You know, I've never found myself to be much of a Patriot. I knew the importance of our Country, of the necessary armed forces, but I didn't have enough faith or for some reason just couldn't grasp my place within all of that. I love my country, but how much? Would I die to save it? I've never been needed or asked to fight. The US was important to me, but it wasn't real. I probably started out naive and innocent then made the decision to be ignorant. The world was too ugly. I wanted my Disney happily ever after. I'm starting to realize that it isn't about the big romanticized idea of our "country" or the land we live on. This is the United States of America- its about our people- its about our family- the family of the United States of America. Yes, parts of it suck. There are problems everywhere and about everything, but this is a special place. I have freedoms here that others can only dream of. It's not a perfect system- we're not perfect people- but it is our system. If it doesn't work, lets fix it. And if others threaten it, we must stand our ground and, when necessary, fight back.
Side note: I love the arts. There are films and theatrical pieces that introduce me to and help me understand these principles when I would have little to no exposure on my own. What amazing gifts.
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
BABIES
Yesterday my friend needed a babysitter... I needed a baby. Problem solved. I watched Jack Jack from 12 to 3- took him to class with me even! It was a glorious occasion, and one I hope to repeat!
Also, we're learning about Maps with our 2nd graders so we're going to become Pirates today and follow maps for buried treasure! I LOVE THAT CLASS!
Also... the Bishop gave me donuts for my birthday. Heck to the yes.
There are small blessings everywhere that can cheer you up if you look for them and recognize them. I hadn't found a place to live yet because I had an opportunity fall apart was a little distracted by the play I was producing. I decided I'd figure it out eventually. But yesterday I had a mini heart-to-heart with a wonderful friend and she asked if I'd like to move into the basement with her. We'd have our own place, just the two of us and it sounds GLORIOUS! The Lord looks out for His children. :)
Also, we're learning about Maps with our 2nd graders so we're going to become Pirates today and follow maps for buried treasure! I LOVE THAT CLASS!
Also... the Bishop gave me donuts for my birthday. Heck to the yes.
There are small blessings everywhere that can cheer you up if you look for them and recognize them. I hadn't found a place to live yet because I had an opportunity fall apart was a little distracted by the play I was producing. I decided I'd figure it out eventually. But yesterday I had a mini heart-to-heart with a wonderful friend and she asked if I'd like to move into the basement with her. We'd have our own place, just the two of us and it sounds GLORIOUS! The Lord looks out for His children. :)
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Lets Try This Again
I haven't posted on this blog in almost a year. Its time. I've been struggling with seeing the good so it's time to bring this out again. Most recent awesome things:
I PUT ON A FREAKING AMAZING PLAY AT BYU!
Everyone loved it. I'm famous. Seriously, a random guy who also studies theatre started up a conversation with my roommate at her work and she asked if he knew me. He said, "Lauren Wilkins? The one who directed Wait Until Dark?" To which she responded, "Yeah, she's my roommate! Do you know her?" ... "Nope... but she put on an amazing show!!!" Check celebrity off my bucket list.
AND I GOT FULTON FUNDS TO PAY THE LICENCING FEES!
They are paying me back $105 to help pay for my show! What a blessing!
AND I GOT NOMINATED TO RECIEVE THE THEATRE AND MEDIA ARTS OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARD!
I've been really struggling with my worth as a student and haven't felt like I could succeed. I felt like an awful student with no future... then I was nominated for an award/scholarship for my college. WOW. What a blessing!
I can do it! I can do hard things! Heavenly Father loves me! With his help I can do it! Also, its my birthday in a few days and I have the day off from work! My boys, my 3 guy friends are taking me... wait for it... TO SEE THE PREMIER OF CINDERELLA! Yep. They're that awesome.
Be cheerful. Its so much better than being sad. ;)
I PUT ON A FREAKING AMAZING PLAY AT BYU!
Everyone loved it. I'm famous. Seriously, a random guy who also studies theatre started up a conversation with my roommate at her work and she asked if he knew me. He said, "Lauren Wilkins? The one who directed Wait Until Dark?" To which she responded, "Yeah, she's my roommate! Do you know her?" ... "Nope... but she put on an amazing show!!!" Check celebrity off my bucket list.
AND I GOT FULTON FUNDS TO PAY THE LICENCING FEES!
They are paying me back $105 to help pay for my show! What a blessing!
AND I GOT NOMINATED TO RECIEVE THE THEATRE AND MEDIA ARTS OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARD!
I've been really struggling with my worth as a student and haven't felt like I could succeed. I felt like an awful student with no future... then I was nominated for an award/scholarship for my college. WOW. What a blessing!
I can do it! I can do hard things! Heavenly Father loves me! With his help I can do it! Also, its my birthday in a few days and I have the day off from work! My boys, my 3 guy friends are taking me... wait for it... TO SEE THE PREMIER OF CINDERELLA! Yep. They're that awesome.
Be cheerful. Its so much better than being sad. ;)
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