1. Went to Forefront Online Campus. Found out more about David and Goliath. How is that possible when I have heard the story like what 3, 492 times?
2. Ran and accepted that I didn't have to go all out.
3. Read stories and sang the tunes that went with Micah's book. They laughed.
4. Made a healthier choice for lunch than we were initially going to and it was so yummy :)
5. Sorted clothes. Sought out who I could bless and God totally brought that person to mind and found out it was an answer to prayer. That blessed me.
6. Helped my neighbor with some math.
7. Got woke up with "thank you mommy and daddy for the balloons"
8. Got woke up a 2nd time with Micah bringing me flowers, telling me it was time for breakfast and coming down to pancakes, coffee, and eggs.
9. Thought about the kingdom. Seek first and all these things will be added to you as well. I'm getting (understanding) a little bit more of that than ever. Hope I can continue to grow in this.
10. Keep thinking about how to consume less. How to get rid of clutter in a way that allows to enjoy what you really love. (Going through boy clothes started this thought in that Micah has SO MUCH in his drawers that he can't even get to his favorite shirts.)
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Friday and Saturday 10 +10
That's 20 :)
Friday
1. Took the long way home and drove past our old town home. Awesome moment of looking back.
2. Took the boys to "shooting ball" place.
3. Watched Robin Hood with the boys. (Actually watched, didn't do my own thing on the side.) Never realized they had a noose in it before. That's a tough one to explain...
4. Left work with no papers in hand. Could have. Chose not to.
5. Was reminded of why I don't teach LA anymore while grading SCR responses for ELC day. Ha ha check out all those acronyms :)
6. Finished and ordered my dad's birthday present. Big 60 this year :)
7. Moved some furniture to get ready for the carpet cleaner today.
8. Didn't overreact when I could/should have.
9. Kept my mouth shut while others fed off each other on the work overload. Still trying to figure out how to be a light in situations like this.
10. Made choices to consume less.
Saturday
1. Got the carpets cleaned.
2. Brought the boys to the dentist. No cavities. After Aidan' spring appt this was a BIG celebration.
3. Got Little Ceasers for lunch, ate it in the driveway so the carpet could dry. Played with sidewalk chalk. Wrote rhyming words.
4. Went to birthday party at Pump it Up. Played. And played some more. It is way more fun to be a kid than watch the kids.
5. Went on a mini-hike. Needed some non-city moments even if for a moment.
6. Was told by Aidan that I need to hunt down the bears and hyneas and tear their skin off for breakfast for his Surviorman birthday party. Hmmm.
7. Made French Toast for dinner.
8. Got surprised by Jeremy coming home.
9. Went and got new balloons.
10. Randomly rememberd the moment I had slurpees with Aidan in Target right before I went into labor with Micah. I knew it was the last time it would be just "us" and treasured it.
Friday
1. Took the long way home and drove past our old town home. Awesome moment of looking back.
2. Took the boys to "shooting ball" place.
3. Watched Robin Hood with the boys. (Actually watched, didn't do my own thing on the side.) Never realized they had a noose in it before. That's a tough one to explain...
4. Left work with no papers in hand. Could have. Chose not to.
5. Was reminded of why I don't teach LA anymore while grading SCR responses for ELC day. Ha ha check out all those acronyms :)
6. Finished and ordered my dad's birthday present. Big 60 this year :)
7. Moved some furniture to get ready for the carpet cleaner today.
8. Didn't overreact when I could/should have.
9. Kept my mouth shut while others fed off each other on the work overload. Still trying to figure out how to be a light in situations like this.
10. Made choices to consume less.
Saturday
1. Got the carpets cleaned.
2. Brought the boys to the dentist. No cavities. After Aidan' spring appt this was a BIG celebration.
3. Got Little Ceasers for lunch, ate it in the driveway so the carpet could dry. Played with sidewalk chalk. Wrote rhyming words.
4. Went to birthday party at Pump it Up. Played. And played some more. It is way more fun to be a kid than watch the kids.
5. Went on a mini-hike. Needed some non-city moments even if for a moment.
6. Was told by Aidan that I need to hunt down the bears and hyneas and tear their skin off for breakfast for his Surviorman birthday party. Hmmm.
7. Made French Toast for dinner.
8. Got surprised by Jeremy coming home.
9. Went and got new balloons.
10. Randomly rememberd the moment I had slurpees with Aidan in Target right before I went into labor with Micah. I knew it was the last time it would be just "us" and treasured it.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Thursday 10
Missed yesterday. Most of it was spent sleeping :)
Today
1. Had "Family Night" at Starbucks at 8 tonight after conferences. Felt totally blessed to have hot chocolate with the boys.
2. Got water for Pluto at Starbucks...gave the guy a good laugh.
3. Took a nap in the van in the parking lot of the park.
4. Woke up. That was a challenge in inself today.
5. Comforted Micah in the early hours of the morning that there were no snakes in his bed.
6. Tucked Aidan in. He was so proud that he set his bed up on the floor.
7. Talked to a lot more parents. Realized that "student led" really is just talk to your student until the teacher can sit down with you. Will be more prepared for next time.
8. Enjoyed a low-key teaching day. Discovered a softer side to the kids.
9. Reflected on what is the biggest inconvenience in my life right now and what God is revealing to me through that.
10. Hard core believe in the power of prayer. There is no earthly explanation on how I could feel so healthy when I am so sick.
Today
1. Had "Family Night" at Starbucks at 8 tonight after conferences. Felt totally blessed to have hot chocolate with the boys.
2. Got water for Pluto at Starbucks...gave the guy a good laugh.
3. Took a nap in the van in the parking lot of the park.
4. Woke up. That was a challenge in inself today.
5. Comforted Micah in the early hours of the morning that there were no snakes in his bed.
6. Tucked Aidan in. He was so proud that he set his bed up on the floor.
7. Talked to a lot more parents. Realized that "student led" really is just talk to your student until the teacher can sit down with you. Will be more prepared for next time.
8. Enjoyed a low-key teaching day. Discovered a softer side to the kids.
9. Reflected on what is the biggest inconvenience in my life right now and what God is revealing to me through that.
10. Hard core believe in the power of prayer. There is no earthly explanation on how I could feel so healthy when I am so sick.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Tuesday 10
1. Called in a sub for tomorrow. I'm sick and that is ok.
2. Gave a student a hug who was brought to tears from a test grade.
3. Encouraged a lot of parents that test scores are going to be low and that is because I expect critical thinking not just answers. They supported me and it encouraged me to know they got it.
4. Watched a lot of Frasiers when I got home.
5. Got some interesting perspectives on why kids aren't doing their hw.
6. Ate peanutbutter rice krispy bars. Love them.
7. Helped Micah down the stairs with Pluto and Mickey this morning.
8. Was blessed my my teammate doing my outdoor duty because I wasn't feeling good.
9. Put out candycorn.
10. Kissed my sleeping boys that I didn't get to see all day. Missed them. Oh yeah and bought them Haloween cookies for a special treat for tomorrow. Now I even get to give it to them in person :)
2. Gave a student a hug who was brought to tears from a test grade.
3. Encouraged a lot of parents that test scores are going to be low and that is because I expect critical thinking not just answers. They supported me and it encouraged me to know they got it.
4. Watched a lot of Frasiers when I got home.
5. Got some interesting perspectives on why kids aren't doing their hw.
6. Ate peanutbutter rice krispy bars. Love them.
7. Helped Micah down the stairs with Pluto and Mickey this morning.
8. Was blessed my my teammate doing my outdoor duty because I wasn't feeling good.
9. Put out candycorn.
10. Kissed my sleeping boys that I didn't get to see all day. Missed them. Oh yeah and bought them Haloween cookies for a special treat for tomorrow. Now I even get to give it to them in person :)
Monday, September 21, 2009
Monday 10 Things
A while back (long while) I did "3" things...3 pictures, 3 things to remember, and 3 things I was thankful for. I thought I'd give a try at a list of 10 for a week. 10 things I did during the day. In a life so full right now I am hoping it reminds me of what was the most important.
1. Gave Micah a kiss goodnight on the nose and he said "not on my nose, on my mouth!"
2. Sent a text and got a text reminding me of God's goodness and rewards of obedience.
3. Scored and recorded 130 tests...all grades are ready for conferences! Ahhh! Breathe.
4. Turned in something to get copied that wasn't perfect...I sent it to print anyway.
5. Listened to Matthew 1-6. Thought it was weird how it went from Jesus birth to the Beatitudes so quickly, never noticed that before.
6. Went to Souper Salad. Was so proud of Aidan getting all his own food himself and then he dumped it all over the floor. Allowed him to feel sad (with the reminding from Jeremy :)) instead of telling him why he could just fix it and go on. It was a big deal to him. Acknowledging that was good.
7. Took a long hot shower in hopes to feel better. I am coming down with something and trying to stay ontop of it.
8. Let some stuff go.
9. Called Jeremy to ask for encouragement when I was feeling overwhelmed. Got some.
10. Had Aidan find me to tell me he got to the next level all by himself. He was so proud. I was happy for him. Especially after his being grounded being removed...all the more excitement to play again.
1. Gave Micah a kiss goodnight on the nose and he said "not on my nose, on my mouth!"
2. Sent a text and got a text reminding me of God's goodness and rewards of obedience.
3. Scored and recorded 130 tests...all grades are ready for conferences! Ahhh! Breathe.
4. Turned in something to get copied that wasn't perfect...I sent it to print anyway.
5. Listened to Matthew 1-6. Thought it was weird how it went from Jesus birth to the Beatitudes so quickly, never noticed that before.
6. Went to Souper Salad. Was so proud of Aidan getting all his own food himself and then he dumped it all over the floor. Allowed him to feel sad (with the reminding from Jeremy :)) instead of telling him why he could just fix it and go on. It was a big deal to him. Acknowledging that was good.
7. Took a long hot shower in hopes to feel better. I am coming down with something and trying to stay ontop of it.
8. Let some stuff go.
9. Called Jeremy to ask for encouragement when I was feeling overwhelmed. Got some.
10. Had Aidan find me to tell me he got to the next level all by himself. He was so proud. I was happy for him. Especially after his being grounded being removed...all the more excitement to play again.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
On Feb 6th
I wrote "Being busy keeps us in "good mode" but being still moves us to extraordinary."
I was reading Psalm 23.
I was helping those that "didn't get math."
I was redefining what was important to me.
Today.
I started my morning with Matthew 5.
I read the promises of Psalm 23.
I cherished my night with my boys.
I am planning Surface Area and Volume.
I am redefining what is important to me.
I am writing the line from Dead Poet's Society "dare to live lives extraordinary".
Dare.
In February I believed it came from being still, but now I am in a season of more on my plate than ever. Still isn't outward it is inward. "It is well with my soul" came out of a story of horrible circumstances.
Bottom line. He must become more. I must become less.
Dare for extraordinary.
I was reading Psalm 23.
I was helping those that "didn't get math."
I was redefining what was important to me.
Today.
I started my morning with Matthew 5.
I read the promises of Psalm 23.
I cherished my night with my boys.
I am planning Surface Area and Volume.
I am redefining what is important to me.
I am writing the line from Dead Poet's Society "dare to live lives extraordinary".
Dare.
In February I believed it came from being still, but now I am in a season of more on my plate than ever. Still isn't outward it is inward. "It is well with my soul" came out of a story of horrible circumstances.
Bottom line. He must become more. I must become less.
Dare for extraordinary.
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
A perspective shot
and this http://biglefteye.blogspot.com/2009/09/makes-me-feel-so-tiny-in-this-small.html
Need a good kick tonight to take a breath and enjoy the view. Here is my perspective shot from just last month @ Mt. Yale. I have always loved the perspective that the mountains give. God is crazy creative.
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