My husband looked straight at me with concern in his eyes and said “You just have a grumpy look on your face.” It was true. I was tired, short with the kids and my mood had been off the rails. I could not put my finger on what was happening. I was grumpy, moody and […]
I actually took this idea from another blogger about updating my readers on my running progress. I am running the Chicago marathon this October with my husband. I am starting my training this week. We are doing the charity route to run the marathon. This is our first time my husband is running the marathon, […]
I went back to work this year after three years of being home with my children. I loved my time at home. The decision to go back to work was not made lightly. I began the process of finding the perfect job for my new life. I honestly thought God would put me as […]
Fundraising has been a humbly experience for me. This post is not about asking for more money or promoting my online donation. This blog is about the experience of relying on others and God. Africa had been on my heart since Bella was around a year old. I have had a heart for other nations […]
Synopsis of the book: Ivy Clark is a model with a failing career. She was the “it” girl in New York City but is finding that age and time have not been kind. Her career is hanging on by a thread of bridal wear. In trying to salvage her career, Ivy is going home to […]
My husband and I are fans of the show How I Met Your Mother. It’s a show about a man telling the story to his children about how he met their mother. There are two shows left to the series ending. We have never met the mother until this season. There are many theories out […]
Where to begin this blog? I am leaving for Kenya in June. Many things come into play during this current season. This is one of the worst seasons of my life to pack up during the summer and go on a mission trip. Why you ask? I am a part-time, first year, English/Literature teacher. What […]
I don’t even know how to begin this blog. I am overwhelmed, honored, and blessed. God is good. I am going to Kenya over the summer. I am going to spend around two weeks serving the people of Kenya, Africa. I will be doing various tasks such as working in orphanages, construction, and other work […]
I walked into a warehouse. I am not sure if it was a real warehouse, but it looked like one. There were ropes hanging from the ceiling. I wonder if I had walked into some type of torture. I had walked into crossfit for my first class. I had no idea what I was walking […]
This is my first year as a junior high teacher. I have learned a lot about myself and teenagers. I have self-reflected this entire school year. This ended up with a list of things I learned about myself and the others around me. Here are the top 10 things I have learned as a junior […]
Life is a marathon 