Epistle to the World

Dear World,

I have come to an understanding that you're in need of some very serious rehabilitation. You have some problems that are created exclusively by others, and I understand you can't take care of them by yourself. It seems overall you have depression, addictive qualities, physical ailments, financial problems, and constant power struggles. I have come to realize that your situation is one of immediate need, and that a cure must be found.

While your situation is most troubling, and I can understand your worry of getting through these issues, I can assure you, there is hope.

A generation of youth is rising to the occasion. We as human beings are understanding the necessity of fighting for what we believe is right. This generation is composed of those who have faced hardships many do not understand. Personal values have been attacked, and we have faced these same problems that you, World, are dealing with right now. We understand how to combat them, and we will. We understand how to bring you back to greatness, and we will! There are people throughout every land who have displayed heroic qualities by doing the things that others will not; by standing up for what they believe.

This is the time. Call your army by your side, World. Call them to stand and to fight. Now is the time that we must be those valiant and great ones, the ones that will change the world. We know what we can do. We will stand up and proclaim that we are prepared to be the hero that is needed so desperately. Stand up and proclaim that you are ready!

Remember, dear World, I love you. We have hopes and dreams that can only be attained if you remain intact. We, as powerful sons and daughters of a divine being, are here for you. Call us when you need us, I know I'll be there.

Love always, Akira

Gratitude

So due to recent events, and stumbling upon the Blue Horses blog (click here) I feel like I really need to tell you how incredibly thankful I am for the blessings in my life.

There are times I love my job.

This past week has been one of those times. Thank heavens.

Granted, there have definitely been times that I get frustrated, but I just have to remember to keep chugging along. Then it gets better. 

I've been SO blessed in my life and I need to remember that.

I can look at cakes, do filing work, and listen to music all at the same time. 

It's a big blessing, especially when I'll need some extra time to do homework.

So ACAP is being good to me right now.

Vector isn't half bad either. It's a nice "come in when you have time or when I really need you" type of situation. Which I appreciate. And since I've found myself with more time after getting out of school the extra money isn't a bad deal at all. 

There are so very many things that I'm thankful for in my life. 

I'm thankful for the people that I know, the things that I have, my cute little apartment, the girls I live with, my family who loves me, good food to eat, the ability to read and write, warm clothes, green grass, pretty clouds, prayer, and the spirit. 

Overall, I really lucked out.

And We're Off!!

So the previous post was actually posted and written on Wednesday. I'm not posting twice in a day.

Anyway. I'm leaving for Boise today! My flight takes off in exactly two hours, and I am SO excited! 

There's going to be one heckuva party. 

Because I AM a party.

So I just thought I'd let you share in my joy. This is a big deal. I'll talk more about it later. :)

Au Revoir!

Two Months Later...

Hello! Good morning! 

I have a confession to make. 

I've been neglecting my blog.

But I suppose since there weren't any posts, that wasn't a very big secret.

It's been almost two months since I've written anything, and now I remember...

My blog isn't for you (although you're very welcome to accompany me on my journey), it's for me.

This is my story. Five lists of five things.

1. A few things you may not know about me:

1. I would prefer to wear a dress.

2. My favorite place is my someplace quiet, warm, and outside. I can think there.

3. I reeeeeally want to have a huge party.

    But a. I'm a poor college student, and b. I would have no place to have it. But when I do, you're all invited.

4. I recently discovered I LOVE poppies and peonies.

5. I think I want various shades and hues of purple at my wedding

     (disclaimer: I am NOT engaged, or even close! So no funny business, no rumors!)

2. Foods I don't like

1. Corn. (on the cob, creamed; gross! I do like cornbread though...)

2. Cherry-flavored anything. (I realized that as I was eating my yogurt this morning.)

3. Brussell Sprouts. (I just can't make them taste good. Trust me, I've tried.)

4. Hot dogs and Hamburgers. (I can't handle it. 1. what's in them, 2. it's so unethical!)

5. That's all I can think of for now.

3. Foods I do like

1. Everything else.

4. Things I'm blessed with

1. An awesome family!

2. Friends in politics.

3. A job I can blog during.

4. Her.

5. Learning new things, both at school and church.

5. Things I'm thankful for!

1. Rob got back from Houston last night. (longest five days of my life!) And he's bringing me lunch today.

2. I'm going to Boise this weekend. (on a jet plane!)

3. Adele, Lenka, Mika, Ingrid, and Kate. :) (such good music!)

4. It's almost summertime!! (I'm so ready for swimsuits, sundresses, hikes, and bonfires!)

5. My roommates cleaned  the kitchen. (It's a BIG deal!)

6. Little vacations

7. Beautiful shoes

8. Blue skies and sundresses

9. Homemade food.

10. Lacey and Mack (heaven knows they've been a huge blessing recently!)

A lot has happened since I posted last: I finished my first year of college (overall 3.95 GPA), got another part-time job, moved apartments (it's beautiful!), got roommates, and fell in love (again). It's been a crazy roller coaster, but the best experiences of my life. I'm so excited for what's next!

 

Oh.

Something else I should mention, I'm thankful for YOU!!

Laughs and Grumbles

I've been neglecting my blog.


But I've been doing lots of other stuff.




Every cloud has a silver lining.
The glass is always half something.
There must be opposition in all things.


I went to the acupuncturist yesterday. I like her a lot. At first she seemed really grumpy. Now I realize she's like me; sarcastic, witty, and a little subdued while being outspoken. How funny.


It hurt a lot this time for some reason, but my back feels much better.
Also, Rob worked out some knots in my back, and I am eternally grateful.




Yesterday was a lot of fun, a huge group from our school showed up at a movie together. 
We saw Tangled and I can honestly say it's in my top 3 movies. And I don't even know what the other two are!
But I didn't get any homework done. Which is usually how my weekend goes. 

Which is BAD.


but I did a lot yesterday during work. That's a good thing.




Victoria's coming this week!!!!
It'll keep me really busy, and that means I have to clean my room.
But Victoria's coming to visit!!




So it doesn't matter what happens in my life. There will always be good, and always be bad things. 
Choose to find the good in life. It's easier that way. Promise.

Box Making and Lessons in Gravity

Good morning! Happy Monday!

Whooo... Anybody have a rough night? 

I wish I had an extra day every week, just to sleep.

It's funny (in an interesting, not a 'haha' sort of way) how busy we've become as a nation. We have to be to work early, leave late, bring work home, go out with friends, run a million errands, and still make time for ourselves. 

Personally, I think it's silly.

 

I'm just really grateful for what I have. (legs, mornings, eyes, hair, a job, school, bagels)

Now, funny story: (in a haha way, this time)

I woke up at 7:37. Usually I'm out the door by 7:41... Today was no different! 

I'm pretty boss when it comes to up and out in record time.  But I was still rushed. That might have something to do with...

Before work today, I was coming down Rob's stairs, after dropping off his keys I had from last night. (I figured he'd need them today. Go figure...) So I dropped them in his mailbox and turned, hurrying to catch the train that takes me to work. My bag was slung over my shoulder, my kitten heels supporting my weight, the cool morning air swirling all around. I whirled around, took a step down the stairs, and SWOOSH! next thing I know I'm sitting on the concrete with my legs in strange directions. I remember my arms flailing and rolling down the stairs in a very flamboyant way, doing all I could to keep my skirt down to avoid flashing the entire neighborhood. I'm not sure how successful that part was. My orange (breakfast) was rolling away, but I couldn't stop to regain my orange or my composure. The train was coming closer! I hopped up, realizing my shin would be quite a work of art--the magenta scrapes dancing across the green-blue-purple bruise--by the end of the day. 

Gosh it'll hurt to shave. 

So I ran to the train, practically dove through the doors, and then just stood there for the whole six-minute ride feeling hopelessly judged. There I was: this awkward teenager, her hair a mess, smears of mud and grass down her legs, and I'm sure, looking totally flustered. I got into work, said Good Morning in my usual sing-song voice, and then... my day began.

So that was quite possibly the highlight of my day.I really wish there was a video camera. it was fantastic.

I should probably blog more often--I feel like my posts are long.

But some little blessings:

• I did wake up at 7:37, instead of 7:45, or 8:11. Heavenly Father was watching over me.
• I might be moving to an ADORABLE little apartment that's really close to work. 
• I have a 97.5% in my Business Law class. (Some others, not quite that high, but I'm working on them)
• Victoria's coming for spring break really, really soon! Hooray!
• And March had been a monumental month so far. I'm on a journey of discovery, and I love it!

Learn from my example and keep your feet under you!

Today in History:

 March 3...

1791: Congress passed the first tax law

1875: The first indoor game of ice hockey was played

1887: Anne Sullivan began teaching Helen Keller. 

  (Anne brought Helen to a new understanding of life. Anne was quite literally her savior. The advancements that this duo made together have influenced people all over the world, and the pioneering of some of the techniques to communicate--although they're almost 125 years old--are still being used today!)

1931: The Star Spangled Banner was made our national Anthem

1945: Finland Declares war on Germany (WWII)

1991: Rodney G. King is brutally beaten by the L.A. Police after a high-speed chase.

2001: Akira Keller was Baptized. (it's a big deal.)

Any day in history is significant. We just need to find out how!