With the new year in full swing, and after some events that have been thrown at us, Jim's job loss in particular, I have been trying to connect with God and have a deeper, more meaningful prayer life. I don't mean to say that I didn't have a prayer life before, but I want to be specific about the things and people I am praying for, I want to pray faithfully, and most importantly, I want to pray with the right heart.
For all you "Love Darers" out there, look in the back of the book at Appendix I- page 202-205 for an awesome resource to effective prayer. This is a great resource to begin an intimate prayer life with our Lord. I encourage you to take a look at it! And if you are not doing the Love Dare, I encourage you to do so. The book is from the movie Fireproof (which I think comes out soon on DVD) and it is a great way to become aware of issues or potential issues in your marriage, and how biblically we should approach our spouse and their needs. I have truely learned a lot from the couple of weeks we have been "Taking the Dare" as Pastor Kevin calls it!
Now on to some Prayer Requests...
I have been reading Angie Smith's blog for a couple months now and it is amazing. If you ever have an hour or so, you should hop over to her blog and read her (and her family's) story from the beginning, it is amazing how God uses different struggles in peoples lives as encouragement for others. Anyway, through looking at her blog, I came across Kelly's blog. She too is amazing and has struggled with getting pregnant for some time. The Lord finally blessed her and her husband with a baby, and she was born this past Friday, but unfortunately with some complications. Haper is is critical condition. Take a look at Kelly's blog for the detailed updates, but for now, please say a prayer for baby Harper. Pray specifically for healing for Harper and for peace for the parents.
Also, please keep Jim and his job search in your prayers and a big thanks to all that are already doing so!
Have a great week!
Monday, January 19, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
The New Year
So with all the "Happy New Years" going around, we figured we should post and say it to all our readers as well... so.... HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
If you haven't heard by now, our new year didn't start off as "Happy" as we had hoped. Jim was laid off from his job this past Friday (January 2nd). His company was/is making several cuts due to financial issues (I guess the poor economy even effects the cheer world) and Jim was one of the employees that saw the impact.
We are taking this experience as an opportunity and trying not to look at it as a "bad" situation, although it is a challenging one. Jim is exploring many job options at this time, and we will keep you posted if/when something comes available!
On a lighter note, we had a wonderful Christmas break with our families and we miss our family in North Carolina very much. Even though the trip was a longer one, it never seems like it is long enough.
Well, I guess that it all for now! Please continue to pray for us as Jim continues his Job search. We know God is sovereign and has a plan, even when we seem to be wondering aimlessly. We pray that we will open our eyes to see His path for us as we embrace a new journey!
If you haven't heard by now, our new year didn't start off as "Happy" as we had hoped. Jim was laid off from his job this past Friday (January 2nd). His company was/is making several cuts due to financial issues (I guess the poor economy even effects the cheer world) and Jim was one of the employees that saw the impact.
We are taking this experience as an opportunity and trying not to look at it as a "bad" situation, although it is a challenging one. Jim is exploring many job options at this time, and we will keep you posted if/when something comes available!
On a lighter note, we had a wonderful Christmas break with our families and we miss our family in North Carolina very much. Even though the trip was a longer one, it never seems like it is long enough.
Well, I guess that it all for now! Please continue to pray for us as Jim continues his Job search. We know God is sovereign and has a plan, even when we seem to be wondering aimlessly. We pray that we will open our eyes to see His path for us as we embrace a new journey!
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Grades are in!
I just received my grades for the semester (I know strange after I have already "graduated", but they didn't give us our diploma at graduation...) but anyway, I got A's in both classes! Super excited after a LONG semester!
Thanks for all the support!
In case I do not get to post, Jim and I wanted to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas!
Thanks for all the support!
In case I do not get to post, Jim and I wanted to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas!
***sorry for the quality of the pictures, but we think they are cute for Christmas!***
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Graduation!
Well here are some pictures from graduation. We had a great weekend (and it isn't over yet)! We headed up to Muncie, Indiana last night and stayed the night that way we would be ready for the ceremony, since it started at 10:00am. Mom, Kenny, Kayla, Mamaw, Nan (Grandma O) and of course Jim and I had a wonderful time visiting with each other!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
FINALLY!!!
Well, it is 11:39 at night, and I need to go to bed, but I wanted to update you all on my accomplishment....I have completed all coursework for my masters degree. I will graduate this Saturday, and have never felt more relieved. This is a huge weight lifted off my shoulders :o)
Maybe now I can actually clean my house or cook dinner for Jim (since we have been bumming off my parents and grandma for at least a month now!)
Also, tomorrow is my last day of class with my students.
I will post pictures from graduation after this weekend!
P.S. It is now 11:42
Night!
Maybe now I can actually clean my house or cook dinner for Jim (since we have been bumming off my parents and grandma for at least a month now!)
Also, tomorrow is my last day of class with my students.
I will post pictures from graduation after this weekend!
P.S. It is now 11:42
Night!
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Classroom Update
Each day at work has gotten a little better. In college it seemed as if my professors were always focused on how we manage transitions for our students...but I think transitions are equally as difficult for adults. This transition has not been an easy one, but I am getting through one day at a time. The kiddos are slowly realizing that I am not going anywhere and my assistant and I are finding the best ways to work together. Thank you for praying, and please continue to pray that each day continues to become easier!!!
On a positive note, rest time is great! At the school where I taught last school year my students had a rest time and it was lovely. This school year I was placed in a classroom with an AM/PM class so, neither group rested ...until the transition to the new school, and now I have the same group of kids all day, and along with that comes a rest time :o) You have to find the good in things right?!?
As I was doing my quiet time last Thursday morning (my second day at the new school), I came across this verse and I have carried it to work with me each day since. Sometimes it helps to have a reminder in your pocket! It is so neat to see the way the Lord speaks to us! Ever since I received the news I was having to transfer schools, I have wondered why this was happening and how this could possibly be in God's plan...then I stumbled across a verse I had heard many, many times, yet it took a whole different meaning this time around...
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
-Jeremiah 29:11
God is good!
By the way...only 8 more days with kiddos (9 more work days) until Christmas Break (or winter break as we have to call it).
My other countdown I have going....11 days until graduation!!!! YEAH!!!
Oh, and for those wondering, I am going to do another round of Masters level classes....this time I am going to pursue an educational leadership/principalship license and an ESL endorsement added on to my teaching certificate.
On a positive note, rest time is great! At the school where I taught last school year my students had a rest time and it was lovely. This school year I was placed in a classroom with an AM/PM class so, neither group rested ...until the transition to the new school, and now I have the same group of kids all day, and along with that comes a rest time :o) You have to find the good in things right?!?
As I was doing my quiet time last Thursday morning (my second day at the new school), I came across this verse and I have carried it to work with me each day since. Sometimes it helps to have a reminder in your pocket! It is so neat to see the way the Lord speaks to us! Ever since I received the news I was having to transfer schools, I have wondered why this was happening and how this could possibly be in God's plan...then I stumbled across a verse I had heard many, many times, yet it took a whole different meaning this time around...
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
-Jeremiah 29:11
God is good!
By the way...only 8 more days with kiddos (9 more work days) until Christmas Break (or winter break as we have to call it).
My other countdown I have going....11 days until graduation!!!! YEAH!!!
Oh, and for those wondering, I am going to do another round of Masters level classes....this time I am going to pursue an educational leadership/principalship license and an ESL endorsement added on to my teaching certificate.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Another Update
Day number 2 at the new job and things were still rough....but better (although I am not sure it could have gotten any worse.) Still continue to pray that each day gets easier. 11 days until Christmas Break!!!
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