Date with Daddy

Walking out of the apartment building, daddy smiles, "Ready for our date?" I nod as we both head for the gold Avanza. Tonight was our date night, and we were going to Starbucks! Reaching for the small, pink ipod, dad says proudly, "There is an amazing Christian rock band on this ipod." I knew something wasn't going to be right when next he said, "Get ready to rock and roll!" Pushing play a band named Petra annunciates every word perfectly every syllable contained in the song. Synthesizers were apparently famous in the 80's.

After running to Metro to grab a few groceries, we park and walk into a serene coffee shop. We ordered two Toffee Nut lattes'. At last we find a spot outside and sink into cushioned chairs. Dad begins to talk about Proverbs 25 as my mid wanders and thinks about this Christian collum I read about dating. Suddenly i decide to get my dad's opinion and ask, "Hey dad. I was reading a "Dear Susie" collum and Susie said dating could help you socially, is that true?" He looks over his Bible and begins to explain to me that you don't have to be with the opposite gender to be helped socially. "In the states, Meredith. Dating is often considered something fun but not serious to do. Let's say Tracy came up to you and said, "hey, do you have a date for Friday night? Because if you don't, I know a guy you could go out with. Now, that's typical for teenagers to think that dating is just a fun harmless thing to do on the weekends. Sure dating isn't wrong, but if you don't have the spiritual maturity and self control to handle it, then it's not a very smart thing to do. Teenagers will say "Oh! we'll never cross the line! All we do is kiss, but nothing ever happens!" Every time you kiss someone you give a piece of yourself away. So, they're "just kissing", but what happens when they don't have the self control to say no to dangerous situations that they never intended to happen. Even amazing Christian guys get themselves into these messes because they didn't set boundaries. This is why dating too young isn't smart, because you haven't learned that self control just yet."

Dad went on to say that that's why he wants me to wait to date. Dating is looking for marriage and that only. I am so thankful my dad has these talks with me!

Destroyed (song I wrote)

The glass is broken

Shattered and away

The picture is torn

Scorned with shame

Faces and more faces are burned with a ray

of

Oh a ray of!

Walking away not paying attention!

Slamming the door in front of their eyes!

Only caring about yourself!

Yeaaaaaaa!

Running away from life itself!

Screaming for help!

Your kingdom you've built has been destroyed!

Destroyed!

Destroyed!

Destroyed!

You wish you could put it all back together

Redo the past

Your family! Your time! Your heart

Not coming back!

You want one wish!

But let me tell you

About the hope that can be yours!

Its calling your name!

He's waiting for your heart!

He can fix up your past cause

(Chorus)

Destroyed

Destroyed

Go on and fill all you have left

With God

Go on and let Him renew you!

He's always there always here

Always will be

And there's nothing that can stop His love!

His love!

Yeaaaaa!

His love!

Nothing can break it!

Nothing can stop it!

It cannot be destroyed!

Destroyed!

Destroyed!

Never gonna break it

Not destroyed!

Dressing for God's perfect plan

"Amy, what do you think of this dress?" She pauses, turning to consult her annoyed friend. "Amy! C'mon seriously, which dress?" Amy sits up after have falling asleep. "Um mm..... I don't really care. Look, we've been sitting here for an hour! The mall is getting impatient, and so am I! Can we just go, please?" Quickly Carmon slips on the blue and green summer dress and her new green high heels. Amy rolls her eyes, "You could not be more obsessed." They both hurry out of the house and into the red sports car. Snatching the keys from Carmon, Amy snorts, "I'm driving, you might break a heel pushing the petals."

For about ten or so minutes the girls talked about different things. Eventually the subject "modesty" came up. Amy started to share her opinion on the subject while Carmon just stayed quiet. Amy continued to talk about modesty like it was something important. I mean, that's what Carmon thought at least. "Seriously? All of these rules, just for clothing. So what's it matter if you show a little more than needed. I mean, sure the dress I'm wearing doesn't really come to my knees, and the top part is low, so what?" Amy smiled and lovingly said, "Carmon, don't think of them as rules. Think of them as opportunities to share what you believe." Rolling her eyes, Carmon laughs, "How does what I wear say anything about what I believe?" Amy continues, "Actually it says a ton! I know this may sound boring, but trust me, it's worth it. When you show "a little too much" it does have an affect on other people. Such as, guys. Sure your dress has a pretty pattern, and us girls may not think anything of it! Guys are totally different! When they see a "little more than needed" (even good Christian guys) they will think things that shouldn't be brought to mind." Carmon paused. This wasn't making any sense! "It's the guys fault if they think things they shouldn't! I should be allowed to wear whatever I want to wear."

Walking into their favorite store, Amy asks Carmon, " Why do you want to wear clothes that make guys stare?" Nodding over at the boy in the corner. "Well," Carmon began, "I kind of like it when they do. It in a way gives me a sense of satisfaction." Amy puts her hand on Carmon's shoulder, "The satisfaction your feeling won't last." Carmon scratched her head. "Hu?" Sitting Carmon down Amy hugged her. "The satisfaction you're getting from stares from guys only draws you closer to what God doesn't want. God wants you to dress modestly and not to give yourself away to just some man. God intended you to marry one man, and for you to love that man. You should not get that kind of affection from anyone else."

Carmon rolled her eyes, "You're going to bring God into this?" With a chuckle Amy said, "Of course! God loves you very much, and has an amazing plan for your life! All you need to do is trust Him to follow through on it. He always will!" Tears streamed down Carmon's faced as she exclaimed, "I have never trusted God! I have always looked for other satisfaction to fill my life! I need Him! I will find all of my satisfaction in Him, but could you give me some more tips on how to dress for God's perfect plan?" The two of them laughed and walked out of the mall.

If You Get Bored Today.....

1. Spin around every time someone say the word awkward
2. Give your dad a big hug!
3. Go stand in the street and sing Christmas Carols
4. Go to the store and buy a rubber ball (send me pictures lol)
5. Prank call someone
6. Watch the Barlow Girl music video Beautiful Ending
7. Put on your Facebook/Myspace/Twitter status Jesus loves you!
8. Shred a piece of paper
9. Say "Ho! Ho! Ho!" 100 times
10. Do this list again

The Parent Crisis!

"Bye mom! I'm going to Bonnie's house! I'll see you tomorrow, okay?" Shouting over my shoulder as I shove myself and my bag out the door. As, I try to hurry down the apartment building hall I hear mom in the distance, "Okay! I love you!" Yes! I'm finally out of the house! Lying around your house all week, does not sit well with me! All of you social butterflies, Ya'll know what I'm talking about. after walking for about ten or so minutes, I finally reach Bonnie's apartment building. She greets me with a hug and smile, and leads me to her room. Sarcastically she asks "So tell me of all the fun you've had staying at home all week!" I muster up a smile and vent to her all I am annoyed at.

As teenagers, we tend to get really annoyed with out families. We want to be with our friends and at the mall or wherever. As long as it's not home, right? Well, let me tell you, although sometimes family can be aggravating, we tend to over react. Oh mom! You totally embarrased me in front of my friends, or mom! Why are you giving me all of these chores! My mama has told me so many times, "Meredith, God has given me a gift that I am to raise to serve Him. Therefore, giving chores and rules trains you to be a responsible adult." Omigosh! I absolutely love it when she tells me those words! Not only do I know that she loves me, but wants me to have a heart to serve the Lord.

So, when you are annoyed with your family and want to get out, remember that they love you and want only to raise you right!

Introduction

Hey guys! My name is Meredith, and I'm 13! I am literally writing this blog because it'll give me something to do over Christmas break! On this blog you will read stories and thoughts of mine. You will also hear stories and events that happen in my life! They're pretty crazy, so it shouldn't be too boring. Thanks guys!