So much has been happening this semester I never have time to write on my blog. But I would prefer it to be like that anyway. Today I wondered how my own perspective looks. Do I ever consider what I first think through different angles and lenses other than my own? Even when it comes to God I believe that we all have our own preferences and ways of thinking. So how do I see beyond that? How do I become my open minded? I guess through learning and experiences. Listening to people and being a life long learner. It is through this that life becomes more enriching and purposeful.
I question myself at the things I do. Am I doing this the right way? Will this only satisfy my instant gratification or will this be more beneficial for the future? A question that runs across every girls mind deals with relationships. Yes there is that longing to be wanted and loved- but right now I don't want that. I fear commitment- because I don't have the time it takes right now to put into it. And then there is always the hurt and pain- and that sucks! Yes, I have gone through that and I was much more amazed at what I learned and how much I benefited from it rather than bitterness and regret. But what girl wants to get her heart hurt? None I think. So...now I think about the way that I will go into my next one. It's not the question of when- but how. Basically it's like this- the next man who enters my life will have to be patience because it's gonna take a while. Time will tell. I don't want to be easy to get... and I feel like my last relationship was just that. If you want me... you will wait. So..... I am trying to live life not on when but on how? What are the actions that I take. Because actions speak louder than words. I don't want to live life blindly. This is becoming a way confusing blog... too much for me to just write. I need to have a conversation- so call me if you want- and we'll talk. Have a wonderful night! -Liisa Noel
March 12, 2006
February 22, 2006
I am going to Uganda, Africa!
So last Friday on my way to the Jars of Clay Concert I got a phone call that I was expecting. With my friends giving me directions on where I was to go- I listened and I heard that I was accepted to attend Uganda Christian University in East Africa. I will be attending next Fall semester from late August to early December. I never thought that something amazing like this would come my way... but it has. I went after it and got it! Mind you, I had a crazy week just waiting for what the answer would be. The week before I had an interview with the committee who determines who goes to represent Warner Pacific College. Nine people applied for the Study Abroad Program and four were chosen. I was one of those four. My other friends who were chosen are going to Australia, China, and the Middle East!
Like I said, that evening I was headed to the Jars of Clay concert. Well Jars has a ministry called Blood Water Mission in Africa. For $1.00 US this gives an African water for an entire year. Their mission was stated all night- they talked about Africa! It was really exciting for me to hear this and know that the country of Uganda was benefitting from an organization.
When I got back... it was a different story. As I walked through my parking lot in which I live I felt alone. I knew that I would be leaving this place that has been my home for the past 2 1/2 years and that I would be leaving my friends and family back in Idaho. It hit me hard and I started to cry. In finding no one to talk to I finally called my friend Lynnette and went to her apartment and balled my eyes out from all the emotion that had built up from the past week. I spent the night there and had waffles in the morning. So....I am doing a lot better now and am starting to prepare myself for next year! I wish you all my love- have a great day!
January 19, 2006
Much to come....
These past two weeks have been so busy for my mind. Yes, I am in my Junior year but that means that I only have a year left! Scary for me to think about... but its reality. So I have been really thinking about doing study abroad next semester. I am thinking about Uganda, Africa. You may ask why? Well, I want to experience something outside of the American culture. I would like to look beyond what I already know and experience something that I only have this time in my life to do. Plus I really don't want to regret every going and everyone that I have talked to has encouraged me to go. So that is an intrest and we shall see how it develops this semester.
Another thing is my internship. I finally got a hold of the lady who was in charge and I now have an appointment next Tuesday at 3pm. But check this out... Liisa's car isn't working and I need it to get to my internship. So that is a prayer request!!! For my internship the lady asked if I would be available for being there any longer than a semester. I am thinking that it would be possible because I could get college credit for my major and I am also thinking of doing my Hum 410 (a 20 page paper that all seniors must accomplish before graduating) over the summer so it won't be a heavy load on me during the regular school year. So many plans, my mind can't decide. But my mom told me to take one thing at a time. So... I will try. But I just don't want to get caught behind.
I just feel like this next year holds so much for me, it is just up to me to go do it. And I really want to- I want to be stretched and put in uncomfortable situations were I will grow. I want the Lord to use me through what I have learned here at Warner and apply it in my everyday life. My heart's desire is to live a life that serves Christ and by that I mean serving others. So many people surround us everyday... do you know there story? Cause there impact on the world could affect you as well! Have a blessed day my friends, I love you all!- Liisa Noel
Another thing is my internship. I finally got a hold of the lady who was in charge and I now have an appointment next Tuesday at 3pm. But check this out... Liisa's car isn't working and I need it to get to my internship. So that is a prayer request!!! For my internship the lady asked if I would be available for being there any longer than a semester. I am thinking that it would be possible because I could get college credit for my major and I am also thinking of doing my Hum 410 (a 20 page paper that all seniors must accomplish before graduating) over the summer so it won't be a heavy load on me during the regular school year. So many plans, my mind can't decide. But my mom told me to take one thing at a time. So... I will try. But I just don't want to get caught behind.
I just feel like this next year holds so much for me, it is just up to me to go do it. And I really want to- I want to be stretched and put in uncomfortable situations were I will grow. I want the Lord to use me through what I have learned here at Warner and apply it in my everyday life. My heart's desire is to live a life that serves Christ and by that I mean serving others. So many people surround us everyday... do you know there story? Cause there impact on the world could affect you as well! Have a blessed day my friends, I love you all!- Liisa Noel
January 12, 2006
So...another semester, another year. I am looking forward to this one and what is has to hold. So much has happened within a year and I am so thankful for everything. This semester of class is full of my major classes. I am currently taking social problems and public policies, survey of social agencies, Geology with a Lab, Junior Internship, Prenatal through early childhood development, and child welfare. I have a load and a lot of reading to do... but I am soooo looking forward to it all. So that's it so far... but I wanted to write something.- Liisa
December 15, 2005
Tis the Season!
I am finished with finals- and as I sit here I feel like I should do something that has to do with school. But I don't... and now I get to gp home and rest! This semester was amazing and I am so thankful. Today I was so blessed. I had asked my neighbors if they were able to change the oil on my car if I bought the parts. Well today they asked for the keys to my car, and at first they said I could not go with them. I was a little confused and kept asking them questions. So they made terms for me that if I went with them I could not talk or make any sounds. Well, I had no idea what was in store. I was in for a surprise that's sure cause Scooter filled up my car with gas (mind you it was on "E") and Daniel paid for my oil change at Jiffy Lube. It was a humbling experience...and I am so thankful. This semester I have had more financial problems than I had expected but through it all the Lord has always provided, and in a surprising way He used my amazing neighbors to humble me and to shut me up and accept this gift. So... I pray that if you are reading this that you will go out of your way and surprise someone and bless their socks off- it might just even be spending time with someone. Tis the season!
November 29, 2005
Happy Burfday to Cowbell!!
I went home for Thanksgiving and that weekend was Kelli's 21st birthday! Happy Day to you Cowbell!! Oh hey guess what? Three more weeks left of the semester! I am excited cause classes are going great and check this out, I am a Social Work major with a religion minor and a human development minor- whohoo!
November 18, 2005
... Off With Her Head!
Today I do not feel my best. I have a runny nose and a cough but my head hurts from my stupid accident. My roommate and I were over at our neighbor's house and my friend threatened to shoot me in the leg with his air-soft gun. I was sitting on the floor and went to turn away and nailed my forehead on their entertainment's glass door that was open. I hit my forehead right on the corner. Yeah it hurt but it was so funny at the same time and we couldn't stop laughing. I was so embarressed and was crying and laughing at the same time. When I looked up and took my hands down from my face they told me there was blood. I looked down at my hands and blood was everywhere. It was a group effort to get me all cleaned up. So there I was in the bathroom sitting and trying hard not to laugh because when I laughed my forehead would wrinkle up and it hurt. I had to hold my forehead back with my fingers so I wouldn't wrinkle the skin, but it was so hard to do when everyone can't stop laughing. The funny thing is that I didn't even get hit with the air-soft gun. Looking back I would take the pain of getting shot rather than a buise and wearing a bandad on my forehead the next day. So with my nose stuffed up, my cough, and my swelled forehead... I really just want to cut off my head. :) Today i only work until 1pm, so Liisa is going to take it easy today and get homework done. There is so much that is due...but I have a good grasp on my projects, so I am looking forward to getting them all accomplished. I can't wait for Thanksgiving because my cousin and his wife are going to be up at our home. They are actually moving to Moscow, Idaho as we speak. My family will now have family within the area and so that will be an exciting change.
November 14, 2005
November 09, 2005
My life has been so busy lately... and I haven't updated my blog for a while so it is about time. This picture was the weekend of Julie Harris' funeral in October. It was a wonderful memorial service of a life that was lived with joy and love. She was a servant to all she came in contact with, I am so blessed to have her in my life. So here we are... the sisters! Holly, Wendy, Lynelle, and I- we have so many memories and so much love!
October 24, 2005
October 09, 2005
So my weekend was filled with football and fun!!! Everyone meet Mike, he's a friend from church who had the privilege to go with me to a WSU Football Game!!! We played against Stanford... we lost 21-24, close but not enough. I got one of the touchdowns on my camera in which you can hear the canon going off in the distance. And before we scored another touchdown, Mike totally called the play, he was like, "Liisa, you better get your camera out for this one cause their going to throw for a touchdown..." But it would have been too late to get my camera out, so I watched it and sure enough Mike was right (...when he said I'd put up A fight to be someone, a fight to be me- Switchfoot, just for you Cowbell!!!) and we scored. But I am too tired to write about anything else at the moment...goodnight!
