Quote of the day on my desk calander: "She knew there would be bumps in the road, so she protected her heart, adjusted her attitude, and held onto God's promises with both hands."
What's been happening: My bestfriend, Katie, got engaged! And we got to be there to help celebrate. My brother-in-law got engaged! :) Yay! I gave Chris a Suprise Birthday party! Softball is exhausting, but so much fun!
That's all for now. I will expand later!
Monday, April 26, 2010
Friday, April 9, 2010
So, I love Francesca Battistelli. A lot. She seems to sing what I am thinking. I heard this song a while ago, but I just recently really listened to it- and it fits so perfectly. Love it!
My heart beats, standing on the edge
But my feet have finally left the ledge
Like an acrobat
There’s no turning back
Chorus
I’m letting go
Of the life I planned for me
And my dreams
Losing control
Of my destiny
Feels like I’m falling and that’s what it’s like to believe
So I’m letting go
This is a giant leap of faith
Trusting and trying to embrace
The fear of the unknown
Beyond my comfort zone
Chorus
I’m letting go
Of the life I planned for me
And my dreams
Losing control
Of my destiny
Feels like I’m falling and that’s what it’s like to believe
So I’m letting go
Giving in to your gravity
Knowing You are holding me
I’m not afraid
Feels like I’m falling and that’s what it’s like to believe
Feels like I’m falling and this is the life for me
I love this song because of it's message- it's hard to let go of everything I have ever wanted. My dreams seem to be fading quickly and I am left with absolute cluelessness as to what I want to do with my life or where I want to be in 5 years. This is a complete leap of faith for me and way far away from my comfort zone, yet God has given me a complete peace about it. I am not worried, I'm not concerned, and I am ready for what's next! It's very exciting.
On a school related note, softball is in full swing. I am exhausted!
I recently took over a computer lab so I didn't have to push through the hallways with my cart- however- it's research paper time. Meaning all labs are filled. So, it's back to roaming the halls, being mistaken for a student, being late for every class, and constantly forgetting things. To make it worse it's End of Course time, so that means I am lugging around tons and tons of preparation materials and workbooks! No fun. But hey! I'm burning calories!
Speaking of the End of Course test- it's hard! Very hard. With trick questions. I am genuinely concerned. This is the first year Indiana has done the test so there is not much available. Students are getting frustrated and concerned, because if they don't pass, they don't graduate. Don't get me wrong- I think testing students on what they should know is fine. Not great- but fine. However, trick questions? C'mon. Don't put two answers that could both arguably be right and ask which one is the best. I don't know what the test thinkers think is the best. I know what I think is the best- but it has not matched up a couple of times. It's very annoying, especially when they want to base my salary on how well students do. But that's a whole other post and I don't feeling like getting mad before I start the school day.
Just a few morning thoughts. Hope you all have a fantastic day and weekend! :)
My heart beats, standing on the edge
But my feet have finally left the ledge
Like an acrobat
There’s no turning back
Chorus
I’m letting go
Of the life I planned for me
And my dreams
Losing control
Of my destiny
Feels like I’m falling and that’s what it’s like to believe
So I’m letting go
This is a giant leap of faith
Trusting and trying to embrace
The fear of the unknown
Beyond my comfort zone
Chorus
I’m letting go
Of the life I planned for me
And my dreams
Losing control
Of my destiny
Feels like I’m falling and that’s what it’s like to believe
So I’m letting go
Giving in to your gravity
Knowing You are holding me
I’m not afraid
Feels like I’m falling and that’s what it’s like to believe
Feels like I’m falling and this is the life for me
I love this song because of it's message- it's hard to let go of everything I have ever wanted. My dreams seem to be fading quickly and I am left with absolute cluelessness as to what I want to do with my life or where I want to be in 5 years. This is a complete leap of faith for me and way far away from my comfort zone, yet God has given me a complete peace about it. I am not worried, I'm not concerned, and I am ready for what's next! It's very exciting.
On a school related note, softball is in full swing. I am exhausted!
I recently took over a computer lab so I didn't have to push through the hallways with my cart- however- it's research paper time. Meaning all labs are filled. So, it's back to roaming the halls, being mistaken for a student, being late for every class, and constantly forgetting things. To make it worse it's End of Course time, so that means I am lugging around tons and tons of preparation materials and workbooks! No fun. But hey! I'm burning calories!
Speaking of the End of Course test- it's hard! Very hard. With trick questions. I am genuinely concerned. This is the first year Indiana has done the test so there is not much available. Students are getting frustrated and concerned, because if they don't pass, they don't graduate. Don't get me wrong- I think testing students on what they should know is fine. Not great- but fine. However, trick questions? C'mon. Don't put two answers that could both arguably be right and ask which one is the best. I don't know what the test thinkers think is the best. I know what I think is the best- but it has not matched up a couple of times. It's very annoying, especially when they want to base my salary on how well students do. But that's a whole other post and I don't feeling like getting mad before I start the school day.
Just a few morning thoughts. Hope you all have a fantastic day and weekend! :)
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
First Step
I think this post is going to be a little ironic based on the contents of my previous post. But oh well.
It's official. We have submitted our applications for the Peace Corps. We were told that we would receive a phone call within the next two weeks for possible interviews.
For those of you who know me well, you know how hard of a decision it was for me to even consider thinking about applying. Chris first mentioned it last year (I think) and I said, "No." There was no way I was going to leave my family and friends. Ten hours is far enough away for me. My plan was to head back to Arkansas after Grad School- or at least closer home. I just can't imagine not being close enough to fly home for a funeral, wedding, birth, or any event that I "want" to be at. My Aunt's funeral in February was a reminder that life goes on- even if I am away. I have friends with weddings possibly approaching, maybe even babies. I don't want to miss these things. Big events still happen and I don't want to feel as though I am not able to see family and friends when I need them. I also can't fathom the idea of Christmas away from my family.
But, as I am learning, apparently God has his own plans. After tons and tons of prayer I finally felt God pushing me to apply. Now, this doesn't mean that we will accept or be accepted, but it's a start, and oddly enough, I am ecstatic. I think it would be an eye opening experience to immerse myself in another culture and get to know what life is like outside of my comfort zone. I want to learn what it's like to live in other people's shoes (at least a little more). I also feel it would be great for me professionaly- especially the fact that I will have to learn another langauge(maybe). I also think it would be a great experience to have with my hubby.
But like I said, they have to accept us first, and that's difficult. Apparently tons of people apply- and we are married- which make us harder to place. I am continually praying for God's guidance and that we are able to follow his will for our lives, and I ask you to do the same. :)
It's official. We have submitted our applications for the Peace Corps. We were told that we would receive a phone call within the next two weeks for possible interviews.
For those of you who know me well, you know how hard of a decision it was for me to even consider thinking about applying. Chris first mentioned it last year (I think) and I said, "No." There was no way I was going to leave my family and friends. Ten hours is far enough away for me. My plan was to head back to Arkansas after Grad School- or at least closer home. I just can't imagine not being close enough to fly home for a funeral, wedding, birth, or any event that I "want" to be at. My Aunt's funeral in February was a reminder that life goes on- even if I am away. I have friends with weddings possibly approaching, maybe even babies. I don't want to miss these things. Big events still happen and I don't want to feel as though I am not able to see family and friends when I need them. I also can't fathom the idea of Christmas away from my family.
But, as I am learning, apparently God has his own plans. After tons and tons of prayer I finally felt God pushing me to apply. Now, this doesn't mean that we will accept or be accepted, but it's a start, and oddly enough, I am ecstatic. I think it would be an eye opening experience to immerse myself in another culture and get to know what life is like outside of my comfort zone. I want to learn what it's like to live in other people's shoes (at least a little more). I also feel it would be great for me professionaly- especially the fact that I will have to learn another langauge(maybe). I also think it would be a great experience to have with my hubby.
But like I said, they have to accept us first, and that's difficult. Apparently tons of people apply- and we are married- which make us harder to place. I am continually praying for God's guidance and that we are able to follow his will for our lives, and I ask you to do the same. :)
Thursday, April 1, 2010
The Natural State
I miss Arkansas. Here are a few specifics.
Friends.
Arkansas Razorback spirit.
Pedestrian Bridge.
Family.
The River Market- including the used book store.
Downtown.
I miss the Buffalo River- I am in need of a nice long river float!
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