Where I'm Headed

For the last few months I've been prodded with one particular question. But it's not only me, it's all 2009 graduates. The question... "What are you doing next fall?!" At first this question didn't bother me but as the school year has come to a close and graduation is quickly on it's way I'm being asked this even MORE and we'll just say it's getting old. So here's a blog update to answer a few of the common questions.

Where are you going to school? The Association Free Lutheran Bible School [AFLBS].

Where is it located? Plymouth, Minnesota. Roughly 20 minutes from my house.

How long will you be there? 2 years.

Are you living at home? No. Not only is it required that I live in the dorms but, Joel has begun making plans to move his drum set into my room.

How did you find out about the school? The Bible school is a part of The Association Free Lutheran Congregations [AFLC] which is the denomination our church is a part of. I’ve also known about the school for awhile because many of my friends have gone there.

Is it really expensive? No. It's roughly $9,000 a year including room, food, classes, etc...

Why did you choose this school? Because, my Christian faith is very important to me and I want to focus on God two years before I continue onto another college. Some of the credits I earn will go towards my future degree, but my main purpose isn’t the academic credits it’s diving into God's word and drawing closer to him. Another reason I want to go is to find strong Christian friends. This may sound a little cheesy, and you many be thinking... "Go to college to find friends...?!" But here's the deal. Friendships are really important. I was talking to a friend yesterday and there were a few seniors from our church last year that have fallen away from God in a big way. Why? Because of the people they're hanging around. Sure I could find strong Christian friends if I didn't go to this school, but I know that by going to school with them and constantly being in the Word we'll be a lot closer, and I also know that these are friendships I'll treasure for the rest of my life. Woah, that was a long answer...

Who will you be rooming with next year? Her name is Brianne she is from North Dakota and I've know her for roughly 2 years. She's super fun and we're both really looking forward to rooming together! Next year will be her second year.

What’s next after AFLBS? After two years there, I’ll get an art degree for photography. Also, possibly a minor in some kind of web design or something. This is just the tentative plan and knowing me, will probably change within the next 2 years. God willing, photography will start coming together soon, and I'll have a business up and running within the next two years. I'm starting a business at age 18 and our country is in a "economic spiral downwards!" I try convincing myself that I'm crazy but it's a dream and what kind of person would I be if I didn't run after my dreams?

So that's that. If anyone has anymore questions leave them in the comment box and I'll be sure to answer them!