I've Come to Realize...

So awhile ago there was this tag on facebook about different things you've come to realize about yourself, life, and other things. I thought it looked like a cool tag, so I decided to start it up on the blog world. Feel free to take it (or parts of it) and spread it around! 

1. I've come to realize that my hair: will cooperate with just about anything I do to it.

2. I've come to realize that when I talk: I need to be genuine.

3. I've come to realize that if I make a mistake: it's okay. I can't be perfect, though I ought to strive for that in Christ.

4. I've come to realize that all I really need: is God. He is more than enough to satisfy me.

5. I've come to realize that I've lost: a lot of sleep at college. :P

6. I've come to realize that I hate: how the world has twisted, broken and bent out of shape so many good things that God has created.

7. I've come to realize that money: needs to be kept track of.

8. I've come to realize that when I get old: my witness will be an even greater testimony and encouragement to others than it is now.

9. I've come to realize that I'll always be: a musician at heart.

10. I've come to realize that I have a crush on: someone who I'm striving to be simply a sister in Christ to.

11. I've come to realize that the last time I cried: I was on the phone with a friend.

12. I've come to realize that my cell phone: is kind of essential for a college student.

13. I've come to realize that when I wake up in the morning: it's God who wakes me up.

14. I've come to realize that before I go to sleep at night I: like to get a hug.

15. I've come to realize that right now I am thinking about: too many things at once...

16. I've come to realize that my life: can be used by God to bring Him glory - only when I'm satisfied in Him.

17. I've come to realize that when I get on Facebook: my productivity level goes way down...

18. I've come to realize that today I will: be practicing music for most of my waking hours.

19. I've come to realize that tonight I will: probably still be practicing.

20. I've come to realize that tomorrow I will: always have a fresh start.

21. I've come to realize that I really want to: be with those I love forever. Never leave.

22. I've come to realize that I really dislike to: be stressed out and not have enough time for the people I love.

23. I've come to realize that relationships are: vital and yet so difficult to keep healthy.

24. I've come to realize love: is a lot deeper and more time-consuming than presented in movies.

25. I've come to realize my best guy friend(s): are not many.

26. I've come to realize my best girl friend(s): are one of the best gifts God has given to me.

27. I've come to realize food: (homemade food) is awesome, and I should appreciate it more.

28: I've come to realize that this summer: is almost over, and has been such a blessing for me.

29. I've come to realize heartbreaks: are not something I want in my life if I can at all help it.

30. I've come to realize that my parents: are the best counselors and friends besides my Heavenly Father.

31. I've come to realize that my sister(s)/brother(s): don't have to come from the same family - and they love me more than I know.

32. I've come to realize that crying: is often healing. And it's ok to do, even in front of people.

33. I've come to realize that death: has been conquered by Christ my Lord!

34. I've come to realize that if I'm sick: I hate being a total invalid. I still try to be up doing things, even if I really should be in bed.

35. I've come to realize when I'm bored: there must be something wrong with me. I'm never bored.

36. I've come to realize that my sibling(s): are one of the best gifts God has given me.

37. I've come to realize that work: (a job) is hard to come by, especially for a pianist with little experience in other fields.

38. I've come to realize that family: is so very precious.

39. I've come to realize when I go shopping: I get consumed too easily.

40. I've come to realize that my car: is still currently nonexistent... :P

41. I've come to realize my boyfriend/girlfriend: will only be revealed to me in God's perfect timing.

42. I've come to realize that God: is bigger and stronger and wiser than I ever imagined.

43. I've come to realize I let out my emotions by: playing the piano or talking with someone.

44. I've come to realize I wish I would've: formed a close relationship with my mom earlier.

45. I've come to realize that high school: was fun, but not as fun as college. ;)

46. I've come to realize that music: will always be a part of my life.

47. I've come to realize that time: can be my friend if I use it wisely.

48. I've come to realize that books: are best shared with a friend, or even read aloud.

49. I've come to realize that nature:'s beauty is only a tiny reflection of God's character.

50. I've come to realize that sunsets:, while gorgeous, are not as beautiful as sunrises, in my opinion.

51. I've come to realize that secrets: are usually not wise.

52. I've come to realize that hugs: make me feel especially loved.

53. I've come to learn that smiles: are one of the best things to give away.

54. I've come to realize that laughter: brightens up my life like fireworks on a clear night.

55.I've come to realize that tears: can heal.

56. I've come to realize that faith: is what I must live by every day. ("The righteous shall live by their faith.")

57. I've come to realize that trust: is how I want to approach my Savior.

58. I've come to realize that hot cocoa: is not as good as tea... though much better than coffee, in my opinion!

59. I've come to realize that political parties: will never be perfect until Christ's 1,000 year reign.

60. I've come to realize that life: is one huge blessing, no matter how rough the road. Simply to breathe and move and be is an amazing gift from my almighty God!

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