God's Plan

I went with Heather to the doctor today. The news is not too good and I am wondering what God's plan is. I wish my mom was here. We are not sure what God's plan is but we know He is in charge. So many times I ask "Why?" That is, clearly, not mine to know. I pray that I do not get caught up in the crazy unnecessary stuff that surrounds me. For now I want to be the best sister I can be and encourage her as much as I can. I also ask that if you pray...please pray for her. For peace and guidance also "normalcy" we haven't had that for quite sometime and we need it. Or maybe... this is normal. Tests and trials. " Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." James 1:2-4 Thank you Lord for reminding me of that truth. I will keep you posted. We should know more test results this week.

My 100 Things "Bucket List"

I've seen this on some blogs and thought I'd make my own list as well! Everything in BOLD are things I've done. Feel free to copy this list to your blog and do the same.

1. Started your own blog.
2. Slept under the stars.
3. Played in a band.
4. Visited Hawaii.
5. Watched a meteor shower.
6. Given more than you can afford to charity.
7. Been to Disneyland.
8. Climbed a mountain.
9. Held a praying mantis.
10. Sang a solo.
11. Bungee jumped.
12. Visited Paris.
13. Watched a lightning storm at sea.
14. Taught yourself an art from scratch.
15. Adopted a child.
16. Had food poisoning.
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty.
18. Grown your own vegetables.
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France.
20. Slept on an overnight train.
21. Had a pillow fight.
22. Hitch hiked.
23. Taken a sick day when you're not sick.
24. Built a snow fort.
25. Held a lamb.
26. Gone skinny dipping.
27. Run a marathon.
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice.
29. Seen a total eclipse.
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset.
31. Hit a home run.
32. Been on a cruise.
33. Seen Niagra Falls in person.
34. Visited the birthplace of your ancestors.
35. Seen an Amish community.
36. Taught yourself a new language.
37. Had enough money to truly be satisfied.
38. Seen the leaning tower of Pisa in person.
39. Gone rock climbing.
40. Seen Michelangelo's David.
41. Sung karaoke.
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt.
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant.
44. Visited Africa.
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight.
46. Been transported in an ambulance.
47. Had your portrait painted.
48. Gone deep sea fishing.
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person.
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling.
52. Kissed in the rain.
53. Played in the mud.
54. Gone to a drive-in theater.
55. Been in a movie.
56. Visited the Great Wall of China.
57. Started a business.
58. Taken a martial arts class.
59. Visited Russia.
60. Served in a soup kitchen.
61. Sold Girl Scout cookies.
62. Gone whale watching.
63. Gotten flowers for no reason.
64. Donated blood, platelets, or plasma.
65. Gone sky diving.
66. Visited a Nazi concentration camp.
67. Bounced a check.
68. Flown in a helicopter.
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy.
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial.
71. Eaten caviar.
72. Pieced a quilt.
73. Stood in Times Square.
74. Toured the Everglades.
75. Been fired from a job.
76. Seen the changing of the guards in London.
77. Broken a bone.
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle.
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person.
80. Published a book.
81. Been to the Vatican.
82. Bought a brand new car.
83. Walked in Jerusalem.
84. Had your picture in the paper.
85. Read the entire Bible.
86. Visited the White House.
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating.
88. Had Chicken pox.
89. Saved someone's life.
90. Sat on a jury.
91. Met someone famous.
92. Joined a book club.
93. Lost a loved one.
94. Had a baby.
95. Seen the Alamo in person.
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake.
97. Been involved in a lawsuit.
98. Owned a cell phone.
99. Been stung by a bee.
100. Read an entire book in one day.

Some of these I actually plan to do, some I have no interest in. Since I borrowed this from a good friend (Thanks Carole!) I may post my own list and post it closer to my 3???th birthday. :-)

Thankful for Spring Break

I am on my 15th spring break since I graduated from college. There are many days when I am so thankful that I chose to be a teacher. For instance when my kids read for the 1st time, when they need a hug and they just rest in my arms, and when they are so "valentimey" that they just can't stand it. But, today was also a day when I am so thankful for being a teacher. Only a few more weeks to mold their minds, to pray for them during our moment of silence and to cheer them on when they need it. I will cherish these next few weeks but I am going to really enjoy this week.

I went to lunch with an old friend/co-worker of mine today and we had a great talk. She is going through a very rough time in her life and I was able to help her because of what I went through. God continues to allow me to encourage people even though I went through a terrible time. He is so Amazing that way. Man, I serve a MIGHTY GOD.

Spring Break

I am so ready for spring break I can hardly stand it. I am gonna hang out with friends since I hate being alone but I plan on some great coffee, sleepin in and a bit of shopping. I have a ton to say just no energy to say it. I am good though. Weight loss 12 lbs. Woo Hoo!!!