Did you just call me "Dude"?

So yesterday I completely embarrassed myself. I was at school and our instructor gave us a break. He asked us if we wanted to get a snack from the instructors office. So several of us decided that we would go and get a snack....even though I am trying to not snack. So we were leaving the class room and the Sergeant made a comment and my response to him was "Dude......." I didn't even realize that I had called the Sergeant a "dude". So as I walk past him he says to me.."Did you just call me dude?" I was a bit dumb founded and speechless. I was so embarrassed. He wasn't mad and luckily I didn't get in trouble. But I did apologize in private later on that day because i felt so bad. He knew that i didn't do it on purpose....but still...a close call. had that been someone else, it could have been bad...whew!

First Impressions

So I was with hanging out with some friends yesterday and through our conversation I found out some very interesting information. When I first got here these particular friends had not met me. They had only heard about me and my family. I'm not sure what they were told exactly, but I do know that they knew that I was....from Laredo, and that my mothers side of the family is Mexican and that I had red hair. So picture this...a red headed Mexican, pretty sweet right! So the first time they met me they were...in shock to see this white boy with...yeah, you guessed it red hair. I think they were a bit taken back. Their first encounter with a white Mexican with red hair. Who knew? I know that may be hard for some of you to believe as well, but its true. I think that since they know me a little bit better ...its a little easier for them to look past that first impression, of the white, red headed Mexican.

Release

So I'm really not that great of a musician, but I absolutely love to play music. I love to sing as well but I been banned in five states and three countries.....two of those countries I haven't even been to! Anyway......last weekend Ricky graciously lent me his guitar. I have been piddling around all week and it has been such a great release for me. I go back and forth between my three or four chords and I just play. I just let out all my frustrations, my fears, and even my victories. There are no words, no agenda, no real goal. Its just me with my eyes closed. Funny thing is all my frustrations and all my fears that I hold onto so tightly. He just comes in and without me even aware of what is going on, He touches me. I mean, I'm not doing anything special or spectacular. I'm just worshiping Him plain and simple. I struggle with the words to convey the emotions that i am feeling right now. I guess I'm just humbled that the God of the universe would want me. With all my sin and all my shame, and yet....He does.

Game Time

Today has been a good day. I have a test tomorrow so please be praying for me. I should be testing out at around 12:00pm. Also the soccer season starts on Monday and we have a game on Monday (the 29th) at 6:30pm and Tuesday at 6:30pm. It would mean a lot to me if you could come and support me. I understand that we all have alot going on, but if your schedule permits, it would be really cool. If you do plan to come please let me know so I can find out what it takes to get you through the gate. You have all loved and supported me so much while have been here and it means so much to me! Thanks for all you have done for me!


May the Lord bless you and keep you. May His face shine upon you, may He be gracious and give you peace that passes all understanding!

FREEEEEDOOOOMMMMMM!

My roommate moves out today! So I will have the room all to myself. Until Monday at least. I'm praying for longer....a lot longer! But I'm really excited! WOO WOO!!!

Early to bed...not so easy to rise

Recently there has been some discussion on age and how apparently old I really am....So I guess I am going to add more evidence to that apparent "fact". Last night I was in bed by 7:45pm. Granted I was a bit under the weather, never the less 7:45! And when I woke up this morning...I felt like I had been hit by a truck. And PT, try doing calisthenics and cardio like you just wrestled a bear (which I could totally do.....and win), it was a bit rough. I think i came out on top though. I am feeling better this afternoon..but dude! So I guess I will go back to my normal routine since going to bed early didn't do much good.

May the Lord bless you and keep you. May His face shine upon you. May He turn His countenance toward you, be gracious and give you peace. May you be so filled with His Holy Spirit that He would give you mighty inner strength to get through the day and face the issues and the hurdles that come your way today!(Ephesians 3:16 NLT)

Icky!

I hope everyone is having a good day. I just wanted to ask you all to please be praying for me. I woke up this morning with a sore throat and I feel "icky". So if I come to your mind please say a quick prayer for me. Thanks

Blues Monday

No I'm not sad or down or anything like that, but every Monday I "get" to wear my blues. Which really isn't that big of a deal. I mean its a bit cumbersome but in the grand scheme of things it "ain't nothin' but a thang". The issue I have is that I've gained a couple of pounds since I've been here and by couple I mean about 10 or so. So now my pants are .... snug, and a bit uncomfortable. So I need to start dropping some pounds so that every Monday will not be "Blues Monday"

On a skinnier note...I just want to say to the worship team that I really enjoy playing with you guys! I know that by far you are all greater musicians than I am and I am thankful for your patience and indulgence.

I hope you all had a great day.

May the Lord bless you and keep you. May His face shine upon you, may He turn his countenance toward you be gracious and give you peace. And may you be so filled with the Holy Spirit that people will feel His presence when they are in your presence.

Feeling Young Again

Well recently I've been feeling a bit...."old" if you will. So in my attempt to feel young again I decided to update my background and try to liven things up a bit. So hope this will help me and helps some of you and make you feel young again!

Slaughter!

Last night I went to a high school football game. I haven't been to a HS football game in years. I had a ton of fun. I can honestly say that between Pastor and me I think that we could coach the chiefs to a great season. I think we make a great team! We have a good strategy and with some work on our special teams (Bethany that's the kick off team) i think we will have a great team this year! I tried to buy a t-shirt but they were out mediums....maybe next time.

GO CHIEFS!!
Chiefs 46
Other Guys 26


For those of you who are checking my spelling, I used spell check...it saved my life :-)

AC on!

My AC finally got fixed yesterday. It hasnt been so bad because of the cool weather, but it is reassuring to know that if i need it its there! I'm so glad its friday this week has been kinda crazy! I have yet another wondreful formation tomorrow at 0730. Which really isnt all that bad. I mean its not 0500 right! Well im at lunch, and its back to class!

Hump Day

Half way through the week! Two more days, whose with me?

Random

Well I passed yet another test today, with a whopping 95%. I am so glad block 10 is over. I also joined the squadron soccer team which i am really excited about. I was playing in a men's league be for i joined and i was having a blast, so we'll see what happens. That's really about it nothing new and exciting but oh did you see Roddick in that spurs t shirt? i mean that must be the cutest thing i have ever seen!!! I cant wait to put one one my dog!!! I hope everone's week is going well.

Beef and Ice Cream

A steak, loaded baked potato, ice cream and the best possible company you could ask for. What more could a guy ask for? I had a great time tonight. I had the distinct privilege of going to Logan's Road House with Pastor and his familia (see my Spanish is getting better). I had a great time! I don't think I've laughed that hard in quite sometime, so thank you for that. After dinner I was tied up, thrown in the back of the van and the forced to sit and eat an oreo, chocolate chip, and fudge ice cream creation from Cold Stone! The nerve of some People! But it's okay, I forgive you! It was a great break from the action packed adventure driven week of looking at oh so sweet sticks and blobs! I really needed that. And like I said before, the company was way better than the food and the ice cream combined! Oh and just a fair warning. When you are at cold stone they have trick chairs and if you don't sit in them in just the right way, you get a sweet little surprise! So, thanks again for a wonderful evening! Now, about these rope burns.......

Say What!

Just letting all of you wonderful people know I'm on facebook, so if you are a facebook junkie like me(and you know who you are) then hit me up.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/profile.php?id=1218003902

Monumental

Well today has been a day of monumental proportions! At least in my life. Today I have been married for 8 years. Yeah I know right! Crazy! I'm 28 years old and have been married for 8 years. Needless to say I have done A LOT of growing up in the past 8 years and I know that I have a lot more growing up to do.
But the Lord is helping me with that. He shows me daily how much of a sinful man I really am. Now don't take that in a negative context. Its a growing, learning, stretching experience. It's what God does in our lives to make us more like Him. I recently heard a message that was given at my home church back in NC. It basically said(in a nut shell) that God does not always move our mountain. We pray and ask God to move our mountain, (whatever that mountain may be) and God lovingly responds, "No I will not move this mountain, you must climb it." (that is how my conversation with Him usually goes) I hate that answer! Why? Because if He moves it, it is so much easier on me. But then I never get the to see the fullness of who He really is in my life. And if we look at couple of examples, we see that Moses had to climb the mountain literally, Jacob wrestled with God (Genesis 32:22-32). Joesph was sold into slavery by his own brothers. So let us examine ourselves and really ask, how big is the mountain God is asking us to climb?
Whatever it is, or however big it may be, I know that God will you give you the strength that you need and that is my prayer for you, May the Lord from His glorious unlimited resources give you mighty inner strength through his Holy Spirit. Ephesians 3:16, and I know that He will always be with you. So, be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or discouraged for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go! Joshua 1:9 So... go get em tiger!!

Jeremy

Betrayal

I just got done watching the first of six messages on betrayal by Pastor Ed Young. And what a thought provoking start. I highly recommend that you listen to it as well. Actually I watched it via podcast on iTunes. I hope to finish the series this weekend or sometime early next week. That is the only video podcast he has up right now. I heard Ed do a series called "Just Lust". Also very powerful. Not on a podcast but if you are interested I believe that i can get my hands on a copy or two.

Well I took my block 9 test today. And much to my dismay I got a 95%. I know a big let down! But I will say this, I was very stressed about this test last night and I wasn't sure if I was going to pass or not. But Tara and my dad were praying for me and I know that God helped me through it. Because when I sat down and started the test, it was like I saw it plain as day! cArazy!

A wee bit home sick

Well I have to say that over all I had a really great time in Austin. I got to see a friend that I haven't seen in a long time and that was terrific (I like the word terrific). I was able to relax and just hang out and have absolutely zero worries. Which was nice! But, now I'm back in wonderful San Angelo, no offense, it's just not home for me. Which leads me to my next point. I miss home terribly! I really miss Tara! But I'm not going to make this some depressing blog..lol I had a good time and now its back to the grind. I will say that I am very blessed to have my church family here. I really missed being at church you all on Sunday and I am so thankful that you are a part of my life. I look forward to every Saturday, Sunday and now Wednesday. Its what gets me through the week. So please hear me when I say that you all have been placed in my life during this season I am in to help me grow, and change and mature. And you will never understand the great impact that you have had, are having in my life. Thank you for your love, and your prayers. I can't wait to see you on Wednesday. We do have small groups on Wednesday right?..call me! :-) I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend as well and I cant wait to hear about it!