SoccerChic9: March 2006

Saturday, March 25, 2006

It was another long day in the office, and I was the only one there since both Paul and Amanda were gone. Well of course that was until Sharon our accountant arrived. I must say I am really looking forward to sleeping in tomorrow morning and not thinking about accounting for an entire weekend - what sweet bliss!

I need to clean my apartment really.....but the weather has been so nice lately I hate been inside. Tomorrow it is suppose to be 15 degrees here, so I think I'll be outside forsure....if I wake up before 6:00 tomorrow night:) Actually, I have to get up cause I have a hair appointment. Hopefully my new hair dresser is good....because it could be interesting if she's not:)

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

I am not an accountant. I have no accounting experience. But, apparently that did not stand out on my resume when I was hired. I think God was laughing when He knew ahead of time that I would have to be completing the year-end for my company.

Yesterday I put in over 15 hours, and did not get home until almost 12:00 at night. I swear that after 9:00 numbers turn into other things.....things not resembling themselves in any way. It's like some great joke to them. Also, people who work with accounting for an extended period of time, turn into very odd things.....I'm just sayin.

So, guess who's working late Friday night on year-end....hello 15 hour days.

Monday, March 20, 2006

Nick and Julie became an offical couples this weekend. I think Nick got the better end of the deal, cause he got a hot girl, and Julie got stuck with Nick (just teasin yah Nick:) So congrats to that, raise your glasses to awesome people hooking up!

As for me, I spent the weekend watching speed skating, hanging with a group of friends, making some new friends and just having a great time!

Rah rah for great weekends!

Sunday, March 12, 2006

I did something very crazy. I drank and entire cup of herbal tea. I know, I have gone off the deep end. But, I was at a business meeting, and felt entirely rude if I refused the cup of tea she gave to me. So, I drank it. I am still sure that every time I took a huge swig that I made some totally funny face - they were most likely wondering what was wrong with me.

But yes, the second cup of tea in my life time - and I'm hoping not to repeat that any time soon.

This week was slightly busy for me, including two conferences (Edmonton & Calgary), battle of the bands, College & Career group, drum lessons, and so forth. But, I had fun - and I got to shop at the West Edmonton Mall - so that was cool.

I saw Laura Malloy this weekend, she was a mom, and a homeschooling mom at that - it kinda wierded me out a little. But hey, incase all of you missed the news, she is living in Edmonton and she has a baby - which she is planning on homeschooling:)

I also went to my very first official Mass. I was at a Catholic Conference from Thursday - Saturday, and since I was trying to sell stuff there and such, I figured I should attend the morning Mass - I figured it would be a good way to connect with the people. Well, I think I would of offended less people if I hadn't attending. First off, I walked into mass (5 minutes before it started - so it was quite full) and I went and sat down in a pew. Only to realize later that everyone who walks in has to get down on one knee and bow, while crossing themselves, down to the statue of Jesus. The entire service had numerous priest and audiance sayings, that I just had no idea what everyone was saying. I was going to partake in communion - but then I got wierded out when the Priest turned the wine and bread into actual blood and body. It was kinda a disturbing thought to say the least.

All that to say - I won't be attending another mass any time soon - it was totally different from what I expected.

Monday, March 06, 2006

right now. Somebody please stop me:) First at drum practice tonight, and then I come home and it's playing on itunes - hello Faith Hill....most likely the only country music singer that I can stand for longer than five seconds. She has some catchy songs that somehow make it on to you play list. No one knows how.

So, apparently I am improving at picking out a drum beat from a song - which is so totally cool. It's going to definately be my hardest challenge with the drums, but it's so much fun. And Ryan (my drum teacher) is a really funny guy - so me and Julia are pretty much laughing the whole time. It's great fun to say the least.

Well, I have two conferences this week - should keep me out of trouble to say the least. Calgary on Tuesday - and Edmonton for Thursday-Sunday. So, looks like I have an excuse to see the Edmonton mall!!

Anyhow, I'm off to make myself some supper - hope the week is good for everyone, being Monday and all!!

Saturday, March 04, 2006

Do you ever do something big with your life and it doesn't really hit you until some time later. I had this yesterday, I came home from work and went for a walk cause it was absolutely beautiful out, and I am trying to get fresh air regularly and all - and suddenly it hit me - I just took up and moved to Alberta. Me, the little girl who always has big dreams, but tends to just talk about them. It was such an awesome feeling, I laughed out loud at it. Here I am, living in Alberta - 34 hours away from anything that is familiar. I came down here not knowing anyone, I took a job at a charitable organization, and here I am. It's cool - I'm happy I did it.

I also cooked last night, for the first time really since I've been down here - I made a full meal for myself, and it was good. Meat cooked in soya sauce is amazing - mmmmm. I'm also pretty clean down here - which may surprise anyone who knows me. But yah, I'm constantly cleaning up after myself lately - even though it's not like I have a ton of company over or something.

Wow, this post makes me look very self-centered.

Wednesday, March 01, 2006

There are some issues in life that we tend to skirt around. Perhaps because we don't really know how to deal with them, we have been taught tolerance and complacence most of our life and we don't want to rock the boat, or perhaps because we've never thought about them before.

I think that homosexuality is one of these such issues. I know for me personally, I haven't really been exposed to the issue in great depth. When I moved here to Medicine Hat, I was living in a house that had a gay man living in the basement. This man had a boyfriend who he was planning on moving in with and he was very open and comfortable with his lifestyle. Now for me, this was the first time that I was in such close proximity for an extended period of time with someone who was homosexual. The only contact I had before this point was random couples on the street, or the gay agenda that is put forth through the media. For me it brought to the surface a lot of questions, such as how does one, as a Christian, practically deal with such a situation.

We are taught in the Bible that homosexuality goes against God's design for human beings, and that it is wrong. Now, I agree with that completely, however, I do believe that Christians on a whole (generalization here) do not know how to practically live out that belief, and as a result many people who are homosexual have been hurt and damaged by the church. Many of us have friends who are not married and are living together, and we treat them with dignity as human beings, even though we may disagree with their lifestyle. However, when the subject of gay people comes up, we get uncomfortable, faces turn red, bodies shift as an awkward silence envelops the room - or we try to rid the tension by cracking a joke about gay people. Either way, I believe we have missed the point of what Christ has called us to do.

We are not called to judge - discern but not judge - it is not our position here on earth. Besides, we have enough to worry about in our own lives without pointing the finger and passing judgement on those around us.

So, how is a Christian suppose to lovingly build relationships with those who are homosexual? I believe love is the main emotion that should be shown towards these people. Get to know who they are, become part of their lives, laugh with them, cry when things go bad, and be there as a friend. Just because you are showing love does not mean you condone their lifestyle. There will be opportunities for you to express how you disagree with their lifestyle in a loving and supportive way when the situation presents itself.

I applaud churches who have homosexual ministries, who welcome homosexual's with open arms. I admire the people who welcome these human beings into their lives and show them Christ one step at a time through their love that overflows into these people's lives.

Love, I think this is the answer - simple to write, hard to live out.