Hooray!
I am uber-excited. For 75 dollars i now have two repaired xbox's after a power surge in Egmond almost 5 months ago! Thank you Chad James. jij bent mij nu held door(voor?) twee uur...den ariel is het nog een keer. BUDankt! Off to save the world from aliens and read some comics! yea for sunday papers.
31 July 2005
29 July 2005
Lappy 486
Early birthday for Alicia!!! I just got a new laptop. Yes, folks...unlimited msn messenger and flickr photo updates from now on! Happy Birthday to me!
28 July 2005
heard this today
sin is what we do when we're not satisfied with God" wow—I started
pondering where I find satisfaction. hope your week is going well,
also, a few of you were having trouble remembering my quote from last
night so here it is:
Complacency, contentedness, and comparisson are all excuses we use
for our relationship wth God. -adg
One last one for the day:
Good friends are like stars.........You don't always see them, but you know they are always there.
pondering where I find satisfaction. hope your week is going well,
also, a few of you were having trouble remembering my quote from last
night so here it is:
Complacency, contentedness, and comparisson are all excuses we use
for our relationship wth God. -adg
One last one for the day:
Good friends are like stars.........You don't always see them, but you know they are always there.
27 July 2005
Summary
"Every Missionary is Trying to Work Themselves Out of a Job."
i don't really consider myself a missionary. Just beacause of how people normally interpret the term. Yet, when it comes to Holland and this aspect...i think i accomplished this. As bitter-sweet as that is.
i don't really consider myself a missionary. Just beacause of how people normally interpret the term. Yet, when it comes to Holland and this aspect...i think i accomplished this. As bitter-sweet as that is.
Influence of Brian Regan
Ik geef geen geel doodlezachen, maar Ariel geeft alles.
try saying that! very few can...properly.
try saying that! very few can...properly.
26 July 2005
The Vibrations in the Floor...
This morning i woke up, actually for those of you who really know me it was more like rolling out of bed.
I walked into the barren living room with two cds in mind. The new TFK or Foo Fightersa disc 2. I've had that one on repeat in my truck for quite some time so i choose my beloved TFK. There is nothing like The Art of Breaking pounding through this muesum feel house. You know, the type of house where if you touch something wrong your parents say it will break. I haven't felt this way since i was 5. Well, needless to say i missed this sound system in Holland. I took a shower and could still hear the poetry through the beating water. I'm off to Hurricane Harbor to help out with the mid-schoolers today. Can't wait to come home for once!
I walked into the barren living room with two cds in mind. The new TFK or Foo Fightersa disc 2. I've had that one on repeat in my truck for quite some time so i choose my beloved TFK. There is nothing like The Art of Breaking pounding through this muesum feel house. You know, the type of house where if you touch something wrong your parents say it will break. I haven't felt this way since i was 5. Well, needless to say i missed this sound system in Holland. I took a shower and could still hear the poetry through the beating water. I'm off to Hurricane Harbor to help out with the mid-schoolers today. Can't wait to come home for once!
25 July 2005
We could be on to something here...
These are my favs..try your own. Here.
Your detective name is Moose Marcus
Your rock star name is Sour Patch Kids Tiger
Your punk rock band name is The Blij Slinky
also, last night was cool. i may be blending back in as i try to make the most of my time here. switching to camougo.
Your detective name is Moose Marcus
Your rock star name is Sour Patch Kids Tiger
Your punk rock band name is The Blij Slinky
also, last night was cool. i may be blending back in as i try to make the most of my time here. switching to camougo.
24 July 2005
Missing Home...
"Where is home
when places come
and people go
whenever...
It's where my friends are
and my heart
can't wait for home
forever..."
T.S.O. once wrote this and it kinda stuck. Today I am missing my home. I think of youth contact and what they are doing. I think of what I used to do Sundays six months ago before I left. I think of T.S.O. and what she is doing today. I know it's not good. I'm still in this 'America stinks' phase. In a few weeks I'll probably get over it and move on but right now this is where I am. In-between time stinks. Especially for one who loves to be involved (especially in background things). What do I do? I am just going to try and make the most of this time. It is here for a reason. Time is God's precious gift to us, how we use our time is our gift back to God. Here I go. Frisbee beckons.
when places come
and people go
whenever...
It's where my friends are
and my heart
can't wait for home
forever..."
T.S.O. once wrote this and it kinda stuck. Today I am missing my home. I think of youth contact and what they are doing. I think of what I used to do Sundays six months ago before I left. I think of T.S.O. and what she is doing today. I know it's not good. I'm still in this 'America stinks' phase. In a few weeks I'll probably get over it and move on but right now this is where I am. In-between time stinks. Especially for one who loves to be involved (especially in background things). What do I do? I am just going to try and make the most of this time. It is here for a reason. Time is God's precious gift to us, how we use our time is our gift back to God. Here I go. Frisbee beckons.
22 July 2005
Definitions of Names
Alexa - Means: Protector of Mankind
Alicia - Means: Of Noble Birth
Ariel - Means: Lion of God
Diana - Means: Divine
Laura - Means: Laurel-Crowned
James - Means: Supplanter
Jean - Means: God is Gracious
Marcel - Means: Young Warrior
Rachel - Means: Innocent Lamb
Guido - Means: Forest Guide
Ilse - Means: Consecrated to God
Justin - Means: Just or True
Kristy - Means: Christ-bearer
Erin - Means: Ireland
Jude - Means: One who is praised
Craig - Means: From the Crag
Amanda - Means: Worthy of Love
Katie - Means: Pure, Virginal
Daniel - Means: God is my Judge
Phil - Means: Lover of horses (odd that ariel is a lion)
Austin - Means: From the name AUGUSTIN
John - Means: God is Gracious, Merciful
MAria - Means: Bitter Sea
Kayla - Means: Wise Child
Bethany - Means: Life-town near Jerusalem
Phyllis - Means: Green Leaf
Brent - Means: from high on the hill
Lionel - Means: Lion Cub
Dustin - Means: Warrior
Michael - Means: Who is like God?
Heather - Means: A Flowering Plant
that's all i got for now. sorry if i left your name out. i got tired. Go to birthday alarm to try for yourself. I kinda like the 'of noble birth' thing. My father is on the throne (mijn Vader is op de troon for all you dutch-folk) in heaven(hemmel) you know. Doei! (that means good-bye!)
Alicia - Means: Of Noble Birth
Ariel - Means: Lion of God
Diana - Means: Divine
Laura - Means: Laurel-Crowned
James - Means: Supplanter
Jean - Means: God is Gracious
Marcel - Means: Young Warrior
Rachel - Means: Innocent Lamb
Guido - Means: Forest Guide
Ilse - Means: Consecrated to God
Justin - Means: Just or True
Kristy - Means: Christ-bearer
Erin - Means: Ireland
Jude - Means: One who is praised
Craig - Means: From the Crag
Amanda - Means: Worthy of Love
Katie - Means: Pure, Virginal
Daniel - Means: God is my Judge
Phil - Means: Lover of horses (odd that ariel is a lion)
Austin - Means: From the name AUGUSTIN
John - Means: God is Gracious, Merciful
MAria - Means: Bitter Sea
Kayla - Means: Wise Child
Bethany - Means: Life-town near Jerusalem
Phyllis - Means: Green Leaf
Brent - Means: from high on the hill
Lionel - Means: Lion Cub
Dustin - Means: Warrior
Michael - Means: Who is like God?
Heather - Means: A Flowering Plant
that's all i got for now. sorry if i left your name out. i got tired. Go to birthday alarm to try for yourself. I kinda like the 'of noble birth' thing. My father is on the throne (mijn Vader is op de troon for all you dutch-folk) in heaven(hemmel) you know. Doei! (that means good-bye!)
Some things i've realized...
I like buttons
Noodle can be a dangerous term
The Ninja Turtles can help out with a lot of life's philosophies
Being a daughter is pretty cool when you have two sets of paretns *wink*
I appriciate my bike here SO much more now
I miss speaking Dutch
Noodle can be a dangerous term
The Ninja Turtles can help out with a lot of life's philosophies
Being a daughter is pretty cool when you have two sets of paretns *wink*
I appriciate my bike here SO much more now
I miss speaking Dutch
21 July 2005
Catch This Phrase...
smoesjes=excuses
This is the phrase i wish to pass on at CBC. It seems to be going well so far. what do you think? of wat dink jij? of zo iets. p.s. Happy 21st my liefjes!
This is the phrase i wish to pass on at CBC. It seems to be going well so far. what do you think? of wat dink jij? of zo iets. p.s. Happy 21st my liefjes!
19 July 2005
Good-byes
Leaving can be a tricky thing...especially when duck tape is involved...
So i don't really feel as if i am leaving behindmy home here. The walls are bare and give off a slightly hollow echo from the filled laughter. The bags sit packed waiting for a few last minuate items. I don't feel like i'm really leaving behind this world i've adopted as my own for six months. i'm beginning to understand what my sister meant when she said it would feel this weird. I wonder how much i really have changed or whatever. only going home and hearing people tell me i can't go a sentance without throwing in some random dutch or wow what a cool tattoo (just kidding mom!)but really. i guess i realize my time is up and must simply fulfill the motions now. 3 weeks to unpack, pack and then move to Arizona. Here i go...
So i don't really feel as if i am leaving behindmy home here. The walls are bare and give off a slightly hollow echo from the filled laughter. The bags sit packed waiting for a few last minuate items. I don't feel like i'm really leaving behind this world i've adopted as my own for six months. i'm beginning to understand what my sister meant when she said it would feel this weird. I wonder how much i really have changed or whatever. only going home and hearing people tell me i can't go a sentance without throwing in some random dutch or wow what a cool tattoo (just kidding mom!)but really. i guess i realize my time is up and must simply fulfill the motions now. 3 weeks to unpack, pack and then move to Arizona. Here i go...
08 July 2005
Burning Stop
Last night i was at the coolest place with two of my most favoritist people ever!
I got an idea a few omnths ago and carried it out. Ariel, Alexa and myself went to the Coldplay concert last night in Arnhem, Holland for their birthday gifts. I had such a great time! The music was great, the atmosphere was (well how can i out this?) Dutch, and i wanted to savor each moment. The clocks ticked, tears streamed down faces, white shawdows was overpowering and of course the yellow head blood-rushed scientist was present. I love observing people. It has always been a passion of mine (almost as much a passion as pushing buttons is!). A concert just seems like the perfect place to put that passion into practice. it's funny how different people are even when they are related in the same family. i love lyrics, for me...to enjoy a concert requires some active participation, some sitting and savoring, and of course singing along to every song as loudly as desired since no one else can hear your voice when it is lost in the multitide. Alexa is the more active participation. Her rock-fist shins with a small light to cheer on the group. Clapping and standing is a must. I think she really wanted to be close to the stage with the rest of the hard-corers. Then there is Ariel, she also watches others, sings along to the few words she knows, and then soaks in the atmosphere. I think it is cool that i had one to my right and the other on my left. i thank God for friends and the impact they have in our lives. I think there are a few things here i am underestimating my missing...the people, youth contact, and the way of life. Until the time comes upon which i must depart...i will enjoy knowing, it shall not be long before a home-coming is due.
I got an idea a few omnths ago and carried it out. Ariel, Alexa and myself went to the Coldplay concert last night in Arnhem, Holland for their birthday gifts. I had such a great time! The music was great, the atmosphere was (well how can i out this?) Dutch, and i wanted to savor each moment. The clocks ticked, tears streamed down faces, white shawdows was overpowering and of course the yellow head blood-rushed scientist was present. I love observing people. It has always been a passion of mine (almost as much a passion as pushing buttons is!). A concert just seems like the perfect place to put that passion into practice. it's funny how different people are even when they are related in the same family. i love lyrics, for me...to enjoy a concert requires some active participation, some sitting and savoring, and of course singing along to every song as loudly as desired since no one else can hear your voice when it is lost in the multitide. Alexa is the more active participation. Her rock-fist shins with a small light to cheer on the group. Clapping and standing is a must. I think she really wanted to be close to the stage with the rest of the hard-corers. Then there is Ariel, she also watches others, sings along to the few words she knows, and then soaks in the atmosphere. I think it is cool that i had one to my right and the other on my left. i thank God for friends and the impact they have in our lives. I think there are a few things here i am underestimating my missing...the people, youth contact, and the way of life. Until the time comes upon which i must depart...i will enjoy knowing, it shall not be long before a home-coming is due.
21 June 2005
Yearbook Worthy of Quoting
There are these things in yearbook known as senior ads. Parents pay money and get a so-deemed "ad" placed inside the back of the yearbook. My friend Tim Clark had one of these so-called ads purchased for him and what was written by his parents touched me enough to not only write it in my quote book but also share it with all of you. It went like this:
Let the Living Christ go with you...
Let HIM go before you to show you the way...
Behind you to encourage you...
Beside you to befriend you...
Above you to watch over you...
And within you to give you peace.
Selah.
Let the Living Christ go with you...
Let HIM go before you to show you the way...
Behind you to encourage you...
Beside you to befriend you...
Above you to watch over you...
And within you to give you peace.
Selah.
16 June 2005
Rhine Falls
The beauty of Switzerland was seen as i went to the EUNC graduation with Delaja, Guido, and Jean last week. God is amazing with a paintbrush!
07 June 2005
25 May 2005
The truth behind my senior speech...
i talked with semmelbeck last night/this morning and i just felt it nessacary to explain myself...
I haven't even seen the video yet so i really hope it makes sense. I tried filming numerous occasions and just could never quite make it through. I wanted to say more, i wanted to go through every experience and in words make sure i could flly thank al of you. I couldn't make it. i wanted to spread my word of wisdom and let you know how i feel. i couldn't do it. i wanted to be sure you felt how encouraged and challenged i've been by all of you. i couldn't express it.
Thank you all SO much. i will and do miss you but things will be fine. To the class of 05, thanks (i can't say it enough) i hope to see yo uall again son. Austin, be careful in the air force ok. andra, i'm glad you are recovering. neema, pursue your dreams at ou. and so many more.
to the class of 06, also thanks and remember. "change is inevitable, expect the unexpected." Congradulations on surviving a year of our pranks, jokes, and sarcasim. Now it's your turn. Keep the fire burning and the ideas and the problems you see of us in your head...don't lose them. Don't brush stuff off, if you see something you want to change then don't be afraid to. Jump to the occassion. Rise like yeast in the oven. (i know, pathetic but it's all i got) just don't be sad. all of us will still be a phone call or e-mail away.
Specifically to Jordy and Nurge........i cannot express how you two seniorites have helped me grow. thank you, dank u wel, mucho gracias. languages cannot express what i wish to say.
The New ASU Freshman, Alicia D. Garcia
I haven't even seen the video yet so i really hope it makes sense. I tried filming numerous occasions and just could never quite make it through. I wanted to say more, i wanted to go through every experience and in words make sure i could flly thank al of you. I couldn't make it. i wanted to spread my word of wisdom and let you know how i feel. i couldn't do it. i wanted to be sure you felt how encouraged and challenged i've been by all of you. i couldn't express it.
Thank you all SO much. i will and do miss you but things will be fine. To the class of 05, thanks (i can't say it enough) i hope to see yo uall again son. Austin, be careful in the air force ok. andra, i'm glad you are recovering. neema, pursue your dreams at ou. and so many more.
to the class of 06, also thanks and remember. "change is inevitable, expect the unexpected." Congradulations on surviving a year of our pranks, jokes, and sarcasim. Now it's your turn. Keep the fire burning and the ideas and the problems you see of us in your head...don't lose them. Don't brush stuff off, if you see something you want to change then don't be afraid to. Jump to the occassion. Rise like yeast in the oven. (i know, pathetic but it's all i got) just don't be sad. all of us will still be a phone call or e-mail away.
Specifically to Jordy and Nurge........i cannot express how you two seniorites have helped me grow. thank you, dank u wel, mucho gracias. languages cannot express what i wish to say.
The New ASU Freshman, Alicia D. Garcia
24 May 2005
you underestimate my sneakiness!!!
Man i love being able to still be sneaky!
This next week is graduation. Last sunday night was a youthweekend here (to find out more go here ) but i am sad because i had to miss out on the CBC senior speeches. i feel out of touch with everything going on in Texas right now. The yearbooks came out and i am anxious to see it as i forget al of the photos i took for it. The sneakiness part was that we were able to purchase one of six of this certain designed corrie ten boom watches. My old youth pastor always spoke of wanting a watch but instead of purchasing one forhimself he bought one as a gift for his wife. So, being me, i decidedto get other's help in fullfilling his wish. Brent once said duringthe begining last summer "wisdom is knowingwhat time it is" we were studying proverbs and discovering wisdom. Ecc. also has the time statements that go along with it. I have been overjoyed lately as God has been showing me so much. Love you all!
-the misplaced texan!
This next week is graduation. Last sunday night was a youthweekend here (to find out more go here ) but i am sad because i had to miss out on the CBC senior speeches. i feel out of touch with everything going on in Texas right now. The yearbooks came out and i am anxious to see it as i forget al of the photos i took for it. The sneakiness part was that we were able to purchase one of six of this certain designed corrie ten boom watches. My old youth pastor always spoke of wanting a watch but instead of purchasing one forhimself he bought one as a gift for his wife. So, being me, i decidedto get other's help in fullfilling his wish. Brent once said duringthe begining last summer "wisdom is knowingwhat time it is" we were studying proverbs and discovering wisdom. Ecc. also has the time statements that go along with it. I have been overjoyed lately as God has been showing me so much. Love you all!
-the misplaced texan!
05 May 2005
Funny isn't it?
Funny how we don't view life as precious until it is gone. i just
found out this guy i knew is now dead. he tried to kill himself and i
guess it worked after spending a month is the hospital as a result.
When will this world ever learn?
found out this guy i knew is now dead. he tried to kill himself and i
guess it worked after spending a month is the hospital as a result.
When will this world ever learn?
You Guys
I just wanted to let you all know i truly appriciate all the comments and support. i am not sure if you know about www.holland2005.tk though or you can use www.holland2005.blogspot.com anyway, just want to make sure you are getting all info possible. i will only keep this post on here temporarily so write down the address! love you all.
30 April 2005
HOME
So i'm starting to miss the idea of home...
Garden State has so many thoughts on the subject it really strikes close to my heart. I am starting to realize that i am here in Holland as well as the fact i will never have a home anymore. yes, i will live places and will be with my parents in Texas again but the ideal view of 'home' is something i can never again experience. my chance is up.
I'm starting to miss cbc and it's cool world within itself. i miss mexico, year end parties, and just having the ability to hang out at all times and places. I think i'm slightly scared about entering into this whole new world. i know i'll be fine, get an education, and make friends but i kinda just want to hold on to the ones i've already invested so much in and stay in my comfortable vortex. I'm torn in two ways..maybe more as i do enjoy it so much here in Holland and yet i don't want to become too involved because i too am leaving soon. That's the challange, raising leaders to continue once your gone. it is easy to start stuff here but the problem is finding people willing enough to follow something God has placed on their heart. I still can't shake the idea that i am done with marcus. when i get my yearbook maybe i will truly realize it. i'm done with cbc...i'm done with mid-school ministry. this time next year i will be in arizona adapting to a new lifestyle and place. A place of which i have never imagined myself going ever before. Before i left i thought Alabama or UNT. but never arizona. maybe that is what is so cool about God. He knows everything. he knew a LONG time ago that i will be going to Arizona. He knew i would be having these feelings and typing this now. God is above time. He knows and is all. I guess it just never gets old to hear about how awesome He is.
Garden State has so many thoughts on the subject it really strikes close to my heart. I am starting to realize that i am here in Holland as well as the fact i will never have a home anymore. yes, i will live places and will be with my parents in Texas again but the ideal view of 'home' is something i can never again experience. my chance is up.
I'm starting to miss cbc and it's cool world within itself. i miss mexico, year end parties, and just having the ability to hang out at all times and places. I think i'm slightly scared about entering into this whole new world. i know i'll be fine, get an education, and make friends but i kinda just want to hold on to the ones i've already invested so much in and stay in my comfortable vortex. I'm torn in two ways..maybe more as i do enjoy it so much here in Holland and yet i don't want to become too involved because i too am leaving soon. That's the challange, raising leaders to continue once your gone. it is easy to start stuff here but the problem is finding people willing enough to follow something God has placed on their heart. I still can't shake the idea that i am done with marcus. when i get my yearbook maybe i will truly realize it. i'm done with cbc...i'm done with mid-school ministry. this time next year i will be in arizona adapting to a new lifestyle and place. A place of which i have never imagined myself going ever before. Before i left i thought Alabama or UNT. but never arizona. maybe that is what is so cool about God. He knows everything. he knew a LONG time ago that i will be going to Arizona. He knew i would be having these feelings and typing this now. God is above time. He knows and is all. I guess it just never gets old to hear about how awesome He is.
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