I'm thankful for God's perfect timing. Even though at times it doesn't seem perfect, His ways are perfect, and it's neat to be able to look back and see how God was using a time to work something in you.
Thursday was not the best day at work- it was like my kids had a sugar drip running into their bodies. Wild and crazy.
Friday, though, was much better. There were good moments of laughter and obedience. We had a teacher meeting- always good to have time to connect with other teachers. Someone gave me a nice compliment. And it was great knowing that a long weekend is here!
His ways are perfect and He knows what we can handle- when we need to be stretched, and when we need to be encouraged.
Saturday, August 31, 2013
Timing.
Monday, August 26, 2013
Last first day of school!
Sunday, August 25, 2013
Happenings.
This week was pretty busy. I believe I said once, "I feel like all I've done at home the past few days is sleep." I'm glad I don't feel like that all the time.
-This week was more calm at work. The week before was crazy with so many kids in the room (older ones preparing to move up along with getting new ones). This week they all moved up, along with getting a few more. Now I have more new kids in my class than old, which is a little strange. It's a huge blessing that it's going well and most of their adjustments have been smooth. I'm excited to get to know them better. It's harder to make connections at first simply because you don't know them yet.
-We also started implementing Creative Curriculum this week, which means doing small groups everyday and taking tons of notes. For all you out there who've used it, you know exactly what I mean. :) I think we've got a pretty good system going already, so we can stay on top of it and do a good job. I think it's a great assessment tool- very well done- I'm just a little nervous on how to implement it.
-Wednesday we had a friend over for dinner. Thursday I went out for dinner with my good friend Lauren, my mom, and her mom. Lauren was visiting from Denver for the week, so it was great to see her! Friday I hosted a work party at my place and we played games. Saturday we drove to Clear Lake, IA to visit my friend Jackie. She was visiting Minneapolis (she's living in Virginia), for her brother's wedding, and we met up half way for lunch. It was great to see her too! So, it was all great things, but we've been super busy the last few days. I'm hoping this week won't be as packed.
-I was thinking this morning how much I love our church. I really love our worship. I will definitely miss it when we move.
-Next weekend we are going to Orange City to visit Kley's family. I'm excited! We're meeting them up in Omaha on Sunday, so we can do a little shopping. We will also see all of our grandparents, visit my sister and Kley's sister's dorm rooms, Kley's interviewing at his dad's firm to meet the other partners, and we're looking at a house! I will write more about that later if something comes from it.
I'm ready for fall to come! We have lots of good stuff coming up! :)
Also, Kley's last first day of school is tomorrow!
Saturday, August 17, 2013
An afternoon at the fair and anniversary dinner.
Sunday, August 11, 2013
An afternoon with the Cubs.
Saturday, August 10, 2013
Recycled crayons and a handy project.
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
It's not fair.
Yesterday something minor happened at work that I felt wasn't fair. I was annoyed about it- probably more than I should have been. Then we got home and Kley was practicing this song- One Thing Remains- for worship practice.
I love those lyrics.
"Your love never fails, never gives up, never runs out on me."
It was a powerful and instant reminder for me. His love never fails and never runs out on me. There are plenty of times where it should run out on me. I don't deserve it.
You know what's really not fair? Jesus on the cross.
But He graciously and sacrificially did it for me and my sins. And yours.
And all those minor annoyances begin to fade away...
Thank you, Jesus.
Saturday, August 3, 2013
Highlights.
Some people are extremely talented writers. Other bloggers I follow have a wonderful ability to turn their experiences into beautifully written memories and to narrate their ordinary days in an interesting way. I usually don't feel like that, which is fine. Sometimes I write about my kids a lot, such as in this post, and this post, but other times after work I don't feel like writing anything at all. I usually blog a lot on the weekends and rarely ever during the week, which is okay. A lot of nights after work, I simply don't want to write anything at all, and if that's how I feel, I'm not going to force it. Some days taking care of many kids all day is all I can muster. :)
This week I didn't feel like writing anything, so instead I will just list some highlights going on right now:
1. It is now August, which means summer is nearing the end. Usually, in most years, I would never be excited for summer to be over. I love summer. I love the beautiful skies, green grass, warm weather, sunny nights lasting longer, and hitting up the pool. However, this year feels a little different. Once the "school year" starts, I feel like things are different for us. This is going to be a huge year for us together- as referenced in this post. This is Kley's last year of law school (!!!), and at the end of the year we will be moving to Orange City, IA. We have a lot of changes coming up- it will be scary and exciting. This summer was sort of "down time" on our plan for the next year. Not that I'm not enjoying this summer- I really am. It's a good lesson for me on enjoying the moment where we are, but in ways it felt like we were just waiting for what's to come. So, I'm excited for fall.
2. Our third anniversary is coming up on August 14!
3. Three friends who live out of state are coming to visit this month!
4. October is going to be a good month as well. Kley's birthday is on the 18th. Also, we have TWO awesome events. We rarely go to concerts or pay for tickets for something, but in October we are going to see BILL COSBY and RASCAL FLATTS! I am so excited.