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Friday, July 25, 2008

So I guess this is the trend...one post per season! HA HA HA!

It is the middle of summer and I am enjoying every moment of it! Not having to work and taking a break from the politics of work is great!! I am excited about my trip to Mammoth and DC! I get to learn more about earthquakes, volcanoes and rocks! (Excuse the moment of nerdiness!) But more importantly, I get to go visit some dear friends of mine! What a way to end the summer!

So in the midst of this tremendous amount of free time, I am realizing what a couch potato I am! Watching TV is definitely one of my vices! But, when I am able to resist and spend time reading the Bible, books, magazines, etc. I can sense the revival of my brain! Upon more reflection, I realized that I choose to watch TV because i rather be immersed in the world of fantasy then reality. I would much rather get absorbed in the lives of fictional characters then engage in my own life. I realized that it is my pattern of running away from the things God has put before me to think about or pursue. It is my method of defiance. I think I truly believe that if I watch enough TV, God will realize that asking me to think or do a certain thing will magically go away! But, as I run farther and farther away, I run slower and slower because my heart goes heavy. I am not addressing the issues that God has put into my heart which then just build up.

However, as I write this entry, I know that half the battle is realizing what I am doing. So, by the grace of God, may run into my father's arms!

Friday, February 08, 2008

So I guess...I have to post so that I can keep this blog...so here it goes!
This school year has been quite an adjustment! I started grad school this year and the last 5 months of 2007 went by SO quickly! I don't even know what happened between Thanksgiving and my birthday! I guess one of the biggest milestones that has happened since the last post is I turned 30!! I still am not use to saying it out loud but I have to say...it has been a great so far! I don't feel any different but what I do feel is confident in who God has created me. I am totally enjoying life and grateful of all the things that God has blessed me with.
I can't think of anything more to write...so this is going to have to do for now..
I will be back!

Friday, February 01, 2008

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Saturday, August 04, 2007

Well....I think I am getting better at this...only a month since I last posted.

I am SO glad that summer school is done for me! Teaching summer school has been fun but definitely more challenging 2nd semester. I really enjoyed my 1st semester class but 2nd semester there was some challenging students that I had to deal with. But, the great thing is seeing the crazy amount of money I got doing this gig! Can't beat that!

As I head into my official month off, it is busy but I am really excited to spend time more with God, preparing my heart for the next school year as well as getting some much deserved rest! I have been challenged in the last couple of weeks to feel blessed rather than always thinking that things can be better when in reality things are great! I have a home to live in that I own. I have a job that I love (on the most days) and family and friends that love and care for me. What else can someone else ask for! It has been hard, church hopping and not knowing where exactly God is leading me but God is not comfort but character!

So, I look forward to continuing in this lesson of faith and trust that He is going to lead me in a directions that I never ever thought I would ever imagine!

Monday, July 09, 2007

WOW!! It has almost been 10 months since I last posted! Crazy!! Time flies!

Update on the 2006-2007 School year...

I think I am finally in my groove. What I learned summer started a journey of self discovery as to my style and what works for me. I also finally found a way to lesson plan that works for the kids but more important works for me. I guess it is true what they say...anything worth while takes much hard work! I had a wonderful year with my students. I even had a student mention me during the senior presentation which brought me to tears! It is amazing how if you are open to God, He uses you in a mighty way!

As for the my relationship with God, it has been an up and down 9 months. I made a tough decision to leave Newsong. I never thought that could ever happen but when God speaks, you listen! It has been hard church hopping but I think I have finally found one that I feel comfortable at and I have been enjoying the messages on Sundays. But despite finding this church, I still wonder what really constitutes a genuine Christian community. Still pondering this question...more to come later...

Summer 2007
Well, unfortunately, this summer is pretty busy! I decided to install replacement windows and the only way I can pay for them is work summer school. So, I work M-Th 7 to 1:25pm. I have about a 5 hour break and then I am off to class from 6 to 9pm. All I so is go to work, study (sometimes), eat, go to class and sleep. The highlight though is Fridays when I am able to go play golf! =)

Well, this is all for now...I will write more soon...when I am not so tired and in need of a nap before class...