• November 8, 2012
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Gypsies, Change, and Bueller

Every year, the Residence Life office puts on a themed Halloween event. This year’s theme was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. I went to this night of wonderment with a large group of friends all dressed for success. I dressed as a gypsy, which made me more excited than I can adequately describe. As long as I can remember, I have always wanted to be a gypsy. As a child, I would dress up in my best gypsy outfit and take my pet goat for a walk. So this Halloween, I got to relive those days by putting on all my gypsy getup and going to the Willy Wonka event. Not only did this include Oopa Loompas, costumes, and candy, we had a legitimate chocolate slip ‘n slide. I know, right?! Basically so many dreams came true that night. Thank you, CBU. Thank you.

With all things, fun or difficult, that happen in my life, I find the need to stop and look for the significance in each occurrence. The changes that my friends and I underwent for Halloween by simply donning a costume remind me of real transformations in life, community and relationships. Some are fun to go through, while others confuse us and bring pain. I’m fully convinced, however, that all are good so long as they produce growth.

Beyond the Halloween celebration, this has been an eventful and crazy week. While I did get to have some fun, I also struggled to meet deadlines and saw my relationships change. Over the past week, some of my relationships have developed while others have ended. I have been confronted with emotional difficulties on several levels and have been reminded of my need to constantly rely on Christ. He is my energy, security and my enthusiasm, and I am so blessed that He sees me worthy enough to challenge and shape into a better servant. I know that whether people walk in or out of my life, my God never changes, and He loves me more than I will ever understand. Each relationship serves its purpose, and there is growth to be had in each situation.

Over the course of a semester, your major might change, you grow closer to Christ, and your relationships may continually develop while others end. I believe that we are meant to notice and fully live through each and every change in our lives. It’s okay to feel the hurt and disappointment that comes from a difficult goodbye. It is also so important to embrace the moments when you feel most alive. Love the good times. Laugh and love other people hard. Constantly give thanks to God for all moments, easy or not, because it is a privilege to live for Him. Don’t see any situation as an excuse to complain and whine your way through a day. Take notice of change, and really live through it. Feel all there is to feel and search for ways to glorify God in every situation.

I’ll leave you with a profound quote I found in a not-so-profound 80’s movie:

“Life moves fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”

Thank you, Ferris Bueller. Enjoy the rest of your day off.