So here I am, drinking tea. It doesn't have any caffeine in it because I don't want to be up late tonight, so I added a heaping spoonful of honey to bring up the sweet factor. I am also extremely sore right now. I ran again on the beach today with three friends from my barracks, and it is still very difficult. Granted, we went further than last time, and I think we ran harder, but I am not accustomed to running partially sideways and on a soft surface.We officially began classes today as well. I was able to meet my MLI (Military Language Instructor) and become accustomed with the thirty pounds of books, audio cd's, and computer software that is going to be my life for the next 63 weeks. I did get the bonus of receiving a free MP3 player, courtesy of our tax dollars. They said they might give us an iPod (strictly for studying).
Oh, and just so you all know, I am in the process of searching for a cell phone. That's right, a cell phone. There I said it. It's out there for all to see.
I have been keeping up with all of my New Year's Resolutions. My least favorite and most difficult to do is the Starbucks limit. Not only do we have around seven Starbucks on this peninsula, but I just heard yesterday that they will be opening not one, but TWO Starbucks on base! Being able to see it everyday will make it more difficult, however I will remain steadfast!
My favorite resolution to keep has been reading through the Bible in a year. It has been just about a year since I've read through Genesis and I forgot how much I enjoyed it. The other day I read through an interesting passage. In chapter 12 verse 7, Abraham is building an altar to the Lord to commemorate His visit. Whenever I read passages like this I always thought that the people who built them worshiped God just that one time. However, chapter 13 verse 4 says, "[Bethel] was the place where Abram had built the altar, and there he again worshiped the LORD."
I often have been caught in the trap of praising God for things that happen to me right here right now and then, a few weeks later, forgetting about them never again worshiping God for His great works. This next year, especially since I've been back at my old stomping grounds, I will pray for God to remind me of the great things He brought me through here so that I may write them down and praise Him all over again.
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Cell phone - we finally convinced you huh :) *sniff* *sniff* I'm so proud.
Interesting you brought up praising God in the future, not just in the present - that same thought was placed in my head last night during N.C.
Way to go keeping up on your resolutions! It's tough I know, but it's so worth it!
Get some Starbucks ... You should try the new Cinnamon Dolce Latte ... Awesome! Oh wait, that dang resolution!! Oh well, your loss because I'm going to get one!
I think you should take Hinkel out for that comment! (Just remember to leave me be with my comments...)
A cell phone!!! WHAT! So excited! That's awesome! Thanks for the postcard! Love ya!
Hey Jon, I'm at Laura's so I was able to figure out how to check your blog, only because jeanna had it pulled up already.... I wish that I had access to the internet at home so that I could get into the whole blog world... Anyways, I just thought that I would tell you that I emailed you last week just incase you don't check your email as much as your blog.... so yah... if you haven't, when you get time, check your email....
Later Bro., you're in my thoughts and prayers... Miss ya!!!
Becky
Ps So if you do get a cell, you should get Cingular... lol, I have Cingular so mobile to mobile would be free... ;) 1-502-303-2437
Jon it was great to hear from u in the postcard I was so excited! It was funny becuase we actually were talking about your school in my international business admin class...Fed ex sends their people to learn there! Ne ways great thoughts on praise....its funny how easy it is to be thankful and remeber your blessings. Ps. The cinnamon dolce frapp is really good i had it the other day! You could just try it when you are allowed to drink starbucks! Have a good one...Miss ya!
Ah, I have now embarked on your on-line thoughts. It was great seeing you at Kelly's wedding. Perhaps we shall see one another in the near future. Until then, enjoy reading my ramblings as I shall enjoy reading yours my friend.
Hey Johny Five! Just wanted you to know I enlisted on the 25th in the Air Force Reserve as a Crew Chief for the KC-135. I will be stationed at Grissom at the end of my training for drill. Thanks for all the encouragement and congrats on the cell phone. Guys rule on Laborday....forever!
Guys so do not rule on Labor Day forever! Karen, aka Mom, says hi and she misses you.
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