DC Cupcakes!

    So on our way back to Statesboro this summer ( to head to Brittany's wedding- blog will be posted soon) Moriah and I decided to make a pit-stop to our friend Jacobs house who lives in McDonough, Georgia. What was so special about this visit, was that Jacob had flown out the day before to Washington D.C. to get cupcakes for his sister, Abby, birthday. Such a good brother. If you watch TLC, he got these cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake which is from the show DC Cupcakes! Although I am not a huge fan of Sophie and Katherine, I was dying to try their famous cupcakes. 

The superstar who took a day flight to DC to pick up these delicious cupcakes:

My camera doesn't capture the beauty of the cupcakes, but they were delicious. 

Thanks for sharing Jacob and Abby!

Graduation 2011!

     Graduation: come and gone so fast. I had such a good day, and I am not even sure it really has sunk all in. My family came to town Friday evening and we went to Chili's for dinner. Our plan was to go to the baseball game afterwards, but a huge storm rolled through. So my mom, dad, and brother,Cameron, went to Manny's for a drink and to watch the Braves game. Afterwards, Cameron and I hung out with some of my friends at a bon fire. We didn't stay out too late because 8am rolled around quick! 

Dan Cathy, president of Chick-Fil-A was our commencement speaker. He is a Georgia Southern Alum and had such a good speech. He said the 2 things you need in order to be successful are 1. your cell phone in order to stay connected (he preceded to give out his cell phone number) and 2. the bible and trust in God (Proverbs 3:5-6).I loved to hear such a successful business man with a heart for Jesus. He told us when our diplomas come in the mail, we will be getting a coupon for a free chicken sandwich. His only request was " when you redeem our free sandwich, bring someone who is paying full price." 

 

 Freedom is our schools mascot. He is a rescued bald eagle that flies across all the graduates on graduation. This was by far my favorite part of the ceremony. 

Graduates!

Leah, Sarah and I with our diplomas and our Conference Rings!

The Family!

Grandma and Grandpa

 Little Brosef

Roomies for 3 years!

1005 til I die! 

Most of all the student athletes 2011

The entire family!

We did it!

 

Grandma and I

       After graduation, we picked up a quick lunch at Zaxby's and then went to look at my new apartment for next year. I am so excited about living there next year and my family all like it a lot. We headed to Savannah for dinner at Paula Deens restaurant called Lady and Sons. It was my second time being there and it was so so good. I may still be full from it. This weekend was full of fun, friends, family and faith and I hate saying see ya later to people. Luckily, I will still in be in Statesboro for the next few years. My heart is not ready what so ever to say good bye to this town or the people here. I have had such a great 4 years, I am so sad they have come to an end, but looking forward to the next to come!

Birthdays and more!

     I have been so busy this week I haven't been updating as often as I'd like. I had 2 finals and a project, so I was kinda studying earlier this week. Wednesday was Morgans birthday, so Jacob and I put together a little birthday bash at Shane's Rib Shack. Now that I have a blog, I have become quite the shutter bug.  

We got her a cake that says, " Happy Birthday Morgan Bieber." I am pretty sure she loved it.

Some friends that celebrated with us.

Happy birthday future roomie!

Jacob, me, Moriah and Meghan

 We spent too much time outside of Shane's comparing booties.. 

After Shane's, Meghan and I went to the softball game and there was such a beautiful sunset.  I love Statesboro.

We went to Gnat's Landing for some wings on Thursday, and developed food babies. But I think Morgans looks a little too real and she looks a little to okay with it.

Lately, the thing to do is go to " The Big House" (which is right across from Chris's house) and play Mario, listen to Casey and Will sing and play guitar, and have a bon fire. I love it, and I sure am going to missing it!

My last weekend as an undergraduate: can. not. believe. it. 

Ali had her engagement party on Friday afternoon. It's so weird going to grown-up events! The roomies minus Sarah. 

All the girls that came! Tennis team + a few randoms (Caroline and I). 

Shea, one of Ali and Melanies former teammates, brought her son to the party. It was so fun to be around a baby. He is adorable. 

Later that night, we went to a get together at a few of our "Dublin" friends house. Casey and Will played guitar by the bon fire most of the night,  entertaining to say the least.

My dearest friends Chris and Morgan. 

     Saturday morning I worked at an FCA campus at Southeast Bulloch High School with a couple of the other FCA leaders. I wasn't sure how I was going to relate with middle schoolers because it's been so long but I really enjoyed! I loved my huddle group, and I have to brag we tied for first for the competitions of kickball, dodge ball, and basketball. I couldn't believe what a solid understanding these young girls had of the gospel. It was so encouraging to see.  

  The girls of group 1!

All the FCA  huddle leaders!

     Today, the team got introduced at the baseball game for winning SOCON and we got to eat in the champions room afterwards. Moes + cake = happy volleyball team. 

The last time I will ever have to wear those ever so flattering polos. 

Our medallions!

Dinner for CHAMPS!

      I've had a pretty good week! This Monday, the volleyball team was invited to eat at the president of our university, Dr.Keel, house because we are such a big deal won SOCON. We felt so grown up, and almost out of character because we didn't quite know the correct etiquette. Like... how many times can you go back for more food? 

SOCON Champs 2010!

Obviously Moriah was studying the food, which was so yummy. There was chicken and shrimp and veggies and flat bread with goat cheese! And for dessert they had carrot cake and cookies and fudge-brownies. All sorts of delicious stuff. I think they were a little surprised how much we could chow down.. 

 

 Confession: most of these pictures were taken to capture the beautiful house.

     It was so nice for them to invite us to their home. It was so beautiful and so close to campus, who woulda thought? 

    Tuesday was my last FCA as an undergrad. Stuart Hall spoke and I wish I could type up all my notes because it was that good. He went over Matthew: 25- 34, which is something I need to be reading every day due to the uncertainty of all that comes along with graduating. But what is that worrying going to do for me? There really is no point to worry when God is in control. He has a will for his life in me. I loved when Stuart talked about people's "calling." When in reality we are only called to Jesus. With that, he gives us specific gifts, and for those gifts he gives us passion. He doesn't "call" you but just gives you passion. Now, I have to make sure my heart is matched up to be passionate for the kingdom of God. 

Just a warning: this blog is long and random, but it will include lot of pictures so that's fun! 

On Friday, we had Relay for Life at the Fair Grounds. All the survivors take a lap, then the athletes, following everyone else. It's really cool to see every one together to support such an awesome cause. After we walk a few laps, we have a little barbecue with hamburgers and hot dogs.

Some of the volleyball team + Brent. 

Later on, Moriah and I decided to be social and go out. The funniest part of the night was when a girl bent over to pick something up, and on her way up nailed Moriah in the nose giving her a bloody nose. She is prone to bloody noses, but it was just funny because everyone thought she had been fight. Most definitely not the case. 

(prior to the mishap) 

  As I have mentioned before, my roommate Ali is engaged! So we went to a local dress shop in town called Frills and Fancies on Saturday. There was 5 of us, and it was all our first time shopping for a wedding dress. It was so fun! We went around the store and marked the dresses we/Ali liked and then the process began. The 4th dress Ali tried on was "the one." It really helps to have such a decisive bride. I took so many pictures but can't post them because the dress has to be a surprise! 

Here's a little sneak peak: 

This is Ali in her dress with the beautiful ring!

The bride and I!

    Afterwards we all went to Mellow Mushroom for lunch, and La Berry for dessert. Such a successful, fun day. Later that night, Moriah and I jumped the bandwagon and started watching Will and Kate wedding coverage. It was a wonderful Saturday evening. 

    Since we are all moving out soon, Melanie and I decided we needed to start cooking everything we have.   

               I started with banana bread..                             then we made this pasta salad: 

This is a combination of onions, corn, red peppers, peas and tomatoes. Sounds gross, but it's not bad at all! 

Then we made a pasta bake. We used ground turkey, penne noodles and egg noodles, and lots of cheese. And garlic toast of course.

Don't worry, Melanie is full clothed. 

Lastly, we had canned pineapple and cherries so we decided to combine them and make a pie! So we made the dough, and combined it all. 

   

    
 So last week I was in Alpharetta for Easter, so I missed church at Connection. And when I am not there, I really miss it. What I love about Connection,(besides the worship band and Brandon)  is that it really challenges me in my faith. Brandon was a little scattered brain today, but he hit so many good topics. The more and more I read, learn, listen etc. about God, it blows me away just how extraordinary he is. Every day, I fall more and more in love with him. He really can change anyones heart.I loved when Brandon said this: is the work of the devil in the garden greater than the work of God on the cross?

     We are as close to God as we choose to be so why wouldn't we want to pursuit the one who has been pursuing us this entire time? I get so so excited to see how he has been working on campus here at Georgia Southern, and in my life. I want with all my heart for people to look at ME and praise HIM.