Opening Archives: all the previous openings to timbenedict.com front page
Opening Archives:
all the previous openings to timbenedict.com
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Openings from the Beginning
September 28, 2002: Today I am writing to you from a new world; from world behind a catechism of doubt and struggle. College. Clearwater Christian College is the place, and regretfully I admit I'd rather be somewhere else. Things were definitely not the way people praised them to be. But through a long battle with hardship, I chose to stand my ground and survive. I'm looking elsewhere for next year, but waiting it out this one. I'm seeking my Commander to guide and direct me, and show me where He wants me to go, and what He wants me to do. On a lighter note, I've come to an understanding with uncertainty. I need tips, for once, on being a person where it's hard to be one. It's quite difficult. However what if I could be simple again, and take my crayons and color again. Wow! Anyway, that's what I'm thinking about right now, and thought it would be right to explain my feelings. I know, I haven't updated my website but dont' fret, I have some big-time revisions planned, so be sure to keep checking up on me. Signing off, watch out for peoples opinions.
August 17, 2002: Wow. Wow is a word too many people use without taking advantage of the beautifully intrinsic nauture found within its meaning. And yes, I am being serious. In fact, I will define "wow" for you: an exclamation of surprise, wonder, pleasure, etc. (The American College Dictionary. Random House, New York, 1956) If you have been stumped by the previous two sentences, forget reading the rest of my introduction; it only gets better. You are probably wondering why I've chosen to open this way, and for that I will explain. First, but least important, wow, I have not written an opening in months. Someone once told me, "no apologies." Therefore, I will not apologize. Second, wow, the past three weeks of my life have been equivalent to living in a dream, or a fairy tale. I can't think of any other person who could meet who I've met and become so speechless that he use a simple and easy-to-use word, and only after, discover how special it is. Wow. One more thing, if you are who I think you (plural) are, and are having fun checking me out, again, making me laugh and want to meet you all; you (plural) ought to sign my guest book, each one of you. In fact, if you have any questions for me, find out how to get them answered with a 10 digit number and a bit of time to let me talk! Wow! So I leave unimportant details for last. I'm going to college in a week, where I'll be able to update this more frequent ("you all" are happy I'm sure). Before I give you my final last words, I thought I'd clue you in this is the first time it's been a personalized message. Signing off, if you (you you, plural)) have no clue what I mean, just ask her.
March 8, 2002: So I have changed this, good for me. Ever thought about what you need to do and then you realize that you do not do what you needed to do? That's about what I'm trying to pull apart right now with school and all. I better by this weekend. Well, my birthday's this Monday, the 11th, and it's the big 18. I'm happy as always though, even though things can get rough, I rejoice in my living Savior, Jesus Christ, for He makes it worth it all. I'm busy running track...trying to break the five minute barrier in the mile (1600). On top of all that,, I'm very pleased with the things God's done for me in the past month or so. I'm thankful for my friends here at my school, Evangelical Christian School, and thankful for my dear friend in Africa: you know who you are. Signing off, remember to vote Republican if you want to remain an American.
March 12, 2002: Man oh man, I am a man now, in some eyes anyway. That is to say I've turned 18. With that said already, I'm sure you've noticed that I have updated this in, what? 3 days? Good for me. That makes two in the archive folder. But this week has proven to be a 'test' in the complete sense of the word. I've already had two exams and probably by the time I make another entry here, I'll have taken all six of them. I'm doing well in each class, but that doesn't mean I get to slack off. Which reminds me, slacking off isn't good in school, or life for that matter, but it does not work in your relationship with Jesus Christ. I've learned to work hard at it and after doing that, you'll find that you've missed out on a lot when you did slack off! If you don't know what I'm talking about, ask me. Well. Signing off, don't forget to turn your light off.
March 15, 2002: Well, Friday here, and the week, it's over--and that my friends, is an accomplishment. How I managed to go through a week of school, a week of quarter exams, and a birthday, a tough track meet, 10 miles of running, and a driver's license...I'll never know. But I can say that trusting the Lord got me through it. I can relax. Like I said, driver's license, I can drive now. In fact, I just got back from the mall with my friend Adrian U. from Romania...cool guy, in fact you can visit him online at his webpage. (click to visit) As it stands now, tomorow is SATs for me. If you remember, pray for me. This weekend looks like college applications, other then that, relaxation and recovery. What can I say, God's great! Well, signing off, don't forget to be you.
March 18, 2002: Monday has arrived sooner then I have, but that doesn't mean I get to slack off. But what if....... Anyway, my weekend departed on me, and I have mixed emotions as to how much I accomplished. I do believe I did what I was supposed to, but it sure didn't feel like it. I had SAT's Saturday...my my my, I hope my score isn't as bad as how I felt when I took them. Oh well, and no I'm not complaining. I had my sports banquet for school that evening, and it went well. I received MVP for basketball. Probably the best thing that happened to me else-wise was going the mall with Adrian (website) and then another mall with my sister. Okay so this week means testing...good news: you don't study for them. After this week, well, let's just say spring's gonna break me. Thanks for your prayers. Signing off, if you don't understand yourself, let someone know.
March 22, 2002: Blue font? What is that? Listen, today, is a sad day. My team, yes the best team out there, Duke, is no longer. I commence my sorrow with blue font, in the memory of the blue devils. Today is Friday, and that my friends, means spring break! Let's say that together, "S P R I N G--B R E A K." And what does that mean? Yes you said it, whatever you said. I say restoration, but I'm going to be running a lot, on the beach (haha) and working around the house, putting applications in, and resting. This past week was the climax to my pains, but look, I made it and you should be proud of me! I had a good week, ran in a tough track competition, but didn't do all my work I need to, but it's okay now! Hey I am enjoying reading and studying Hamlet by Shakespeare! Remember me when you see the sad color of blue, and hatred when you see red! My word, the colors of my webpage! NO, that's not the meaning either. Signing off, don't forget sunscreen.
April 16, 2002: It's something I was supposed to do, but didn't. Can you guess why? Yes if you said I have no time, you guessed it. I was supposed to update this regularly, but I ended up not having the time. Okay, so here I am and I hope all you regular-visitors, if any, are reading this. Well, that past few weeks obviously were busy, very busy. God's been very good to me, and helped me through it. Also, a special girl helped helped make each day a bright one! I played in the Southwest Florida Basketball All-star game last Wednesday, and let me tell you, that was amazing! Other then that, what I would say is exciting, we're re-carpeting our house! Come on, that is not easy. Everything's a mess. I do have good news...no final exams for Tim Benedict! That, folks, is wonderful. Oh, and one thing I wanted to comment on, America better get their two-cents out of Israel because Israel is fighting worse terrorism then we are, and who are we to tell them to stop? If you have an answer to that, e-mail me. Well, signing off, if it's a polynomial and f is continuous and defined, and differentiable at all points, it meets the Mean Value Theorum.
April 22, 2002: Well hello! Boy, is that really the date? That means, exactly a month from tomorrow, the 23rd, Tim Benedict here graduates. Oh, and no, I'm not being presumptuous either. That's by days, but by school days, it's even shorter. I think I really only have two weeks left of school school. I am exempt from finals! What a relief that is. Okay, so you anyway(s) (yes, for you) I had a good weekend. I re-put together my room after re-carpeting. How fun right? It was though, and I cleaned out a lot of JUNK and my room looks great. Only, let's see for how long! A little more then a month from now, my older sister is getting married. : ( He's a great guy though. : ) But, she is a pre-med major and her last class in her last year is Genetics...mmmm...and according to her studies, because both her and her future hubby are left handed, she is convinced her child will be left-handed. Not I, for I'm putting a wager down, that her first little baby (Lord willing) will be none other then right-handed. E-mail me, all you Genetic Doctors who happen to visit my site (If not, e-mail me anyway) and let me know what you know, so I can..hmm...argue it! Okay, signing off, the bell rings.
April 30, 2002: I never thought about the covert effect taking exams has on one's intellect. However, today that crossed my mind with an extreme radiance of stressfulness. By the time the third exam came around, all valued information seemed to revolt and quickly deteriorate any understanding of the material of which I was to be tested on. It is my position now, to fairly warn you of the post-examination trauma you will face upon discovering the rare, covert effect of taking exams. Let the reader beware. What you have just read sounds rather vague, does it not? Yes, my thoughts are so strewn from making sense that to let me know would only get you a "and-what-are-you-implying" stare. Translation: I hope to have just taken the last of my exams in my high school career. These were six week exams, the final set before Finals. I truly hope that I have received an A in the fourth quarter for all my classes. If done so the previous three quarters, and if I do this last quarter, I am exempt. Just saying those last three words makes me gleeful [yeah that is a word]. Now that you, the reader, are up to date, you may wish to put your "you hope" intrinsic value to use in finding me, the writer, a cure for post-examination trauma. Signing off, never under any circumstance say the word "only" after you stand on one foot.
October 1, 2003: Don't be fooled. Yes, what you are thinking now is true. My website has been updated. It has been one year today that I have last updated whatever-you-call-this online. And, it was not my idea. Then who's, you say. Josh's. Shannon's mom's. That's right, Josh is bummed, and Shannon's mom complimented me. Hence, I, uh, hurried to update this. It was almost embarrassing, if you who are regular to timbenedict.com noticed, I haven't updated this and it's a year old...and people are STILL VISITING! Anyway, you got the picture. I hope it doesn't boar you. (funny) Here's the point. Check it out again. I'll keep a lot on here that's always been on first, because I'm too lazy and time-challenged to replace everything, and second because it looks better. Okay? Great, I'm Tim, for those of you who are new, and I'm a sophomore at Baptist Bible College, having the time of my life, learning about an incredible God, and freezing everything else off my body. Signing off, don't forget to thank me.
October 6, 2003: Well, this week should be good. Don't worry, if you wanted to read what I wrote on October 1, read the last sentence of this opening. Anyway, we only have 2 days of classes this week--meaning if I get my work done in these two days, I can have a wonderful time with my family, who comes this weekend. This is good. Um, The weekend was quiet and cold, and the freezing weather once again got the best of me. My hands have finally stopped hurting after almost losing them to frostbite. Oh, now, I know what you're thinking. Try this: golfing at 7:00 AM when it's 39 outside and raining. No? Well, I did. Thanks for the credit. Overall, I intend on having a good week. Things are shaping up here at BBC, and having finished my first test today, I think I am too. Signing off, don't forget to wear gloves.
December 3, 2003: Hello...I am NOT Tim Benedict...sometimes I wish I was (then i get chicks). But ya...i am just a Tim wannabe who got lucky enough to write the intro to his most wonderfull website, which by the way, was inspired by me (theres a hint of who I may be). WOW...what I week I am having...im not at BBC, but Tim sure is, and he is freezing his butt off. He is also bummed out cuz he can no longer check out girls feet. Its funny how they can't wear the flip flops in the cold weather. HMMMMM...lets think. If I were Tim where would I go for feet...prolly not Florida...its about as cold as Alaska right now. Craziness! Well.....This is not officially Tim...but ME...SIGNING OFF FOR NOW! Have a super, wonderfull, awesome week and remember who your living for! AND...be on the look out for the flip flops...might spot the foot of beauty!
January 26, 2004: So, um, happy new year! If I could tell you what I wanted to say, I would. I've had pleasant dreams of childhood, and under any circumstances, that is what I call wonderful. I enjoy the memories and welcome the thoughts of yesterday like I would puffy white clouds on a warm summer day. And that's just it, it's not warm here. In fact, it's cold. But, I still run regardless of what people up here complain about. It makes me stronger. Sometimes it's even fun to play in, I'll get to that later. But I'm NIKE Zoom Ventulus's richer and on my way to a sexy 1:59.98. BBC is great, and its full of great people. Maybe by the end of this semester I'll be a little more specific about the "great people." Signing off, eating ice cream once and again doesn't help you go faster.
February 5, 2004: Memories. Think back to when you were young. Doesn't that make you smile or laugh? So, I'm far away from home, I miss my mom, I miss her cooking, I miss her. I miss laying out watching a game or two with dad while he sleeps and I lay on the floor. I miss my sisters who I learned a lot about life from, and Jennie whom I don't cease from bothering her some how. I miss my house and my toys. My stuffed animals. However, I still have those memories, and just because I'm 1200 miles away from home, it doesn't mean I can't remember them in a special memory--so missing them isn't as bad. College is definitely nothing without serious reflection of who you are and who you used to be. It's reflection month. I've lived 19 years, almost 20. Two decades of memories to talk about and see. Hopefully, I'll post more of my own in various forms, or even better, you can establish your own post on my website and together, we can reflect on fun memories of our years on earth. Wow, I have to much fun with this, but hey, I have my loyal visitors. Enjoy the pictures but you need to read The Memories first. Signing off, melt the ice before walking on it
April 4, 2004: Wow, after having 400 people visit my website after Memories month, what could I do that would get to you to read this again? No clue, oh well. All About Children is my next theme. Why? Like memories, kids are special too, and important. Whether it is a tiny newborn sleeping in the arms of a mother or a little four year old bouncing off walls and reading imaginary story books, there is a lot to observe and reflect on with children. So we will, I mean you don't have to, but children are another one of those things God designed me to love. There is something about children we are all a part of--our past, our memories right? So you see where I'm going with this. It will be fun, but stay simple okay? Life is going more and more and I'm thrilled to love God and be His child and live life abundantly. Five more weeks left of the Spring semester at BBC, I hope I do well. Anyway. Signing off, next time, ask yourself, "did I make that up or did I teach it to myself?"
May 5, 2004. With less than 2 days to go before the semester, as we know it, is over, I have decided it was time to post the Spring Break 2004 page. Finally right? Listen, I've had something else on my mind for 3 months now and it definitely takes precedence over anything else, in fact, I'm shocked I've been able to handle this without being distracted by this something else. One day. Anyway, school's out and that means heavy duty work and TLC and other fun things! But, that doesn't mean I'll be a stranger to this or something else. I'll keep my timbenedict.com fans happy. Enjoy the pictures of Florida and have a great May. Signing off, someone once said never make a decision running uphill, yet if you must, do it and don't look back.
May 29, 2004. In order to describe to you exactly what has progressed in my life this past month means I would have to write a story, which I am more than ready to do. Write a story? I said the same thing, forget it. While God continues to remind me of his life-changing faithfulness, I stand in awe at the work He's doing in my life. I'm sort of done with my sophomore year and home for a small break. But the journey I'm on only gets tougher. The future has arrived in a storm, and it will be a daily need for me to trust God as I walk. It's a good storm though, exciting, and it's an opportunity to grow. Ever find yourself at a point in your life where you absolutely have surrendered any and all control over your "destiny" or future to God? Then you can relate to what I'm feeling right now. It's wild. Absolutely wild. And you know that good part? I am assured that my God is a good God. While to me, a mortal human being, it may not always seem true, God is always good, and is always faithful to do what is good in my life. It's tough, but the choice is to trust Him. For as Philippians 1:6 says, "Being confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ." Listen, things are going great right now. There are lots of uncertainties of course, but it's an adventure, a wild adventure. Signing off, desk jobs on memorial day require great amounts of patience.
June 23, 2004. The calm before a storm in many cases can be peaceful and magnificent. The sound of silence is calming yet it is desperately deceiving above all things. It whispers the announcement of the monster's arrival--a dangerous, vicious storm, a terror to all who stand before it. In one slow, sweeping motion, the first of its clouds like a floating walled fortress blanket the landscape below. What once was quiet and peaceful, in a matter of minutes, transforms into the uncontrollable fury of nature. Does this ever remind you of life? Sometimes the most powerful of trials unleash upon us when we are most unaware. Ever think about why that is? I believe that storms and life have one thing in common. A sovereign, mysterious God. He orders these vicious thunderstorms to cultivate the beautiful wildflowers across the prairies of the Midwest. Likewise, but much more lovingly, He places storms in our lives producing much more than wildflowers--He's preparing us for His glory. It's beginning to drizzle, but I can rejoice and be exceedingly glad because we serve a faithful High Priest, who loves us and makes intercession for us! Wisdom teeth, the future, money, what else? Nothing God doesn't have control over. So let's batten down the hatches and take some good pictures as the storms billow on through. Signing off, don't forget your umbrella.
July 4, 2004. The thought of men dying to set us free is beyond me. Imagine the courage and sacrifice of these countless men and women who have fought and do currently fight for our freedom. A day in which we celebrate the independence of America demands that we honor those who paid the price. This day is a tribute to the men and women as well as their loved ones they left behind--those who have fought and are fighting to make America what it is today. They are America's true declaration of Independence. So in all of our fun, weekend get-togethers, take time to appreciate freedom. Have fun, and remember God, who sent His Son to pay the price for sin and made the ultimate sacrifice to secure a place in Glory for those who would trust Him. Grill some chicken and light the fireworks, and remember. Tomorrow things could change. Seize the day. Signing off, remember, keeping any backchannel open could pay off in the long run.