I now have my first sunburn for the 2016 Spring Season. Let me state, it was TOTALLY worth it. *grin*
After sleeping in this morning (which was a first in some time), cuddling with Jay, and cleaning up, I headed out to watch two students in their ballgames. I'll be honest, I was looking forward to the afternoon lineup. I was going to watch a student play lacrosse and then watch another student in his soccer game. I enjoy watching my students play sports, I always have and always will. *grin*
I have never understood lacrosse, but then again I haven't sat down to watch a game before either. I now have a whole new respect for lacrosse players. I think it's a dangerous sport, and you must be brave to play the sport. *grin* The student I went to watch did an amazing job, and I honestly learned a lot about the sport. I do like the sport, I just won't run out to play it. *giggle* I'm a wimp. I also enjoyed talking with the student's parents. I'm so blessed to have such good parents on my caseload. They are champs for sure!
The second game was a soccer game, and I loved it too. I will admit, I did enjoy the safety of soccer versus lacrosse. *grin* The young man I went to watch did a great job, and I hope that his family keeps me in the loop on his future games next season even though he won't be at my school next year. *grin* I also enjoyed talking to his family while he played. Gosh, I'm in denial of that family leaving my world. Seriously. They are one special group of people. *grin*
I just walked past a mirror when swapping out laundry, and I noticed how red I am now in the face, legs, and arms. Oops! Note to self: wear sunscreen irregardless of temperature outside! *giggle*
I loved seeing both games today, and am fortunate I still have Solarcaine to help with the pain that I'll have for a little while.
Worth it.
Totally.
LIFE.
IS.
AWESOME.
TOTALLY.
Saturday, April 23, 2016
Tuesday, April 19, 2016
Remembering A Moment In Time
Tonight, as I was sitting at a meeting for church, I was pondering my day.
My day didn't start out as well as I had hoped. Honestly, it was a rough and rocky start, but the best part about my job is that I spend most of my day with kids. So, within that, lots of laughter and love is poured into me even as I pour into the little ones.
I'll openly tell you that I took a few minutes before students arrived (because the rough part happened before school) and sat with Him and prayed. I did so where it was private, so no one was uncomfortable or even knew what I was doing, but I did take a moment and felt better. *grin*
Sometimes it's easy to get frustrated in my room with various character-building situations, but tonight He reminded me of something someone precious on staff said to me in my previous teaching gig.
"You're good with those kinds of kids."
What that specific person was referring to was a challenging student I had at the time, and she didn't skip a beat when she encouraged me. I remember pausing and realizing she was right in that moment. While that kid was with me for just a period of time, He used that kid to teach me what He made me to do.
I am good with those kinds of kids. I will have plenty more of them before I retire. I'm going to add that phrase to my wall where only I can see it, to encourage me. I can do this gig, I mean we have 24.75 school days left, right? *giggle*
LIFE.
IS.
AWESOME.
My day didn't start out as well as I had hoped. Honestly, it was a rough and rocky start, but the best part about my job is that I spend most of my day with kids. So, within that, lots of laughter and love is poured into me even as I pour into the little ones.
I'll openly tell you that I took a few minutes before students arrived (because the rough part happened before school) and sat with Him and prayed. I did so where it was private, so no one was uncomfortable or even knew what I was doing, but I did take a moment and felt better. *grin*
Sometimes it's easy to get frustrated in my room with various character-building situations, but tonight He reminded me of something someone precious on staff said to me in my previous teaching gig.
"You're good with those kinds of kids."
What that specific person was referring to was a challenging student I had at the time, and she didn't skip a beat when she encouraged me. I remember pausing and realizing she was right in that moment. While that kid was with me for just a period of time, He used that kid to teach me what He made me to do.
I am good with those kinds of kids. I will have plenty more of them before I retire. I'm going to add that phrase to my wall where only I can see it, to encourage me. I can do this gig, I mean we have 24.75 school days left, right? *giggle*
LIFE.
IS.
AWESOME.
Saturday, April 09, 2016
FINISHING STRONG
Today I have pondered what to write. I am never short on thoughts, as I'm always pondering, praying, or singing. That's a good thing. *grin* Or at least I think it's a good thing. I mean, I could walk around aimlessly and not wonder about anything. Fortunately, that's not how God wired me. *grin*
This week has had moments of sadness, joy, laughter, and love.
I think that's part of this whole experience this side of Heaven.
You have to have all emotions to appreciate the highs, lows, and everything in-between.
This time of year, days at school can be character-building because kids want summer break and so do the adults.
Today I am in the process of getting things ready for this next week of teaching. One might say, "Take a break", but that will happen in 30.75 school days. I know that my challenge is to finish the year strong, and I'm determined to do so. *grin* These kids are going to learn during these last few days, no matter how tired it makes me. *grin*
Summer will be a good time, as I'm already scheduling tutoring sessions and such. I'm excited for that. As well as camp, and all that goes along with that. Naps, yes, we can't forget naps! *giggle* They are always a Summer Break highlight.
Oh, and I'm working VBS! I'm so glad to be involved in VBS for the first time since I've moved here. So very excited to see what God has in store for us this summer at church. Truly.
Okay, well, time to get back to work. Then I see a nap in my future. I love Saturdays. Seriously. *grin*
LIFE.
IS.
AWESOME.
This week has had moments of sadness, joy, laughter, and love.
I think that's part of this whole experience this side of Heaven.
You have to have all emotions to appreciate the highs, lows, and everything in-between.
This time of year, days at school can be character-building because kids want summer break and so do the adults.
Today I am in the process of getting things ready for this next week of teaching. One might say, "Take a break", but that will happen in 30.75 school days. I know that my challenge is to finish the year strong, and I'm determined to do so. *grin* These kids are going to learn during these last few days, no matter how tired it makes me. *grin*
Summer will be a good time, as I'm already scheduling tutoring sessions and such. I'm excited for that. As well as camp, and all that goes along with that. Naps, yes, we can't forget naps! *giggle* They are always a Summer Break highlight.
Oh, and I'm working VBS! I'm so glad to be involved in VBS for the first time since I've moved here. So very excited to see what God has in store for us this summer at church. Truly.
Okay, well, time to get back to work. Then I see a nap in my future. I love Saturdays. Seriously. *grin*
LIFE.
IS.
AWESOME.
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