Hey Y'all!
I just wanted to leave you with a few thoughts for the summer...
This year has been absolutely fantastic! Never before have I been truly sad to see summer come! I think last year I was totally relieved to have high school done, but still really nervous and scared for what was to come (all of the unknowns of college!) I have great memories from senior year, but I was still ready for something new.............................
................Let me tell you, I have definitely found what I was looking for at Luther!
Seriously, I have two new best friends. I truly already know that we are perfect for each other- people think that we are sisters because we all look alike! Plus, we get along really well, all bringing a little different personality to the group. I love my best friends from high school- I really never thought that I could have that feeling about other people, but it totally happened!
Seniors, I hope you took advantage of your last spring in high school (and your last time on top!- For some reason, seniors in college aren't excited to be there because it means that they have to go into the real world after that.) High school was such a special time, preparing you with those life long friends that will always be there for you, like mine, even when your hundreds of miles away. One is in Texas, one is in Oklahoma, and I'm in Iowa- but we are always excited to see each other on breaks! Don't dismay- you will see high school people again! Now is the time to look forward to all of the new friendships and relationships that you are going to make!
I'm sure that I have rambled in this blog a lot. It is just so hard to believe that my first year is already over though! It took me such a long time to adjust to the idea that I was actually in college, that it was all actually happening! And now suddenly, I'm spending my last night in the dorm, and my title has officially become "sophomore"- when did this happen??? :)
Ladies and Gents, if anyone has questions about college- packing, how to call the future roomie without awkwardness, how to let go of the parents, how to teach your parents to let go (believe this is necessary!), or any details about life at Luther (or college in general)- please feel free to email me at loofan01@luther.edu. I would love to chat with any of you!
Thank you all for going with me on this amazing new chapter of my life! I know without a doubt that God put me at Luther for a reason; He found the perfect home away from home for me, and I can not wait to return in the fall!
Have a great summer everyone!
Good luck packing for college!!!
~Anna
(And one last time!) "Rejoice in the Lord! I will say it again; Rejoice!" ~Philippians 4:4
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Friday, May 15, 2009
Hey ya'll!
I have a lot of things from the week that I'd like to share with you...
On Monday during chapel, we had a guest speaker, Sister Mary McCauley, who came to speak about the one-year anniversary of the Postville Raid which took place on Monday May 12, 2008 in Postville, Iowa. She recounted the events of that fatal day when 389 undocumented immigrant workers were rounded up by 900 heavily armed operatives. Many are now on house arrest, unable to work or provide for their families. For 12 months, these people have been living off of donations from others- women even have tracking devices around their ankles! Some have even been sent back to Mexico, 55 adults and close to 100 children, most of whom have never even been there before.
I was in shock- I had never heard about this tragedy in so much detail before. The speaker's words moved me, and the rest of the audience, to silent tears. It was very difficult to hear, but I know that it is important to know the truth of that day. Please keep all of those effected by the raid in your prayers, and as the speaker said, pray for our congressmen to find a solution to the problems surrounding illegal immigration.
On Tuesday, I was locked in my room, writing a ten page research paper for religion. Ugh. Thankfully, it's done. (It had to be since it was due on Wednesday!!!) I've had three papers to do this week- 2 down, 1 to go! It's nice to know that you're on your last assignment for the year....that is, before starting to study for finals....not that, I haven't started studying mom :) No, I actually did start studying this morning. Teachers told me all throughout high school to not cram last minute, to study in increments. I can't believe I didn't try it until college!!
To all the graduating seniors, enjoy this last week or two! College is a whole new world, and school will never feel the same again!
~Anna
"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.,
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me." ~Psalm 23: 1, 4
I have a lot of things from the week that I'd like to share with you...
On Monday during chapel, we had a guest speaker, Sister Mary McCauley, who came to speak about the one-year anniversary of the Postville Raid which took place on Monday May 12, 2008 in Postville, Iowa. She recounted the events of that fatal day when 389 undocumented immigrant workers were rounded up by 900 heavily armed operatives. Many are now on house arrest, unable to work or provide for their families. For 12 months, these people have been living off of donations from others- women even have tracking devices around their ankles! Some have even been sent back to Mexico, 55 adults and close to 100 children, most of whom have never even been there before.
I was in shock- I had never heard about this tragedy in so much detail before. The speaker's words moved me, and the rest of the audience, to silent tears. It was very difficult to hear, but I know that it is important to know the truth of that day. Please keep all of those effected by the raid in your prayers, and as the speaker said, pray for our congressmen to find a solution to the problems surrounding illegal immigration.
On Tuesday, I was locked in my room, writing a ten page research paper for religion. Ugh. Thankfully, it's done. (It had to be since it was due on Wednesday!!!) I've had three papers to do this week- 2 down, 1 to go! It's nice to know that you're on your last assignment for the year....that is, before starting to study for finals....not that, I haven't started studying mom :) No, I actually did start studying this morning. Teachers told me all throughout high school to not cram last minute, to study in increments. I can't believe I didn't try it until college!!
To all the graduating seniors, enjoy this last week or two! College is a whole new world, and school will never feel the same again!
~Anna
"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.,
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff they comfort me." ~Psalm 23: 1, 4
Monday, May 4, 2009
On the Count Down...
Hey y'all!
I'm sure all of the seniors out there are feeling serious senioritis by now- hang in there! Try to enjoy your final days of high school!
This past weekend was super fun for me! Friday evening was the Aurora spring concert. Not only did it go great, I also got to enjoy it with 10 members of my family! I'm pretty sure my fan base took up a whole row of seats! I felt way cool with everyone crowded around me after the concert! I have really enjoyed singing in the choir this year. I had tried out on a whim, and in a blink of an eye, the year is almost over already! On Wednesday I'll be auditioning, trying to get in to either Cathedral or Cantorei...Wish me luck!
Later Friday night, I headed down to the indoor at Regents for Luther College's Relay For Life night. I had a great time walking and hanging out with my team....and my mom! (Nothing new there!) We had a lot of fun together! The next day she took me out to breakfast, and then we went to the baseball game- which the Norse won!! Whoop whoop!
I hope everyone is enjoying the weather as much as I am! It is making it impossible for me to get anything accomplished! But with two weeks left, that's ok with me! :)
Bye for now y'all!
~Anna
"Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples." ~Psalm 96:1-3
I'm sure all of the seniors out there are feeling serious senioritis by now- hang in there! Try to enjoy your final days of high school!
This past weekend was super fun for me! Friday evening was the Aurora spring concert. Not only did it go great, I also got to enjoy it with 10 members of my family! I'm pretty sure my fan base took up a whole row of seats! I felt way cool with everyone crowded around me after the concert! I have really enjoyed singing in the choir this year. I had tried out on a whim, and in a blink of an eye, the year is almost over already! On Wednesday I'll be auditioning, trying to get in to either Cathedral or Cantorei...Wish me luck!
Later Friday night, I headed down to the indoor at Regents for Luther College's Relay For Life night. I had a great time walking and hanging out with my team....and my mom! (Nothing new there!) We had a lot of fun together! The next day she took me out to breakfast, and then we went to the baseball game- which the Norse won!! Whoop whoop!
I hope everyone is enjoying the weather as much as I am! It is making it impossible for me to get anything accomplished! But with two weeks left, that's ok with me! :)
Bye for now y'all!
~Anna
"Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples." ~Psalm 96:1-3
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