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No, I’m not saying goodbye, it’s just the title of the final record from one of my favorite bands of all time, a band called Bleach. Yesterday I went and bought it. It’s been a sad couple of days as I have thought back through my life from junior high on. That’s when I bought the first Bleach CD. They have a total of six albums and I own them all. I never actually got to see them live, because the one time I was going to do so I basically broke my leg in a soccer game (to the point where I had to have an ambulance come to the field). It was my freshman year in high school. But I still went to the show that was over an hour and a half away. We missed Bleach, but we got to hang out with them for a couple of hours which was just as cool; now that’s punk rock.

The final song called “Farewell Old Friends” is really a song for anyone who has liked this band at one point. Though I don’t intend to do a review of this record, I am saying that the lyrics to that song have definitely made me a bit emotional the past few days. We don’t talk like that anymore, “Farewell Old Friends,” do we? It’s more of a 1700’s saying in my mind. But I must say that it is a sad day in the life Christian music. I can officially say that I have been alive and enjoyed the entire life of a band, and a band that is committed to Jesus Christ. Who is your favorite band, maybe a band that has impacted you, or that you just enjoy when everyone else might not?

So though I’ll be back sooner than later, this is in memory of my favorite band:

“Farewell old friends, this has been the best it could have been, farewell old friends, and we won’t forget the times we spent, as for me and my countrymen, we are headed out to sea, and there’s no way that this is the end for them, or for me… so farewell. for now farewell, this has been a tale, we hope you tell. don’t forget what we’ve become, and the training’s worth the time it took, now that it is done. when the waves they come crashing in, will I withstand and sing? there is nothing for us to fear, we’re in the service of the Good King. the Good King. so farewell, farewell, old friends, farewell, farewell, farewell, old friends..”

– Bleach (1996-2005)

I bet you’ve heard that before. I know, I’ve been bad this week. Been a long week just trying to get my life in order after Winter Camp with my church this weekend. Overall I thought the weekend went well and the high school and junior high students had a really enjoyable time.

So summer’s here. The rain is gone and the sun has come. I feel great. Not that I don’t feel great when the rain is here, I just get so excited when summer comes. I guess it has something to do with the fact that I am a summer baby; or maybe not? Hopefully I’ll be taking some pics this week and put them on shaycam. I am not sure of what, but I’m sure I’ll figure something out.

Listening to a really awesome song right now called “Jesus I My Cross Have Taken.” It’s an old hymn with 6 verses. Check it out online sometime if you get a chance. See ya later.

“This is Shay Thomason reporting live on StormWatch 2005.”
So.. you’ve all heard about these crazy storms we’ve been having in southern cali. it’s been so awesome. I have never seen so much water in my entire life. If I wasn’t so worried about my camera getting soaked I would try to get a picture in the rain. But I don’t have an umbrella. I’m a SoCal kid, we don’t carry umbrellas with us.

Anyways, I captured this picture with my camera when there was a cloud break. A few minutes later it started to rain and be sunny at the same time. it was great. also, I just got back from my parents house. when I was driving back the rain was so crazy. I seriously thought the 210 freeway was a river. no joke, this thing was nuts. then when we got to the 5 freeway, it was a lake. as of right now I’m sitting in my room and I hear the rain pounding on the roof and I love it. I love rain. rain rain on my face. I love it. ok, time for bed for me. hopefully they will cancel classes tomorrow. now I know what you’re thinking “Shay, you don’t have class tomorrow, it’s Presidents day.” well.. I’ve already thought of that, but we DO have class. we don’t take that holiday off. but, maybe God will give it to us anyways. ok peace out.

that’s what my philosophy professor said today. I thought it was so counter what we were learning and that it was great! “Smart People Disagree.” Talk about an understatement. He was being very serious when he said it, and it makes me laugh. that’s all.

how’s your valentines day? I’ve had kind of a rough day. Wish I could go back and start over, but that’s life I guess. wish sometimes I would just close my mouth. that’s all I can handle for one post. hope your dates go well.

I appreciate everyone for living me a comment! That was very nice of you. Even you Anonymous, though I am sorry that I make you upset, if there is anyway for me to make it right with you, I will do it. I would ask that maybe you could leave me a comment if/when I make you mad. That way I might be able to clear up anything that was confusing. My heart isn’t to divide and conquer, or say things just to make people mad. I hope you know that, whoever you are.

I just spent some time reading a book that I think is a must have for any Christian that is struggling with the spiritual disciplines of being a disciple of Christ. It’s really just a devotional book and I think you might check it out. It’s called “Disciplines for life” by C.J. Mahaney and John Loftness. It’s really a good book for your quiet time. check it out, I think you’ll enjoy it.

It’s been an good Saturday. I was at 3:40am to be at work by 4:15, and I had a good shift. The sun finally came out today and that was nice. I enjoyed driving with my window down as I came home today. Rockin’ out in my car to my music, lovin’ it. Alright, I’m off to Target to get some stuff that I’ve been planning on getting for a week. I just got paid yesterday so that’s why I had to wait! It’s funny how I work all the time and really never see where that money goes. ok.. you kids have a good weekend.. rock on.

I guess no one comes to my site anymore. I talk up shaycam.com like I get 1,000 hits a day, but in actuality I think I am writing for myself. It’s like a private blog. I’m only saying this because I haven’t had that many repsonses to my journals in a while. maybe it’s because they have been more on the serious side of things, but I was hoping more people would post comments. If could just please post me a comment and tell me you’re reading this that would bring back my enthusiasm. it’s not that I’m sad or anything, I just want to make sure you kids are still alive.

so… post me something… or I might be sad. ok bye

sometimes things don’t seem so black and white do they? I find that this is true most of the time in the post-modern world in which we live. constantly people are trying to support things that they think are totally “right-on” in their agenda, yet there are so many other voices screaming at them, telling them that they can’t “impose their beliefs on me!” have you been apart of this? is it even right? do you believe in absolute truth? I do. things are black and white. in fact, the bible is black and white. yes, it has black ink and white pages, but it’s a lot more black and white then what it is in the physical world. it contains those things black and white thoughts that our culture is very rapidly moving away from. starting with absolute truth and working its way down to abortion, homosexuality, marriage rights, family life, life after death, and ultimately is their even a God?

the world we live in is failing. it’s failing to do exactly what the Bible calls us to do, and that is to glorify God. we live in a fallen world. the world wants us to think that we can’t have truth. yet Jesus said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). but people don’t want to hear that today do they? they want to live in their big American houses and enjoy the pleasures of this world. Paul told Timothy in 2nd Timothy that “The time will come… and they will turn their ears away from the truth, and be turned aside to fables (2 Tim. 4:3-4). has that time come? I think so. it’s been here awhile. probably before I was even born.

so what now? Repent and believe in the gospel. Romans 10:9 says, “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God has raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” that’s pretty much black and white. turn to Christ today. and if you have already done this, then go read your Bible. learn what it has to say about this life. go to church. commune with other believers and enjoy the fellowship of the body of Christ.

this world is only fading away, but Christ is forever. I could spend the rest of my life telling people about this and that is what I am called to do. my heart is heavy today. heavy because so many people may spend the rest of their lives pursuing this world, when Christ is what they need. please, I beg you, for your eternal soul is at stake.

Tonight was kind of interesting to say the least. Got called in to work because someone forgot schedule someone. Then, when I got there, I found out that we were missing someon else.. all that to say it was kind of tight for awhile at work.

but enough about work. I’m kind of sick of that place right now. I know that sounds bad, but it’s just getting old. I am thankful though that God has provided me a job and that I am able to have money. God is very gracious in that way.

Just got some food today (7:30pm). That has probably added to the long day scenario. But now I’m sitting in Starbucks and all the evening people have left and I am the only one here. wait, some guy just walked in. nevermind. I’m going to stay here for a little bit. if you want, drop by and see me.

getting my life in my order, that’s where I’ve been. Trying to make sure I start the semester off right and with the right mindset. I kind of wish I could show you my “add/drop” slip. It was crazy this time around. I had to get like 6 different classes signed off, but thankfully I am on my way toward victory. “What’s that?” you might ask. Victory would be graduating a semester early. And my chances are looking good.

Today I was driving home from work and I had just finished reading an article about our country’s (the USA) current stance on abortion. Quite honestly, I believe that abortion is wrong and that it is murder. I take that stance because of numerous Scripture references that support it, but I was just amazed about how people try to think through it. Did you know they are trying to pass a law that says that after 20 weeks, if a woman is seeking an abortion, the doctor will have to tell her that it might hurt the baby and then offer her pain-relief medication for the fetus and her. Really?.. That’s what I thought when I was reading it at least. How many months is 20 weeks? Right, 5 months. You know there have been babies born that weren’t even 5 months developed and still lived? I understand that this law is really a small step toward reversing the Roe vs. Wade decision in the 70’s, but it just saddens my heart. I can appreciate Pres. Bush making the statement that “it’s not laws that will ultimately make the change, but people’s hearts.” He is absolutely right.

The heart of man is extremely wicked. That is the clear teaching of Scripture. But if that is true, then how do we change our hearts is the next question. The answer?.. We don’t do it, Jesus Christ does. That is where the sovereign work of a loving and saving God will cause man to be amazed. The work of Christ on the cross changed the path we were on which lead to death. But thankfully we can call on the Savior for salvation. Thankfully he wants all to come to repentance. If you don’t know the Savior, Jesus Christ, I would encourage you to read the Bible. Start with 1 John or the book of John. Read the truth of God and the story of His Son’s love. Then call on him for salvation. He is the only true God. He is the only one worthy of praise. Let me know if you have any questions email me at shay@shaycam.com. I’ll be right back..

so.. I’m back at school, did I say that in a previous post?.. I’m not sure. I can’t remember. anyways. every year at the beginning of the second semester we have a conference that our school puts on. It’s a good time. We always have really good speakers and this years topic is called “Glorifying God.” If you want you can check it out at Truth and Life. This is a picture of my view from the bleachers in our gym. Don’t worry, that kid at the bottom isn’t a college student, he’s actually one of the junior high students that goes to my church. Him and his brother came to the conference and sat by me. Anyways, as I was sitting in my great (actually not so great) bleacher spot, I saw this woman across the way snoozing it up. It made me laugh. Anyways, I guess that’s enough about that. After that I skipped a mandatory financial aid meeting. Everyone that goes to those things realizes that it really doesn’t help. I have another chance to go tomorrow, so I might have to do that. School is coming too quickly. I am not liking that one bit. I guess that all’s for now. I’m kind of sleepy and I have to go to a basketball game tonight. It’s not that I have to go, I just should go, because it’s going to be a good time. Two of my roommates are on the team.

oh yeah, one more thing. Remember to breathe.