Finally, October is here. A week off, my birthday, cooler weather, and the new John Gresham book, does it get any better.
The reception is over. The major paper is done. I actually think I have a few days off from school this month. I hope I use this time wisely.
Blog won't allow pictures tonight, I'll post ASAP.
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Saturday, September 29, 2007
AAAAAGGGGHHHH!
Okay, yesterday was a fairly good day at school. I don't know that a lot got accomplished, but some kids got to read one on one to me and I think this is important. They aren't reading their AR books and those struggling need to read to me daily. Then take an AR test! I love seeing their face when they finally make 100's on things.
Now for the difficult weekend ahead. I haven't done on my class reading, so writing this paper may prove very difficult! I am trying but what I want to say isn't coming. I've got till midnight on Sunday. With the wedding reception tonight I look to write a couple of hours this morning, then tear into it tomorrow.
My back is killing me, which is my own fault for not going to the chiropractor. I just don't have time. Of course isn't that my main complaint --- No time.
Now for the difficult weekend ahead. I haven't done on my class reading, so writing this paper may prove very difficult! I am trying but what I want to say isn't coming. I've got till midnight on Sunday. With the wedding reception tonight I look to write a couple of hours this morning, then tear into it tomorrow.
My back is killing me, which is my own fault for not going to the chiropractor. I just don't have time. Of course isn't that my main complaint --- No time.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Young Mr. Hemingway.
Today's writing topic: The Fairy Godmother arrested and jailed for stealing Giant Pumpkins. No, I don't come up with these on my own www.writingfix.com
Anyway, young Hemingway wrote what he considered and epic. It was cute. He asked me to take it to lunch and share it with all the teachers. Okay! They were like, "Oh". He keeps coming up and asking me how everyone is liking his story.
Finally, I looked at the group as he walked away and said, "If young Mr. Hemingway starts bring a fifth of whiskey to school and starts chasing all the senoritas, then we've got trouble!" Now everytime I see him, I see Hemingway! So whose the crazy one?
Anyway, young Hemingway wrote what he considered and epic. It was cute. He asked me to take it to lunch and share it with all the teachers. Okay! They were like, "Oh". He keeps coming up and asking me how everyone is liking his story.
Finally, I looked at the group as he walked away and said, "If young Mr. Hemingway starts bring a fifth of whiskey to school and starts chasing all the senoritas, then we've got trouble!" Now everytime I see him, I see Hemingway! So whose the crazy one?
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Hall Happenings!
I read Monkey's post on the magic coming out her room. Whoa!
Now down the hall we started the day two-steppin. Nothing as magical as Santa on the phone, but a few kids had fun. Then we went into work mode....writing topic of the day was what could you give good advice to someone about (this was the brainstorming part). I have Harper's Honeys and they are getting it. One says, "I could give advice on taking care of your ears after they get pierced." Several girls are like man that's a good one. Then there were little things. When one of my favorites says, "I could give advice on what to do when your parents divorce and your mom decides to start dating!" There was a bit of emotion in this statement and then they went crazy....everyone thought that was the best idea ever....they knew exactly how she feels.....it was unbelievable.
Then me the party pooper said, "Okay, my idea for where you are going with this is what advice would you give to fourth graders on how to get along in fifth grade." I may go back and change it tomorrow. I want magic.............
Mom and Dad (the inlaws) took us to Lucky's for supper, it was really good.
Now down the hall we started the day two-steppin. Nothing as magical as Santa on the phone, but a few kids had fun. Then we went into work mode....writing topic of the day was what could you give good advice to someone about (this was the brainstorming part). I have Harper's Honeys and they are getting it. One says, "I could give advice on taking care of your ears after they get pierced." Several girls are like man that's a good one. Then there were little things. When one of my favorites says, "I could give advice on what to do when your parents divorce and your mom decides to start dating!" There was a bit of emotion in this statement and then they went crazy....everyone thought that was the best idea ever....they knew exactly how she feels.....it was unbelievable.
Then me the party pooper said, "Okay, my idea for where you are going with this is what advice would you give to fourth graders on how to get along in fifth grade." I may go back and change it tomorrow. I want magic.............
Mom and Dad (the inlaws) took us to Lucky's for supper, it was really good.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Twisted Humor
Okay, I'm puzzled that no one has commented on the prostitute quote. Personally, I think it is a riot! I like it alot!!!! Perhaps it is that midwest upbringing. However, I am not using it in my Comp. Jeffrey says that the Comp may come back to bite me! But the Dorothy quote stays!
Somedays at school you just have to laugh. Like today. We had right at 10 days to do Lexia testing. So far I've got 10 out of the way, about 14 more to do in 4 days. I don't know why I feel that I must teach since I am in the middle of a novel. If only I could be like others and just do what the big-wigs want and go on. Unfortunately, that is why I laugh at prostitute quotes! (I'm not like the OTHERS).
Today as we were getting ready to leave school one of my babies flipped off someone. Well it is hard to get mad at someone for that! So I am thinking of serious punishment. Since I can't tape his fingers together for the day, perhaps silent lunch will win out. I would use one of my infamous quotes and make him write it, except he struggles to write, so no. Even I am not cruel.
To Monkey. You are right we are all too busy! I'll be the first to admit it. Perhaps even for the wrong things, but that is another day!
Somedays at school you just have to laugh. Like today. We had right at 10 days to do Lexia testing. So far I've got 10 out of the way, about 14 more to do in 4 days. I don't know why I feel that I must teach since I am in the middle of a novel. If only I could be like others and just do what the big-wigs want and go on. Unfortunately, that is why I laugh at prostitute quotes! (I'm not like the OTHERS).
Today as we were getting ready to leave school one of my babies flipped off someone. Well it is hard to get mad at someone for that! So I am thinking of serious punishment. Since I can't tape his fingers together for the day, perhaps silent lunch will win out. I would use one of my infamous quotes and make him write it, except he struggles to write, so no. Even I am not cruel.
To Monkey. You are right we are all too busy! I'll be the first to admit it. Perhaps even for the wrong things, but that is another day!
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Quotes
Found this just now. Apply it to education today.
It isn't the job it's the stairs, said the prostitute. (ANON)
I love this!!! I may have to use it. Do you think they will count off points.
It isn't the job it's the stairs, said the prostitute. (ANON)
I love this!!! I may have to use it. Do you think they will count off points.
Brain Dead!
Today, I am in the NO WORK ZONE and I have tons. Oh, I got up with my coffee and started listening to Marzano. He did have some interesting things. Then I took the kids to breakfast at 10:30. After that, I went to the grocery store. Dan suprisingly came home at 2:00 and we have watched old western all afternoon.
Now I am in guilt overload! Paper not done! House not clean! School (job) work not done! A list of 75 displaced people added to our SS role not called!
I have called Denise and gave her 8 people to call. I have informed her she is not to start her conversation with, "Where the Hell have you been!" Not very Christlike. Now I am going to call a few of the 75. Dan is going to start the grill sometime before I die! The laundry is almost done. Dan has even explained to Gabe that the new cartoon website he has found is not for kids. You know the one on Nick for adults after 12:00. Content and language offensive. I've even had a talk with Matt about he is too old to parade through the house with his drawers on! And groceries have been bought for a week! Not bad.
Now I am in guilt overload! Paper not done! House not clean! School (job) work not done! A list of 75 displaced people added to our SS role not called!
I have called Denise and gave her 8 people to call. I have informed her she is not to start her conversation with, "Where the Hell have you been!" Not very Christlike. Now I am going to call a few of the 75. Dan is going to start the grill sometime before I die! The laundry is almost done. Dan has even explained to Gabe that the new cartoon website he has found is not for kids. You know the one on Nick for adults after 12:00. Content and language offensive. I've even had a talk with Matt about he is too old to parade through the house with his drawers on! And groceries have been bought for a week! Not bad.
Friday, September 21, 2007
Ramblings!
I know you all are looking for something a little lighter from me. Trust me when I say there isn't a light moment in my world. But in an effort not to air all my dirty laundry, I'll keep it on the lightside today.
Yeah, we have a half day of school today. Booo! I have my class all day and need all 100 babies to read Chapter 14 in the Charlie book.
Forget my personal struggles at the moment--we still haven't heard anything. My work issues are making me physically sick. I need to talk them out, without having someone tell me how personally wonderful they are. Yesterday, I went over old SST folders that aren't worth the paper they are written on at this moment. Dear Jesus--HELP!!!!! I read one SBB was the last to comment on. I was mad all day. SBB called it in 2nd grade and nothing has ever been done. NH spends quality time with my group when FR has them for math, and she too is shocked. I can't believe that my class (19/24) have not been tested for anything. Now with RtI we are in a state of panic. KE, you wouldn't be suprised to know that a couple read at a PP level and managed to pass the 3rd grade test, guess who was there teacher?
SBB, KE, and LN, I may soon need an intervention!!!!! Poor Monkey, just sees me with this deer in the headlight look most of the time.
Yeah, we have a half day of school today. Booo! I have my class all day and need all 100 babies to read Chapter 14 in the Charlie book.
Forget my personal struggles at the moment--we still haven't heard anything. My work issues are making me physically sick. I need to talk them out, without having someone tell me how personally wonderful they are. Yesterday, I went over old SST folders that aren't worth the paper they are written on at this moment. Dear Jesus--HELP!!!!! I read one SBB was the last to comment on. I was mad all day. SBB called it in 2nd grade and nothing has ever been done. NH spends quality time with my group when FR has them for math, and she too is shocked. I can't believe that my class (19/24) have not been tested for anything. Now with RtI we are in a state of panic. KE, you wouldn't be suprised to know that a couple read at a PP level and managed to pass the 3rd grade test, guess who was there teacher?
SBB, KE, and LN, I may soon need an intervention!!!!! Poor Monkey, just sees me with this deer in the headlight look most of the time.
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Poem
Found the poem I referred to yesterday in my old torn up Bible.
My life is bur a weaving between my God and me.
I do not choose the colors, he worketh steadily.
Ofttime he weaveth sorrow, and I in foolish pride,
Forget he sees the upper, and I the underside.
Not till the loom is silent and shuttles cease to fly.
Will God unroll the canvas and explain the reason why.
The dark threads are as needful in the skillful weaver's hand,
As the threads of gold and silver in the pattern he has planned.
According to the quiz on SBB's blog this is where I belong. Which isn't far from that 1959 BD!
You Belong in 1956
You're fun loving, romantic, and more than a little innocent. See you at the drive in!
You Belong in 1956
You're fun loving, romantic, and more than a little innocent. See you at the drive in!
I found it a toss up on whether to pick the cherry red mustang or the bitchin camero. The camero won!!!! Also, how can you pick the coolest guy from John Travolta and Dennis Hooper. Dennis Hooper is just cool. Plus, I remember drive-ins and went to more than a few when I first started driving. I question the part above that says I am 'more than a little innocent', I doubt that one applies!!!!!!
The trip to Nashville has been good for Dan. He has been with the people who know him and understand what a tragedy this has been. His 'bud' have encouraged him and some have even shared having similar accidents (Dan didn't know if a fatality was involved). I don't know why I want our church to step in and be our encouragement at a time like this. I need to be thankful that God sends comfort our way period.
This morning Brenda (mother figure, not HS friend) emailed to say she was praying. The woman is in direct touch with God. She had been out of pocket because Charlie's mother (90+) had a pacemaker installed.
Well I am off to church this morning. I will teach Dan's SS class.
Saturday, September 15, 2007
Friends
Well it is hard to imagine how people make it without good friends. Even though God choose for me to travel through life with no extended family of my own, He has always provided me friends. Freda, Gunter, Sarah, Tracie, Denise, and Diane have all been wonderful (even Hannah who called Freda so as not to bother me). Brenda emailed from Oklahoma her concern.
My depression is better today. Yesterday, the weight of the world rested on my shoulders. My editor with my doctorate called and completely took my mind off the situation. I got up this morning and wrote my paper. It is 2:30pm and I have one paper left for this class due in two weeks.
I confessed to Dan this morning that I had prayed for God to take care of him when he was ugly to me last Sunday. He reminded me this morning that while I try to be in control of everything, God didn't need my help and I had no control over Him. Also, that I didn't have the kind of power necessary to plot the events of our lives.
I find comfort today in knowing that God directs the paths of our lives and that the twists and turns are chosen by Him. I look at this as a terrible tragedy and I am heart-sick that a woman with a family has lost her life. Yet, I know that God doesn't make mistakes. I understand that it is normal to ask "why". And I know that is because in my humanness I can see no possible good in this situation.
It has been written that "the wisdom of God is displayed when He brings good to us and glory to Himself out of confusion and calamity rather than out of pleasant times." Corrie Ten Boom once said that life was like a tapestry. All we can see are the knots and dangling strings, but God sees a beautiful picture on the other side. Although I can not comprehend all that might happen in the next few weeks. God sees the finished product. As a family we must trust him to see us through this horrible ordeal. May we live worthy of His calling.
My depression is better today. Yesterday, the weight of the world rested on my shoulders. My editor with my doctorate called and completely took my mind off the situation. I got up this morning and wrote my paper. It is 2:30pm and I have one paper left for this class due in two weeks.
I confessed to Dan this morning that I had prayed for God to take care of him when he was ugly to me last Sunday. He reminded me this morning that while I try to be in control of everything, God didn't need my help and I had no control over Him. Also, that I didn't have the kind of power necessary to plot the events of our lives.
I find comfort today in knowing that God directs the paths of our lives and that the twists and turns are chosen by Him. I look at this as a terrible tragedy and I am heart-sick that a woman with a family has lost her life. Yet, I know that God doesn't make mistakes. I understand that it is normal to ask "why". And I know that is because in my humanness I can see no possible good in this situation.
It has been written that "the wisdom of God is displayed when He brings good to us and glory to Himself out of confusion and calamity rather than out of pleasant times." Corrie Ten Boom once said that life was like a tapestry. All we can see are the knots and dangling strings, but God sees a beautiful picture on the other side. Although I can not comprehend all that might happen in the next few weeks. God sees the finished product. As a family we must trust him to see us through this horrible ordeal. May we live worthy of His calling.
Friday, September 14, 2007
Sadness!
The weight of the world has decided to rest on the Hestad's house for a while. The woman didn't make it. We are all terribly sad that someones life is over and we were involved. It is a horrible feeling. I pray that God will be with her family and ours.
Thursday, September 13, 2007
A Moment in Time
Funny how fast your life can change. Yesterday, my biggest concern was getting Grandpa a cake for his 73rd birthday. Dan called about 4:20 to tell me to get Grandma. Then I hear all kinds of commotion and Dan saying we've been in a serious accident. Then nothing, no is grandpa okay, horses, him.....I was frantic and still have chest pains this morning.
Seems that a younger woman turned in front of Dan. He tried to miss her, and ended up going through a guardrail into a ditch. He was in the big truck and was loaded with horses. The girl was "flight for life-d" out. We are still waiting on word if she is okay or not. The horses appear okay. The truck and trailer are history. Witnesses stayed around to tell the police what happened. IT WAS VERY TRAUMATIC!
Everyone immediately started praying for the girl. The police have said it is an ongoing investigation. We are hoping for the best.
The horses on the trailer had been to the "horsey chiropractor". They are suppose to be on their way to Tennessee, to perform in the big BROOKS and DUNN horse show this week. Dan is unsure what to do this morning.
Dan is still shaky thinking that something could have happen to his Dad and Dan said it would have been his fault. Which it wouldn't have, but you know how this goes. He is very concerned about the girl. Doesn't know whether to go on to Tennessee or not. Of course there is the truck and trailer issue.
Yet, in it all I was thinking about the fact that I had been mad at him on Sunday for being hateful with me. I decided I wouldn't say a word about it (I felt I deserved an apology), so I prayed for God to take care of the issue (Something I've learned to do often). Didn't mean to take anyone out!!!! Then I thought of a friend who is miserable in her marriage and how quickly there could be no time to fix anything! Scary!!!!!!
You know, know matter how bad he can act or hateful he can be, without him we are no longer whole as a family. So thank you God for giving him and Dad another day!!!!
Seems that a younger woman turned in front of Dan. He tried to miss her, and ended up going through a guardrail into a ditch. He was in the big truck and was loaded with horses. The girl was "flight for life-d" out. We are still waiting on word if she is okay or not. The horses appear okay. The truck and trailer are history. Witnesses stayed around to tell the police what happened. IT WAS VERY TRAUMATIC!
Everyone immediately started praying for the girl. The police have said it is an ongoing investigation. We are hoping for the best.
The horses on the trailer had been to the "horsey chiropractor". They are suppose to be on their way to Tennessee, to perform in the big BROOKS and DUNN horse show this week. Dan is unsure what to do this morning.
Dan is still shaky thinking that something could have happen to his Dad and Dan said it would have been his fault. Which it wouldn't have, but you know how this goes. He is very concerned about the girl. Doesn't know whether to go on to Tennessee or not. Of course there is the truck and trailer issue.
Yet, in it all I was thinking about the fact that I had been mad at him on Sunday for being hateful with me. I decided I wouldn't say a word about it (I felt I deserved an apology), so I prayed for God to take care of the issue (Something I've learned to do often). Didn't mean to take anyone out!!!! Then I thought of a friend who is miserable in her marriage and how quickly there could be no time to fix anything! Scary!!!!!!
You know, know matter how bad he can act or hateful he can be, without him we are no longer whole as a family. So thank you God for giving him and Dad another day!!!!
Sunday, September 9, 2007
We have our first daughter!
The pictures are not very good, I found it hard to hold the unbrella and snap pics at the same time! However, lost pants (Drew's), rain, and a big German Shepard breaking through a window and having to go to the emergency room didn't dampen anyone's spirits.
I have to throw in this pic of Matt, Meme, and CW. Notice how big Matt is.
Drew was a bit nervous. I guess the rain and lost pants can get to a guy!
The wedding party were all troopers. They handled the rain well.
The rehersal dinner went extremely well. It was enjoyable to walk in and then leave.
I have to throw in this pic of Matt, Meme, and CW. Notice how big Matt is.
The actual rehersal had to take place after the dinner, because several members of the wedding party were running behind schedule.
Meme and CW made it without a hitch. Meme loves her Drew. CW lived through missing a chance to watch OU trample over Miami and the dog jumping through the window.
Granma and Granpa always look great. I do hope they choose to live with us or at least part of the year with us in the coming years.
The rain didn't dampen the wedding. You've never seen two people more in love. The wedding was simple and yet that made it more elegant.
The brothers were all very spiffy!
Drew was a bit nervous. I guess the rain and lost pants can get to a guy!
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Andrew Hestad
The wedding party were all troopers. They handled the rain well.The boy on the end is Nicole's brother, he is marrying the girl on the end.
There was a little wedding cake and it was really cute.
I know you will all be excited when I get the real pics from the paid photographer.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
You Tube
While finishing up some horse show stuff. I went to www.nchacutting.com and noticed they now have videos on youtube. Since you all wonder what in the world it is we do. You can either go to the ncha webpage and link up or go to youtube. There are about 22 videos that deal with cutting. The one I previewed was called The Thrill of Cutting. I've been in Texas and seen a couple of those runs.
It is 1:00 and I still have the floor to mop, the cakes to bake and the oil to get changed.
It is 1:00 and I still have the floor to mop, the cakes to bake and the oil to get changed.
Finally!
Well the preparations have been made and the big weekend is upon us! Yes, the end to this whirlwind time is here, we leave today for the WEDDING. I'll be glad to have it behind me. I have felt a bit overloaded to say the least.
I've only got to back 3 cakes, clean the house, pack the suitcases, get the oil changed in the car, clean the car up, mail NCHA stuff from horse show, and then we are ready to go! Dan will work at barn and other boys will go to school; and to think I thought I could work today too! I can't express how wonderful a houseful of men can truly be!
I'm jealous of pioneer woman whose son is on the cover of a magazine and looking so cute. I know I've had those times when the boys looked just as cute. To think I really missed the calling on this one. Instead of just trying to live, I should have been taking pictures of it.
I'll be back with pictures and details next week. Love to all!
I've only got to back 3 cakes, clean the house, pack the suitcases, get the oil changed in the car, clean the car up, mail NCHA stuff from horse show, and then we are ready to go! Dan will work at barn and other boys will go to school; and to think I thought I could work today too! I can't express how wonderful a houseful of men can truly be!
I'm jealous of pioneer woman whose son is on the cover of a magazine and looking so cute. I know I've had those times when the boys looked just as cute. To think I really missed the calling on this one. Instead of just trying to live, I should have been taking pictures of it.
I'll be back with pictures and details next week. Love to all!
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