My Series of Unfortunate Events...

Before I get to the song of the week, please allow me to vent a bit. The previous week was Spring Break. For most people this is an exciting time to make plans and get away, go on some crazy adventure, make lasting memories, etc. Oh don't worry, there were crazy adventures and lasting memories I assure you. However, not the kind of memories and stories I would have hoped to blog about.

It started like this: Monday was a pretty easy going day. I went to work and did my daily routine there. Two of my friends stayed in the dorms during break and we had made plans to cook dinner and watch a movie, ya know just take it easy. Which is what we did, it was wonderful. Hannah made a great dinner and we had fun watching the plethora of movies. And then it happened at 3 in the morning. Don't worry I will spare you the details. I woke up with an odd feeling, ya know the one that says, "Oh no, where's the bathroom!" Yep, that's right friends, I got sick. So after cleaning that mess up it's about 4 in the morning and I have to be at work at 9. I get to work stay for the staff meeting and go home. When I arrived at my humble abode I had spiked a fever and had the chills. Mind you, I haven't had food in over 12 hours and I am in no way going to eat. Wednesday begins with me in bed and ends with me in bed. The next day I'm feeling better, so I go to work. I worked all day and felt fine. Friday I wake up and I'm feeling a little under the weather but not to worry, nothing like Monday. Here it is Sunday night and I have a fever of 101.2, sore throat, coughing and surprised my lungs are still inside where they belong, oh and did I mention I can't talk? I sound like a 4 year old girl according to a couple of people. 

In case you were wondering, I did not get any of my goals accomplished. However, I did find an interesting Sushi place. Oh and that's a story in itself.  Oh yeah, Sarah and I went to the Cupcakery, and yet another story. Ready? (sorry this is going to be a longer blog.)

Aimee, Hannah and I decide that I am feeling better and we need something to do. I've been cooped up in this dorm for too long. Sushi sounds good, right? On our way to the restaurant, Hannah is consistently telling me this is the wrong one, we need to turn around, this area doesn't look right. Being my stiff-necked self, I told her I knew what I was doing, and besides these are the directions off the Internet. We end up downtown in a really bad area of town, after dark. It was a lock the doors and drive straight kinda moment. Hannah calls her cousin and we get to the right restaurant in a hurry. On to the Cupcakery story with Sarah...

My best friend has never been to the Cupcakery in Central West End, shocking! So we head down there for some amazing cupcakes, great atmosphere and, some food! It was a great time. If you haven't experienced the Cupcakery, you are missing out my friend! I got a raspberry one and it was SO good. It had raspberry filling in the middle and a light raspberry icing, yum! We then head to Crepes etc. That was scrumptious and if you have yet to visit that restaurant...you're living under a rock. They have the best food for a decent price too, a college kid's dream :) So after our stomachs are stuffed with goodness we start the journey back home. Sarah and I are roughly 10 mins from home and we get captured by the sobriety checkpoint, oh joy. The wait wasn't so bad and the cop was really nice. But, where I'm from the cops drink with the kids so I was no way prepared. I was driving Sarah's car and had forgotten to grab my licences off the dresser. Of course the police officer is going to ask for that, and he does. As he's asking me for them, I'm coughing up part of my lungs. I think he felt bad for me, because I told him I forgot to grab them and all he says is to remember to take them the next time I'm out. 

In all of this craziness and stressful Spring Break, I have learned to lean on God a little more. I asked for patience and God puts me in these situations to strengthen my character. As trivial as these things are now, they were stressful going through them. I thank God that when I don't understand why this is happening or how long must this continue, He is sovereign. God is in control, and I am grateful for that. Hebrews 2:8 says that God has left nothing out of His control and what a wonderful promise! If I was in control I would mess my life up. Therefore, the song of the week (drum roll please) would have to be Jeremy Camp, Enough. God is more than enough for me, more awesome than I know, and all I have is in God is more than enough. 

So there you have it friends, my ridiculously long blog of the week. I pray that you would lay down your burdens and concerns about the following week and focus on the One who created life. Thank God He's in control and is more than enough for you. He is, after all, the reason you are alive today. 

Pick of the week for this week...Zephyr Song by Red Hot Chili Peppers. With the kick off of Spring Break and the amazing weather we're having, the song fits perfect. This has been a pretty mellow week and the song has a tranquil disposition. The Zephyr Song is a great way to start Spring Break. I have realized that I am not that familiar with the Red Hot Chili Peppers. I have several songs of theirs on my ipod but haven't them much attention, that may change now. 

So with this being the start of Spring Break I have a few goals in mind for the week. The first one is to do all my homework. With graduation rapidly approaching, I find myself having more homework than I realize and want to get that all done before getting too stressed out. The second goal is to shop effectively for the apartment. My brother and sister are going to help me out on that :) Thirdly, I want to discover an interesting place in St. Louis. I've lived here for 3 years now and keep going back to the same locations...I want something different. Then there is always the trivial things like, clean my car, keep my room clean, go through the clothes...but those aren't any fun so why bore you with those details! 

In the midst of all this craziness and stress I want to encourage you to not lose focus on the one you were created for. It is hard to balance time, work, friends, family and everything else that comes along with life. However, I bid you all to take time and focus on our Creator. God's beauty and sovereignty, love and justice, grace and mercy the list is everlasting. That is my ultimate goal this Spring Break. We were created to worship...let's get busy worshiping! John 4:23 says, "the hour is coming and is now here when true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship Him." God wants us to worship Him so what are you waiting for?

New Idea

The purpose of a blog is to keep people updated with what is going on in your head, right? If my definition is correct, and please tell me if I am wrong, I am going to start a project. Before I go into it, I love music, all music. My ipod isn't where I want it but getting there :) I have songs from all ends of the spectrum.With that said; once a week I'm going to pick a song that sums up my week or what goals I have for the next week...that kind of thing. For this past week's pick, Come Away With Me~Norah Jones. Why,  you wonder? Well allow me to tell you why :) It's been a restless week and to be honest, anywhere but here would be nice. I love to drive and explore and be adventurous, it's hard to implement that when I have responsibilities at home. I am physically on campus or at work but mentally, a million miles away. 

Another reason why I chose Norah Jones is, I love the style, tone, color, beat, and variety of Norah Jones. This song calms my nerves and for anyone in Res Life this week has been chaos. When I listened to Come Away With Me, I though of taking off at night with my best friend and seeing where we end up. I love being spontaneous and believe this song offers that. So there you have it my friends...Kelly's pick of the week. Please comment on the post and let me know what you think of my new idea, song suggestions, and that kinda thing.  

~Your new found DJ~

Already?

Graduation is quickly approaching! Although it is a fun and exciting time in life...it is also a very very scary one. I can remember thinking if high school was ever going to end and now I'm clenching to every minute I have left of this semester. Soon I will be living officially on my own...yikes! In high school we had senior wills therefore, my will is the following:

I, Kelly Feltes, will to Sarah Marie Long many road trips, random adventures, thanksgiving with my family, and the honor to call you my best friend. To Peggy and Susie I will a blender at 7:00 in the morning, a box of 50 granola bars still in the package, and the many drives to vent. To Hannah-Joy, the ability to stop being so nice, your license, and someone to take you driving on the interstate, oh yeah and my room :). To Mama Schertz, many shopping trips to Sam's, a semester without drama, and wonderful RA's next year. To Papa Schertz I will, the biggest container of Parmesan cheese, the right to finally brag on the Cubs, and mango spray. To the Hessel's, I will a speeding ticket to the unknown kid, a fire truck, and many alcohol busts. To the women RA's I will you guys the ability to deal with the drama, the wonderful weekend dutys, RAT week, and my mom. To the guy RA's I will you, my mom, a non smelly dorm, and an office that is functional. I will to Adam, a wonderful marriage, a "normal" family life,  a great job so you can take care of me, and the privilege to call you my favorite brother and best friend. To all the residents in North Hall, the ability to put up with your RA :), a wonderful time in college, and friendships that rock your world. Oh and don't forget all the great perks about Mobap, like the food. 

To those of you whom I may have forgotten I apologize. But I pray that you live a life glorifying to God and that you will never forget why you are created. As I am ending a chapter and starting a new one, I have come to learn that I really cannot do anything on my own and when I do I mess it all up. I give all the glory to God for getting me through college. I never thought it was possible to obtain a higher education. I thank everyone through the years that had to put up with me. I know that I have been a difficult person at times. A special thanks to those at FBCF for dealing with my ridiculous schedule and loving me in spite of not knowing how to be a secretary. I love all of you guys and pray that God will be glorified through you. 

Today

As I am sitting on my bed watching the news about Obama and Hillary and the gas prices being record high, again, I realize that Americans really need to know who Jesus is. Not because of "where America is headed" but because in all this news broadcasting it is so evident that Americans are selfish people. We are selfish! Who cares that Madonna is getting a divorce when there are children in the world who have never seen a TV. Do you really care what celebrity is having another child? Or what athlete is in jail again for suspected drug use? There are people in the world who do not have running water. Instead of making Americans aware and motivated to fix that problem, we would much rather hear about the drama going on in someones life. Let me tell you...living without running water, sufficient medical personnel, and food IS dramatic! I want to challenge anyone who reads this to get off your butt and do something to help. Instead of going on a family vacation, go on a mission trip. Open your eyes America...we are the only country who lives the way we do. There are more poor countries than rich ones. Christians...SHOW the love that Christ showed you! Stop being passive and having this mind set that someone else will do it. Remember the Grace that God showed you by saving you and tell that to someone.

To Sarah

My wonderful friend, whom will remain anonymous continues to taunt me about the updated-ness of my blog. Which is the reason I am here. Ok so on to the update...After coming back from Haiti I can assure you I am not the same. There is a new perspective of life that I see. The way that people treat others in the states is completely different from the way the Haitians do. I can go on for hours about the things that I saw or learned while in Haiti, but that is for another time.
Shortly after my return from Haiti, Sarah and I went to Virginia to visit her dad. It was amazing! The mountains, the sweet tea, the dog show....everything was excellent. Her father is absolutely fabulous! I took some photo's of the state and different activities we did. Stan, her father's partner, took us to a restaurant called Macado's. It was the craziest place I had seen in awhile. The decor was interesting to say the least, but it was a great time. We also went to a dog show. This was my first experience with a dog show, and let me just tell you, it was so cool! I saw big fuzzy dogs, short fuzzy dogs, and dogs that looked like mops. We were there because Stan was showing a whip-it named Miss Minnie, and she won 2 ribbons and 1 point. I'm not quite sure what the 1 point is about, even though they explained it to me a billion times. All I know is that it was good :)
I've been home for a couple of days and on Monday I leave again to go to Logan Valley. The church that I am interning with is taking the kids to Theology Camp there. So my friend whom shall remain anonymous I won't update until I return. Camp will be fun, we're supposed to be going a float trip and doing other un-planned activities :) K that's it for now...my blog has been updated.