OK, this is the third thing I have read and noticed about end times. Is God trying to tell me (us) something here? Wow.

http://www.kmph.com/Global/story.asp?S=10275523

In fall of 1997 I pledged a sorority at CSU, Fresno called Alpha Delta Chi. I was a sophomore (but in my first year at State after having spent my freshman year at Milligan College in TN). I had chosen to come home from Milligan for my boyfriend at the time. He was my whole world, and (stupidly – and not his fault) I was content in having everything revolve around him. I was not looking to make new friends or create a new social environment in addition to him. However, I kept seeing signs advertising this “Christian sorority” around campus. For some reason (inexplicable to me at the time) God told me to find out more. In addition to that, a girl in my French class, Kelly, talked to me about the sorority and invited me to come to some rush events. To make a long story short I went to rush, decided to pledge, and a semester later became an active of Alpha Delta Chi. The Lord knew what He was doing, as the following late winter that boyfriend decided to move on. Had I not had my new friends, I would have been lost. (None of my high school friends went to State so I truly would have been alone without them.) They were a gift from the Lord. For many months after that break up my sisters became some of my best friends and a shoulder to lean on. Sure, it got political and rough at times, as all things do, but overall I wouldn’t trade ADX for anything.

Looking back, I cannot imagine my life without them, as the majority of my social circle now involves my sisters from ADX. What wonderful memories we share and adventures we have yet to take part of. The best part is that the majority of these girls LOVE the Lord and continue to spur me on towards a Godly life to this day...and vice versa. God knew what I would need for the rest of the life when He gave me the gift of sisterhood.

Last night I went to the 20th anniversary of the Theta chapter (that is our chapter) of ADX. It was very special to be a part of, as I was the president when we celebrated our 10th anniversary. It was so neat to see the girls who are current actives, and I love that the chapter has continued to be a broad mix of people with one common goal. I left the event so grateful to God for the girls of ADX. Happy 20th Anniversary – Theta!

Pics from Spring and Fall 1999 - our 10 year Anniversary:







Pics from last night - sorry about the dark one...

I want to live my life in a way that when people have been with me they will know I have been with Him.

It is only April, right?

Kingsburg, CA
Mostly Clear
H:93° L:59°
Tomorrow
Mostly Sunny
H:95

Tonight I am worrying that I love the world too much. Maybe I should be worrying about this more. I don't know how to change it, except for God to show me. What do you do to ensure you love your heavenly home more then your worldly one?

A little twist to an Easter tradition.:-)

http://video.yahoo.com/watch/4816051/12849087

As I am writing this I am sitting in the living room of our rented condo in San Diego. It is right on the water. About 15 steps from the sliding glass door we are in the waves. It is great! We arrived here last Saturday and we leave tomorrow. My mom, dad, brother, SIL, niece, and our dogs all came down for Easter Break. Highlights have been walks on the beach, Old Town, Ikea, a trip to our old house, Gaslamp Quarter, USS Midway, movies, priceless times with family, and more. We can also see Tijuana and walk there if we wanted too (we are THAT close). It has been a great week. As most vacations do, it went by too fast! Unfortunately I did not take one picture. Boo!

I haven’t been posting lately because I 1)Feel that I do not have anything interesting to write about and 2)Cannot post about some things that are going on (such as work cases that need to be private). My life is the same routine and while work keeps me on my toes the rest is fairly predictable.

I am joining a growth group at my church. I was so hoping I would be put in a group led and with other single women my age, but alas, that did not happen (the joy of living in a small town!). I am disappointed but I will just come into the group at a different angle – one of a Bible Study rather then of a small group. It is only a six week long group and I am already praying that I will be open to what God has for me there even if it isn’t what I wanted/needed. I am looking forward to being in an area where there are plenty of people in the same place that I am in the near future (on the same note, please pray God provides in this area.).

There are two major life-changing events happening in the next four or so months. Message me if you want to know more – I don’t want to put it on my blog just yet!

Super Nanny is on in the background right now. Ugh, this show definitely reinforces my belief in spanking!!

Easter is on Sunday. I wish I looked as forward to this holiday as I did Christmas. I know it is the world’s influence, and that obviously Easter is the most important day for Believers, but it still seems to sneak up on me without as much study and reverence as it should. I need to be consciously aware of this for the next couple of days. Does this happen to you too?

May will be here before we know it and it will be HOT! This summer is going to be awesome, so I am looking forward to it. Just can’t believe it is right around the corner. WOW!