Disney, Disney..and more Disney
It's the first week back from Spring Break and I feel like I've already been here for a month. It's also weird knowing that there's only a month left until summer. I can't believe the semester has come to a close so quickly. On the upside, I had a good Spring Break 08! I just went back to good ole Franklin, TN and spent time with the fam, did a couple photo shoots, when to a show, and spent time with friends. It was all the makings of an incredible week and a half!
After baking a batch of what were possibly THE BEST chocolate chip cookies I’ve ever had in my life, Raychel and I settled in on the couch with our chocolate treats and watched the movie version of the musical “Rent.” It was a very interesting movie. I really enjoyed the music and I learned how many minutes are in one year: 525, 600! Raychel and I had that song stuck in our heads all night. 
Both teams won and I had a lot of fun at the games. I'm looking forward to the Belmont vs. Lipscomb game on February 22nd. My mom will be in Nashville that weekend so hopefully we will be able to go.
Let me preface this entry by saying that these past three weeks at Belmont have been absolutely life-changing for me. There is no way I could possibly express how welcomed I have felt since my first day here or how much I love everything about this place. One consistent characteristic of Belmont, and perhaps what I love most about it, is the genuine hospitality of everyone here. People make eye contact with each other. Strangers greet each other with a “Hey! How are you?” There is just such a sense of community and optimism here and I love being a part of it.
When my class came in just a couple of years ago, everyone was just amazed how big the class was and how academically qualified we were. But fast forward to now, this class easily beat my incoming class by a few hundred, and from what I hear they are more qualified academically as well. This just shows how the culture and standard surrounding Belmont is quickly changing and growing with each class. The vibe here on campus is much different from years past as far as the start of school. It seems like the freshmen brought an extra boost of energy to campus and it can be noticed on everybody's faces.
. I have to say, so far, I'm very pleased with the decision. As far as music goes, I'll listen to stuff that rocks, but I don't really play it, so the acoustic stylings suit me much better. I used this beauty to lead worship this past Sunday for the first time in front of the whole church. It was quite cool, and every one was really encouraging. Really, I just want God to be glorified through anything I do.
I was with awesome friends (as you can see in the picture), listening to amazing music, and standing literally three feet away from some of my favorite musicians ever! We even got to shake hands with a bunch of the presenters and performers! It was an awesome experience, and worth every one of those six hours waiting in line to get in. 
Last weekend I attended the annual Phi Kappa Tau (For more about Greek Life at Belmont Click 
So far, today has been quite relaxing! The gloomy skyline of Music City USA has encouraged me to make the best out of an ordinary Saturday! I decided to grab a quick lunch in the cafeteria this past afternoon, and for some reason, motivated myself to maintain a healthy lifestyle by working out in the 
You've heard rumors about them. Freaky freshmen who come to Belmont and attempt to earn all their convocation credits in their freshman year. What kind of insane person would attempt such a thing? Not only do you need ten convocation credits in five areas (Spiritual Development, Personal Growth, Culture and Art, Academic Lecture, and Community Service), but you also have to attain ten electives as well. Who would attempt such a feat in their freshman year? Well, you're looking at her.
So, last night after watching the Bruin's Men's Basketball game (We lost but it was so close) I decided to hit up the Curb Cafe with a few friends. 
