Hootenanny: n. (hoot-en-nanny)
slang; a carnival or festival including assortments of giant inflatable
courses and slides, fair swings, bungee trampoline, rock climbing; of, and without
excluding, sugary ices, churros, and cotton candy; usually, without exemption,
long lines; meant for amusement.
Putting on this festival kicked off the end of Orientation last night. And I must declare:
AT LAAAAAST!!!
Also, there was a giant BBQ with contests, sign-ups, and entertainment by college artists.
I was starving for real food after three days of carbs and starch.
So you can only imagine just how wonderful sinking my teeth into a big, juicy burger felt.
(:Oh yum:)
So from 7:30-9:30 my friends Joanna, Becca and President of Bel Canto, Christina and I went rock climbing, sliding, obstacle coursing, and swinging our way through the night.
Afterwards, we went back to Joanna and Becca's room with Kellie, Maggie, and Tori and played Apples to Apples while sipping extremely sweet hot chocolate with marshmallows and enjoying the company of one another. I guess everyone was feeling pretty low during Bel Canto Camp and Orientation. It made us all feel SO much better, and we excitedly made plans for a Friday night movie night, and going to the Football game tonight!
Things are looking a up a little bit. Bible Study every morning is starting to feel so peaceful and
insightful. I recommend a 1-year study Bible to anyone who struggles with reading the Bible like I do.
~Currently~
1. I have developed a love for Animal Crackers. My roommate has a huge tub of them!
2. I listen to pretty much the same playlist of songs everyday, or whenever I play music.
3. I desperately need an activity-oriented hobby. (Ex. volleyball, ultimate frisbee, soccer, etc)
4. My roommate doesn't eat much, so I usually go down to the diner at least once everyday and sit next to a group of new people.
5. Doing this is sometimes exhausting; but everyone is very pleasant and inclusive.
6. Xinyi's English Name: Cyndi.
7. Mangos here are sold at the 99 cent store. YAYYYY!!!
8. I keep my mail key and room key around my wrist on a coiled band. I never leave without it.
9. My motto is Patience. Keep moving forward and keep relying on God for everything.
10. So far, it's working. =D
Hey Katherine,
ReplyDeleteEven though I'm not a Christian and I don't understand all the things you say about God, I really like how you have something that you believe in strongly and the motto of being patient. I like to read your entry coz it gives me motivation to be more patient too. :) Ha
Thanks Hoang!
ReplyDeleteYour comment means a lot to me, and patience is something universal that we can all have a bit more of in our day-to-day lives. I'm glad my writings can give you some peace in your day. Much love and encouragement to you!
:)
Oh! And as for God, no one really understands until they seek it out. So don't worry about not really getting it at first. :) I still don't understand a lot of things, but that makes for excellent daily learning that's guaranteed everyday! :) If you ever want to talk, I'm here!
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