things I wanted to get out. I'm not overly happy with my wording but too lazy to go back and fix it. I think you'll get my point.
I move back into school a month from today. That gives me 30 days to get stuff together. Need to get working on that. School is expensive. Too expensive
I recently started a I am Second (www.Iamsecond.com) bracelet but found out today it breaks out my skin so I can no longer where it. But check out that site if you are looking for some encouragement from some well known people.
I have recently been looking into the Libertarian party and am liking what I am reading. In an ever growing minority economy and society, big parties don't offer what I wanted. But that does present a problem for me to ponder more on. Do I vote for the candidate that I thing could do the best job but has no chance of winning or the candidate that could win, even if I don't firmly believe in all of their ideologies in hopes of beating another candidate that has a good chance? Did that make sense? Maybe? I'll get back to that in the coming months as we inch closer to election day.
I'm going to try and set up a questions box on my page so people can ask my opinion or just leave me awesome notes, anonymously or not.
Well, I can't really think of too much more to get off of my chest.
Kill strangers with kindness. You could make their day. Until Next time.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Might as well talk about it
I'd like to take some time to talk about something that has been heavy on my mind for the past few months. I hope you receive it well, even if my words fail me in being the most receptive-oriented as possible.
You know what has been the biggest part of college for me? Nope. Not learning about Movies, Bugs, Computers, Decision Support Systems, Operation Supply Chain Management techniques, Supply/Demand Analysis, or countless of others bits of knowledge that have been stored in my head. The biggest part is learning more about myself! And must say, I enjoy the person I am becoming, because it's the true Stephen.
First, Let's talk about one of my new found passions: Gun rights.
This is huge given the history of the school I attend. But I really feel this is going to be a big issue in the next couple of decades.
I've been reading a book called "Should We Fire God?" by Jim Pace, who just so happens to be a lead pastor at the church I attend during the year in Blacksburg. This book has really opened my eyes to why God allows certain things to occur. The main premise of the book uses April 16th as the big event but also relates also little everyday events that really bring it even closer to home.
Think about this:
The shooting that occurred that day took place over the matter of few hours, with most of the tragedy happening in only a few short minutes. If one student or professor, a law abiding citizen, had a concealed firearm when the shooting broke out, would the outcome have been the same? Would the number have been as high? Simple Logic tells me no.
College campus or not, when you only have seconds, the police are always minutes away.
Time to talk about the "sexier" topic, as my Business Law professor use to love saying
Gay Rights
Yep. I said. And you know what?! I support them. After living my whole life as someone who didn't think being gay was right or that homosexuals had the right to get married, I stand firm in rescinding that way of thinking and speak of love. Love is love. No matter what color, gender, or ethnicity.
I've done a good amount research on this topic because as living Second, (www.iamsecond.com), many traditionalist Christians may condemn my views. But I feel like the protestant focus has started a shift forming a what I would called, new way protestant ideology. I know a few people and even have 1 or 2 friends that are openly gay. I feel like why should someone else tell them they can't be happy and be in the union of marriage? Who are we to say you can't marry the same sex as you if you love them?
Not to bring controversy to what we are talking about (funny?), but I still personally being gay is a choice. But I do not condemn that choice! More power to you. You only get one life; live it to it's fullest potential and be happy with who you are!
It's really funny because growing up, I always poked fun at my more liberal friends. But look at the situation I'm in now! I'm no longer considering myself conservative. I have more moderate views (need to look at some of those other parties like Libertarian and such) than I ever thought I would have. And my favorite part? I'm finding out this is what I truly believe and feel.
Not to put down my upbringing, but I feel most people grow up believing what is around them, which is usually their parents/guardians beliefs. College has really broadened my eyes to the world around me. And just like the song says, All we need is love. Jesus said in John 13 To love everyone as I have loved you. I have really been letting this take over my spirit in my day to day activity. I make it a point to be overly nice and go above and beyond to help others out, with just little things.
Have I blabbed my mind enough? Probably
I have exactly 2 weeks left of these summer classes. I have 4 tests, a big homework assignment, and 10 days of classes. I am quite ready to be home.
Until next time fellow bloggers
Cheers.
Stephen
You know what has been the biggest part of college for me? Nope. Not learning about Movies, Bugs, Computers, Decision Support Systems, Operation Supply Chain Management techniques, Supply/Demand Analysis, or countless of others bits of knowledge that have been stored in my head. The biggest part is learning more about myself! And must say, I enjoy the person I am becoming, because it's the true Stephen.
First, Let's talk about one of my new found passions: Gun rights.
This is huge given the history of the school I attend. But I really feel this is going to be a big issue in the next couple of decades.
I've been reading a book called "Should We Fire God?" by Jim Pace, who just so happens to be a lead pastor at the church I attend during the year in Blacksburg. This book has really opened my eyes to why God allows certain things to occur. The main premise of the book uses April 16th as the big event but also relates also little everyday events that really bring it even closer to home.
Think about this:
The shooting that occurred that day took place over the matter of few hours, with most of the tragedy happening in only a few short minutes. If one student or professor, a law abiding citizen, had a concealed firearm when the shooting broke out, would the outcome have been the same? Would the number have been as high? Simple Logic tells me no.
College campus or not, when you only have seconds, the police are always minutes away.
Time to talk about the "sexier" topic, as my Business Law professor use to love saying
Gay Rights
Yep. I said. And you know what?! I support them. After living my whole life as someone who didn't think being gay was right or that homosexuals had the right to get married, I stand firm in rescinding that way of thinking and speak of love. Love is love. No matter what color, gender, or ethnicity.
I've done a good amount research on this topic because as living Second, (www.iamsecond.com), many traditionalist Christians may condemn my views. But I feel like the protestant focus has started a shift forming a what I would called, new way protestant ideology. I know a few people and even have 1 or 2 friends that are openly gay. I feel like why should someone else tell them they can't be happy and be in the union of marriage? Who are we to say you can't marry the same sex as you if you love them?
Not to bring controversy to what we are talking about (funny?), but I still personally being gay is a choice. But I do not condemn that choice! More power to you. You only get one life; live it to it's fullest potential and be happy with who you are!
It's really funny because growing up, I always poked fun at my more liberal friends. But look at the situation I'm in now! I'm no longer considering myself conservative. I have more moderate views (need to look at some of those other parties like Libertarian and such) than I ever thought I would have. And my favorite part? I'm finding out this is what I truly believe and feel.
Not to put down my upbringing, but I feel most people grow up believing what is around them, which is usually their parents/guardians beliefs. College has really broadened my eyes to the world around me. And just like the song says, All we need is love. Jesus said in John 13 To love everyone as I have loved you. I have really been letting this take over my spirit in my day to day activity. I make it a point to be overly nice and go above and beyond to help others out, with just little things.
Have I blabbed my mind enough? Probably
I have exactly 2 weeks left of these summer classes. I have 4 tests, a big homework assignment, and 10 days of classes. I am quite ready to be home.
Until next time fellow bloggers
Cheers.
Stephen
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Blog (blog) Blog
Did you get the title? It's a blog inside a blog. Which is what this blog is about.
It recently hit me. Is sharing your true thoughts, feelings, life stories, and basically your views on different issue a good thing to do on the internet? What will others think? But more importantly (Never really lost sleep over what others think about me) what will future employers think if they read this?
I feel like that if people worry about what others think, they won't post anything that they really feel or will avoid the "forbidden fronts" of politics, religion, and other controversial topics. But...
Doesn't that defeat the point of a blog? To let you feelings out in the public, to help you vent or cope, and to let others help to see what kind of person you are?
I'm going to think about this over the next few weeks but it will likely get pushed to the back of my brain as 5 exams haunt my next 10 days as well as moving out to an apartment for the summer and heading home for a short while before coming back.
You know, I have changed a lot over the past 2 ish years since coming to college. I have not changed for the bad (at least, I wouldn't think so) but I have realized who I am. In college, you learn a lot. For me, I have learned about bugs, psychology, computers and linear solutions, movies and movie production, different parts of the world and how they affect us as a country, musical keys and theory behind writing it, and so many more pretty nifty things that I could spend hours blogging about. But you want to know what I have learned the most or what I think I have learned that has impacted me the most? I have learned about me. Stephen Myles Williamson. Son, Brother, Friend, Hokie, Music Lover, sports fanatic, Laugher, Jokester, up and coming movie lover, thoughtful, meticulous, curious, and last but not least, quiet belief activist. So much about me has changed. How I view political issues, How I view other people, and the list goes on. Change is the one thing in the world that is constant. So I would assume I'm doing it right?
Well... I hope all is well with your life right now, and if it's not. Pray about it. One thing I have really started doing is if something is bugging me or is making me nervous, I just say Hey God, Help a brother out. But in all seriousness, Be blessed and don't let the man get you down. Haha.
Signing off, like an angry deaf person (too harsh?)
Stephen
It recently hit me. Is sharing your true thoughts, feelings, life stories, and basically your views on different issue a good thing to do on the internet? What will others think? But more importantly (Never really lost sleep over what others think about me) what will future employers think if they read this?
I feel like that if people worry about what others think, they won't post anything that they really feel or will avoid the "forbidden fronts" of politics, religion, and other controversial topics. But...
Doesn't that defeat the point of a blog? To let you feelings out in the public, to help you vent or cope, and to let others help to see what kind of person you are?
I'm going to think about this over the next few weeks but it will likely get pushed to the back of my brain as 5 exams haunt my next 10 days as well as moving out to an apartment for the summer and heading home for a short while before coming back.
You know, I have changed a lot over the past 2 ish years since coming to college. I have not changed for the bad (at least, I wouldn't think so) but I have realized who I am. In college, you learn a lot. For me, I have learned about bugs, psychology, computers and linear solutions, movies and movie production, different parts of the world and how they affect us as a country, musical keys and theory behind writing it, and so many more pretty nifty things that I could spend hours blogging about. But you want to know what I have learned the most or what I think I have learned that has impacted me the most? I have learned about me. Stephen Myles Williamson. Son, Brother, Friend, Hokie, Music Lover, sports fanatic, Laugher, Jokester, up and coming movie lover, thoughtful, meticulous, curious, and last but not least, quiet belief activist. So much about me has changed. How I view political issues, How I view other people, and the list goes on. Change is the one thing in the world that is constant. So I would assume I'm doing it right?
Well... I hope all is well with your life right now, and if it's not. Pray about it. One thing I have really started doing is if something is bugging me or is making me nervous, I just say Hey God, Help a brother out. But in all seriousness, Be blessed and don't let the man get you down. Haha.
Signing off, like an angry deaf person (too harsh?)
Stephen
Sunday, April 1, 2012
I pity the April Fool's Day
Hello People who are reading this. You're officially cool because you care enough about me to read it *happy tear*
That was weird. Let's pretend it didn't happen and move on....
So I have about 5 weeks left of this semester before I get to go home for a week and half and then come back for the summer to take 2 classes. Haha. This semester has kinda flown by looking back at it.
So what's on my mind today? Good questions. As a Taco Bell sign I saw the other day said "Let's Taco bout it."
Drugs. Yep. Them things. I bet you just felt negative and a little fear. I feel like society automatically makes people assume a "woah what's about to happen" role when people mention the word. But most drugs are good for you.
Why drugs? I have recently become interested in them. Ya know, So many college age kids want to elect Ron Paul for president because he wants to legalize mary jane and that excites people! But grass isn't a sole reason to back a candidate in my mind. Anywho, I've heard before that marijuana was only illegalized because of a smear campaign run sometime in the early to mid 20th century because it was going to be used as paper, which would cause publishing industries to lose millions? Pretty interesting stuff right?
To me, I feel like marijuana is less dangerous than alcohol.
Bold statement? 100 % scientifically backed statement? Who knows? But when I look at the facts, it really seems to be the case for me.
Which makes me think; You know I love this country, but some of the things going on, are stupid. And not how I would run things. But then again, if the whole world thought like me, the world would be such a better place ;)
Alcohol is not a big part of my life, it really isn't part of my life at all because I do not partake in it. But my friends and I talk about it a lot, (mrs. nester tought me alot is two words) (random memory) because it is around us so much. It's crazy.
Blahh...
So more updates on my life at school;
- I plan on graduating one semester early (December 2013)
- All my classes will be on T/TH for the next 3 semesters (4 day weekend say what?!)
- My bracket didn't do as well as last year but GO KY (wildcats not the stuff you put on a sandwich.... Lol bad taste?)
Well that's all I really have for right now. Except for this; people entering into a relationship on facebook today: I'm not stupid. It's April 1st. Do something smarter.
Skype bro date with my suitemate currently studying abroad in Switzerland right now and then back to studying for Intro to Cinema Test I have tomorrow.
Cool beans. Take Care
Stephen
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That was weird. Let's pretend it didn't happen and move on....
So I have about 5 weeks left of this semester before I get to go home for a week and half and then come back for the summer to take 2 classes. Haha. This semester has kinda flown by looking back at it.
So what's on my mind today? Good questions. As a Taco Bell sign I saw the other day said "Let's Taco bout it."
Drugs. Yep. Them things. I bet you just felt negative and a little fear. I feel like society automatically makes people assume a "woah what's about to happen" role when people mention the word. But most drugs are good for you.
Why drugs? I have recently become interested in them. Ya know, So many college age kids want to elect Ron Paul for president because he wants to legalize mary jane and that excites people! But grass isn't a sole reason to back a candidate in my mind. Anywho, I've heard before that marijuana was only illegalized because of a smear campaign run sometime in the early to mid 20th century because it was going to be used as paper, which would cause publishing industries to lose millions? Pretty interesting stuff right?
To me, I feel like marijuana is less dangerous than alcohol.
Bold statement? 100 % scientifically backed statement? Who knows? But when I look at the facts, it really seems to be the case for me.
Which makes me think; You know I love this country, but some of the things going on, are stupid. And not how I would run things. But then again, if the whole world thought like me, the world would be such a better place ;)
Alcohol is not a big part of my life, it really isn't part of my life at all because I do not partake in it. But my friends and I talk about it a lot, (mrs. nester tought me alot is two words) (random memory) because it is around us so much. It's crazy.
Blahh...
So more updates on my life at school;
- I plan on graduating one semester early (December 2013)
- All my classes will be on T/TH for the next 3 semesters (4 day weekend say what?!)
- My bracket didn't do as well as last year but GO KY (wildcats not the stuff you put on a sandwich.... Lol bad taste?)
Well that's all I really have for right now. Except for this; people entering into a relationship on facebook today: I'm not stupid. It's April 1st. Do something smarter.
Skype bro date with my suitemate currently studying abroad in Switzerland right now and then back to studying for Intro to Cinema Test I have tomorrow.
Cool beans. Take Care
Stephen
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Case/ Thoughts/ Stuff
Over the past few days, I've been following the Virginia Tech negligence case and am really just shocked at the whole ordeal. I just finished talking to my Business Law professor about it and he gave me some ideas I never really took into account. Here is a link to read up on some of the issues
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/education/virginia-tech-official-explains-delay-in-alert-after-2-shootings-defends-actions/2012/03/07/gIQAYUzoxR_story.html
To me, I feel like it is completely unethical to put a price on human life. I am glad the state is capping the amount that the plaintiffs can receive if in fact negligence is proved. I always wondered why pursue this trial and not settle out of court like the other 30 families did. My professor and I talked about how this was the way these 2 families are grieving. I suppose it makes sense but no amount of money can bring back your child (I do not mean that in a hurtful way)
I am eager to hear the verdict later this week.
Time for Intro to Cinema Class.
I will always be a Hokie and will always love my school
Stephen
UPDATE:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/local/education/virginia-tech-official-explains-delay-in-alert-after-2-shootings-defends-actions/2012/03/07/gIQAYUzoxR_story.html
To me, I feel like it is completely unethical to put a price on human life. I am glad the state is capping the amount that the plaintiffs can receive if in fact negligence is proved. I always wondered why pursue this trial and not settle out of court like the other 30 families did. My professor and I talked about how this was the way these 2 families are grieving. I suppose it makes sense but no amount of money can bring back your child (I do not mean that in a hurtful way)
I am eager to hear the verdict later this week.
Time for Intro to Cinema Class.
I will always be a Hokie and will always love my school
Stephen
UPDATE:
Wow. Didn't suspect that at all. The state will cap it to $100,000 each, which from what I understand, that was the amount VT settled with most of the other families.
Monday, January 30, 2012
Spring Update
Hello World!
I realized it has been quite a while since my last blog post so I thought I would give an update on the exciting story I like to call, my life.
So, The biggest and probably brightest news I have is that I am officially a Pamplin Business student, majoring in Business Information Technology. You have no idea what that means to me and how hard I have worked and the issues I have faced are now finally dealt with and a glorious result has been reached. Thank you for your prayers/thoughts on this issue.
This semester I am taking 5 classes (after dropping one for fear of "spreading myself too thin") and hope to be finding an evening/weekend job as well.
Accounting 2: Blah. Not a fan.
Quantitative Methods 2: Interesting concepts. Math based modeling that I don't find too difficult. (Thank you logical, left brain)
Music Theory 2: Should be good to learn more about one of my most intimate passions
Business Law: Strangely enough, I like this class. It's interesting and somewhat common sense to me. Kinda comes naturally.
Intro to Cinema: New found love for movies, actors, the roles they play, and just an overall appreciation to Theatre (or Theater for you non-cool spelling people) (I have my roommate to thank for this. He's an awesome guy and a Theatre-Performance major. If he makes it big, Hopefully he can hook me up with a Lambo or vacation home)
One issue that has been heavy on my heart and mind is the issue of partying and drinking and the fact that I don't participate in it.
So, as most of you know, I recently turned 20. Wooo hooo right?! I think so. But even though my age has little to do with this rage, I want to share a little bit about my philisophy on the college party and drinking experience. It's a lot simpler than you think.
When it comes down to it, there are 2 types of drinking. (alcohol in case we weren't on the same blog/page)
- Drinking with an intent
-Drinking socially
I can honestly say to anyone I have never had any alcohol in my life (minus the times when I was 3 and would apparently still my parents beer and run away and sip it but I don't count that)
Anyway, I have never seen the fascination with drinking with an intent. I'm so logical in the way I live my life that all the consequences outweigh the good points that is makes no sense for this activity to be a weekly part of most college students agenda.
The one part of my logic that bugs me is that my Friday and Saturday nights are usually quite boring and lonely. Luckily my roommate agrees with my philosophy but I just get tired of sitting in my room, drinking mt. dew and playing xbox for hours on end.
Here is my proposed solution (still in planning stage): Start a anti-party group/club of people who want to get together and have fun, without alcohol or the effects of what alcohol does to people. Maybe a card game, video game, board game, some type of campus hunt or game, or just something that could bring people together with a similar ideal of having fun without booze.
Don't get me wrong. I am not against alcohol. I really do look forward to the day I can socially drink with friends, order a beer with my pizza or wings, and have a good time with no intent of having any short term or long term health effects.
That's that.
Now, another thing and probably the last thing I have on my mind for this blog right now is my relationship with my church I am attending here and some mental/spiritual things I am working on.
Some of you may know, that last year I auditioned to play drums here at the church I go to. I played 3 songs (1 I picked and 2 they picked) and thought the audition went fairly well. I was not offered a spot on the worship team and that actually hurt, thinking my gift to the glory of God was not worthy or wasn't good enough. Although I was taught that wasn't the case. It just wasn't meant to be.
I have been thinking and praying about auditioning again but really am feeling like I should wait and see what happens. The other day, I realized I forgot my drum sticks and pad at home. Did God purposely let me forget that so as to say wait and see what I have for you? Maybe/maybe not. Maybe I should help with sound? or another area? I am waiting patiently and passionately to see what I should do. I do really enjoy the worship experience at the current church I am attending and have always enjoyed playing my instrument not to be on stage, but to be worshiping him and having fun while I do it. I still feel kinda of distant and somewhat unconnected to the church, completely opposite to what I feel at home.
Irony? Both churches have the name "New Life" God has new mercy for us all everyday and isn't just in love with the future you, but the you are becoming as you grow in spiritual walk with him.
I feel a nap in my immediate future. As I sign off, I hope you have a terrific week and remember to be nice to everyone you see. Because everyone is facing some type of battle .
Stephen
PS a note on my last post about the Virginia tech police officer who was killed: The students and community of Blacksburg as well as others from across the nation, raised over $100,000 for the Crouse family. God is good.
Best Regards
I realized it has been quite a while since my last blog post so I thought I would give an update on the exciting story I like to call, my life.
So, The biggest and probably brightest news I have is that I am officially a Pamplin Business student, majoring in Business Information Technology. You have no idea what that means to me and how hard I have worked and the issues I have faced are now finally dealt with and a glorious result has been reached. Thank you for your prayers/thoughts on this issue.
This semester I am taking 5 classes (after dropping one for fear of "spreading myself too thin") and hope to be finding an evening/weekend job as well.
Accounting 2: Blah. Not a fan.
Quantitative Methods 2: Interesting concepts. Math based modeling that I don't find too difficult. (Thank you logical, left brain)
Music Theory 2: Should be good to learn more about one of my most intimate passions
Business Law: Strangely enough, I like this class. It's interesting and somewhat common sense to me. Kinda comes naturally.
Intro to Cinema: New found love for movies, actors, the roles they play, and just an overall appreciation to Theatre (or Theater for you non-cool spelling people) (I have my roommate to thank for this. He's an awesome guy and a Theatre-Performance major. If he makes it big, Hopefully he can hook me up with a Lambo or vacation home)
One issue that has been heavy on my heart and mind is the issue of partying and drinking and the fact that I don't participate in it.
So, as most of you know, I recently turned 20. Wooo hooo right?! I think so. But even though my age has little to do with this rage, I want to share a little bit about my philisophy on the college party and drinking experience. It's a lot simpler than you think.
When it comes down to it, there are 2 types of drinking. (alcohol in case we weren't on the same blog/page)
- Drinking with an intent
-Drinking socially
I can honestly say to anyone I have never had any alcohol in my life (minus the times when I was 3 and would apparently still my parents beer and run away and sip it but I don't count that)
Anyway, I have never seen the fascination with drinking with an intent. I'm so logical in the way I live my life that all the consequences outweigh the good points that is makes no sense for this activity to be a weekly part of most college students agenda.
The one part of my logic that bugs me is that my Friday and Saturday nights are usually quite boring and lonely. Luckily my roommate agrees with my philosophy but I just get tired of sitting in my room, drinking mt. dew and playing xbox for hours on end.
Here is my proposed solution (still in planning stage): Start a anti-party group/club of people who want to get together and have fun, without alcohol or the effects of what alcohol does to people. Maybe a card game, video game, board game, some type of campus hunt or game, or just something that could bring people together with a similar ideal of having fun without booze.
Don't get me wrong. I am not against alcohol. I really do look forward to the day I can socially drink with friends, order a beer with my pizza or wings, and have a good time with no intent of having any short term or long term health effects.
That's that.
Now, another thing and probably the last thing I have on my mind for this blog right now is my relationship with my church I am attending here and some mental/spiritual things I am working on.
Some of you may know, that last year I auditioned to play drums here at the church I go to. I played 3 songs (1 I picked and 2 they picked) and thought the audition went fairly well. I was not offered a spot on the worship team and that actually hurt, thinking my gift to the glory of God was not worthy or wasn't good enough. Although I was taught that wasn't the case. It just wasn't meant to be.
I have been thinking and praying about auditioning again but really am feeling like I should wait and see what happens. The other day, I realized I forgot my drum sticks and pad at home. Did God purposely let me forget that so as to say wait and see what I have for you? Maybe/maybe not. Maybe I should help with sound? or another area? I am waiting patiently and passionately to see what I should do. I do really enjoy the worship experience at the current church I am attending and have always enjoyed playing my instrument not to be on stage, but to be worshiping him and having fun while I do it. I still feel kinda of distant and somewhat unconnected to the church, completely opposite to what I feel at home.
Irony? Both churches have the name "New Life" God has new mercy for us all everyday and isn't just in love with the future you, but the you are becoming as you grow in spiritual walk with him.
I feel a nap in my immediate future. As I sign off, I hope you have a terrific week and remember to be nice to everyone you see. Because everyone is facing some type of battle .
Stephen
PS a note on my last post about the Virginia tech police officer who was killed: The students and community of Blacksburg as well as others from across the nation, raised over $100,000 for the Crouse family. God is good.
Best Regards
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