Earth Week's influence

If you look closely you will notice Craig

 has green hair, he volunteered to let

 our guest speaker show us how to use

 wild plants as shampoo.

Im a strong believer that passionate people make the best teachers. Craig, my Bio professor, is just that person. He knows how to educate students on so much more than what any text book could ever cover. He's changed my perspective not only when it comes to thinking about the environment but also in how one person can make an impact on those around them. 


I found myself thinking today about the influences I have in my life and the person that I am to those around me. Understanding the concept that one person really CAN make a difference has always kept my mind in shambles. But when I look at the people who have helped shape me into the person I am today, I've realized that we all have an on going responsibility to be the best we can because you never know who out there is learning from your example. 

-Cass

Passion for the future

The last month has been an uphill struggle, I've become busier that I ever have been in my life. This summer I will be working 3 jobs( God willing) in order to pay for my housing on campus. Im going to school full time at the moment with 5 classes on my hands, and on weekends I train for life-guarding. On top of everything I've been thinking about becoming a volunteer at the animal shelter, if time permits. Somedays I wish I didn't have to worry about school and I could just spend my time traveling and working at orphanages in foreign countries or saving wild life. My Bio class has made me want to become an activist and I feel like this semester i've seen a side of myself I've never noticed before. Im passionate about the small things in life that I feel can make a huge difference. I want to be a ray of sunshine, and I hope that in these next few months God can continue to reveal to me where I should be in life. For now, Il make the most of where I am :)

-Cassie xoxo

Your memory still floods my mind.

Do You ever just have those moments where past memories come rushing in and it all feels so real again? I wish I could relive certain memories. Sometimes when its late at night, now for instance, I can still feel the all too familiar sounds of paw steps creeping down the hall. I can still feel his soft fur beneath my fingers and some mornings I am awaken by the non existent sound of his innocent face near my bedside. When I place myself in this moment here I have to remember that memories will always stay with us no matter what they are, and when you lose a loved one,they are not gone, but just that much closer to your heart.

-Cass

~Pura Vida~ (Pure life)

 It was a Saturday morning and my first week in Costa Rica had flown by quicker than I could have expected. Luckily I still had 2 more beautiful weeks left to enjoy. But this particular day was different, it was a saturday, meaning the WEEKEND had arrived that meant our group would be staying in a hotel. Homework was done and it was the transition into a new home-stay and a new city, I was in for a real delight. I boarded the bus along with my other classmates after saying bye to our Mama Tica. Hours later we arrived at our destination, a beautiful hotel with a breathtaking view of Arenal Volcano just outside our door. As I stepped off the bus I was greeted with a tropical drink. The weather was warm and my eyes were just enriched with greenery every where I looked. I was given a wristband and my roommates and I headed for our room. we were welcomed by fresh air conditioning and white sheets.I felt like I was in paradise. We quickly put down our luggage and pulled out our swim suits. In a few min we would be heading to the HOT SPRINGS.Gosh, I mean could I ask for anything more? There wasn't a care in the world on my mind,  and time never seemed to have an existence. I would give any day to be back in this moment. I'ts always wonderful to take some time out of a day and just ENJOY IT :)

For you have taught me.

Today makes a month since Simba our 10 and a half year old (Golden retriever) passed away.

I've come to realize that dog's are so much more than just companion's, they are God's silent teachers.Through unspoken words they display their Love with actions. Simba taught me to listen not only with open ears but to be loyal in each day that I live.  I would like to dedicate this video to him. Enjoy...

-Cass

Now is the time.

The Beautiful campus I once grew up on.

 This last year has been such an eye opener for me. I've taken to heart a deeper meaning of my life, my influences, and the purpose for which I was created. There will always be room for growth, but for now, Id like to share with you a little something I learned this week. "The most important moment in life is not birth or death but NOW"  

With this being said, Now is the time to do the things we say we will get to later, It is time to say and do the things we will later wish we did. Im not saying its a time to go crazy in life but its a time to give heart to life. Tell your parents you love them, rekindle what needs to be fixed, give compliments,smile often, and deeply love unconditionally.