Let me explain
My post from yesterday was made in the middle of doing 4 and a half hours of homework for SPED 527. I'm not a fan of searching on the Internet and not finding what I need. That's where my frustration came from. I was kind of assuming that it would be self-explanatory, but that's because I was the one who was frustrated and doing the homework. :) I got about 2/3 of the project done. The last third should be the easiest because it is on ADHD/ADD/Learning Disabilities and there is a TON of stuff on the Internet about teaching strategies for children who have LD/ADHD/ADD.
Saturday, November 30, 2002
Friday, November 29, 2002
Thursday, November 28, 2002
Family traditions
Today my dad tried to convince us that we didn't need a real Christmas tree (again--he tries every year). He wants to get a fake one and superglue on all the ornaments. "It'll go up in five minutes" is his idea of decorating the tree--not that he ever is the one to actually decorate it. It's Vivi's (our exchange student from Brazil) turn to pick the tree this year.
We have a new tradition that began when Nate was here in October. My family has always stood outside all together to wave goodbye to company, but my dad decided to mix it up a little. Now instead of just waving good by, we all stand side by side and do the wave. I know, very corny, but it makes me laugh--that's my family for you. :)
Ok, the screen is shaking, time to get off the computer.
Today my dad tried to convince us that we didn't need a real Christmas tree (again--he tries every year). He wants to get a fake one and superglue on all the ornaments. "It'll go up in five minutes" is his idea of decorating the tree--not that he ever is the one to actually decorate it. It's Vivi's (our exchange student from Brazil) turn to pick the tree this year.
We have a new tradition that began when Nate was here in October. My family has always stood outside all together to wave goodbye to company, but my dad decided to mix it up a little. Now instead of just waving good by, we all stand side by side and do the wave. I know, very corny, but it makes me laugh--that's my family for you. :)
Ok, the screen is shaking, time to get off the computer.
Rambling...
I don't have much to say tonight. I should probably do some homework or read, but I don't feel like doing either one. Chad and I are going to get up early to try and get some good deals tomorrow. We were practicing on blocking the other costumers. I've never (and I mean never) gone shopping on the day after Thanksgiving, but there's a first for everything. I'm enjoying being home with my family and I'm missing Nate (only two weeks and one day left!) and I'm very thankful for lots of things this Thanksgiving.
See, I told you I didn't have too much to say...and it was a bit random.
I don't have much to say tonight. I should probably do some homework or read, but I don't feel like doing either one. Chad and I are going to get up early to try and get some good deals tomorrow. We were practicing on blocking the other costumers. I've never (and I mean never) gone shopping on the day after Thanksgiving, but there's a first for everything. I'm enjoying being home with my family and I'm missing Nate (only two weeks and one day left!) and I'm very thankful for lots of things this Thanksgiving.
See, I told you I didn't have too much to say...and it was a bit random.
Tuesday, November 26, 2002
Lessons from computer Solitaire
Solitaire on the computer uses the reinforcing behavior tactics of positive reinforcement. Continuing to play the game through to completion (the desired behavior) is positively reinforced by the cards bouncing everywhere (the consequence/reinforcer) when you win. The lesson I've learned from it is this: if you don't get the positive reinforcement enough, then the desired behavior is likely to stop happening too. I've played about 20 games (no lie) since those cards have gone bouncing all over the place and I'm about to give up. It's no wonder kids get frustrated when they just can't complete what you put in front of them. Give them so positive reinforcement in the middle too, not just at the end! I'm a bit frustrated myself!
I need to get packing. I'm leaving for Grand Haven (home!) tonight after class.
Solitaire on the computer uses the reinforcing behavior tactics of positive reinforcement. Continuing to play the game through to completion (the desired behavior) is positively reinforced by the cards bouncing everywhere (the consequence/reinforcer) when you win. The lesson I've learned from it is this: if you don't get the positive reinforcement enough, then the desired behavior is likely to stop happening too. I've played about 20 games (no lie) since those cards have gone bouncing all over the place and I'm about to give up. It's no wonder kids get frustrated when they just can't complete what you put in front of them. Give them so positive reinforcement in the middle too, not just at the end! I'm a bit frustrated myself!
I need to get packing. I'm leaving for Grand Haven (home!) tonight after class.
Monday, November 25, 2002
Feeling icky
Despite waking up nearly every hour last night because I was sick, there were many positive things to my day:
My mom and dad calling me to check on me during the day
Mark bringing over some Gatorade to help me get undehydrated and some sugar in me
Nate being understanding that I couldn't stay on the phone any longer last night
Getting to sleep as long as I wanted
Having time to finish reading Acts and to read through Romans
Having time to read
Getting a nice email from Nate with get better wishes
Just having time to relax and not be anywhere
It's no fun being sick, but it is nice to be so cared for by those close to me. :) All right, back to laying down and recovering.
Despite waking up nearly every hour last night because I was sick, there were many positive things to my day:
My mom and dad calling me to check on me during the day
Mark bringing over some Gatorade to help me get undehydrated and some sugar in me
Nate being understanding that I couldn't stay on the phone any longer last night
Getting to sleep as long as I wanted
Having time to finish reading Acts and to read through Romans
Having time to read
Getting a nice email from Nate with get better wishes
Just having time to relax and not be anywhere
It's no fun being sick, but it is nice to be so cared for by those close to me. :) All right, back to laying down and recovering.
Saturday, November 23, 2002
Wish list
Instead of giving my mom a list every time she asks for ideas for birthdays and Christmas, I decided to put it in a place where she can find it any time she wants. There are two new pages for you to view. One is my wish list (mostly for my mom, but conveniently placed there so you too can buy me gifts :)--I'm really kidding :) ). The other is not very full, but has a few pictures from SLT on it. I'd like to add more later.
Instead of giving my mom a list every time she asks for ideas for birthdays and Christmas, I decided to put it in a place where she can find it any time she wants. There are two new pages for you to view. One is my wish list (mostly for my mom, but conveniently placed there so you too can buy me gifts :)--I'm really kidding :) ). The other is not very full, but has a few pictures from SLT on it. I'd like to add more later.
My thoughts exactly
I was going to blog about this "What Would Jesus Drive" commercial, which I had read about in an article in our school paper. However, as I was breezing through blogs a minute ago, I found that Joel had already said my thoughts better than I could have on the whole thing (with the exception of the part about Jesus driving a Toyota--I would hope he'd have better taste than that :) )--make sure you're looking for his Wednesday, November 20 post. So, just go check out what he has to say. :)
I was going to blog about this "What Would Jesus Drive" commercial, which I had read about in an article in our school paper. However, as I was breezing through blogs a minute ago, I found that Joel had already said my thoughts better than I could have on the whole thing (with the exception of the part about Jesus driving a Toyota--I would hope he'd have better taste than that :) )--make sure you're looking for his Wednesday, November 20 post. So, just go check out what he has to say. :)
Tuesday, November 19, 2002
Making me smile
At around 11:40pm last night my cell phone rang. I picked it up and was happy to hear the voice I had hoped to hear. :) Nate was calling me from the grocery store on Jen's (thanks, Jen :) ) cell phone to give me a "hug" because I wasn't in the greatest mood. It made my day and brought a long lasting smile to my face. Just thought you might like to know how wonderful I think he is. :) Only about 24 more days!!
At around 11:40pm last night my cell phone rang. I picked it up and was happy to hear the voice I had hoped to hear. :) Nate was calling me from the grocery store on Jen's (thanks, Jen :) ) cell phone to give me a "hug" because I wasn't in the greatest mood. It made my day and brought a long lasting smile to my face. Just thought you might like to know how wonderful I think he is. :) Only about 24 more days!!
Monday, November 18, 2002
Road trip to Ohio
I spent 24 hours or so in Ohio this past weekend at the Prospective Staff Retreat for InterVarsity. On a logistical (?) note, the hotel was nice and clean, and both the lodging and food was provided for by IV. I admit that I acted like I was five and jumped on the beds in the hotel room. :) And it was fun! I also got to eat dinner at Panera on Saturday night and that was so good. Broccoli cheese soup in a sourdough bread bowl--too good.
I was so thankful to spend lots of time in the Bible. We studied Isaiah 6:1-13, Isaiah 49:1-9 which talk about the calling of a person by God and the character of a servant respectively. Then Fred Bailey spoke on Psalm 25:4-15 and focused mainly on how God is faithful to show us his ways and plans. I realized again how I am far too easily pleased to find my security and significance in a comfortable life. I know that no matter what I do (IV staff, elementary school teacher, mother, wife or a combination of them), my security and worth need to come first and foremost from the fact that Jesus died for me as the payment for my sins.
I also thought it was interesting to learn that in the Old Testament, God requires we tithe 10%, but in the New Testament it is 100%. We start out by saying "100% of what I have (possessions, relationships, TIME etc) is yours God. How can I use this to glorify and serve you?" I think if we asked that question, we would spend our money more wisely, and not buy so many things for our own benefit. Not that buying things for yourself is bad, but looking at it in this way should make us think about what we are doing with God's money (I'm focusing on money since materialism seems to be what enslaves me the most).
I know this post is long, but I wanted to comment on one more thing. I wanted to say thank you to my brothers and sisters who have intentionally and frequently encouraged me to mature spiritually, to pursue places where I can teach others (IV staff, women's discipleship, etc), and who have even challenged me to pursue those places when I lack confidence (which I will admit is often). Your support has not gone unnoticed, esp. because as a woman it's often difficult to find that support when it comes to pursuing positions of leadership in the "Christian realm".
So, the end of the story is, I still have lots of decisions to make when it comes to going on IV staff or not. I most definitely will do volunteer staff wherever I am, but any more than that I'm not sure. Only God knows. :)
I spent 24 hours or so in Ohio this past weekend at the Prospective Staff Retreat for InterVarsity. On a logistical (?) note, the hotel was nice and clean, and both the lodging and food was provided for by IV. I admit that I acted like I was five and jumped on the beds in the hotel room. :) And it was fun! I also got to eat dinner at Panera on Saturday night and that was so good. Broccoli cheese soup in a sourdough bread bowl--too good.
I was so thankful to spend lots of time in the Bible. We studied Isaiah 6:1-13, Isaiah 49:1-9 which talk about the calling of a person by God and the character of a servant respectively. Then Fred Bailey spoke on Psalm 25:4-15 and focused mainly on how God is faithful to show us his ways and plans. I realized again how I am far too easily pleased to find my security and significance in a comfortable life. I know that no matter what I do (IV staff, elementary school teacher, mother, wife or a combination of them), my security and worth need to come first and foremost from the fact that Jesus died for me as the payment for my sins.
I also thought it was interesting to learn that in the Old Testament, God requires we tithe 10%, but in the New Testament it is 100%. We start out by saying "100% of what I have (possessions, relationships, TIME etc) is yours God. How can I use this to glorify and serve you?" I think if we asked that question, we would spend our money more wisely, and not buy so many things for our own benefit. Not that buying things for yourself is bad, but looking at it in this way should make us think about what we are doing with God's money (I'm focusing on money since materialism seems to be what enslaves me the most).
I know this post is long, but I wanted to comment on one more thing. I wanted to say thank you to my brothers and sisters who have intentionally and frequently encouraged me to mature spiritually, to pursue places where I can teach others (IV staff, women's discipleship, etc), and who have even challenged me to pursue those places when I lack confidence (which I will admit is often). Your support has not gone unnoticed, esp. because as a woman it's often difficult to find that support when it comes to pursuing positions of leadership in the "Christian realm".
So, the end of the story is, I still have lots of decisions to make when it comes to going on IV staff or not. I most definitely will do volunteer staff wherever I am, but any more than that I'm not sure. Only God knows. :)
All bundled up
Now that's it's been getting down to the 20s in temperature, I have to give in and get my fan fixed in my car. The heater (and air conditioner) aren't working because there is a possible short in the fan. I was going to deal with it as long as possible, but Dad said to bring it in and get it fixed. Fortunately, my parents are gracious enough and able to help me pay for it, since I can't afford to fix it at the moment. For the moment (until I go home for Thanksgiving and bring it in to get fixed) I get all bundled up to get in my cold car and drive to class. :) I'm thankful I at least have the car to get me there.
You know how I said that 105.7 is playing Christmas music? Maybe I should have said that they are playing "seasonal music" because none of what they are playing has much to do with Christ (unless you stretch it and say that since God is redeeming all of creation, including music, that it has to do with God just by being part of creation, but that's not my point :) ). It's been mostly songs like "I Saw Mama Kissing Santa Claus", "Sleigh Ride", "I'll Be Home For Christmas", etc. Those are all fine, but I'd like some "O Holy Night" and "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" or at least the Manheim Steamroller (?) version of them.
Now that's it's been getting down to the 20s in temperature, I have to give in and get my fan fixed in my car. The heater (and air conditioner) aren't working because there is a possible short in the fan. I was going to deal with it as long as possible, but Dad said to bring it in and get it fixed. Fortunately, my parents are gracious enough and able to help me pay for it, since I can't afford to fix it at the moment. For the moment (until I go home for Thanksgiving and bring it in to get fixed) I get all bundled up to get in my cold car and drive to class. :) I'm thankful I at least have the car to get me there.
You know how I said that 105.7 is playing Christmas music? Maybe I should have said that they are playing "seasonal music" because none of what they are playing has much to do with Christ (unless you stretch it and say that since God is redeeming all of creation, including music, that it has to do with God just by being part of creation, but that's not my point :) ). It's been mostly songs like "I Saw Mama Kissing Santa Claus", "Sleigh Ride", "I'll Be Home For Christmas", etc. Those are all fine, but I'd like some "O Holy Night" and "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" or at least the Manheim Steamroller (?) version of them.
Friday, November 15, 2002
Thursday, November 14, 2002
My exciting news
Monday night I got a call from my mentor teacher for next semester to tell me where I'm placed for student teaching! I was so excited! I am going to be at Bangor Primary School in a first grade classroom. Bangor is a small, small town about 30 minutes west of Kzoo. I'm excited to work in such an environment, in a rural setting, and with the possibility of there being a large Hispanic population there. This may all seem very normal and part of the placement process, but I find this particular placement quite unique. I would go into it on here, but I'm afraid I wouldn't give it as much justice as I could speaking it. All I will say is that I am quite confident that God is sovereign and that I am seeing the fruit of that here. I would love to share more with you, so let me know if you want to hear about it. (Meesch, I'll tell you about it, cause I remember we talked about this last semester when I was deciding where to apply.)
Monday night I got a call from my mentor teacher for next semester to tell me where I'm placed for student teaching! I was so excited! I am going to be at Bangor Primary School in a first grade classroom. Bangor is a small, small town about 30 minutes west of Kzoo. I'm excited to work in such an environment, in a rural setting, and with the possibility of there being a large Hispanic population there. This may all seem very normal and part of the placement process, but I find this particular placement quite unique. I would go into it on here, but I'm afraid I wouldn't give it as much justice as I could speaking it. All I will say is that I am quite confident that God is sovereign and that I am seeing the fruit of that here. I would love to share more with you, so let me know if you want to hear about it. (Meesch, I'll tell you about it, cause I remember we talked about this last semester when I was deciding where to apply.)
We need a little Christmas now?
I know, I have lots to say, but I can't resist sharing this one with you. Keep in mind that it's not even Thanksgiving yet! I was driving to class this morning and had on 105.7 (which means nothing to some of you) and you'll never believe what was on: Christmas music! Not just one song, but they had been playing many. I know that many people think that my family gets their Christmas tree too early (I don't think it is too early)--we get it over Thanksgiving weekend--but seriously, Christmas music in the middle of November. I think that's rushing it.
On another Christmas note. I was thinking today about what it might look like to balance being a part of the Christmas season festivities and acknowledging and celebrating the true reason we have Christmas. Not that I think they are entirely separate. I haven't come to any great conclusions yet. All I know is that every year I get so wrapped up in the "Christmas spirit" which has little to do with the Holy Spirit or Jesus. Just some thoughts. I wish I had comments, so that you could give me your thoughts on this.
I know, I have lots to say, but I can't resist sharing this one with you. Keep in mind that it's not even Thanksgiving yet! I was driving to class this morning and had on 105.7 (which means nothing to some of you) and you'll never believe what was on: Christmas music! Not just one song, but they had been playing many. I know that many people think that my family gets their Christmas tree too early (I don't think it is too early)--we get it over Thanksgiving weekend--but seriously, Christmas music in the middle of November. I think that's rushing it.
On another Christmas note. I was thinking today about what it might look like to balance being a part of the Christmas season festivities and acknowledging and celebrating the true reason we have Christmas. Not that I think they are entirely separate. I haven't come to any great conclusions yet. All I know is that every year I get so wrapped up in the "Christmas spirit" which has little to do with the Holy Spirit or Jesus. Just some thoughts. I wish I had comments, so that you could give me your thoughts on this.
In other news
These past three days have been a bit insane, but they weren't as horrible as I thought they would be. The last two, in particular, were quite good. Heather and I taught for the last time in front of our professor yesterday and got some encouraging feedback from her. We were quite happy. I guess the kids were still talking about our science lesson from Monday when the teacher returned from being sick on Tuesday. That's a good sign. :) The other things that made the past couple of days good were hanging out with Lisa at Barnes and Noble, hanging out with my friend Mark (my other "roommate", but not really :) ) while doing homework, enjoying good phone conversations with Nate and laughing a lot last night while talking. Good stuff.
Now I'm in the homestretch of the semester. Only two and a half weeks of class for me. The frenzied ridiculousness is over, but there is still work to be done. I don't think it's quite hit me yet that these are the last two and a half weeks of undergrad classes for me. I can't believe that four and a half years of college has nearly passed.
These past three days have been a bit insane, but they weren't as horrible as I thought they would be. The last two, in particular, were quite good. Heather and I taught for the last time in front of our professor yesterday and got some encouraging feedback from her. We were quite happy. I guess the kids were still talking about our science lesson from Monday when the teacher returned from being sick on Tuesday. That's a good sign. :) The other things that made the past couple of days good were hanging out with Lisa at Barnes and Noble, hanging out with my friend Mark (my other "roommate", but not really :) ) while doing homework, enjoying good phone conversations with Nate and laughing a lot last night while talking. Good stuff.
Now I'm in the homestretch of the semester. Only two and a half weeks of class for me. The frenzied ridiculousness is over, but there is still work to be done. I don't think it's quite hit me yet that these are the last two and a half weeks of undergrad classes for me. I can't believe that four and a half years of college has nearly passed.
Jumping the gun
On Saturday there will only be four weeks left until I fly down to Texas! I know I'm a bit ahead of the game, but I have good reasons for that: 1) I can't wait to see Nate (surprise, surprise :) ) and 2) I will be in Ohio on Saturday for an IV Prospective Staff retreat and will not be able to enlighten you with that wonderful news. Can you tell I'm just a wee bit happy about this? :)
On Saturday there will only be four weeks left until I fly down to Texas! I know I'm a bit ahead of the game, but I have good reasons for that: 1) I can't wait to see Nate (surprise, surprise :) ) and 2) I will be in Ohio on Saturday for an IV Prospective Staff retreat and will not be able to enlighten you with that wonderful news. Can you tell I'm just a wee bit happy about this? :)
Tuesday, November 12, 2002
Left out
Sorry, Mom. I didn't mean to not mention that you came with them. I got to have lunch with my mom too today. I haven't seen her in nearly a month, so that was quite wonderful. I look forward to the respite of Thanksgiving Break to spend with friends and family. And that means we get to get our Christmas tree.
Sorry, Mom. I didn't mean to not mention that you came with them. I got to have lunch with my mom too today. I haven't seen her in nearly a month, so that was quite wonderful. I look forward to the respite of Thanksgiving Break to spend with friends and family. And that means we get to get our Christmas tree.
A Dutch lunch
It's so late, and I'm so tired, but oh well. My grandparents (my mom's parents), Pake and Beppa, came to visit my brother and me today in Kzoo. They came over to my apartment and I gave them the grand tour. Then we drove to Russ' for lunch. Although it was brief, it was nice to see them and have them come to visit. We had a nice time talking and visiting. Thanks for coming Pake and Beppa. :)
As for other newsworthy items: I finished my unit plan tonight--yea! I'm so glad to be done and ready to turn it in. I have to get up early, so I'm off to bed.
It's so late, and I'm so tired, but oh well. My grandparents (my mom's parents), Pake and Beppa, came to visit my brother and me today in Kzoo. They came over to my apartment and I gave them the grand tour. Then we drove to Russ' for lunch. Although it was brief, it was nice to see them and have them come to visit. We had a nice time talking and visiting. Thanks for coming Pake and Beppa. :)
As for other newsworthy items: I finished my unit plan tonight--yea! I'm so glad to be done and ready to turn it in. I have to get up early, so I'm off to bed.
Sunday, November 10, 2002
Just plain nice things
Holding onto towels and sheets still hot from the dryer that smell nice and clean.
Getting to read a chapter of _Two Towers_ after doing two hours of homework.
Getting nine hours of sleep.
Watching the best parts of "The Little Mermaid" (I'm still a little girl sometimes :) ) with my roommate.
Reading a chapter from N.T. Wright's _Following Jesus_ that made me even more thankful for what Christ has done.
Talking, laughing and praying with Nate.
And I've gotten to do all these things in the last 24 hours. I'm a lucky girl :).
Holding onto towels and sheets still hot from the dryer that smell nice and clean.
Getting to read a chapter of _Two Towers_ after doing two hours of homework.
Getting nine hours of sleep.
Watching the best parts of "The Little Mermaid" (I'm still a little girl sometimes :) ) with my roommate.
Reading a chapter from N.T. Wright's _Following Jesus_ that made me even more thankful for what Christ has done.
Talking, laughing and praying with Nate.
And I've gotten to do all these things in the last 24 hours. I'm a lucky girl :).
Saturday, November 09, 2002
Taking a break
If I don't take a break, I'm going to go nuts! My unit plan is going well, but it's a lot of work. I've been in the computer lab for about two hours already and I plan on being here for another three hours at the most. Then I need to sleep for awhile! I've been staying up way too late. Now that I'm into planning this unit on the Earth's moon, I am enjoying it, so at least I have that going for me. :)
I was on this site for Bloom's Taxonomy & Multiple Intelligence Correlations (it really is exciting :D) and found some much needed humor at the moment. It's a "You Might Be a Teacher if..." kind of thing. I can't resist sharing a few of them with you. I picked out the funny/appropriate ones. Here they are:
You might be a teacher if...
You want to slap the next person who says, "Must be nice to work from 8 to 3 and have your summers free!"
You can tell it's a full moon without ever looking outside.
When out in public you feel the urge to talk to strange children and correct their behavior.
You have no time for a life from August to June.
The rest of the page isn't much to look at, except maybe Our School's Homework Policy--maybe I'll understand it after a few years of having my own classroom. Or maybe not. :)
Back to work.
If I don't take a break, I'm going to go nuts! My unit plan is going well, but it's a lot of work. I've been in the computer lab for about two hours already and I plan on being here for another three hours at the most. Then I need to sleep for awhile! I've been staying up way too late. Now that I'm into planning this unit on the Earth's moon, I am enjoying it, so at least I have that going for me. :)
I was on this site for Bloom's Taxonomy & Multiple Intelligence Correlations (it really is exciting :D) and found some much needed humor at the moment. It's a "You Might Be a Teacher if..." kind of thing. I can't resist sharing a few of them with you. I picked out the funny/appropriate ones. Here they are:
You might be a teacher if...
You want to slap the next person who says, "Must be nice to work from 8 to 3 and have your summers free!"
You can tell it's a full moon without ever looking outside.
When out in public you feel the urge to talk to strange children and correct their behavior.
You have no time for a life from August to June.
The rest of the page isn't much to look at, except maybe Our School's Homework Policy--maybe I'll understand it after a few years of having my own classroom. Or maybe not. :)
Back to work.
Emerging for a moment
It's way too late and I really shouldn't be writing, but I haven't written much lately, so I'm going to stay up a few extra minutes to write. It was a gorgeous day here today. I couldn't believe it! Leave it to Michigan to be gloomy, sleeting, slushy, and in the 30s one day and just two days later be in the 50s, sunny, clear, and perfect. I should be used to it by now, but it still surprises me.
Kids are so great. Our speaker, Andy Le Pau (sp?) at Crossroads (aka IV large group) told a story about his two sons, David and Philip, when they were younger. It went something like this:
[Sitting at the breakfast table before church.]
David (the older one): Dad, isn't it about time we told Philip?
[Andy stares at his son blankly]
David: I really think we should tell him, Dad.
Andy: Tell him what.
[Philip shrugs his shoulders]
David: All right, I'll just tell him. (To Philip) This morning at church you are going to be sacrificed.
:) I know. Where did that come from, right? It still makes me laugh.
This week was pretty uneventful. Each day went by, I went to class, continued to count down the days until I get to see Nate :). I considered coming home this weekend, but I'm just too busy with a big unit plan project due Tuesday.
Gosh, I feel boring after writing this post. :) I should say that while this week has been pretty normal, this past weekend at Fall Conference was so good. I'm still processing through what I learned and even getting to see it put into practice in my own life and others' lives as well. I even got to talk with my small group members from the conference this past Thursday at Crossroads. Jon might come to church with me on Sunday. I continue to pray for his salvation.
As Bopie (my grandpa) used to say when we were young: "It's Shadrach, Meshach, and to bed you go" :) Goodnight.
It's way too late and I really shouldn't be writing, but I haven't written much lately, so I'm going to stay up a few extra minutes to write. It was a gorgeous day here today. I couldn't believe it! Leave it to Michigan to be gloomy, sleeting, slushy, and in the 30s one day and just two days later be in the 50s, sunny, clear, and perfect. I should be used to it by now, but it still surprises me.
Kids are so great. Our speaker, Andy Le Pau (sp?) at Crossroads (aka IV large group) told a story about his two sons, David and Philip, when they were younger. It went something like this:
[Sitting at the breakfast table before church.]
David (the older one): Dad, isn't it about time we told Philip?
[Andy stares at his son blankly]
David: I really think we should tell him, Dad.
Andy: Tell him what.
[Philip shrugs his shoulders]
David: All right, I'll just tell him. (To Philip) This morning at church you are going to be sacrificed.
:) I know. Where did that come from, right? It still makes me laugh.
This week was pretty uneventful. Each day went by, I went to class, continued to count down the days until I get to see Nate :). I considered coming home this weekend, but I'm just too busy with a big unit plan project due Tuesday.
Gosh, I feel boring after writing this post. :) I should say that while this week has been pretty normal, this past weekend at Fall Conference was so good. I'm still processing through what I learned and even getting to see it put into practice in my own life and others' lives as well. I even got to talk with my small group members from the conference this past Thursday at Crossroads. Jon might come to church with me on Sunday. I continue to pray for his salvation.
As Bopie (my grandpa) used to say when we were young: "It's Shadrach, Meshach, and to bed you go" :) Goodnight.
Wednesday, November 06, 2002
More pictures
I put another picture on My Pictures webpage. My mom sent it to me yesterday along with my mail and it made me smile. :) :) :) A lot. :) Sorry I don't have more time to write, but I have two assignments due in a couple of hours that I need to get started on.
I put another picture on My Pictures webpage. My mom sent it to me yesterday along with my mail and it made me smile. :) :) :) A lot. :) Sorry I don't have more time to write, but I have two assignments due in a couple of hours that I need to get started on.
Tuesday, November 05, 2002
Now featuring...Chinook Drooger
I just spent 45 minutes to scan and throw together a page with pictures of Chinook, my brother's new puppy, on it. It's kind of part of my webpage, but I have to do some major work on my webpage over Christmas break, so don't look until after then. :) Some pictures need to be removed, and others added. :) Anyway, here is where you can find pictures of my adorable niece puppy Chinook, as well as some other pictures of my brothers and sister. I plan on adding more pictures later--some important people are missing. :) Enjoy.
Now I have to get back to work. It was nice to take a break.
I just spent 45 minutes to scan and throw together a page with pictures of Chinook, my brother's new puppy, on it. It's kind of part of my webpage, but I have to do some major work on my webpage over Christmas break, so don't look until after then. :) Some pictures need to be removed, and others added. :) Anyway, here is where you can find pictures of my adorable niece puppy Chinook, as well as some other pictures of my brothers and sister. I plan on adding more pictures later--some important people are missing. :) Enjoy.
Now I have to get back to work. It was nice to take a break.
Late nights
It's crazy how one will stay up way too late just to see if one has received an email from a certain someone who she cares for a whole lot. I suppose I am a little crazy, or maybe just a bit (;) ) enamored with a great guy down in Houston, TX. It's nice to have that connection, a glimpse into his day, over 1500 miles away. 39 days to go!
Fall Conference was good. Our sovereign God is good. Thank you for your prayers. I will write about it later...maybe. We'll see if I don't have to retreat back to the homework cave. These three weeks until Thanksgiving are going to be interesting.
It's crazy how one will stay up way too late just to see if one has received an email from a certain someone who she cares for a whole lot. I suppose I am a little crazy, or maybe just a bit (;) ) enamored with a great guy down in Houston, TX. It's nice to have that connection, a glimpse into his day, over 1500 miles away. 39 days to go!
Fall Conference was good. Our sovereign God is good. Thank you for your prayers. I will write about it later...maybe. We'll see if I don't have to retreat back to the homework cave. These three weeks until Thanksgiving are going to be interesting.
Friday, November 01, 2002
She's Alive!
I have emerged from my homework cave to attend the InterVarsity Fall Conference this weekend. I don't even have time to be writing this, since there are still a few things to pack and do before leaving. I spent 4-5 hours last night doing homework in the computer lab and got my Ed 369 project mostly done and some other homework finished also. Then I stayed up even later talking with Nate--he kept me company on my cell phone while I drove home and then we stayed up way too late talking. :) Very worth it, though. (By the way, if you are thinking about getting a Nextel--DON'T. We got cut off quite a few times and lost so many parts of the conversation that we finally gave up and used my calling card. If I wasn't getting such a good deal and so attached (only slightly :) ) to my phone, I'd cancel it.)
My main reason for writing is to ask for your prayers for this weekend. I'm leading a small group (kind of like a Bible study group) during the weekend. Pray for God to be working through his Word (we're studying Daniel), for focus throughout the weekend, and for God to change lives and to sustain that change. I'm so excited to go!
"See" you in a couple of days. :)
I have emerged from my homework cave to attend the InterVarsity Fall Conference this weekend. I don't even have time to be writing this, since there are still a few things to pack and do before leaving. I spent 4-5 hours last night doing homework in the computer lab and got my Ed 369 project mostly done and some other homework finished also. Then I stayed up even later talking with Nate--he kept me company on my cell phone while I drove home and then we stayed up way too late talking. :) Very worth it, though. (By the way, if you are thinking about getting a Nextel--DON'T. We got cut off quite a few times and lost so many parts of the conversation that we finally gave up and used my calling card. If I wasn't getting such a good deal and so attached (only slightly :) ) to my phone, I'd cancel it.)
My main reason for writing is to ask for your prayers for this weekend. I'm leading a small group (kind of like a Bible study group) during the weekend. Pray for God to be working through his Word (we're studying Daniel), for focus throughout the weekend, and for God to change lives and to sustain that change. I'm so excited to go!
"See" you in a couple of days. :)
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