and volunteered to be the Jr. parent in charge of marching band uniforms next year at my son's High school.
I think it will be fun to meet more of the band kids and parents and to see the halftime performaces all year long.
probably lots of work, but still fun along the way!
Monday, May 13, 2013
New Pastor?
If you've followed my blog, you are aware that the pastor at my church died in October of 2011. Our church is one of those that does not have a governing board at a regional level that can just shift pastors around.
Our church put together a pastor search committee a hair over a year ago.
They came to use a few weeks back and said they believe they have found the man that is to be our next sr. pastor.
That man will come preach on June 2nd and then the congregation will vote on whether to accept him or not. I'm so ready for this next step in my church's life.
Our church put together a pastor search committee a hair over a year ago.
They came to use a few weeks back and said they believe they have found the man that is to be our next sr. pastor.
That man will come preach on June 2nd and then the congregation will vote on whether to accept him or not. I'm so ready for this next step in my church's life.
His Jr year is going to be "awesome"
My eldest has completed the audition process for the bands at his 11th and 12th grade campus for next year.
He made it into the Jazz Band AND made the TOP band at his school.
His quote was "My Jr year is going to be AWESOME!"
yes, I do believe it is!
Happy Mama
He made it into the Jazz Band AND made the TOP band at his school.
His quote was "My Jr year is going to be AWESOME!"
yes, I do believe it is!
Happy Mama
Monday, May 6, 2013
I'm a very sporadic blogger
Seems January was the last time I stopped by.
Since then I've been on a weight loss journey. I've lost about 20 pounds and am feeling better. I also changed my hair color and have enjoyed the reactions to that.
The scanner I got in December is still being used. I'm trying (still) to reduce the paper clutter that's in my life.
Laundry is still my nemesis...and probably always will be!
Kids are doing great in school. We're in the home stretch for the end of the year. Eldest has some state-wide exams to take this week. Youngest has already done his.
Band performances, contests, enrolling for classes for next year....it's all being taken care of.
I'm teaching another parenting class for parents of gifted kiddos. We're in our 2nd week. Must get that knocked out before the school year ends.
I was involved in two Spring Bible Studies. One through the Women's ministry at church. The other I got started for the ladies in my Sunday School class. We are really enjoying the time together and getting to know one another on a deeper level over the Word of God.
That's about all for now.
Since then I've been on a weight loss journey. I've lost about 20 pounds and am feeling better. I also changed my hair color and have enjoyed the reactions to that.
The scanner I got in December is still being used. I'm trying (still) to reduce the paper clutter that's in my life.
Laundry is still my nemesis...and probably always will be!
Kids are doing great in school. We're in the home stretch for the end of the year. Eldest has some state-wide exams to take this week. Youngest has already done his.
Band performances, contests, enrolling for classes for next year....it's all being taken care of.
I'm teaching another parenting class for parents of gifted kiddos. We're in our 2nd week. Must get that knocked out before the school year ends.
I was involved in two Spring Bible Studies. One through the Women's ministry at church. The other I got started for the ladies in my Sunday School class. We are really enjoying the time together and getting to know one another on a deeper level over the Word of God.
That's about all for now.
Saturday, January 19, 2013
January
Life is continuing at its crazy pace.
Kiddos are in school. Eldest is already deciding on classes for his Jr. yr. I cannot believe time as flow so quickly. It feels like just last year we were sitting around reading books together all day long with no one else in the house.
Youngest is working on 6th grade. Doing an admirable job of it too! Great grades and good attitude (most of the time).
Hubby's travel was minimal last year, so lots of time as an entire family. No major health issues to speak of for us. Both sets of parents has issues last year. My mom had medication issues (too much), his dad had accident w/ hand in elevator door + blood thinner. Not pretty.
Ended last year on a Christmas cruise (Royal Carribean) Fun!
This is the year of taking control:
* of paper (I am drowning in piles of paper. I now own a scanner and am working on reducing the piles).
* of my health (weight, fitness, better eating)
* of the house (painting projects await)
That is about all for now.
Kiddos are in school. Eldest is already deciding on classes for his Jr. yr. I cannot believe time as flow so quickly. It feels like just last year we were sitting around reading books together all day long with no one else in the house.
Youngest is working on 6th grade. Doing an admirable job of it too! Great grades and good attitude (most of the time).
Hubby's travel was minimal last year, so lots of time as an entire family. No major health issues to speak of for us. Both sets of parents has issues last year. My mom had medication issues (too much), his dad had accident w/ hand in elevator door + blood thinner. Not pretty.
Ended last year on a Christmas cruise (Royal Carribean) Fun!
This is the year of taking control:
* of paper (I am drowning in piles of paper. I now own a scanner and am working on reducing the piles).
* of my health (weight, fitness, better eating)
* of the house (painting projects await)
That is about all for now.
Saturday, September 15, 2012
September update
We are staying very busy around here.
Ladies' Bible Study has started for me. I am not leading this year, but am enjoying participating. I know many of the ladies in my group and that is always nice -- to be with friends. I'm giving a friend a ride to study and she is recovering from her knee surgery very well.
I am not leading this study, as I said, but I will probably be leading another Bible Study starting later in the fall.
In addition to that, I'll be facilitating another SENG Model Parenting Group. This is a book study group for parents of gifted students. I found this group through my local school district and was so excited about the information I received, I signed up to become a faciliator myself. This will probably be my 4th group to work with. It's so gratifying to see these parents come in, all with questions about how to help their gifted kids fit in, or how to understand them better and by the end of the seminar, the parents have made friends with one another and support one another. That starts the last week of the month.
My boys are both doing well in school. We should get progress reports this week. I have been keeping an eye on grades already, so I don't expect any big surprises. That being said, they are both starting the year off great.
I had the opportunity to go to my eldest's school for open house. It took the better part of an evening, but I was able to meet all of his teachers and see where he is every day. I don't know if I could keep up with his schedule...but if I were 15, I probaby could.
He is still working on his driver's ed. stuff, so no new driver on the road yet.
Hubby is on a business trip this week. This is the first one in about a year. I have really gotten used to him being home! The boys and I are managing, but I've had to ask friends to transport the boys to various activities, as I've been at open house and other things.
My grandmother, 104, had a stroke about 2 weeks ago. She is not doing well. Hospice has been called in and my dad's sister is with her most days.
Church is keeping us busy and all of us are involved in something extra. That's about all it from here.
Ladies' Bible Study has started for me. I am not leading this year, but am enjoying participating. I know many of the ladies in my group and that is always nice -- to be with friends. I'm giving a friend a ride to study and she is recovering from her knee surgery very well.
I am not leading this study, as I said, but I will probably be leading another Bible Study starting later in the fall.
In addition to that, I'll be facilitating another SENG Model Parenting Group. This is a book study group for parents of gifted students. I found this group through my local school district and was so excited about the information I received, I signed up to become a faciliator myself. This will probably be my 4th group to work with. It's so gratifying to see these parents come in, all with questions about how to help their gifted kids fit in, or how to understand them better and by the end of the seminar, the parents have made friends with one another and support one another. That starts the last week of the month.
My boys are both doing well in school. We should get progress reports this week. I have been keeping an eye on grades already, so I don't expect any big surprises. That being said, they are both starting the year off great.
I had the opportunity to go to my eldest's school for open house. It took the better part of an evening, but I was able to meet all of his teachers and see where he is every day. I don't know if I could keep up with his schedule...but if I were 15, I probaby could.
He is still working on his driver's ed. stuff, so no new driver on the road yet.
Hubby is on a business trip this week. This is the first one in about a year. I have really gotten used to him being home! The boys and I are managing, but I've had to ask friends to transport the boys to various activities, as I've been at open house and other things.
My grandmother, 104, had a stroke about 2 weeks ago. She is not doing well. Hospice has been called in and my dad's sister is with her most days.
Church is keeping us busy and all of us are involved in something extra. That's about all it from here.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Labor Day Weekend
September is here. Wow. Time flies so quickly these days.
Sat. was my Dad's 70th birthday. That does NOT seem possible. We had mom and dad over for steaks, potatoes, etc. Cake and ice cream too. They had a good time I think.
The rest of the holiday weekend was busy with church and those things...choir, inreach obligations, etc.
Monday I got to make cards with a friend! Yea! And I even MAILED two of them out to friends. That's the big news for the weekend! ha ha
My youngest and I had a teacher conference on Fri. afternoon w/ his math teacher. She was interested to learn about his AlphaSmart and we discussed how it can fit into what he does in math class. I am so grateful that God has provided caring teachers who will work with my youngest to allow him another way to convey his mastery of knowledge and skills.
That's all for today. Kids are back in school. I start Bible Study tomorrow and will be giving a friend a lift every week. So, must get busy w/ housework.
Sat. was my Dad's 70th birthday. That does NOT seem possible. We had mom and dad over for steaks, potatoes, etc. Cake and ice cream too. They had a good time I think.
The rest of the holiday weekend was busy with church and those things...choir, inreach obligations, etc.
Monday I got to make cards with a friend! Yea! And I even MAILED two of them out to friends. That's the big news for the weekend! ha ha
My youngest and I had a teacher conference on Fri. afternoon w/ his math teacher. She was interested to learn about his AlphaSmart and we discussed how it can fit into what he does in math class. I am so grateful that God has provided caring teachers who will work with my youngest to allow him another way to convey his mastery of knowledge and skills.
That's all for today. Kids are back in school. I start Bible Study tomorrow and will be giving a friend a lift every week. So, must get busy w/ housework.
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