Andy Hymel's School of Music

Here is a link to an article about my uncle, Andy Hymel and his current success as a musician in the New Orleans area.

The article was written by a good friend of his, Nathan B.F. Gurley who plays bass with my uncle on many occasions.

Enjoy!

http://nathangurley.com/2007/06/22/andyhymelschoolofmusic.aspx

I'm a reflection

I am a reflection...

Do I really need to elaborate?

The above image speaks for itself...

Steubenville South Pictures

People:

Immaculate Heart of Mary LIFE TEEN

Event:

Steubenville South 2007

Sponsors:
Francisican University of Steubenville, Ohio

Diocese of Alexandria, Louisiana

Theme:

"All Access"

Verse:
"He came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near, for through him we both have access in one Spirit to the Father." - Ephesians 2:17-18

Photo Documentation:

Click here to see for yourself!!!

The only album available for public view is the album I created for the conference. Enjoy! And God bless!

$$$ All Access $$$

Money...

There never seems to be enough...

It always seems like we're scraping the bottom of our income to pay our monthly bills, fix the car, or pay off last Christmas (and it's June!)

I ask a question in this post, and I want comments with answers!

Say you were given all the money you will ever need for everything. I mean money enough to pay all bills, make all purchases, and even a nice reserve for a luxury item now and then.

No, no games or catches... I mean ALL ACCESS to this money, FREE!

Would you take it knowing you would be locked into a life of security? Or would you reject it? Thinking that something given to you that freely isn't worth your time?

Think about it.

Remember, you have ALL ACCESS to this cash.

I GOT A JOB!

I should have posted this the day it happened, but the computer and me did not exactly spend time together...

I GOT A JOB!

I am now one of the assistant band directors at Arnold Middle School in the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District!!!

As far as I know, I will be teaching beginning low brass and directing the Concert 2 ensemble.

Needless to say, I'm really excited about this chance to begin my career as a music educator and I am awaiting the moment I step into the Arnold MS band hall as their new band director for the first time.

On The Hunt

I'm on the hunt for a job.

Not just any job, a band directing job.

I have a few leads.

I have some wishes.

I am promoting myself.

If any potential employer stumbles upon this blog while doing a background check on me, I ask that you please take note that this blog serves two purposes.

1. Spread the Love of Jesus. (I am very active in youth ministry)
2. Spread a little joy and knowledge to anyone who visits.

I will most likely begin talking more about music education in addition to all of my Catholic things soon.

Stay tuned! I really hope to become more active soon!

MONSTER!

I think what makes me laugh the most (besides the things that make us all laugh) is the fact that when I was her age, saying "Kick his butt" was not allowed either. Oh, how times have changed!

How Men Cook

BBQ, a real man's cooking.. It's the only type of cooking a real man will do.

When a man volunteers to do the BBQ the following chain of events are put into motion:
(1) The woman buys the food.
(2) The woman makes the salad, vegetables, and dessert.
(3) The woman prepares the meat for cooking, places it on a tray along with the necessary cooking utensils and sauces, and takes it to the man who is lounging beside the grill -- beer in hand. Here comes the important part.
(4) THE MAN PLACES THE MEAT ON THE GRILL.
(5) The woman goes inside to organize the plates and cutlery.
(6) The woman comes out to see if he needs anything. He thanks her and asks if she will bring another beer while he deals with the situation.
(7) THE MAN TAKES THE MEAT OFF THE GRILL AND HANDS IT TO THE WOMAN.
(8) The woman prepares the plates, salad, bread, utensils, napkins, sauces, and brings them to the table.
(9) After eating, the woman clears the table and does the dishes.
(10) Everyone PRAISES the man and THANKS him for his cooking efforts.
(11) The man asks the woman how she enjoyed "her night off." And, upon seeing her annoyed reaction, concludes that there's just no pleasing some women...

I'm Not Ashamed

"I'm not ashamed to let you know
I want this light in me to show.
I'm not ashamed to speak the name
of Jesus Christ."

I believe the above lyrics from "I'm Not Ashamed" by the Newsboys says it all.

It speaks volumes about who I am as a Catholic, as a Christian, and as a Disciple of Jesus Christ.

It is my belief that anyone who has accepted Christ as their Lord, and has chosen to fully give themselves to Him should have this same attitude.

DO NOT be ashamed to let people know you are a disciple of Jesus. So what if they laugh? Is there anything funny about it? NO! There is nothing funny about being a disciple of Jesus! Their laughter, then, is nothing short of misunderstanding exactly what being a disciple of Jesus means.

Shout it out today, tomorrow, and forever...

"I'M NOT ASHAMED TO LET YOU KNOW
I WANT THIS LIGHT IN ME TO SHOW.
I'M NOT ASHAMED TO SPEAK THE NAME
OF JESUS CHRIST!"

Heartbreak

It has been 2 weeks since Lissa and I parted ways as a couple.

I don't care if this statement makes me less masculine, but I feel heartbreak.

I spent 2 years and 3 months with her as my one and only, the love of my life and I'm feeling the emptiness that comes with the removal of something so wonderful from your life.

I'm not saying it should not have happened. There were a lot of things going on in our lives that eventually lead us to the decision to part ways.

I feel empty right now. I know God is on my side and will fill me with His love, but even God knows that it's only natural for me to feel this way.

I'll always love her...