I decided I won't even try. Instead I'll just talk about her and some classic moments.
Not that a Top 5 does Briege justice, but it is just how things go.
TOP 5 Briege Moments of 2011-2012 School Year -
I actually asked Briege for her top 5 moments, and she answered. I will be adding a little commentary to this and then giving a few of my favorite moments as well.
(Understand that this is in no particular order)
5. Briege Becomes a member of Stella Maria
If you know Briege at all, you know she would have this as the best thing that has happened to her this year. She was honestly so excited, to the point of tears. I was talking to her just a few days removed from getting in, and she was still as happy as one could be. In all honesty, it was intense. I wish I had the love she has. I am a Brother, but it never made me cry getting in, yet she couldn't have been happier. She was not only happy to be getting in, but she was in love with the process. Intentship is very tough on people, and can be a grind, but Briege was a champ.
All I can say is, I am extremely happy for her, and I know her passion will be a constant reminder to all in Stella of how special a thing they have. Households are a giant blessing to anyone who wants to be part of it, and Briege knows that.
4. Intentship and Warrior Week
Every household has a process required for all potential members, and it is normally called intentship. It can be a tough time, but it normally helps the members grow closer to God, and after it is over, most can say they did indeed grow.
I myself loved my time as an intent, and Briege told me she did as well, especially Warrior week. On the outside, Warrior week is just seen as the week when Stella girls wear shields and cameo, but it became clear to me that it is much more. It is a week of sacrifice and humility, and just the fact Briege said this was one of the best moments so far, tells me what kind of person she is, always seek the Lord.
3. The Pro-Life March and Weekend
In late January, the March 4 Life takes place, and Franciscan Students attend in large groups. Briege of course went, and told me this was one of her favorites moments. I understand where she is coming from, cause in all honesty, it is so powerful seeing thousands of people in D.C. marching for life, and praying for an end to Abortion. In getting to know Briege, I've learned how much she cares for others, and it didn't surprise me when she said this was one of her favorite moments. She has such a great heart.
4. Talk with Brittney Guess
When Briege told me one of her five favorite moments of this school year included a personal conversation with one of her household sisters, I realized the simplicity she has, and how beautiful that is. She could have said anything, but she went with a conversation she had that had a major impact on her. One thing that can be said of Briege is, when you get personal one on one time with her, it is never a waste. She has so many good things to say, and listening to her talk is very special and humorous.
5. Easter
She was not specific as to what she met by Easter but I kind of assumed she meant the whole thing, including being here on campus, being with people, the mass, Ashley's Baptism, the Resurrection party, and just Jesus rising! What a choice for Top Five things. I totally understand, cause Easter was great, coming out of Lent and then knowing Christ has now risen!
End Notes and Personal thoughts -
All the moments mentioned were Briege's top 5, but I thought I'd add a few things I remember about Briege and this school year.
1. When I met Briege, she told me that there was nothing interesting about her and then something about her foot. What? Well I wont say, but anyone there knows exactly what I am talking about.
2. Briege has gone to Praise and Worship in the Heights a lot, and she told me that one time she opened her eyes at the end, and was facing the opposite way of everyone else, looking at the other people there. Just a Briege moment.
3. We had Theology together and we use to study for the quizzes. Except, we never studied. We would go in the Library, and talk till it closed. Good times, horrible idea for that class.
4. I gave her a My Little Pony doll cause she wanted one, and when I asked her to name it, she said it would be called Skanky. Why would anyone name a horse Skanky, or My little Skanky...
5. She has a real love for Morgan, and it is hilarious. They dated for a while, at least on Facebook....
6. She has stolen my shoes a few times, and I am not sure why. She told me we could trade.
Well I have shared Briege's top moments and a few of my favorite moments as well. I hope you all enjoyed the read, and to finish it off, I just want to say that Briege Lee is as good a person as they come. She is just a student here at FUS, but she has had a major impact on my life and has reminded me to never stop growing with love for the Lord. I am glad I can call her my friend, and she'll be missed by many next semester as she travels to Austria.
Stay safe my friend and continue to be a witness of Christ's love!
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