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Name: Kathryn
Gender: Female
Interests: My Lord Jesus Christ, who is my one and only True Love, watching what He does in my life and the lives of those around me, talking to Him, spending time with Him, looking back through the past and realizing how amazing He is and how He has a plan for everything; harping, dancing, being crafty, exploring, running through the woods, walking barefoot anywhere and everywhere, playing with little kids, chillin' at camp K, laughing at inside jokes, Christian guys, traveling, rainbows, autumn days, strolling in the rain, playing with my hair, being a girl, shopping for no reason, swords, reading, listening, watching, thinking, dressing up, staying up into the wee hours of the night, looking at the moon, swimming in the ocean, sailing, semi-monthly coffee splurges, having no homework over the weekend, spending time with friends, being outside, browsing craft stores, climbing trees, being Amish, baking, watching chick flicks and little kid movies, dragons, being a dwarf, having heart to heart t
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Occupation: Artist
Industry: Art
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Member Since:
10/8/2005
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| I'm not sure if this site is really worth visiting anymore, but I'll give one more shot at blogging before I move out completely.
I was in Germany for three weeks, which was a really really amazing experience. It took a while to get a grip on the language, but every day was an adventure, with hundreds of memories that I will never forget. I've seen enough castles to satisfy even MY romantic medieval fancies. I lived in Hannover and visited Hamburg, Norderney, St. Goar, Bacharach, Cologne, Kiel and Berlin. Being totally immersed in the culture and family life of the typical, traditional German family was stretching and totally fun. I loved it. I loved Germany. I definitely want to go back- maybe study there for a semester in college. Maybe live there. I totally got used to paying with coins and taking the train instead of the car. I love Deutschland.
So I've been thinking about things since I got back (I didn't have much time for thinking in Germany...). I realized how many changes are/will be taking place in my life, my family and the world. I've been feeling a lot less stressed than I used to be, although I have a lot more to be stressed about. This is great, because I've been asking God to relieve me of this weakness and trusting him with every situation and consequence. I have no control over the pattern of my life, and it's foolish to think so. So I'm casting my cares upon him, and it is so freeing! I don't have to fret over things anymore (not like I ever HAD to), and yet everything gets done! What a wonderful peace he gives me...
I would say that my experience in Germany has given me a much better appreciation of the English language. For the first week at least, I found it extremely difficult to revert between English and German. I assumed that my family knew little English, so for a time I either spoke all German or nothing at all. It didn't help that during that time my German-speaking skills were very limited. I've been talking my head off since I arrived in the States...Unusual, yes. Don't give me a hard time about it; I can finally say all the things I want to say without having to spend considerable amounts of time arranging the words or finding the most appropriate use of grammar. Adjective endings were my worst enemy, although the past tense was also confusing at times.
It's great to finally be on summer vacation. It's pretty packed, though, so I've been thoroughly enjoying every free moment of relaxation during these first few days of readjustment. Next week is camping, followed by Camp K. volunteering and then short trip to the Vermont, Cape Cod and Gordon College. Yes, another college. August is another camp week, then OYW rehearsals begin! Speaking of which, I need to squeeze some OYW ad-selling into these next five days. And I'm performing at the People's Choice festival on Thursday, as a representative of OYW. Everything's pretty much OYW from here on, actually. It's going to be my new life until September 13. It's ok though; in fact it's great. If I don't have good people and communication skills by the time this is over, nothing will help me.
Almost over jet lag...Maybe one more day, and then I'll be totally back to normal. That being said, I'd better get myself to bed. I wish you all a blessed night. Maybe I'll be back again someday; maybe not. We'll cross that bridge when we come to it.
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| This is how my mind is functioning tonight:
Sleeeeeepy....The AP exam is finally finished. It's difficult to know how it went, but I'm satisfied because I finished all the essays, with 15 minutes to spare! I played Conte Ferique tonight with the SCAHS orchestra. I'm finally starting to feel absolutely sacked from all the anxiety and busyness I've been pushing away during these past few weeks. It just occurred to me that this Sunday is the CPYO concert, and next week is the play, as is one half of my math final. It's mid May, isn't it? Ich fliege nach Deutschland in exactly one month! I have so much to do! Is there really only one month left of school? Oh man...I gotta get some sleep, y'all. I'll think about this stuff tomorrow. After all, tomorrow is another day! Yeah yeah yeah, gag me with a spoon, right? I actually hate that movie. "Rhett..." Oh, I'm taking a poll: what should I give my speech on? I have three weeks to get it done, and I haven't yet decided what it is to be about. Today was a nice temperature, but it wasn't sunny like yesterday. In fact, it decided to rain right when we had to move my harp to and from the van. Oh, isn't weather such a tease? Bah, I'm going to bed now. If I can conjure up the energy to get off this comfy couch and get myself downstairs. I think I'll have some coffee tomorrow...Night!
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| Hey peeps, here's a quick update in case you wanted one:
ONE MORE WEEK OF ENGLISH!!!!! It's been a great course- I've learned so much from it and been intellectually stretched- but it's taken SO much work that my brain's just about burnt out. If I can keep it sane until after I take the AP test on May 14, I'll be doing fine.
I had an OYW dress appointment today. I picked my first, second and third choices in style and color, so hopefully I'll end up with one of my favorites. I took a nice drive in the country with my mom and grandparents today. It's so lovely in central PA in springtime. The weather is lovely too. But I digress.
Saturday evening I drove my sis to Dan S's house to attend his surprise 17 birthday party. He was surprised! It was great fun, and we played Kingfrog with 25 people. Good times.
SATs on Saturday! Fun stuff; I've been reviewing lots of math all week long. Definitely not my strongest subject on the PSAT, so hopefully I'll be better prepared for the test that really matters. Random, but I decided to look into Gordon College due to some quaint suggestions by my dear mother. And the hopes of getting a nice chunk of financial aid, or at least living by the ocean for four years. We'll see, it's just another college to apply to. It can't hurt.
Not much to say here. Have a happy day.
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| I can't help but wonder if the Empire has ever thought that it would be more informative to talk to me about my life than to merely read about selective snippets of it online. Honestly, I find authentic, face-to-face communication to be much more rewarding. But that is of course only my personal opinion.
I'm here to say that life is bright once more. Sure, it's not perfect, but life on this earth will never be perfect. I've certainly accepted that for the time being, although I can't promise that I won't forget it and fall into pessimism once more. But God is gracious, so I pray that he'll give me joy in any circumstance life throws at me.
I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Finally, I can say it. The fourth and final marking period is in full swing, and I am more motivated than I have been since before Christmas break. And the turning season makes everything so much brighter! Never have I welcomed spring with such enthusiasm. One didn't need a coat today in central Pennsylvania. It's such a joy to be able to leave the doors and windows open, hearing the returning birds again begin their erratic serenade.
As hinted by our dear anonymous friend, I am going to junior prom. And I am very excited about that. I don't expect to approve of all the music and all the dancing and all the behavior (ok, a LOT of the music and dancing and behavior), but otherwise I don't know what I am to expect- except that I intend to have a memorable time regardless. Dash it all, I'm excited. And I found a beautiful dress. So that's just the way it is.
Drama, drama, drama once again! This time I will take the roles of youthful Mabel in Pirates of Penzance (minus the superfluous musical cadenzas) and scandalous lady in waiting Margaret in Shakespeare's Much Ado about Nothing. We've had several rehearsals so far, and I can tell that this performance will be extremely enjoyable for both cast and audience alike.
As always, the computer draws a crowd, and I must be off. I wish you all (especially you, Empire) a blessed evening and an unexpected weekend. After all, you never know what new challenge life is about to throw at you.
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| *sigh*
I need prayer, y'all. Not doing so well. Mostly I'm fatigued, almost falling asleep in math or science class...I'm so not ready for the show this weekend. So basically, I need some energy. And my sliced knee to heal. That would be just great.
Also, please please please pray for my grandpa. He strained himself lifting heavy equipment yesterday, walked his dog today, and fell on some ice, which ruptured one of his arteries! He had surgery today, and he's recovering, but it's going to take a long time to heal. So now they can't come to visit us this weekend, and it's very sad. But I'm just glad that he's ok. That's all I have to say, I'm going to sleep. Goodnight.
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