What a cool weekend it has been. Even when i plan on having a low key weekend it always ends up too busy. I dont know what my priorities are anymore... i seem to have no time for work and they are really hating me coz i always say no. But then when i really need to work they remind me of the times ive said no, it sux. Anyway...

I went to the live concert on friday. And yes to those of you who say to me "arent all concerts live?" im not gonna give you an answer because its likely your tastes in music are limited or you have been living under a rock for the most of your life, well if your younger than 15- then all your life. They toured with Shannon Noll, and i didnt know what the expect. He did pretty well infront of the half- capacity crowd not the mention the annoyance of teen boppers behind us screaming 'take your shirt off' the whole time.. well not to us ofcourse.

Anyway the other half of the crowd came intime for LIVE to make an awesome entrance.. well i have church now lol but i'll definately blog again

Robbie

Hey peoples!

I just read my friends blog and the title of it was 'everything's just wonderful.' Yes, I know that feeling. But i can also say that i know how the opposite feels like too. Its been one of those weeks, again. I havent been looking forward to much, overshadowed much by emotional and physical fatigue.

I had an interesting short chat with a Matt and Nigel before i left church on Sunday, and when conversation turned from how things were going with Nigel and Jane it turned to me and how i was going with my 'love life.' i hadnt really thought about it, but it triggered a pretty accurate reflection of what i was feeling. With honesty, i said that i had almost too many to chose from (to ask out), but as far away from suggesting i was a pimp or ladiesman or what you may call it. I simply meant, and started to explain, that i dont want any more short term relationships which last months or weeks. Im totally ready to settle down into a long, committed relationship. I want to chose the right person, and not just launch into things realizing later on that it was a mistake.

Cricket just isnt cricket when theres no sledging right? Well bloody oath... especially when you have to cop it from your own team mates! My cricket team is marred by racist taunts, and judgement of skills. You have a bad day, oh yes your team mates will let you know about it alright. Welcome to my cricket team. I have worked hard to get to A-reserves and now im pretty sure i want to quit. Im there to develop my skills and have fun and just to play cricket not to be put down and be the victim of vicious, personal jokes. I know im not as good as some in the team, only because they have had about 6+ years more experience than me. I work extra hard, which is why i earnt the best fieldsman trophy last season. Everyone should just shutup and play cricket!

Anyway thats all for now
Robbie

To my friends and blog readers,

I would be lying to you if I said I wasn’t enjoying life at the moment. So much has happened during the week, yet it has passed so quickly, as often happens- time is needed to reflect and reassess where I am with my relationship with God. As a matter of fact I’m excited with my renewed relationship with God, and it really puts me in line at the best of times.

I met 3 lovely people from Uni during the week. Here’s the story! I was walking towards the microwave in the cafeteria to heat my pasta , and when I opened the microwave there was already food in there being heated! So when it was my turn to heat my pasta, I nearly dropped my food on the ground! It was slightly embarrassing but 3 fresh faced, well dressed girls found it a little amusing. So I ended up having lunch with them. But here’s the good part. One was from Canada, another from Germany and the other was from QLD. AND they were Christians doing study on and around campus. So I just new it was meant to be and I was able to share a bit of my journey with them. I’ve had an opportunity to get in contact with them and I’m hoping they can help me grow in my faith.

Saturday was a very busy day. I went to the beach with some friends and enjoyed really windy, choppy conditions. The swell was about 1.5meters and waves were awesome if you could catch the right one. I must say Bondi must be the friendliest beach, or maybe we are just very approachable people! Had an awesome time. So coming back from the beach we went to my all time favourite place, Tradies at Gymea. It was Jaz’s 20th and the night was very fun. I was able to get into the retro 80’s and 90’s, my favourite music! I was able to control my drinking but still have a good social time. All in all I was happy with the way I conducted myself with those around me.

I have figured out being a Christian doesn’t require me to completely throw out everything that I’ve had to be a completely, new, faultless person. I guess nothing can change who I am as a person. I can still do things I’ve always loved doing and I can still live a normal life. I just need guidance and support from God and fellow Christians as well as my best friends. I really appreciate all those who have cared and been with me every step of the way.

Till Next Time,
Cheers,
Robbie

What a weekend it has been! Must say I’m devastated over the Sydney Swan’s loss on Saturday afternoon. I don’t think it actually hit me till I woke up on Sunday. I had momentarily put the reality of the loss to the back of my mind to rush to a 21st party after the game. I don’t think even drinks could have drowned my sorrows though I found comfort in shutting down anyone who attempted to talk about the result. I guess today being Monday, I found slight comfort in witnessing my beloved Broncos take the NRL trophy last night. It’s been somewhat an emotional rollercoaster this weekend.

Thursday I had an intense training session at the cricket nets with a mate who had just come back from playing in England; I respect him highly as a player and got some really good coaching tips. I got hit in the chest by a fast bouncer, I’m lucky it didn’t get me on the other side. My whole right arm still hurts right now.

Sunday’s church service was very interesting. The sermon was about Spiritual Gifts and speaking in tongues. I have actually witnessed such activity in the past when invited to a church on a Friday night out Seven Hills way. I was scared and it really got me asking questions out of confusion. I intend on finding out more.

I haven’t had much time to ponder anything this weekend. I look forward to finishing my assignments so I may be relieved of some stress temporarily. My life is a balancing act at the moment; work, uni, birthdays, church and home-group, social life, sport. Damn! Perhaps I could assign each of these one day a week, every week!

Till Next Time,
Robin