random tag from Cassie

Here are my answers to the Random Tag:





1. How many toes do you have?
Enough. Ok, ok, I have ten.

2. How many bones have you broken?
Never broken any. Thank You, LORD!

3. Name an epic thing that you have done.
An EPIC thing? I can't escape that word. [ =
I think the most epic thing I have ever done was roast coffee for our coffee shop with my sister while my dad was in Guatemala this past February. It was an amazing experience, I love roasting coffee. I just love coffee, period. Yeah, that has to be the most 'epic' thing I have ever done.

4. If you had a pet lemming, what would you name him?
LEMUEL! I mean, come on, you can't get any better than Lemuel the lemming.

5. What color are the clothes you're wearing right now?
I am wearing a pink, yellow, dusty aqua and fern green flowery April Cornell skirt, and a black top.



6. How awesome are orca whales on a scale of one to ten?
Well, I think Orcas are pretty awesome because God created them. Did you know an Orca in the wild has never attacked a human? It's true! They just should not be put in captivity, it's like killing them in essence. I guess I would give them a 7 or 8. They're not as cool as Blue or Beluga whales.

8. How old do you want to be when you die?
Any age where I would still have my sanity.


9. Name a pet peeve and an addiction.
My pet peeve? PEOPLE WHO MOVE TO CALIFORNIA!!!!! Seriously. Anyone who knows me is aware of this. California is over-populated! That is why we are in a water crisis! Leave California to the natives and bloom where you're planted.
An addiction?This is a little harder... one would be my baby sister and her pudge. She is so CUTE!


10. Write a paragraph detailing your life. 100 word minimum.
I am a follower of Jesus Christ, saved by His grace. I am home-educated, and have always been.
I love my family like crazy. I have an older sister, a little brother and a baby sister. My family owns a coffee house. We roast our own coffee. I am a 4th generation Southern Californian. I love almost everything vintage, retro or antique. I love to draw and paint, especially in watercolor. I love to sing, and I love to harmonize with songs. I love the ocean and beach. My dad is teaching me how to surf. I love to write. I love to read. I love comedy. I love history. I am slightly nutty and goofy, yet serious at the same time. I wonder as I wander out under the stars. I think that is enough.

11. Name one thing that isn't really a secret, but that you haven't really gotten around to telling anyone.
Maybe that I love to write poetry. Or that I get depressed in gray weather.

12. Name another pet peeve.
Hairs in the sink. Snobbish people.

13. Sprechen Sie deutsch?
Nein.

14. Tell a joke.
Here goes...
A man walks into a bar and says... ow.
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15. How many of the questions have you answered in a witty manner so far?
That's not for me to say.

16. Compose a haiku.

I find it quite odd
To write this here random tag
And blog about it.

Was that okay?







17. Have you ever noticed how sour candies taste even more sour if you rub them on the side of your tongue?
They always make my mouth feel raw.

18. What book(s) are you reading at the moment?
Streams of Civilization, volume one...the best ancient history book from a Christian worldview ever.
I am also reading Jane Eyre in my non-existent spare time.

19. How many doors are there in your house?
Seven.

20. How would you solve a problem like Maria?
She doesn't need solving.

21. Think of something about yourself. Anything. Go on, think of it.
I am the only child in my family with brown eyes.

Now think of something more interesting. Write it down here.
I slept in my parents bed until I was four.

23. What's wrong with your legs?
Well, I have an extremely painful blister on my right heel. You really needed/wanted to know that.

24. What's your favorite show tune?
'Anything you can do I can do better' (the story of my life) 'Open a New Window' (the story of my life). Of course, this isn't an all inclusive list. I love many more show tunes.

25. Okay, you can tell us what that first thing you thought of for number 21 was. We all want to know.
I thought that I couldn't believe I didn't know what to write.

Now I tag you if:

You drink coffee or tea every single day,
or
Have brown eyes,
or
Like cheese quesadillas with guacamole,
or
In the rare, random case that NONE of the options apply to you. [ =

That was fun. The End.

~Emily

do I really believe 'to die is gain'?

Every so often, I hear, read or see something that sparks some serious soul searching and self examination, deep, deep down in the darkest corners of my heart. The kind that keeps me awake when I should be asleep, the kind where I force myself to be honest, and it's painful. The most recent time this happened, and most likely one of the more crucial instances... Was it last Sunday, or the Sunday before that? I can't remember. On that day, I learned about one of the Reformers who was tortured and murdered by the Catholic Church for his resounding and unrepentant faith in the Gospel, Salvation by grace and faith alone, and non-violence (the man was Michael Sattler;he was an Anabaptist. I would encourage you to do a little of your own research to learn about him, as this is not a biographical post). He would not back down or shy away from the convictions he held so strongly and dearly, he would not forsake the Hope that he had found...or rather the Hope that found him--Jesus Christ.The price, was of course, death. He left this earth with joy in his heart.
And so, I was forced to ask myself...would I die for Christ? Would I die peacefully and joyfully? Do I really, really, really, hold the Truth of the Gospel higher than any other, and would I DIE for it, like so many have and still do? Or would I forsake it, leave it, just as so many others have, and still do? Of course, I told myself, you would do the right thing. But then, another part of me said, 'sure , you might die for Christ, but what if it wouldn't just be your life on the line? What if standing strong wasn't just your life, but say, Henry or Elizabeth? What if you were tortured or someone you love was tortured on account of your belief? Would you stand strong then? Would you really?'
(If any of you don't know, Henry and Elizabeth are my little brother and baby sister.)
Days followed, and my thoughts were consumed with this one, all important question: Do I love Christ more than I love myself?

I'll answer this question with a question...What could compare with the joys of heaven, of seeing my Saviour face to face,in His presence forever...the answer is, absolutely nothing. If I die, I will be in Glory for eternity. And, on the other hand, what could compare with the guilt and eternal consequence of denying Him, my LORD, and losing the most precious gift of salvation? The answer is, absolutely nothing. It says in Matthew 10:32-33 "Whoever acknowledges me before men, I will acknowledge him before my Father in heaven.But whoever disowns me before men, I will disown before my father in Heaven." those are serious words, serious, true, UNCHANGING words.
Here is a verse that speaks to my core and testifies to the truth:
"I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or death. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain."
--Philippians 1:20-21

Yes, I will live for Christ. And if need be, die for Him.

Joyfully in Him,
Emily
Matthew 10:22

All scripture verses were taken from the NIV translation.

shalom alechem!

''The LORD bless you and keep
you; the LORD make His face
shine upon you and be gracious to you;
the LORD turn His face toward you and
give you peace.''

~Numbers 6:24-26

hymn for the resurrection

Christ the LORD is risen today, Alleluia!

Sons of men and angels say, Alleluia!

Raise your joys and triumphs high, Alleluia!

Sing, ye heavens, and earth, reply: Alleluia!
~~the first verse from the song ''Christ The Lord Is Risen Today'' by Charles Wesley


''HE is not here; He has risen, just as He said.'' Matthew 28:6

May The LORD bless you with a Happy Resurrection Day!

Joyfully in Him,
Emily

a big move...

I can hardly believe it. Dad and Mom just told me today some big news...we are moving. To Wyoming. My Dad just got a job there. In one month, we will be gone. It happened so fast! I'm excited! I'm also sad and a little scared. Of course, my parents know what is best and I trust them.
The only thing I have to say is...



April Fools!!!!
Ha ha ha! Did I get ya? Sorry, I just couldn't resist such a ripe opportunity as this!
We are NOT moving...sorry to disappoint you. [ =
Happy first of April!

Love in Christ,
Emily

P.S I will be 15 in less than a month...the 28th. That is something to be scared about. [ =