how's your summer going?

It is unexpectedly beautiful. Seriously, going into this summer, I knew I'd be working at United Way, spending a low-key week at the lake with some friends, going to World Changers in Nashville and Ecuador, and orientation. Certainly some exciting things, but I have more free time this summer than usual, and I wasn't expecting much overall. However, it's been incredible- making money, having some new experiences, and getting to catch up with so many people and develop relationships. the perfect summer, for me.


Since I've neglected my blog so well, I have so many things to share, so buckle up. Actually, you can do whatever you want. If anyone's actually reading this, that's a big enough deal.

WEEK ONE: Senior trip at the lake with some friends, including my awesome roommate from Texas last year, Julie Hagerup! Let's just say it was awesome to be with everyone, find some closure for the high school era, and just relax for the first time in a while. Oh, and learn to wakeboard (sort of). that's what's up. A special thanks to the Gills for letting us use their home!

WEEK TWO: World Changers Nashville! WC is like home to me (that's why I'm halfway done with my Summer Staff application for next year, and it's July). This year was very different in that I didn't really met a ton of great friends, but I did get closer to a few people from my church, and met a couple of legitimate, God-seeking friends from around the Southeast.

WEEK THREE: Oh, orientation. I have decided I love Clemson, and I hate their programs. I enjoyed this two-day extravaganza with Peyton and Thad, but all the information and sheep-hearding was a little too much for me. Sidenote, I learned how quickly I can write people off, judge them, or think I'm too cool for someone- that's funny in itself. But seriously, upon meeting some different people at orientation- people who weren't really accepted by the other students there- I went along with the existing opinion that they were too into video games, or academics, or whatever it may be. As if Jesus would have that attitude. I guess there are more details behind this realization, but I'm glad God started showing me this attitude before I even move into Clemson, so hopefully I'll keep learning how to love God and love people. more to come on this renewing of my mind.

WEEK FOUR-FIVE: Working at United Way. Not much to say other than I love this job. Since I'm going into non-profit leadership, it's been good to see how things work, as well as save up some money!

WEEK SIX: International World Changers to Quito, Ecuador! I think I'm going to have to post a separate blog about this. Stay tuned.

WEEK SEVEN-PRESENT: Back to work at United Way. My oldest brother, Gregg, is getting married next weekend (on Lane's birthday). Lane proposed to Jessica last week. Thad and I are taking Peyton on a surprise trip this weekend for her birthday! and I only have two weeks left at the Way. Also, 23 days til we move into Clemson.. but who's counting.


There's my life, minus a lot of details and a few more realizations.. but I'll save that for a few months down the road when I actually decide to blog again.