I'm going to be a teacher! . . . Me---a public educator. What are the odds! Oh and by the way, I love that. I can't wait! I went to observe at a high school today and was overcome with the desire to do what the teacher was doing. To make a difference in someones life! I really feel, that is what I am to do! Pffeew! I love life!

Music Education

Wow, big day tomorrow . . . I don't know if I'm ready, but I need to try.

We Made it!!!

I AM A MARRIED MAN, I can't believe it. Life is amazing and I am so very very happy. I know that this is what life is all about, I am so happy. I love my Wife and the Lord. Life couldn't be better.

3 DAYS

Well, we are almost here, 3 more days and I will be a married man! Seriously, how cool is that. I am so excited for life and the joy I have to share it with Shani. She is taking out her Endowments today and I am honored to be there. I have such a blessed life, I really can't complain. Well, 3 days and counting. To Life!

The final count down/ growing up ...?

It's official, I am growing up. 18 and 1/2 days and I am getting married for time and all eternity! I am so excited and at the same time nervous to be an adult and make decisions for a family. I leave my parents house to live on my own in 1 and 1/2 days and will have a lot of time to think and prepare myself for this big step! I know, I am not perfect, but that's just it; I don't have to be, neither does Shani. We just need to work together to achieve perfection through the Lord. THAT IS THE ONLY WAY!!! I love this gospel and my soon to be wife. Life is amazing. The End!

FINALS ARE OVER!!!

So, once upon a time I was in a semester with 15 credits at BYU; while working part time teaching voice lessons, being in choir with a strong commitment level, taking care of my parents home (trying to!), applying to my major and getting accepted, oh and did I mention I am engaged and planning a wedding for June! Well, that said, I am satisfied with whatever grades I receive this semester. I put in a valiant effort and am okay with that. I have had so much support from the Lord and can't thank Him enough!
I love my life and my future wife!
This church is true! God bless us all.

Ahgghghghghhghhaghahghgh

BYU, Why do you have to be so lame, why? I am a good person and yet, I come to you for aid and you tell me that I must wait in line and show no compassion.... thanks? Well, I just wanted to formally thank you for adding extra stress to my already stressed life. One more thing, get better parking!

Happy Day!

I love when I am expecting the worst and all of the sudden things aren't as bad as I expected!
At times life can be super awesome!

Did I mention I'm in love? cuz I am!

Milagros!

Well, a few things!
1st: I had an amazing Fireside tonight! We learned about prayer, and I am sure that I have asked the Lord in the past to help me do something (do well on a test . . . or an audition.) without laying out to him my plan as to how I will prepare myself and then asking that he will help me with that plan!

2nd: Hugh Jared Sittig (a neighbor of mine) saved my evening and a lot of stress. I had accidentally deleted my Family History assignment and couldn't find it anywhere, I told my parents and my dad mentioned Hugh might be able to help me! So I called and he did and I am so thankful!

3rd: God loves me! For the Stupid I am, He loves me. Esta es un Milagro!

Choral Ed. Program

Wow, BYU sure knows how to make anyone applying for their programs that they probably wont make it. It is funny; at first, I felt completely inadequate, but I have had to turn inward and realize my personal strengths and how blessed I am. This is really all that matters. I would be blessed to make the program, but similarly blessed to not. I am so lucky to have the many experiences I do have and to be where I am in life, therefore, I am considering myself blessed.
Thanks be to God!

GROWING UP

Well, I am at a crossroads in my life. I am slowly escaping my childhood and slowly entering my life of adulthood. It is an arduous process yet necessary. Though I may be at a "University" studying "grown-up" things, I would still consider myself a child at heart. I reminisce on the foibles of youth and the glorious "teen years" ... well they were interesting.
It is truly sad to let go of a part of me that molds who I am today. Lucky for me I don't have too. All that is required of us is to 'look forward with an eye of faith' knowing that God will provide. I know this is true. I also know that the Lord doesn't want me to forget my past, but to remember it, both the good and the bad. I know I made mistakes, but as Ether, I know that they will only make me stronger and better in the future. I owe my prosperity and success, to the Lord. . . all of it. He is the one who gives me confidence when I am lacking, faith when I can't see in front of my nose and hope when the storm seems never-ending.
I love the future... yes, it has fears... yes it is unknown... but, it is mine. That is what is exciting! I am my instrument through which God can mold to play the tune of eternity. I am the brush through which He will paint the glorious exaltation.well--that may sound a bit preachy, but I know God will use us to build his kingdom(Zion). I am honored to be a part of that!

school. . .

Well it is now or never! I am back to school and it is . . . difficult yet challenging yet, well its rough. I love being at the Y and being blessed with the gospel in my life. I know that the church is true! I love life and that is what is important! I love life and will need the Lords help to do the rest.
Sincerely MR. Hard work!

Life, Texas and the stresses of 22

Well, It has been a while. Let's see? Christmas in Texas was a fun endeavor and a great experience. I am learning my way around that great state and into the life on another family! I had a good time with the Worthen's and Durkovich's. My time in Texas mainly consisted of, meeting family, playing rockband, taking engagement pictures, playing rockband, getting the flu, singing in Emily's ward with the Worthen's, playing rockband, beating rockband, being in love and loving it, playing rockband 2, going to the temple, getting lost on the way, driving to frisco, White Christmas in Texas, gifts, rockband 2 playing and family bonding! I sure felt at home there, that's a good thing!
One thing that I really appreciated was how I was just part of the family. Oh, I also had a birthday in Texas, but that is worthy of another color. and paragraph,
So 22, the age of a man, officially. I will accomplish a lot this year. Starting education towards a future career, Have a Temple Marriage, Live away from home and work to support my self and Shani. But this may all sound big and overwhelming, I am going to look at the bright side: I am going to grow spiritually this year! SO MUCH. I have a lot to learn and a lot to gain but it will be awesome. Basically I want to say how grateful I am that God has so much love for me, even when I am weak and make mistakes. He always seems to look at the good in me and make me feel like I can do anything! What joy feels my heart when I thing of the Love He has for me. I am in awe.
I stand all amazed at the love Jesus offers me. Well, I am to embark on an epic year of big decisions. BYU will be a great experience and at the same time a little nerve racking! We shall see how I feel about that in a few weeks ~~~ I am ready for what life has to throw at me, I will just take things one day at a time.