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THE MEDIAN

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 15:38:29 GMT

So.

The town of Washington.

A pretty big town.

The other day, Saturday, I needed to take my boss and his sister home from work. Now- I've been getting pretty amazing at the back roads of Washington because I am usually picking up Sarah from school, taking them home, or running out for the Harts sometimes. In addition to this, I usually take this series of back alleys to get to Brass Castle, or at least to skip the traffic light by my job and to just pull out onto 57. Hm. Saturday happened to be the day my driving got a lot more stupid.

I consider myself a good driver, I don't speed usually, I am pretty cautious. But I've done some pretty stupid stuff- like the time I drove around W-ton with my lights off on my birthday and got a ticket. (In my defense, Townofwashington, you keep your lights significantly brighter than Blairstown does. NYC could take notes from you.) Moving on- instead of taking the typical way to Ryans house, I decided to turn around and find a new way- not realizing that I would definitely get lost. You'd think "Hey- It's just a grid!" Then I found a church that probably would fit 50 people in it, and a street that said "CONTINUE AT YOUR OWN RISK." I wasn't feeling particularly risky that day, so I turned around and to my surprise- FOUND AN ALLEY! So of course I was all like "HEY HEY- WOOT WOOT(!)," which in all reality is signifying my joy that I could get out of Washington in one piece.

I came to the end of the particularly gloomy alley, and to my delight found the elementary school! This made me pretty happy because I had gone to a few football games and a dance there. However that was 4 years ago and I forgot that there was a concrete median separating the entrance lanes and the exit lanes.

After I drove entirely up onto the median I was forced to make an executive decision among all the voices telling me how stupid I am. (I was able to differentiate the derogatory voices as opposed to the ones saying "This is hysterical!") I knew that since my car is only like, two inches off the ground that I couldn't just drive off the side of the median so- of course- I just drove to the end of the 300 foot median, and went my merry way.

DMV4evur,

John

A visual aid:

http://www.cityofbowie.org/images/md450_median_with_pavers.JPG

Saturday, January 20, 2007

Sat, 20 Jan 2007 23:56:47 GMT

My Life is So Interesting These Days

I'm not going to lie, my life- to me- is extremely interesting lately. Maybe it's just that it is one of the most exciting times of my life. Since my last rant (post), I've literally gone through so much life-change. By life-change, I mean the beginning of many changes? College- yea I'm going to Nyack. I wouldn't be if God didn't want me to go there, right? My life is totally in God's hands too. How cool is that? I'm going to be working a couple jobs soon enough to buy a scrumptuous 1999 Honda Accord- which, yes Ryan, will be lowered in addition to having new rims, exhaust, and tail-lights.

What it is now:

http://www.bridgeportmotors.ca/99_Honda_Accord_EX.JPG

And I would upload the picture but apparently xanga doesn't like that

What it will become:

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/images/CustomerVehicles/small/11248_1702.JPG

^^except dark blue

Moving forward. What I'm most excited about lately is that when people ask me "Hey John, how are you?" I can honestly say "I'm doing really good" I wanna keep that going. There have been a lot of stuff that the enemy has brought me down with- sometimes successfully too. I just need to stay as strong as I can and just offer myself to God when these things happen. Easier said and done- but so is life right?

Thursday, January 11, 2007

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 14:12:31 GMT

I have a lot to say so please feel free to read when all of you guys have time lol.

SCHOOL.

I am going to Nyack. Yes. I realize that it's a danger-zone for me because of how attached to things/people I get. If I fall into a "trap" of a form of routine Christianity, I am going to try to change it to the best of my ability. I've seen it happen to others, and although it's not horrible, to them it must be, right? Hopefully being grounded in my friendships will keep me grounded in reality. I know being grounded in my family will definitely do that- for the right reasons I'm not sure. Anyway, I'm excited and I'm scared. I've loved Nyack since I went there for the conference 3 years ago, and have always wanted to go to their music school. I don't even know what music major I will be yet- whether it be Music Performance with certification in Ed, or Music Ed, or Composition- there are so many different avenues that I can pursue. I have so many goals that I want to accomplish before I leave in the fall, but I feel like my work ethic is not in the right place to do that. I-am-so-l-a-z-y. I really really am. Right now I should be working on school and cleaning up the house. (I sound like a woman, but I'm not gay- ladies tell your friends.) But really- I have work to do before I go to school.

My repertoire of classical music for school? Needs to be expanded.
My slightly lower than average GPA? Needs to be higher.
My relationship with Christ? Needs to be stronger and more exciting than it is now before I go into a school that makes (FOR SOME PEOPLE not all who go there) a faith that is a routine.

I really want to be successful in my High School career- without just sliding by. I want to be successful in college- I think I will be because of how the assignments have a more "important" and "required" feel to it, but I wont know that until I'm there. I want to be successful in my field- Music Performance is scary- it's hit or miss. I mean (and don't laugh) I have a back up plan if music doesn't work out. Police Officer? Sounds crazy- it's just lingering in my head. I really was one of those kids who when I was little wanted to be a police officer. Or a house wife depending on the day. KIDDING. Homeschooling= Home Ec everyday. Even after Music Performance- I can get certification in teaching which will be wonderful.

Part of my decision for Music Performance as my field is- I have no desire to teach as of yet. The idea of having a child's brain in my hands to teach music SCARES me, and should scare others lol. My teacher even told me "If you teach right now, teach piano to children, teenagers, or adults who have had at least a couple years of piano prior." Basically she is telling me that I'm unable to instill musical values into a persons mind because I don't have all of them myself. I AGREE WITH HER.

I'm also so incredibly interested in Choir-Directing. Conducting! Since I played piano for a choir two years back, I have been so amazed at how Conducting works. My friend who leads a choir put it this way- The first time she conducted, and when she conducts, she is amazed that music is a result of what shes doing- without even playing an instrument herself. Another words, she is making music out of thin air! Holy frickin cow. That blows me away.

What else does John want to do with his life? According to a couple people I'm not a real one - but I think its cool that I'm a missionary. At this point in this xanga people are going "oh here we go..." lol. Its God's perogative to determine whether or not I am I guess. I'm not paid, I'm not supported by an organization besides Continentals, yes we are all missionaries and evangelists for Christ. But over the summer- besides all of the things that I learned about myself- I developed a heart for Americans- particularly in the West Coast- who are not saved. The mission field is here too right? So right now we have a traveling missionary cop who plays piano while conducting a choir.

Lord- this is going to be a bumpy ride lol.

John

And who doesn't look like something out of stepford when they drive? I can count to three, what college wouldn't want me.

Tuesday, September 12, 2006

Tue, 12 Sep 2006 19:31:26 GMT

Well hello there! It's been a while since I've written but whatev.

My life:

HOMESCHOOL, COUNTY COLLEGE, WORK, PIANO.

Comment!

Saturday, August 12, 2006

Sat, 12 Aug 2006 03:04:31 GMT

HOME?

Saturday, July 29, 2006

Sat, 29 Jul 2006 00:42:11 GMT

This is an experienceeeee.

Friday, June 30, 2006

Fri, 30 Jun 2006 16:48:36 GMT

And we're off-

1 My son, do not forget my teaching,
but keep my commands in your heart,

2 for they will prolong your life many years
and bring you prosperity.

3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you;
bind them around your neck,
write them on the tablet of your heart.

4 Then you will win favor and a good name
in the sight of God and man.

5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;

6 in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight.

7 Do not be wise in your own eyes;
fear the LORD and shun evil.

8 This will bring health to your body
and nourishment to your bones.

9 Honor the LORD with your wealth,
with the firstfruits of all your crops;

10 then your barns will be filled to overflowing,
and your vats will brim over with new wine.

11 My son, do not despise the LORD's discipline
and do not resent his rebuke,

12 because the LORD disciplines those he loves,
as a father the son he delights in.

13 Blessed is the man who finds wisdom,
the man who gains understanding,

14 for she is more profitable than silver
and yields better returns than gold.

15 She is more precious than rubies;
nothing you desire can compare with her.

16 Long life is in her right hand;
in her left hand are riches and honor.

17 Her ways are pleasant ways,
and all her paths are peace.

18 She is a tree of life to those who embrace her;
those who lay hold of her will be blessed.

19 By wisdom the LORD laid the earth's foundations,
by understanding he set the heavens in place;

20 by his knowledge the deeps were divided,
and the clouds let drop the dew.

21 My son, preserve sound judgment and discernment,
do not let them out of your sight;

22 they will be life for you,
an ornament to grace your neck.

23 Then you will go on your way in safety,
and your foot will not stumble;

24 when you lie down, you will not be afraid;
when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.

25 Have no fear of sudden disaster
or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked,

26 for the LORD will be your confidence
and will keep your foot from being snared.

27 Do not withhold good from those who deserve it,
when it is in your power to act.

28 Do not say to your neighbor,
"Come back later; I'll give it tomorrow"—
when you now have it with you.

29 Do not plot harm against your neighbor,
who lives trustfully near you.

30 Do not accuse a man for no reason—
when he has done you no harm.

31 Do not envy a violent man
or choose any of his ways,

32 for the LORD detests a perverse man
but takes the upright into his confidence.

33 The LORD's curse is on the house of the wicked,
but he blesses the home of the righteous.

34 He mocks proud mockers
but gives grace to the humble.

35 The wise inherit honor,
but fools he holds up to shame.

Monday, June 26, 2006

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 17:25:52 GMT

Hey guys, this will be the last one for a bit, unless I find time on tour. I leave Saturday early early morning- If you DO want to get in touch with me while I'm gone, I think that the best way would be e-mail ( Tpm6389@yahoo.com ), and posting comments on here that I can just reply to. You can also write, but that might get confusing. I'm not saying don't write, I would definitely love any letters I can get, but there is a process aahahaha. You can get a hold of margaret or something to send letters, because she knows the process way more than I do.

All day yesterday and today, and probably up until I leave, I'm realizing that I won't see you guys for 6 weeks, and a lot of you guys for 7 weeks because of Creation* so please keep in contact with me, and I'm going to try to keep in contact with you guys as much as possible. I wont have a cell phone with me, so I'll be calling you guys as much as I'm permitted, and I'll be writing a lot.

I'll see you guys soon!

John

*I was unaware. I think that it blows that it's canceled until next year, and I hope that you find something equally as amazing as Creation to go to. I heard that no one was reimbursed also and that they called it "postponed" instead of "canceled" so if you guys did have the money I'd say go to Creation West and come see me on the way ahaahaha.

I really will miss everyone a lot- dang.

Wednesday, June 21, 2006

Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:59:01 GMT

10 and counting.