Going From Being the Hunted to the Hunter

Two posts in one week? Yeah, that's right. Blogo Craig is here to stay. May we all rejoice together in one collective yip. On three, my friends. One. Two. Three... Yip. Nicely done, people. Nicely done.

Well, tonight I took the last final that I will ever have to take as an undergraduate student at BYU. It was hellish getting to this point, but it's over. I now go from the educated to the educator, as I turn my attention to my student teaching this upcoming winter. I wish I could say that I was more excited. Maybe once I get into the school, my passion will increase. I'm sure it's just that I am emotionally, physically, and mentally drained right now. Today and this last couple of weeks has been a tad draining. I suppose once I get a few winks under my belt, I'll feel a bit better.

I had a revelation today, and yes I'm going to share it. My revelation deals with the airports of our lives. "What speakest thou, dear Craig," some may ask? I will tell you. Airports in general usually represent exciting things: traveling, family gatherings, returned missionaries, bodily pat downs. You know, all the good things that life has to offer. But today I realized how two-edged the airport can be. One moment you're basking in the light of a fine airplane right to gather with the ones you love, and the next moment the pangs of loneliness rage in your bosom as you say goodbye to the person that you love. "Oh, you'll see her soon enough," you try to tell yourself. But the sadness still persists. Needless to say, the 28th can't come soon enough! Come on calendar, be a pal.

And you can all thank me for not putting this on Facebook, because can't we all agree that declarations such as this should be a little more intimate? I thought so.

Blogging: Isn't It About Time?

Hello World,

Craig Williams coming at you again in full force. Sorry it's been such a long time since you've heard from me. Life has been a tad hectic, busy, and exciting over the last month or so. Sometimes I actually forget that I have a blog. I know, I know.. all nine of my followers have probably been standing on pins and needles to hear my life's updates, and are upset by the fact that I at times forget my duty to the blogging nation. But fear not, beautiful souls, I am back. So where should we start? Let's start from the very beginning.. because I hear it's a very good place to start.

As my last post proclaimed, I have been going through the Seminary Teaching program down here at BYU, and as part of the process, I had the opportunity to go and teach an early morning class at Timpview High School for a couple of weeks. At first I was a little scared to teach real life souls, but the moment I stepped into the classroom, I fell in love with the students. What an awesome experience to come in every day for two weeks and teach and testify of the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ. I was amazed at the power and passion that the students had, and I was continually reminded that when you prepare with faith, God will not let you fail. There were many days where I knew that I could have done better, but on those days where the Spirit could not be contained.. well, those were some incredible moments. I miss being with those students, and still to this day think about them and hope they are doing well. I know it was only two weeks, but I can't express enough thanks to a gracious Father in Heaven who knew me, and who knew those students, and gave us all a chance to experience a meaningful and spiritual time together.

In addition to that, I was actually invited back by the seminary advisers to come and student teach with them next Fall! I couldn't have been more elated when I heard that news! I feel like the Lord led me to this point and gave me small reminders along the way that this was something that I needed to try. I'm glad I listened to His promptings and stuck with it. And if all goes well there, I'll get a job as a full-time seminary teacher. My real hope is to one day get into the Institute realm of things and get the chance to live outside of Utah and fill positions in different parts of the nation. I love Utah and all, but I would love to go elsewhere and be a part of the Kingdom building effort in other parts of the country.

Let's see, what's next: This upcoming Winter Semester (January-April) I will be up in Bountiful, Utah doing my History Teaching student teaching at Bountiful High School. I was accepted and approved by the Davis County School District, so I will be going back to the mothership to teach where I was once taught. I'm excited for the opportunity, and look forward to working with the teachers that taught me. I better sharpen up on my school song skills!

And lastly, I couldn't actually post about all the good things that have been happening in my life and not tell you about Elizabeth Mullins. I know, Craig's going to get all cheesy and crap, but if you don't like it.. stop readin!! (I left off the g on purpose.. it makes me feel more tough). And many of you have asked for details, so here we go:

I met Liz in my ward here in Provo, and though she doesn't remember meeting me for the first time, I remember meeting her. We first met at ward prayer (which usually never produces much fruit) and the moment I met her I knew that I wanted to see her again. The problem was that I couldn't remember her name! I remember she had a cute smile, and a beautiful face, but for the life of me I couldn't remember her name. As luck would have it, she actually got called to be our Home Evening leader and I knew that I at least had a small in. Well, after a few short conversations and some texts, Liz and I went to Ihop one night for dinner. I know.. extra classy. It was all you can eat pancake night, and that just felt right.

Anyway, Liz and I continued to hang out and go on dates after that, and things have been great ever since! I have loved being with her and I don't think I could ever trade these last few months in for anything else.. except maybe a chance to sing in concert with Neil Diamond (just joking Liz!) These last few months have really been some of the greatest months, and Liz has been everything that I could have hoped for and so much more!

Okay, cheesiness is over. Those who get queezy over this kind of stuff can start reading again.

Well, actually I have nothing more to say tonight. It's 3:03 AM and I'm not sure why I am still awake. Finals week is keeping me up, I suppose.

Oooh.. I want to post a video on here. Hopefully I can figure that out. I'm not an expert yet at this thing we call blogging.

(Never mind.. I can't figure it out.. it's now 3:13 AM)