Dear America. We've missed you.
A land of opportunity. We've missed you.
A land of passion. We've missed you.
A land of tough backs and kind hearts. We've missed you.
A land of faith. We've missed you.
A land that truly loved and cared. We've missed you.
America, we've missed you.
Dear Obama. We pray for you.
A man that chooses choice over morals. We pray for you.
A man that promotes change, but slams a record-shattering stimulus package on us - expecting us to pick up the tab. We pray for you.
A man that we know nothing about. We pray for you.
Dear Obama. We pray for you.
Dear God. We praise you.
The world is searching. We praise you.
The world is yours. We praise you.
Everything could be taken and stripped away, but we still praise you.
Dear God. You're awesome.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Life. A story that matters.
I'm not going to beat around the bush. What are you doing with your life?
Seriously.
Many times I wonder to myself why it takes extreme shaking to get us to realize the simple things in life. God. Love. Relationships. Purpose.
It's been said that we don't know what we have until we lose it.
Hold on. He's on to something.
But why live that way? If you wish to live a life of regrets, don't change. Ouch.
Now, why out-of-a-sudden would I begin to speak of things like these?
God.
He's been tuggin' on this heart. And I'm not his only fish.
What are you doing with your life?
Still thinking? Stop. Just go do it.
Seriously.
Many times I wonder to myself why it takes extreme shaking to get us to realize the simple things in life. God. Love. Relationships. Purpose.
It's been said that we don't know what we have until we lose it.
Hold on. He's on to something.
But why live that way? If you wish to live a life of regrets, don't change. Ouch.
Now, why out-of-a-sudden would I begin to speak of things like these?
God.
He's been tuggin' on this heart. And I'm not his only fish.
What are you doing with your life?
Still thinking? Stop. Just go do it.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
A synopsis of my time in Mexico
We survived. And planted many seeds.
When you go to another country or a completely different area, it always changes you a little bit. Perspective changes.
I was humbled by the generosity, humility, and sense of passion that the people had that we visited. They would go out of their way to make sure we had everything we (us materialistic Americans) needed. And they weren't getting paid for it. And they didn't have to.
And many times our 'friends' here will turn the other way when a small hiccup occurs. I think we've lost the concept of community.
Anyways, off my soapbox...
We had an increddible time - filled with sweating, adventuring, singing, dancing, eating (OMG...), taking pics, laughing, traveling, and everything in between. And no violence.
A couple days before we landed, there had been some horrific shooting(s) within a mile of where we were staying. And if you knew anything about what kind of violence and discord that has been occuring the the nation of Mexico - that was some unsettling news for us. But nothing happened while we were there - an answer to prayer!
While were were down there, we built walls and put a roof on the church's children area/center. Many a bucket of cement were mixed.
We traveled and ate. Traveled and ate. We visited many families, saw some ruins (which were flippin' amazing...considering i used to like slobber over pics of these places), went to Taxco (a picturesque silver-mining town built on a mountain side...with the cheapest silver and THEE MOST AMAZING PIZZA EVER!!), and swam in some...well...interesting places. Oh and we went to the town's (not Taxco) fair and rode the mechanical bull. Enough said.
The week was amazing, and the traveling went with few minor glitches (not being able to drive back into Mexico City...), being layed over in various places, and then hearing about the horrific plane crash right after having a shaky landing ourselves. And then seeing it snow on the way home from the airport.
It's too cold here. Amen.
When you go to another country or a completely different area, it always changes you a little bit. Perspective changes.
I was humbled by the generosity, humility, and sense of passion that the people had that we visited. They would go out of their way to make sure we had everything we (us materialistic Americans) needed. And they weren't getting paid for it. And they didn't have to.
And many times our 'friends' here will turn the other way when a small hiccup occurs. I think we've lost the concept of community.
Anyways, off my soapbox...
We had an increddible time - filled with sweating, adventuring, singing, dancing, eating (OMG...), taking pics, laughing, traveling, and everything in between. And no violence.
A couple days before we landed, there had been some horrific shooting(s) within a mile of where we were staying. And if you knew anything about what kind of violence and discord that has been occuring the the nation of Mexico - that was some unsettling news for us. But nothing happened while we were there - an answer to prayer!
While were were down there, we built walls and put a roof on the church's children area/center. Many a bucket of cement were mixed.
We traveled and ate. Traveled and ate. We visited many families, saw some ruins (which were flippin' amazing...considering i used to like slobber over pics of these places), went to Taxco (a picturesque silver-mining town built on a mountain side...with the cheapest silver and THEE MOST AMAZING PIZZA EVER!!), and swam in some...well...interesting places. Oh and we went to the town's (not Taxco) fair and rode the mechanical bull. Enough said.
The week was amazing, and the traveling went with few minor glitches (not being able to drive back into Mexico City...), being layed over in various places, and then hearing about the horrific plane crash right after having a shaky landing ourselves. And then seeing it snow on the way home from the airport.
It's too cold here. Amen.
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Love. Is. More.
I am writing this with a heavy heart. Things and perspectives have been changing within me here of late. This entry may seem muddy and unorganized, but to tell you the truth things that emit from your heart aren't always polished and ready for the store shelf.
It's time to get real people. Love is not infatuation. Infatuation is not love. Love is a decision. Love is unrelenting. Love is patient. Love is kind. Love knows no boundaries. It sees through everything. It does not lie. It is truth in its purest form and not always comfortable. Love is about overcoming and persevering. Love is selfless. That's what love is. I'm not even sure Webster nailed it. In case you haven't noticed English, in all it's complexity and such, has not been able to nail down exactly what love is.
When you are broken, you find out exactly what kind of person you are - at least through my experience. Though it's hard, humbling yourself (or being humbled) is...oh how can I say this...the best thing for you. It's like going through a detox or cleaning yourself out.
Before I close this snippet, I would really encourage all of you to watch the Passion Talk Series (Google it) and read either Velvet Elvis or The Shack. Please for your own good. Please I beg you, think beyond yourself and your own problems. Please. Please. Please.
It's time to get real people. Love is not infatuation. Infatuation is not love. Love is a decision. Love is unrelenting. Love is patient. Love is kind. Love knows no boundaries. It sees through everything. It does not lie. It is truth in its purest form and not always comfortable. Love is about overcoming and persevering. Love is selfless. That's what love is. I'm not even sure Webster nailed it. In case you haven't noticed English, in all it's complexity and such, has not been able to nail down exactly what love is.
When you are broken, you find out exactly what kind of person you are - at least through my experience. Though it's hard, humbling yourself (or being humbled) is...oh how can I say this...the best thing for you. It's like going through a detox or cleaning yourself out.
Before I close this snippet, I would really encourage all of you to watch the Passion Talk Series (Google it) and read either Velvet Elvis or The Shack. Please for your own good. Please I beg you, think beyond yourself and your own problems. Please. Please. Please.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Life. And What I Know About It.
Ok, i'm going to keep this short.
This past year has been, well, interesting. I've been tested, fed to the pigs, and torn from everything that I thought was my firm foundation. And yet, I've come out stronger on the other end [but not without God, family, friends - the basics].
So, this breaking and tearing and stretching [yes, I'm aware that this is a run-on] and pulling and such...has brought me to this current thought:
What's really important? And how do I live it out? All of it?
This may be an easy thing to do. Or I could just burst out laughing right now, totally blow my cover, and say that I totally 'got you good' on that last line. Ha. But in reality though, I'm sure that most of you are in the same boat [or maybe an attached lifeboat] that I'm currently sailing in.
It's freakin' tough. There I said it.
Yes, doing the right thing and keeping the important thing, the important thing may not be a walk in the park.
Sure, you're going to get laughed at [and even mocked].
But it builds character. Character is everything. [unlike what the society deems as correct now]
Well anywho...enough babbling [it's election season - we get enough of it already]
Tata for now good reader,
Daryl G.
This past year has been, well, interesting. I've been tested, fed to the pigs, and torn from everything that I thought was my firm foundation. And yet, I've come out stronger on the other end [but not without God, family, friends - the basics].
So, this breaking and tearing and stretching [yes, I'm aware that this is a run-on] and pulling and such...has brought me to this current thought:
What's really important? And how do I live it out? All of it?
This may be an easy thing to do. Or I could just burst out laughing right now, totally blow my cover, and say that I totally 'got you good' on that last line. Ha. But in reality though, I'm sure that most of you are in the same boat [or maybe an attached lifeboat] that I'm currently sailing in.
It's freakin' tough. There I said it.
Yes, doing the right thing and keeping the important thing, the important thing may not be a walk in the park.
Sure, you're going to get laughed at [and even mocked].
But it builds character. Character is everything. [unlike what the society deems as correct now]
Well anywho...enough babbling [it's election season - we get enough of it already]
Tata for now good reader,
Daryl G.
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Life after College
Contrary to popular belief, there is life after college [or the 'Den of Lions' as us AI students might call it from time to time]. Being a recent college graduate [very recent - literally a few hours ago], I feel overwhelmed at the thought of venturing on alone. More so I lay awake at night worried at what the future may hold. Now, all of that said, this new opportunity that lay [or is it lie?] before me is one that is quite mind-blowing. What lies before me is of my choice. There I said it. Now I cannot [and will not] shy away from the truth.
So, what lies ahead? I can't answer that yet, but it may/might involve lots of character-building, work ethic enhancement, and/or the occasional burnt waffle.
So, what are my goals? HA! Ye shall find out when the time is right and the seeds have been sown. That is unless you are that one bickering amish-man [don't get me wrong, I love the taste and aroma of their work ethic and/or home-cooked meal...ok, that went overboard] that will not leave me along unless I throw him a whoppie pie [if you do not know what a 'whoppie pie' is, seek ye Google and ye shall findeth...at least something close].
Ok, I best be going. I have a lot of ground to cover yet with my job search, but the harvest soon shall come in full swing. [side note: if you, your company, a company that you know of or work at has an opening for a Jr. Web Designer or something closely resembling that title, please contact me. Don't be shy, I usually don't bite [hard].
Have a safe trip, or whatever.
- Daryl G.
So, what lies ahead? I can't answer that yet, but it may/might involve lots of character-building, work ethic enhancement, and/or the occasional burnt waffle.
So, what are my goals? HA! Ye shall find out when the time is right and the seeds have been sown. That is unless you are that one bickering amish-man [don't get me wrong, I love the taste and aroma of their work ethic and/or home-cooked meal...ok, that went overboard] that will not leave me along unless I throw him a whoppie pie [if you do not know what a 'whoppie pie' is, seek ye Google and ye shall findeth...at least something close].
Ok, I best be going. I have a lot of ground to cover yet with my job search, but the harvest soon shall come in full swing. [side note: if you, your company, a company that you know of or work at has an opening for a Jr. Web Designer or something closely resembling that title, please contact me. Don't be shy, I usually don't bite [hard].
Have a safe trip, or whatever.
- Daryl G.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Life.
Dearest readers, [that's assuming you exist]
Life has been, well...interesting. School. Finances. Social Life. Career. Hobbies. Yay!
Crunch time. School is coming to a close [yes, that means i'm graduating]. Money has never been tighter. My Career is just starting to come unto the horizon. Social life, well...that's better left unsaid, haha! I believe God is trying to show me something. He continues to take things from me, but as I am reminded by what he states in the Word: [paraphrased] "God will never make you go through more junk than you can handle." So, that's pretty much my only hope right now...I mean, He's never going to give me something that I can't take!
Anyways, so long...I best be going to my classes now. Be Well. Be Strong. Be Faithful.
Life has been, well...interesting. School. Finances. Social Life. Career. Hobbies. Yay!
Crunch time. School is coming to a close [yes, that means i'm graduating]. Money has never been tighter. My Career is just starting to come unto the horizon. Social life, well...that's better left unsaid, haha! I believe God is trying to show me something. He continues to take things from me, but as I am reminded by what he states in the Word: [paraphrased] "God will never make you go through more junk than you can handle." So, that's pretty much my only hope right now...I mean, He's never going to give me something that I can't take!
Anyways, so long...I best be going to my classes now. Be Well. Be Strong. Be Faithful.
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