FOR TODAY
(February 4, 2012)
Outside my window... it rained all night and has been misting all day. I'm still holding out for one good snow. We've got more built-in snow days to use at school, and I want to have a good cover!
I am thinking... that it is very easy to fall into laziness. I don't necessarily mean the lay-around-all-day kind of lazy. It's easy to get lazy at work, not always giving your best. It's easy to get lazy in your prayer life, not always taking the time to stop and pray. It's easy to get lazy in the journey to all that we are supposed to become. It's easy to get sidetracked and to settle for so much less than that for which we have been created.
I am thankful for... examples of selfless loyalty and unwavering courage.
I am wearing... a t-shirt and jeans - no make-up.
I am creating... not much of anything; that's part of the problem.
I am going... nowhere in life. That's overly dramatic and not entirely true. But I've felt the weight of that thought a lot lately. I'm not sure what I'm supposed to be in life. I'm also not sure how to get to the things I really want. If you have some time, will you please offer a quick prayer for me?
I am reading... Well, I started Sacraments and Scripture by Tim Gray. I haven't gotten very far in it, but I know that if I can focus and read, it will bring much blessing and intellectual stimulation.
I am hoping... to not waste time wandering aimlessly. I want to be deliberate and purposeful in everything I do.
I am hearing... the start of another episode of NCIS. Gotta love the USA marathons!
Around the classroom... We just finished a successfully busy Catholic Schools' Week. There were many fun activities, and we also had our First Communion Retreat with the REAP Team. It is common for me to sit at Sacrament prep things and know what I would say if given the opportunity. This time, I actually did get up and say something. I was told later that I fit right in with the rest of the team. ::sigh:: I know. I love the world of retreats and youth ministry. And I do fit there.
One of my favorite things... late nights and good conversation with close friends!
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Daybook: A Night of Conferences
FOR TODAY
(November 1, 2011)
Outside my window... Today's weather is beautiful! I'm in love with the gentle breeze. I spent some quality God time outside on Saturday, and my senses have been infatuated with the season ever since. (Let's be honest, my senses had been infatuated at the first hint of Fall weather, but Saturday did contribute to a rekindling.)
I am thinking... a lot about purpose and motivation. I'm seeking to discover what ignites a drive within me to do things. I want the kind of interior freedom that I suspect comes from knowing where one is supposed to be headed - who one should be becoming.
I am thankful for... time. At this point, I'd like it to just keep moving. (I watched Finding Nemo yesterday, so my "just keep moving on" comment has me singing "just keep swimming, just keep swimming")
I am wearing... Dress pants, dress socks, nice shoes, a blue shirt, and a black sweater. I'm still at school awaiting more Parent-Teacher Conferences.
I am creating... more and more sewing failures ;-) Oh well. I guess I just need more practice.
I am going... to get. out. of. this. funk. Sooner rather than later would be good.
I am reading... A Woman Wrapped in Silence - but only very slowly. I have a couple of books I need to preview for my classroom.
I am hoping... that true peace and lasting joy are waiting just around the corner. And I'm mostly hoping that they will be sprinkled all throughout Advent and Christmas.
I am hearing... leaves rustling in the wind, a dog barking, and strange as of yet unidentified sound outside that successfully distracted my students today.
Around the classroom... I had to reschedule Parent-Teacher Conferences from last Thursday so that I could be present at history in the making. Game 6 of the World Series was, in many ways, just what I needed. Fun.
One of my favorite things... a nice cup of coffee on a nature trail during a peaceful Saturday outing.
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(November 1, 2011)
Outside my window... Today's weather is beautiful! I'm in love with the gentle breeze. I spent some quality God time outside on Saturday, and my senses have been infatuated with the season ever since. (Let's be honest, my senses had been infatuated at the first hint of Fall weather, but Saturday did contribute to a rekindling.)
I am thinking... a lot about purpose and motivation. I'm seeking to discover what ignites a drive within me to do things. I want the kind of interior freedom that I suspect comes from knowing where one is supposed to be headed - who one should be becoming.
I am thankful for... time. At this point, I'd like it to just keep moving. (I watched Finding Nemo yesterday, so my "just keep moving on" comment has me singing "just keep swimming, just keep swimming")
I am wearing... Dress pants, dress socks, nice shoes, a blue shirt, and a black sweater. I'm still at school awaiting more Parent-Teacher Conferences.
I am creating... more and more sewing failures ;-) Oh well. I guess I just need more practice.
I am going... to get. out. of. this. funk. Sooner rather than later would be good.
I am reading... A Woman Wrapped in Silence - but only very slowly. I have a couple of books I need to preview for my classroom.
I am hoping... that true peace and lasting joy are waiting just around the corner. And I'm mostly hoping that they will be sprinkled all throughout Advent and Christmas.
I am hearing... leaves rustling in the wind, a dog barking, and strange as of yet unidentified sound outside that successfully distracted my students today.
Around the classroom... I had to reschedule Parent-Teacher Conferences from last Thursday so that I could be present at history in the making. Game 6 of the World Series was, in many ways, just what I needed. Fun.
One of my favorite things... a nice cup of coffee on a nature trail during a peaceful Saturday outing.
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Daybook: Something Coming
FOR TODAY
(September 7, 2011)
Outside my window... I'm loving the weather! I can smell and feel the coming fall, and I couldn't be more delighted! The heat of the summer got old...especially when it crept into September. I'm ready for some nice crisp air!
I am thinking... that this whole confusion thing is going to look really great when I see it as a display of God faithfulness and power to work in my life. When I see Him with the glory of it all then I will see greatness. Until then...wow. This has been a long battle.
I am thankful for... my students. So far, they have made the start of this school year smooth.
I am wearing... PJs! I've been wearing a skirt to school most days. I'm thinking of going for a dress tomorrow.
I am creating... a Big Dream. However, if all is right in the world (and my soul), it's actually going to be God who does the creating.
I am going... to learn how to sew. I need to find a place to buy a new belt for a very old machine. Then comes the fabric. Then comes the sewing.
I am reading... I just finished The End of Molasses Classes by Ron Clark. If you want to read the story of a Big Dream becoming a very successful reality, read this book. From a teacher standpoint, I loved almost all of it. From a person standpoint, I'm inspired to enter into greatness. I've become a huge Ron Clark fan.
I am hoping... for a miracle. There. I said it. I've prayed it. I'm surrendered. It's all Yours God. It's all Yours.
I am hearing... a doubtful voice inside me that really should just go away. It is not welcome here.
Around the classroom... we've really got things rolling in 2H this year! Math groups on Tuesdays are a great new addition. Writing Skills time during the week seems like it just might work out with a limited number of headaches. Math Challenge time is lots of fun too! With all of that plus the regular joy of Reading Groups and general teaching activities, AND 45 minute art and music breaks this year, I'd say things are shaping up fairly well!
One of my favorite things... joy at the sight of adventure and possibility.
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(September 7, 2011)
Outside my window... I'm loving the weather! I can smell and feel the coming fall, and I couldn't be more delighted! The heat of the summer got old...especially when it crept into September. I'm ready for some nice crisp air!
I am thinking... that this whole confusion thing is going to look really great when I see it as a display of God faithfulness and power to work in my life. When I see Him with the glory of it all then I will see greatness. Until then...wow. This has been a long battle.
I am thankful for... my students. So far, they have made the start of this school year smooth.
I am wearing... PJs! I've been wearing a skirt to school most days. I'm thinking of going for a dress tomorrow.
I am creating... a Big Dream. However, if all is right in the world (and my soul), it's actually going to be God who does the creating.
I am going... to learn how to sew. I need to find a place to buy a new belt for a very old machine. Then comes the fabric. Then comes the sewing.
I am reading... I just finished The End of Molasses Classes by Ron Clark. If you want to read the story of a Big Dream becoming a very successful reality, read this book. From a teacher standpoint, I loved almost all of it. From a person standpoint, I'm inspired to enter into greatness. I've become a huge Ron Clark fan.
I am hoping... for a miracle. There. I said it. I've prayed it. I'm surrendered. It's all Yours God. It's all Yours.
I am hearing... a doubtful voice inside me that really should just go away. It is not welcome here.
Around the classroom... we've really got things rolling in 2H this year! Math groups on Tuesdays are a great new addition. Writing Skills time during the week seems like it just might work out with a limited number of headaches. Math Challenge time is lots of fun too! With all of that plus the regular joy of Reading Groups and general teaching activities, AND 45 minute art and music breaks this year, I'd say things are shaping up fairly well!
One of my favorite things... joy at the sight of adventure and possibility.
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Monday, May 16, 2011
Daybook: Quite an Interesting Day
FOR TODAY
(May 16, 2011)
Outside my window... After a week of very warm weather (notice I refrained from calling it "hot.") the past few days have been quite chilly. I'm laying in bed, but it is not fully dark yet. I'm hoping for a restful night's sleep.
I am thinking... that the movement of time is a blessing in that it is constant. If it slowed down for all of the things I wanted it to I'd probably never learn to be grateful for time well spend. If it sped up through everything I wanted it to, I'd probably never learn to understand - even when it's hard to understand.
I am thankful for... a wonderful friend who is home for LONGER THAN JUST THE SUMMER!!!
I am wearing... PJs! I'm already in bed, remember?
I am creating... a brand new place for God in my heart.
I am going... to trust when it's hard, love when I don't want to, and fully surrender no matter what...for the rest of my life. Really.
I am reading... I'm not actually reading anything. Although I have still been somewhat consistently praying through In Conversation with God. (which I highly recommend)
I am hoping... that I love God more tomorrow than I do today.
I am hearing... the fan blowing and my fingers typing
Around the classroom... less than 2 weeks left. Wow.
One of my favorite things... moving water.
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(May 16, 2011)
Outside my window... After a week of very warm weather (notice I refrained from calling it "hot.") the past few days have been quite chilly. I'm laying in bed, but it is not fully dark yet. I'm hoping for a restful night's sleep.
I am thinking... that the movement of time is a blessing in that it is constant. If it slowed down for all of the things I wanted it to I'd probably never learn to be grateful for time well spend. If it sped up through everything I wanted it to, I'd probably never learn to understand - even when it's hard to understand.
I am thankful for... a wonderful friend who is home for LONGER THAN JUST THE SUMMER!!!
I am wearing... PJs! I'm already in bed, remember?
I am creating... a brand new place for God in my heart.
I am going... to trust when it's hard, love when I don't want to, and fully surrender no matter what...for the rest of my life. Really.
I am reading... I'm not actually reading anything. Although I have still been somewhat consistently praying through In Conversation with God. (which I highly recommend)
I am hoping... that I love God more tomorrow than I do today.
I am hearing... the fan blowing and my fingers typing
Around the classroom... less than 2 weeks left. Wow.
One of my favorite things... moving water.
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Sunday, February 13, 2011
Daybook: My First Full Week of School in a Long Time
FOR TODAY
(February 13, 2011)
Outside my window... We had a beautifully warm day today! I didn't wear a coat (or hat, or scarf, or gloves). I even took a nice walk outside. I'm told the 5 day forecast looks nice, but also that I should avoid looking at the 10 day forecast. So, I will.
I am thinking... about what a blessing it is to have so many people to pray for. When it is tempting to allow my prayer time to be consumed by one thing, I never have an excuse to let it happen.
I am thankful for... amazing teenagers who really do want the best out of life.
I am wearing... PJs! It's almost bed time...
I am creating... new commitments.
I am going... to make sure that I am giving. This morning (with a particular situation in mind) I asked myself, "I have really given anything to this?" The answer could, quite honestly, be no. So, I am going to make certain that I give.
I am reading... nothing much. Though I did just move my ribbon to the correct week for In Conversation with God.
I am hoping... that I'm listening to God.
I am hearing... the fan blowing. It's almost bed time, remember?
Around the classroom... I can be a better teacher. That is just a fact. Now, it is time to start focusing on that fact and living it.
One of my favorite things... smiles. :-)
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(February 13, 2011)
Outside my window... We had a beautifully warm day today! I didn't wear a coat (or hat, or scarf, or gloves). I even took a nice walk outside. I'm told the 5 day forecast looks nice, but also that I should avoid looking at the 10 day forecast. So, I will.
I am thinking... about what a blessing it is to have so many people to pray for. When it is tempting to allow my prayer time to be consumed by one thing, I never have an excuse to let it happen.
I am thankful for... amazing teenagers who really do want the best out of life.
I am wearing... PJs! It's almost bed time...
I am creating... new commitments.
I am going... to make sure that I am giving. This morning (with a particular situation in mind) I asked myself, "I have really given anything to this?" The answer could, quite honestly, be no. So, I am going to make certain that I give.
I am reading... nothing much. Though I did just move my ribbon to the correct week for In Conversation with God.
I am hoping... that I'm listening to God.
I am hearing... the fan blowing. It's almost bed time, remember?
Around the classroom... I can be a better teacher. That is just a fact. Now, it is time to start focusing on that fact and living it.
One of my favorite things... smiles. :-)
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Monday, January 31, 2011
Daybook: When a Snow Storm is Coming
FOR TODAY
(January 31, 2011)
Outside my window... there is ice. Apparently. School was dismissed at 1:15 today because of weather conditions. There is supposed to be more ice throughout the night, with snow on top of that ALL DAY tomorrow. I'm predicting 2 snow days, would be fine with 1, and am hoping for none.
I am thinking... that I have a lot to learn. And there are so many ways I need to grow. I'm fairly certain that there are enumerable lessons in trust coming my way.
I am thankful for... the patient, loving, compassionate, and holy people I am so very blessed to call my friends.
I am wearing... PJ's all the way! Woot!
I am creating... what I'm sure will one day be comical memories. One day. Not today. Although tomorrow does look kind of promising.
I am going... to praise God in my prayers. Really, honestly, and genuinely praise Him. Because He is oh so good and so worthy.
I am reading... lately, my own blog posts. It's been kind of weird.
I am hoping... that someday being honest with people doesn't make me feel quite so physically ill.
I am hearing... the sounds of friends voices -phone call after phone call today. It's been really great.
Around the classroom...Catholic Schools' Week, friends. Catholic Schools' Week. Although the excitement may be thwarted by this weather that has been predicted.
One of my favorite things... the moment right after vulnerable conversation. Not the moments before. Not the moments in the midst of them. The moment after. When they are over. And God's grace and peace are able to overcome my fears.
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(January 31, 2011)
Outside my window... there is ice. Apparently. School was dismissed at 1:15 today because of weather conditions. There is supposed to be more ice throughout the night, with snow on top of that ALL DAY tomorrow. I'm predicting 2 snow days, would be fine with 1, and am hoping for none.
I am thinking... that I have a lot to learn. And there are so many ways I need to grow. I'm fairly certain that there are enumerable lessons in trust coming my way.
I am thankful for... the patient, loving, compassionate, and holy people I am so very blessed to call my friends.
I am wearing... PJ's all the way! Woot!
I am creating... what I'm sure will one day be comical memories. One day. Not today. Although tomorrow does look kind of promising.
I am going... to praise God in my prayers. Really, honestly, and genuinely praise Him. Because He is oh so good and so worthy.
I am reading... lately, my own blog posts. It's been kind of weird.
I am hoping... that someday being honest with people doesn't make me feel quite so physically ill.
I am hearing... the sounds of friends voices -phone call after phone call today. It's been really great.
Around the classroom...Catholic Schools' Week, friends. Catholic Schools' Week. Although the excitement may be thwarted by this weather that has been predicted.
One of my favorite things... the moment right after vulnerable conversation. Not the moments before. Not the moments in the midst of them. The moment after. When they are over. And God's grace and peace are able to overcome my fears.
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Daybook: A Few Days Before the Pro-Life Trip to D.C.
FOR TODAY
(January 18, 2011)
Outside my window... Today started out warmer than I had anticipated; it has since gotten colder again. There is a lot of snow in the forecast for the next couple of days. Normally, I've been excited by the possibility of a snow day. However, now that there is only 1 more built into the schedule, the excitement is waning. Time will tell what will happen...time will tell.
I am thinking... that for all the times God has to wait on me, I shouldn't be quite so antsy and annoying when He asks me to wait on Him.
I am thankful for... the blessing of living in a world where dreams can (and do!) come true. Also, I'm thankful that, of all the burdens my faith brings, I am able to practice it openly and outwardly without fear of death. Though there are many ways that God is shunned from our society, His people are free to love Him and live their lives in accord with His Divine Will. That is blessing that generations before us did not have. And I am grateful.
I am wearing... Kakki (sp?) pants, green shirt with brown sweater on top, and brown dress socks.
I am creating... perfectly formed, to the point, ill-intentioned thoughts that will (God willing) never become words actually spoken. But I'm sure thinking them. ...like I said, I need to wait better...
I am going... to watch NCIS tonight! Also, I leave Friday evening for the March for Life!
I am reading... In Conversation with God -some days. I've begun Come Meet Jesus-sort of. To Know Christ Jesus is closest to my bed and often picked up at night. My old journals - each entry brings back memories, lots and lots of memories.
I am hoping... that resolution comesswiftly in God's time in a way that makes me feel better grow in holiness. ;-)
I am hearing... my computer. It sounds like it is working hard for some reason.
Around the classroom...The SmartBoard is up but not running. We are beginning our class mission this week ("Read to Feed"). I'm busy making sub plans for those days that I'll be in D.C.
One of my favorite things... being able to fall asleep. Too many late nights texting lately...
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(January 18, 2011)
Outside my window... Today started out warmer than I had anticipated; it has since gotten colder again. There is a lot of snow in the forecast for the next couple of days. Normally, I've been excited by the possibility of a snow day. However, now that there is only 1 more built into the schedule, the excitement is waning. Time will tell what will happen...time will tell.
I am thinking... that for all the times God has to wait on me, I shouldn't be quite so antsy and annoying when He asks me to wait on Him.
I am thankful for... the blessing of living in a world where dreams can (and do!) come true. Also, I'm thankful that, of all the burdens my faith brings, I am able to practice it openly and outwardly without fear of death. Though there are many ways that God is shunned from our society, His people are free to love Him and live their lives in accord with His Divine Will. That is blessing that generations before us did not have. And I am grateful.
I am wearing... Kakki (sp?) pants, green shirt with brown sweater on top, and brown dress socks.
I am creating... perfectly formed, to the point, ill-intentioned thoughts that will (God willing) never become words actually spoken. But I'm sure thinking them. ...like I said, I need to wait better...
I am going... to watch NCIS tonight! Also, I leave Friday evening for the March for Life!
I am reading... In Conversation with God -some days. I've begun Come Meet Jesus-sort of. To Know Christ Jesus is closest to my bed and often picked up at night. My old journals - each entry brings back memories, lots and lots of memories.
I am hoping... that resolution comes
I am hearing... my computer. It sounds like it is working hard for some reason.
Around the classroom...The SmartBoard is up but not running. We are beginning our class mission this week ("Read to Feed"). I'm busy making sub plans for those days that I'll be in D.C.
One of my favorite things... being able to fall asleep. Too many late nights texting lately...
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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Daybook: On a Day That Makes Me Worry I May Soon Have No Voice
To read a wonderful quote by St. John of the Cross (on his feast day) and my short reflection click here. To read Elizabeth's thoughts on the same quote (which I first read on her blog) click here.
FOR TODAY
(December 14, 2010)
Outside my window... C-O-L-D! There is still snow on the grass, which makes me smile and my students crazy. It is dark, which it seems to always be when I am home (since I leave before the sun comes up and am home for about an hour of daylight in the evening. There is more "winter weather" coming!
I am thinking... that I am more in-tune with my friends and the needs of those around me when my prayer life is consistent and intentional. I should get that straightened out in my life...
I am thankful for... Cell phones. My best friends (who are much too far away) seem less far because of them.
I am wearing... PJ'S and I'm wrapped in a warm quilt!
I am creating... nothing really comes to mind...
I am going... to bed very, very soon. I sense sickness at the doorstep, and I would prefer NOT to let him in.
I am reading... To Know Christ Jesus ... some. I'm thinking of picking up Searching for and Maintaining Peace again. I really wish I could find my Advent/Christmas In Conversation with God; I think it would really help with the kind of prayer life mentioned above.
I am hoping... that certain honesty can be made manifest in a holy and God-glorifying way.
I am hearing... myself cough. Yuck.
Around the classroom...Santa Brain. The. End.
One of my favorite things... this time, it is a person. A person who just so happens to be named Sarah, but I prefer "Daz" or "Dazzer" or "Dazzers" or "Dazzerbelle"
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FOR TODAY
(December 14, 2010)
Outside my window... C-O-L-D! There is still snow on the grass, which makes me smile and my students crazy. It is dark, which it seems to always be when I am home (since I leave before the sun comes up and am home for about an hour of daylight in the evening. There is more "winter weather" coming!
I am thinking... that I am more in-tune with my friends and the needs of those around me when my prayer life is consistent and intentional. I should get that straightened out in my life...
I am thankful for... Cell phones. My best friends (who are much too far away) seem less far because of them.
I am wearing... PJ'S and I'm wrapped in a warm quilt!
I am creating... nothing really comes to mind...
I am going... to bed very, very soon. I sense sickness at the doorstep, and I would prefer NOT to let him in.
I am reading... To Know Christ Jesus ... some. I'm thinking of picking up Searching for and Maintaining Peace again. I really wish I could find my Advent/Christmas In Conversation with God; I think it would really help with the kind of prayer life mentioned above.
I am hoping... that certain honesty can be made manifest in a holy and God-glorifying way.
I am hearing... myself cough. Yuck.
Around the classroom...Santa Brain. The. End.
One of my favorite things... this time, it is a person. A person who just so happens to be named Sarah, but I prefer "Daz" or "Dazzer" or "Dazzers" or "Dazzerbelle"
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Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Daybook: Because I Want to Blog Without too Much Thinking
FOR TODAY
(November 17, 2010)
Outside my window... it is very dark. Though it is not late, not even 8:00. Also, the weather has settled into a chilly state over the past few days. I'm happy with itfor now.
I am thinking... about how God, in wisdom and perfect love, does things that I am far from understanding, but which cause me to smile.
I am thankful for... Grace. Tonight, the 2nd graders at my Parish make their First Reconciliation. My 2nd graders will participate in the Sacrament for the first time at the end of this month. I'm so excited for the flowing of grace!
I am wearing... Jeans, T-shirt, Benedictine Hoodie.
I am creating... new personal commitments.
I am going... to a senior retreat tomorrow night. I'm leading a 30-minute session (three times). Prayers please.
I am reading... hmmm... I honestly think I've been picking up a new book each time I sit down to read.
I am hoping... that I'm able to cling to grace instead of self.
I am hearing... mom and dad talking about free shipping.
Around the classroom..."Take out a piece of paper. Open your science books to page 128. There has been far too much talking today. It has taken too long to get your attention. Too many of you have been talking and not listening while I'm teaching. So, you are going to start with the word desert and copy every word from this page and the next, in complete silence, until I tell you that you can stop." It only took me 62 school days to become "one of those" teachers. :-(
One of my favorite things... when I can trustingly smile at God even while knowing that this thing He has going on might just hurt a whole lot.
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(November 17, 2010)
Outside my window... it is very dark. Though it is not late, not even 8:00. Also, the weather has settled into a chilly state over the past few days. I'm happy with it
I am thinking... about how God, in wisdom and perfect love, does things that I am far from understanding, but which cause me to smile.
I am thankful for... Grace. Tonight, the 2nd graders at my Parish make their First Reconciliation. My 2nd graders will participate in the Sacrament for the first time at the end of this month. I'm so excited for the flowing of grace!
I am wearing... Jeans, T-shirt, Benedictine Hoodie.
I am creating... new personal commitments.
I am going... to a senior retreat tomorrow night. I'm leading a 30-minute session (three times). Prayers please.
I am reading... hmmm... I honestly think I've been picking up a new book each time I sit down to read.
I am hoping... that I'm able to cling to grace instead of self.
I am hearing... mom and dad talking about free shipping.
Around the classroom..."Take out a piece of paper. Open your science books to page 128. There has been far too much talking today. It has taken too long to get your attention. Too many of you have been talking and not listening while I'm teaching. So, you are going to start with the word desert and copy every word from this page and the next, in complete silence, until I tell you that you can stop." It only took me 62 school days to become "one of those" teachers. :-(
One of my favorite things... when I can trustingly smile at God even while knowing that this thing He has going on might just hurt a whole lot.
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Thursday, October 14, 2010
Day Book: Nearing the End of a Week that Flew
FOR TODAY
(October 14, 2010)
Outside my window... it is very dark. I'm laying in bed avoiding both sleep and my thoughts. I'm tired. In many ways. But right now, I just need to be.
I am thinking... that I need to change. I must change. God is waiting. I don't know exactly what needs to change. I don't know when it will happen or what its result will be. However, change seems to be on the horizon.
I am thankful for... the rhythm and liturgy of the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church.
I am wearing... PJs and probably a look of deep contemplation.
I am creating... memories -f or myself, for some amazing teens, for my students, for my family, for my friends, for my coworkers. I hope that I am creating well.
I am going... to seek and surrender. That much I know He asks.
I am reading... A little of this and little of that. Nothing very consistent.
I am hoping... that things change. I hope that I become better, become holier.
I am hearing... the fan blowing and my fingers typing. Also, a voice inside me that seems to think I should resist and that whatever I'm sensing myself called to isn't possible anyway. I'm hearing that voice, but I'm trying ever so hard to not listen.
Around the classroom...I will be getting a SMART Board! I've introduced a new Reading Response Program. The students seem to like it. The organizational element is finished. I think it might actually work well!
One of my favorite things... good, honest, Christ-centered conversation.
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(October 14, 2010)
Outside my window... it is very dark. I'm laying in bed avoiding both sleep and my thoughts. I'm tired. In many ways. But right now, I just need to be.
I am thinking... that I need to change. I must change. God is waiting. I don't know exactly what needs to change. I don't know when it will happen or what its result will be. However, change seems to be on the horizon.
I am thankful for... the rhythm and liturgy of the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church.
I am wearing... PJs and probably a look of deep contemplation.
I am creating... memories -f or myself, for some amazing teens, for my students, for my family, for my friends, for my coworkers. I hope that I am creating well.
I am going... to seek and surrender. That much I know He asks.
I am reading... A little of this and little of that. Nothing very consistent.
I am hoping... that things change. I hope that I become better, become holier.
I am hearing... the fan blowing and my fingers typing. Also, a voice inside me that seems to think I should resist and that whatever I'm sensing myself called to isn't possible anyway. I'm hearing that voice, but I'm trying ever so hard to not listen.
Around the classroom...I will be getting a SMART Board! I've introduced a new Reading Response Program. The students seem to like it. The organizational element is finished. I think it might actually work well!
One of my favorite things... good, honest, Christ-centered conversation.
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
Daybook: A Week of Fall Weather!
FOR TODAY
(September 26, 2010)
Outside my window... there is misty rain and cool temperatures. I've had tea, but I did not have it walking around a park, which, in my opinion, means that I have not enjoyed the weather to the fullest potential.
I am thinking... that God's timing is really, really important. Our relationships, decisions, and peace depend upon our ability to wait (or react) to the ways God reveals His timing. For me, in one situation, the time is coming. It is nearly upon me. I am oh so ready for it to pass.
I am thankful for... days that go well without me trying too hard. Moments when God's presence gives me the kind of peace that overcomes. Surprise conversations with old, yet unforgotten, friends.
I am wearing... Jeans, a green shirt, a gray sweater, and blue argyle socks. My hair is down and straightened, and there is no make-up on my face.
I am creating... lessons, a talk, and virtue - step by step.
I am going... to spend as much of my time as I can preparing. When I prepare well, I live well. Thus, I will plan my lessons, my youth group talk, and my spirit and emotions for meaningful conversation and prayer.
I am reading... I've been picking up Frank Sheed's To Know Christ Jesus again in recent days. I never finished it when I first began a couple years ago. It makes for just the right amount reflection before I fall asleep at night.
I am hoping... that I surrender well. Everyday. In all things.
I am hearing... NCIS
Around the classroom...I have science plans for the next 3 weeks set. We have some fun religion activities coming up in the next few weeks. I also have some seasonal reading activities in the works. Also, I will look my students in the eye when they talk to me, even in those moments when they interrupt my working.
One of my favorite things... tea.
I am growing ... up. I'm becoming more and more of an adult...for better or first worse.
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(September 26, 2010)
Outside my window... there is misty rain and cool temperatures. I've had tea, but I did not have it walking around a park, which, in my opinion, means that I have not enjoyed the weather to the fullest potential.
I am thinking... that God's timing is really, really important. Our relationships, decisions, and peace depend upon our ability to wait (or react) to the ways God reveals His timing. For me, in one situation, the time is coming. It is nearly upon me. I am oh so ready for it to pass.
I am thankful for... days that go well without me trying too hard. Moments when God's presence gives me the kind of peace that overcomes. Surprise conversations with old, yet unforgotten, friends.
I am wearing... Jeans, a green shirt, a gray sweater, and blue argyle socks. My hair is down and straightened, and there is no make-up on my face.
I am creating... lessons, a talk, and virtue - step by step.
I am going... to spend as much of my time as I can preparing. When I prepare well, I live well. Thus, I will plan my lessons, my youth group talk, and my spirit and emotions for meaningful conversation and prayer.
I am reading... I've been picking up Frank Sheed's To Know Christ Jesus again in recent days. I never finished it when I first began a couple years ago. It makes for just the right amount reflection before I fall asleep at night.
I am hoping... that I surrender well. Everyday. In all things.
I am hearing... NCIS
Around the classroom...I have science plans for the next 3 weeks set. We have some fun religion activities coming up in the next few weeks. I also have some seasonal reading activities in the works. Also, I will look my students in the eye when they talk to me, even in those moments when they interrupt my working.
One of my favorite things... tea.
I am growing ... up. I'm becoming more and more of an adult...for better or first worse.
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Monday, September 20, 2010
Daybook: The Beginning Part of a Long Week
FOR TODAY
(September 20, 2010)
Outside my window... it is dark. That combined with how tired I am make it seem very, very late. It's not even 8:30.
I am thinking... about what my life would look like if I really gave 100%. I'm thinking that because I've started thinking that God is calling me to just that. 100%, all the time. My initial response to that: wow, I'm already tired even as it is. That hasn't stopped God from calling. I've become quite dissatisfied when I catch myself giving less.
I am thankful for... the many, many gifts God has given to me and the little ways He has allowed me to recognize them lately. Also, the providential way that, though we far apart, my friends and I continue to live parallel spiritual lives. This allows us to be great comfort and encouragement to each other.
I am wearing... Pajama pants and my undershirt from school today. My hair is down and my teeth are brushed. I'm laying in bed. There is still make-up on my face.
I am creating... lessons and promises.
I am going... to be at school for too long tomorrow. However, Wednesday is the first day of Fall. I have lots of classroom decorating to do.
I am reading... A lot of teacher's manuals, an A to Z Mystery book as a classroom read aloud, and a lot about the Blessed Mother in preparation for a youth group night to come at the beginning of October.
I am hoping... that God continues to bless me with an abundance of recognizable gifts... and that I learn to surrender wholly, including surrender to the fact that in order to live the life to which I am called, I must be willing to suffer.
I am hearing... fans blowing in the room
Around the classroom...it's ITBS week. It's funny because though I'm not an advocate of standardized testing, there are elements of this week that are able to look more like my vision for my classroom than anything else has so far.
One of my favorite things... getting enough sleep.
I am growing ... closer to God. Hopefully.
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(September 20, 2010)
Outside my window... it is dark. That combined with how tired I am make it seem very, very late. It's not even 8:30.
I am thinking... about what my life would look like if I really gave 100%. I'm thinking that because I've started thinking that God is calling me to just that. 100%, all the time. My initial response to that: wow, I'm already tired even as it is. That hasn't stopped God from calling. I've become quite dissatisfied when I catch myself giving less.
I am thankful for... the many, many gifts God has given to me and the little ways He has allowed me to recognize them lately. Also, the providential way that, though we far apart, my friends and I continue to live parallel spiritual lives. This allows us to be great comfort and encouragement to each other.
I am wearing... Pajama pants and my undershirt from school today. My hair is down and my teeth are brushed. I'm laying in bed. There is still make-up on my face.
I am creating... lessons and promises.
I am going... to be at school for too long tomorrow. However, Wednesday is the first day of Fall. I have lots of classroom decorating to do.
I am reading... A lot of teacher's manuals, an A to Z Mystery book as a classroom read aloud, and a lot about the Blessed Mother in preparation for a youth group night to come at the beginning of October.
I am hoping... that God continues to bless me with an abundance of recognizable gifts... and that I learn to surrender wholly, including surrender to the fact that in order to live the life to which I am called, I must be willing to suffer.
I am hearing... fans blowing in the room
Around the classroom...it's ITBS week. It's funny because though I'm not an advocate of standardized testing, there are elements of this week that are able to look more like my vision for my classroom than anything else has so far.
One of my favorite things... getting enough sleep.
I am growing ... closer to God. Hopefully.
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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Daybook: Tears
(March 23, 2010)
Outside my window... today was warm. The nice weather allowed outdoor recess!
I am thinking... that it is possible that I have the right desire but the wrong interpretation of what God wants it to lead me to.
I am thankful for... ice cream
From the kitchen... Caf lunches Tuesday - Thursday. I need to go shopping.
I am wearing... PJs because this is the last thing on my list for today. To school I wore a skirt and green shirt.
I am creating... ?
On my ipod... Hold Us Together and Crazy Dreams are quite frequent.
I am going... home for Easter...but not soon enough
I am reading... For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel. The Best School Year Ever to my students.
I am hoping... that I find joy soon.
I am hearing... fans blowing in the room
Around the apartment...Kristie is back! (and she found Alias Season 4 - it was in her car the whole time). Dazzer should be back soon...
One of my favorite things... sleeping in.
A few plans for the rest of the week: I'm not in the mood for more plans.
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Daybook: No Voice Today
FOR TODAY
(March 16, 2010)
Outside my window... I will wear a skirt to school every day this week...well...every day except Friday. Friday is a dress down day, and I will happily be wearing jeans. Anyway, back to the weather. It was supposed to be warm all week. Today is more than chilly. It is supposed to warm up again, but then get cold this weekend. Snow is in the forecast. Again. I've never been one of those people who acts like her happiness depends upon the current season leaving and the next one coming. This time around - I'm acting suspiciously like that person.
I am thinking... that maybe, just maybe not being 100% certain is more than just the way things will sometimes be - it might actually be the makings of something truly wonderful.
I am thankful for... an abundance of movies to watch with a good friend while we busily plan lessons and grade papers.
From the kitchen... since the vast majority of students are on Spring Break this week, I'm using the kitchen for every meal. Thursday night a wonderful, holy Catholic family will bless our apartment with its presence for dinner.
I am wearing... the shirt and sweater I wore to school...the skirt has been replaced by jeans, the pantyhose by socks, and the dress shoes by tennis shoes.
I am creating... valuable experiences. Well...I guess "creating" is a stretch. But I am, without a doubt, learning from them.
I am going... to learn to love the moment, and live like that is true.
I am reading... For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel - so far, this has been a great, very practical, Lenten devotional. Also, I was seeking something fiction, intellectual enough to keep me from being bored, yet ultimately lighthearted. A friend lent me her copy of Winesburg, Ohio by Sherwood Anderson. It's a series of short stories that are the perfect length for brief yet enjoyable reading.
I am hoping... that I continue to be joyfully enthralled by the deep waters of discernment.
I am hearing... Gilmore Girls
Around the apartment...with only two of us here, the chores have fallen slightly behind. Everything will be caught up before those dinner guests I mentioned arrive on Thursday night.
One of my favorite things... being able to talk. Even though I always thought it would be fun lose my voice, I really, really just want to be able teach.
On my ipod... Matt Maher's Hold Us Together - I absolutely love this song.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Get my voice back. Get closer to Heaven. (Not in that order!)
(March 16, 2010)
Outside my window... I will wear a skirt to school every day this week...well...every day except Friday. Friday is a dress down day, and I will happily be wearing jeans. Anyway, back to the weather. It was supposed to be warm all week. Today is more than chilly. It is supposed to warm up again, but then get cold this weekend. Snow is in the forecast. Again. I've never been one of those people who acts like her happiness depends upon the current season leaving and the next one coming. This time around - I'm acting suspiciously like that person.
I am thinking... that maybe, just maybe not being 100% certain is more than just the way things will sometimes be - it might actually be the makings of something truly wonderful.
I am thankful for... an abundance of movies to watch with a good friend while we busily plan lessons and grade papers.
From the kitchen... since the vast majority of students are on Spring Break this week, I'm using the kitchen for every meal. Thursday night a wonderful, holy Catholic family will bless our apartment with its presence for dinner.
I am wearing... the shirt and sweater I wore to school...the skirt has been replaced by jeans, the pantyhose by socks, and the dress shoes by tennis shoes.
I am creating... valuable experiences. Well...I guess "creating" is a stretch. But I am, without a doubt, learning from them.
I am going... to learn to love the moment, and live like that is true.
I am reading... For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel - so far, this has been a great, very practical, Lenten devotional. Also, I was seeking something fiction, intellectual enough to keep me from being bored, yet ultimately lighthearted. A friend lent me her copy of Winesburg, Ohio by Sherwood Anderson. It's a series of short stories that are the perfect length for brief yet enjoyable reading.
I am hoping... that I continue to be joyfully enthralled by the deep waters of discernment.
I am hearing... Gilmore Girls
Around the apartment...with only two of us here, the chores have fallen slightly behind. Everything will be caught up before those dinner guests I mentioned arrive on Thursday night.
One of my favorite things... being able to talk. Even though I always thought it would be fun lose my voice, I really, really just want to be able teach.
On my ipod... Matt Maher's Hold Us Together - I absolutely love this song.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Get my voice back. Get closer to Heaven. (Not in that order!)
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
PJ Day
(March 9, 2010)
Outside my window... warm weather! I haven't worn a coat to school yet this week!
I am thinking... (1) about the mission and purpose of Catholic Schools (2) about how the faith of the apostles was such that people were healed of sickness and raised from the dead (3) that I may be more like the people of Nazareth, who could only see Jesus as the carpenter's son, than I ever thought possible.
I am thankful for... the end (hopefully...) of senior comps
From the kitchen... My digestive system hasn't been very happy the past 28ish hours...I haven't eaten much...
I am wearing... PJs! (of course!) Although they are not the ones I slept in last night. I changed this morning so they would be nice and clean for school.
I am creating... science experiments.
I am going... to bed soon and school again tomorrow
I am reading... For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel - so far, this has been a great, very practical, Lenten devotional.
I am hoping... that I'm not still feeling sick in the morning.
I am hearing... the toilet flushing (ha ha!) and roommate talking to me.
Around the apartment...chores are getting finished and the tension is less tangible (though I still sense it brewing underneath the surface)
One of my favorite things... schools day that do NOT involve me constantly correcting student behavior.
A few plans for the rest of the week: (1) Feel better. (2) Relax. (3) Find a good book to read.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
KU Interview Day
FOR TODAY
(March 2, 2010)
Outside my window... things are warming up a bit this week! please let it last...please let last...please let last
I am thinking... that everything is going to be okay. Some things will probably take more time than others, but all will end well enough.
I am thankful for... Moments when you know withouttoo much a doubt that you've made the right decision
From the kitchen... I made some cheeseburgers. Abby baked an apple pie on Sunday! (It spilled in the oven, but we didn't discover that until this afternoon when I turned it on to cook a pizza. There was a fair amount of smoke involved.) Caf lunches again Wednesday and Thursday!
I am wearing... Jeans, a DeSmet shirt that belongs to my brother Andrew (it got placed with my laundry over Christmas break, and I unknowingly brought it back to school with me), and my gray hoodie from my senior year of high school.
I am creating... life lessons - sometimes the hard way, and study guides for my Theology comps...they are almost finished.
I am going... to Wal-Mart and the Humbergs later. Other than that I'm here for the long haul. My computer and I have a lot of typing still to do.
I am reading... For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel - so far, this has been a great, very practical, Lenten devotional.
I am hoping... that I can grow in charity and forgiveness.
I am hearing... my roommate clicking, clicking, clicking. It's the kind of clicking that can only mean one thing: Farmville. Also, her computer is doing what we affectionately refer to as its daily "blast off." The fan seems to work extra hard during her anti-virus scan.
Around the apartment...things are a bit messy around here right now. Everyone has been busy. Our living space reflects that. There has been an almost tangible amount of tension also - being busy seems to bring that about too.
One of my favorite things... spending time with families. I had a great opportunity for that over the weekend. Abby and I (plus another babysitter we don't know) had 10 kids to entertain in a hotel while their parents attended the Scholarship Ball in KC this past Saturday. It was a lot of fun. We would both do it again. In fact, we both insist upon it.
A few plans for the rest of the week: studying, studying, studying. And I'm actually excited about it. Oh, and I have my 2nd principal evaluation for Student Teaching on Thursday. Also, I need to figure out this whole classroom management thing. Lastly, there is that whole ministry-AV Team-coordinator thing, which means that I have to (A) figure out what is wrong with one of our mixers and fix it, or (B) find a new mixer for under $500 and purchase it.
(March 2, 2010)
Outside my window... things are warming up a bit this week! please let it last...please let last...please let last
I am thinking... that everything is going to be okay. Some things will probably take more time than others, but all will end well enough.
I am thankful for... Moments when you know without
From the kitchen... I made some cheeseburgers. Abby baked an apple pie on Sunday! (It spilled in the oven, but we didn't discover that until this afternoon when I turned it on to cook a pizza. There was a fair amount of smoke involved.) Caf lunches again Wednesday and Thursday!
I am wearing... Jeans, a DeSmet shirt that belongs to my brother Andrew (it got placed with my laundry over Christmas break, and I unknowingly brought it back to school with me), and my gray hoodie from my senior year of high school.
I am creating... life lessons - sometimes the hard way, and study guides for my Theology comps...they are almost finished.
I am going... to Wal-Mart and the Humbergs later. Other than that I'm here for the long haul. My computer and I have a lot of typing still to do.
I am reading... For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel - so far, this has been a great, very practical, Lenten devotional.
I am hoping... that I can grow in charity and forgiveness.
I am hearing... my roommate clicking, clicking, clicking. It's the kind of clicking that can only mean one thing: Farmville. Also, her computer is doing what we affectionately refer to as its daily "blast off." The fan seems to work extra hard during her anti-virus scan.
Around the apartment...things are a bit messy around here right now. Everyone has been busy. Our living space reflects that. There has been an almost tangible amount of tension also - being busy seems to bring that about too.
One of my favorite things... spending time with families. I had a great opportunity for that over the weekend. Abby and I (plus another babysitter we don't know) had 10 kids to entertain in a hotel while their parents attended the Scholarship Ball in KC this past Saturday. It was a lot of fun. We would both do it again. In fact, we both insist upon it.
A few plans for the rest of the week: studying, studying, studying. And I'm actually excited about it. Oh, and I have my 2nd principal evaluation for Student Teaching on Thursday. Also, I need to figure out this whole classroom management thing. Lastly, there is that whole ministry-AV Team-coordinator thing, which means that I have to (A) figure out what is wrong with one of our mixers and fix it, or (B) find a new mixer for under $500 and purchase it.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Snow Day!
FOR TODAY
(February 22, 2010)
Outside my window... it is cold, and there is snow...about 6 inches.
I am thinking... that even though the end is near I still have a lot of work of to do to get there.
I am thankful for... Good friends. The ones that understand you well, no matter what mood or how long it has been since you've talked.
From the kitchen... Caf lunches Tuesday - Thursday: it is nice to not be burdened by getting them together myself; I bought ground beef today with the intention of making cheeseburgers. I also bought frozen fish sticks for my Friday lunches :-).
I am wearing... Jeans and a Youth Group T-Shirt (High Five For Jesus) - it's Tie-Dye.
I am creating... more lesson plans and study guides for my Theology comps. The former has gotten somewhat boring, and the latter is quite the endeavor.
I am going... to bed as soon as I get more work done. Then back to school tomorrow!
I am reading... the teacher's edition of the text books for each subject in 3rd grade. My theology notes and text books for 4 classes. For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel - so far, this has been a great Lenten devotional.
I am hoping... that my future is bright and filled with God's blessings and love.
I am hearing... my roommate choosing her teaching outfit for tomorrow. That voice inside of me that still hasn't quite calmed down.
Around the apartment...We had a visitor all weekend who got snowed in yesterday. She was able to leave today. Right now it is nice to have things slowly returning to "normal."
One of my favorite things... talking with theology professors. Talking about theology in general really. Dialogue with people who have more knowledge more specifically. (It's something I don't get enough of these days being "Miss. Hunter" and all...)
A few plans for the rest of the week: I know that I saw peace around here somewhere...I must find it again...and quickly (that's an adverb you know - modifying the verb "find" by telling me how)
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(February 22, 2010)
Outside my window... it is cold, and there is snow...about 6 inches.
I am thinking... that even though the end is near I still have a lot of work of to do to get there.
I am thankful for... Good friends. The ones that understand you well, no matter what mood or how long it has been since you've talked.
From the kitchen... Caf lunches Tuesday - Thursday: it is nice to not be burdened by getting them together myself; I bought ground beef today with the intention of making cheeseburgers. I also bought frozen fish sticks for my Friday lunches :-).
I am wearing... Jeans and a Youth Group T-Shirt (High Five For Jesus) - it's Tie-Dye.
I am creating... more lesson plans and study guides for my Theology comps. The former has gotten somewhat boring, and the latter is quite the endeavor.
I am going... to bed as soon as I get more work done. Then back to school tomorrow!
I am reading... the teacher's edition of the text books for each subject in 3rd grade. My theology notes and text books for 4 classes. For Lent: The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel - so far, this has been a great Lenten devotional.
I am hoping... that my future is bright and filled with God's blessings and love.
I am hearing... my roommate choosing her teaching outfit for tomorrow. That voice inside of me that still hasn't quite calmed down.
Around the apartment...We had a visitor all weekend who got snowed in yesterday. She was able to leave today. Right now it is nice to have things slowly returning to "normal."
One of my favorite things... talking with theology professors. Talking about theology in general really. Dialogue with people who have more knowledge more specifically. (It's something I don't get enough of these days being "Miss. Hunter" and all...)
A few plans for the rest of the week: I know that I saw peace around here somewhere...I must find it again...and quickly (that's an adverb you know - modifying the verb "find" by telling me how)
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Monday, February 15, 2010
Daybook
FOR TODAY
(February 15, 2010) - President's Day - No School!
Outside my window... it's sunny. I can see blue in the sky, cold people briskly walking to class, snow flurrying around, and banner blowing in the wind.
I am thinking... I never intended for these Daybook entries to become my only blog posts. Also, Lent is fast approaching and I am not even the least bit prepared.
I am thankful for... Safe travels. Even though my weekend home ended up being not-so-great, I arrived and returned safely.
From the kitchen... I plan on asking the Caf to make lunches for me to take to school. Dinner in the apartment is easier than preparing lunches to take to school.
I am wearing... PJ's! ...still...
I am creating... a way to get myself out of an emotional disaster...
I am going... no where in particular. I plan to enjoy having a day to be on campus, so I will venture out into the cold soon.
I am reading... the teacher's edition of the text books for each subject in 3rd grade. For Lent, I'm considering reading The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel
I am hoping... that I can really learn to have hope. Hope seemed to be a theme in my prayer yesterday. There are many things in my life that are changing; they are uncertain and not at all happy. I have no control, and I should not. However, I should always have hope, never losing sight of eternity.
I am hearing... silence. And an anxious and unhappy voice inside of me that is struggling to be calm enough to encounter my Savior.
Around the apartment... I'm not entirely sure. I was home all weekend, and last night I did very little. I have a bit of unpacking remaining, and that always present chore list needs attention and updating.
One of my favorite things... staying up late, talking with a roommate.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Student teaching. Mailing resumes. Lent.
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(February 15, 2010) - President's Day - No School!
Outside my window... it's sunny. I can see blue in the sky, cold people briskly walking to class, snow flurrying around, and banner blowing in the wind.
I am thinking... I never intended for these Daybook entries to become my only blog posts. Also, Lent is fast approaching and I am not even the least bit prepared.
I am thankful for... Safe travels. Even though my weekend home ended up being not-so-great, I arrived and returned safely.
From the kitchen... I plan on asking the Caf to make lunches for me to take to school. Dinner in the apartment is easier than preparing lunches to take to school.
I am wearing... PJ's! ...still...
I am creating... a way to get myself out of an emotional disaster...
I am going... no where in particular. I plan to enjoy having a day to be on campus, so I will venture out into the cold soon.
I am reading... the teacher's edition of the text books for each subject in 3rd grade. For Lent, I'm considering reading The Power of the Cross: Applying the Passion of Christ to Your Life by Michael Dubruiel
I am hoping... that I can really learn to have hope. Hope seemed to be a theme in my prayer yesterday. There are many things in my life that are changing; they are uncertain and not at all happy. I have no control, and I should not. However, I should always have hope, never losing sight of eternity.
I am hearing... silence. And an anxious and unhappy voice inside of me that is struggling to be calm enough to encounter my Savior.
Around the apartment... I'm not entirely sure. I was home all weekend, and last night I did very little. I have a bit of unpacking remaining, and that always present chore list needs attention and updating.
One of my favorite things... staying up late, talking with a roommate.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Student teaching. Mailing resumes. Lent.
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Monday, February 8, 2010
Daybook
FOR TODAY
(February 8, 2010) - First Official Day of Full-Time Student Teaching
Outside my window... darkness has fully set-in. It is very, very cold.
I am thinking... about this quote about Maria Goretti:
"Some extol her for being willing to die rather than to commit sin. She is rightly praised for her love for purity and chastity. But many people overlook the fact that she didn't have to die to preserve her purity. The soul of a woman who is raped is not with sin. She has done nothing wrong. It is the one who violates her who incurs the guilt of mortal sin. She died with her assailant's soul in mind. The fact that she thought of his soul is what makes her sacrifice so unique. She knew that his eternal soul was worth more than her earthly life. It is unimaginable charity." -Jason Evert
I am thankful for... The Sign of the Cross. Beginning and ending a prayer any other way just isn't right.
From the kitchen... I made some spaghetti last night for me to take to lunch this week. Today at lunch, it tastes nothing like my mom's, and I'm not looking forward to it for tomorrow. I was blessed to have dinner with good and holy people who graciously opened their home to me tonight. It was delicious, and the company was so, so good.
I am wearing... Jeans and T-shirt and a hoodie. However, to school this morning I wore gray dress pants, a warm black sweater, and black flats.
I am creating... the first of many, many lesson plans.
I am going... to school! Today. Then tomorrow. Then the next day. Then the day after that... you get the picture.
I am reading... eh.
I am hoping... that I'm able to get into a nice, peaceful, and holy routine.
I am hearing... laughter. But right now, I'm so tired and uncomfortable that it is kind of annoying.
Around the apartment... lots of business and a bit of tension...
One of my favorite things... time with children.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Student teaching.
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(February 8, 2010) - First Official Day of Full-Time Student Teaching
Outside my window... darkness has fully set-in. It is very, very cold.
I am thinking... about this quote about Maria Goretti:
"Some extol her for being willing to die rather than to commit sin. She is rightly praised for her love for purity and chastity. But many people overlook the fact that she didn't have to die to preserve her purity. The soul of a woman who is raped is not with sin. She has done nothing wrong. It is the one who violates her who incurs the guilt of mortal sin. She died with her assailant's soul in mind. The fact that she thought of his soul is what makes her sacrifice so unique. She knew that his eternal soul was worth more than her earthly life. It is unimaginable charity." -Jason Evert
I am thankful for... The Sign of the Cross. Beginning and ending a prayer any other way just isn't right.
From the kitchen... I made some spaghetti last night for me to take to lunch this week. Today at lunch, it tastes nothing like my mom's, and I'm not looking forward to it for tomorrow. I was blessed to have dinner with good and holy people who graciously opened their home to me tonight. It was delicious, and the company was so, so good.
I am wearing... Jeans and T-shirt and a hoodie. However, to school this morning I wore gray dress pants, a warm black sweater, and black flats.
I am creating... the first of many, many lesson plans.
I am going... to school! Today. Then tomorrow. Then the next day. Then the day after that... you get the picture.
I am reading... eh.
I am hoping... that I'm able to get into a nice, peaceful, and holy routine.
I am hearing... laughter. But right now, I'm so tired and uncomfortable that it is kind of annoying.
Around the apartment... lots of business and a bit of tension...
One of my favorite things... time with children.
A few plans for the rest of the week: Student teaching.
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Monday, February 1, 2010
Daybook
FOR TODAY
(February 1, 2010)
Outside my window... its cloudy and cold, but slightly warmer temperatures are coming mid-week.
I am thinking... that God has a lot to reveal to me still, and that even though it hurts to not know now, I'm unworthy of even His silence.
I am thankful for...One perfect day. Even though part of its perfection was based on an illusion that I know is not real, it was still a gift. Even though I haven't recovered from the emotions that came as a result of it all, it was still a gift. Even though I refused to go to bed for as long as I could because I didn't want to let go, yet time did not stop, it was still a gift. And I am grateful.
From the kitchen... sometime today I will cook chicken that should last me for a large part of this week. On Friday I received a wonderful care package filled with many goodies, from my mom.
I am wearing... PJ's still. This is my last week of classes that don't start until 1:00, and I plan to enjoy my bed as much as possible in these remaining days.
I am creating... a Classroom Management Plan and cover letters
I am going... to class and back with probably a few more stops along the way.
I am reading... In the School of the Holy Spirit and Love and Logic (still). I found finally found my missing In Conversation with God book, so perhaps that will be part of my list at some point this week.
I am hoping... to have a heart of faith, because that is what Jesus wants from me.
I am hearing... the sounds of two fans blowing in the room (my roommate is still sleeping) and the occasional sound beyond the door indicating that the other roommates are up and moving.
Around the apartment... somehow we got behind on dishes, but today we will catch up. So far, none of us has completed our weekly chore from last week. Perhaps those will happen today...
One of my favorite things... praise and worship adoration that sets the environment for a night with Jesus I will always cherish.
A few plans for the rest of the week: last week's craziness began on Sunday and didn't end until last night. I have yet to really think about this week.
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(February 1, 2010)
Outside my window... its cloudy and cold, but slightly warmer temperatures are coming mid-week.
I am thinking... that God has a lot to reveal to me still, and that even though it hurts to not know now, I'm unworthy of even His silence.
I am thankful for...One perfect day. Even though part of its perfection was based on an illusion that I know is not real, it was still a gift. Even though I haven't recovered from the emotions that came as a result of it all, it was still a gift. Even though I refused to go to bed for as long as I could because I didn't want to let go, yet time did not stop, it was still a gift. And I am grateful.
From the kitchen... sometime today I will cook chicken that should last me for a large part of this week. On Friday I received a wonderful care package filled with many goodies, from my mom.
I am wearing... PJ's still. This is my last week of classes that don't start until 1:00, and I plan to enjoy my bed as much as possible in these remaining days.
I am creating... a Classroom Management Plan and cover letters
I am going... to class and back with probably a few more stops along the way.
I am reading... In the School of the Holy Spirit and Love and Logic (still). I found finally found my missing In Conversation with God book, so perhaps that will be part of my list at some point this week.
I am hoping... to have a heart of faith, because that is what Jesus wants from me.
I am hearing... the sounds of two fans blowing in the room (my roommate is still sleeping) and the occasional sound beyond the door indicating that the other roommates are up and moving.
Around the apartment... somehow we got behind on dishes, but today we will catch up. So far, none of us has completed our weekly chore from last week. Perhaps those will happen today...
One of my favorite things... praise and worship adoration that sets the environment for a night with Jesus I will always cherish.
A few plans for the rest of the week: last week's craziness began on Sunday and didn't end until last night. I have yet to really think about this week.
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