So, I've been thinking a lot about my appearance. You may have guessed this from the title.

To be honest, I don't think I've ever had the confidence to look how I've always wanted to. This may come as a surprise to my family, but I've always wanted the funky hair and even some of the piercings. (There is a way to not look awful but still have facial piercings, I believe). Mostly, I have an incredible fear of man, especially of my family. I love you guys to death, but we as a family are not always the least judgmental of those who do have piercings or funny hair. It took my sister getting her ear pierced before I finally got mine done, even though I secretly wanted one for forever.

I've also been thinking about my appearance in regards to the future. At this current time, I do believe God is calling me to missions. Specifically, He has rekindled in me love for Japan. (I know my family is shocked by this development. ....Not.) I have been praying and thinking about this for a while now, wondering who exactly God wants me to reach when I go. I had a bit of a revelation about this a couple days ago, and I think it's these guys.