Last Day

Today is my Last Day of class! I've learned so much this semester about teaching language arts, especially the writing component. This time, I retained so much more about doing literature groups. I'm planning to incorporate them into my classroom this term with my first graders. I'm also planning to do a lot of fiction writing as suggested from the book from my literature circle, Making Believe on Paper by Ted DeMille. I think using the both of these strategies will enhance my students' writing.

I Made It!

It's all most over. This is our last week of class and there has been some times that i just didn't see myself making. That's to supportive people around including my professors, I made it. Just the other day, I asked the Lord not to just let me see my way through but to actually take me through because I just felt that weary. As I reflect today, I think my lesson has been to just let him take me through. So I'm going to remember this in my heart. I'm asking God to grant me the Serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference. It's been great!

Still No News

We still haven't gotten the results back from the MRI and I'm going to call the Dr. tomorrow morning. I have been up at the school since 5:30pm today because my internet is still not working properly and I needed to get my work completed. Tomorrow my group is chatting again so I'll be back. Until then...

The BIG Day!

Today the baby went for his MRI and everything went well. He is definitely a fighter and relentless (like his MAMA). He's 16 mos. and it took 4 adults to hold him down to get his IV. I told the staff that he works out because he does chin ups using my bar when he's trying to reach something up there (lol). When the Dr. gave him his 2 medicines for sedation, the first dose did not work. They thought he was sleep and tried to slide him into the chamber, he started kicking and moaning for us to get so they had to give him just a little more. We should know the results over the next day or two so until then we're just waiting and still believing.

Very Nervous

Tomorrow is the big day. My husband and I are taking the baby to have a MRI at the hospital and they're going to have to put him to sleep. I'm praying that everything goes well with the sedation and procedure. My group is suppose to chat tomorrow so I hope he feels good afterwards so that I can find a computer to participate. We're trusting and believing that everything is going to be fine.

No Internet Service

The past two weeks have been very frustrating for me. On top of everything else that's going on, my internet service is not working properly and I am having to drive all over town to get my work completed. With the boys, I can't go to the computer lab and I have to wait until my husband gets home at night. Tonight, I finally thought about coming on campus with my laptop and I didn't know the library closes too at 10pm. So I tried to use the laptop in the car and it went dead after about 20mins. So finally I drove to the Subway and a campus police drove up and I asked him where would be a safe place on campus for me to plug in and the only place was the police department on campus. Thank God for the Police! There are some good ones still out there.

A Break

Today, I went to church by MYSELF. It was a much needed break. With the baby constantly whining and DJ fighting for constant attention, and on top of that, my husband has been working long hours (so no help there), I thought I was going to lose my mind at one point. I take back every thought I have ever had about being a stay at home Mom. I see why rich people hire a live-in nanny. It's worth the money. The baby's fever broke this evening so he should be a happier child tomorrow. Thank God it did because if not, I was going to have to head back to the doctor's office.

103 Temp

Today, I took the baby back to the doctor because he was running a temp of 103. They really don't know why so were just waiting it out to see if it continues through the weekend or if his symptoms change. The past few weeks has been really tough on him but he has been a trooper. He's kept his spirits up and has tried to stay activate as much as possible thanks to his big brother. Hopefully his fever will break through the night so he can began to eat a little better.

Baby walking

Today my baby started to walk back on his foot again. I've had to carry him around for the past

five days. Tomorrow he has a doctor's visit so, I pray it good news.

4th of July

My 4th of July was wonderful and safe. My family and I traveled to Jackson, Alabama to visit

family and friends. It was a long drive but, worth it for plenty of country food and fun. It was

even better when we saw my stepdaughter who's from Texas, so that was a plus too. Over

all we enjoyed ourselves.





I'm thankful for having a safe holiday sharing it with people I care about

Staying Strong

Yesterday, we got news about the baby that was quite disturbing. Regardless of how often you encourage others, it seems like when it's your turn, it doesn't really help. We're going to persevere through it all because God is in control. So today, I want to be thankful for my children, as well as knowing and believing in God's word.

Staying Focused

Today, I heard a minister, Dr. Hilliard, on the television and his message today was all for me. He spoke today about staying focused and the four commitments to success. It refreshed me. So often, we get so tied up in our daily lives that we forget our whole purpose of our calling. What he meant by staying focused was that if we don't forget God and listen to him as he guides us, we won't get so burned out until we get weary, without being renewed. He also pointed out that when God helps us to do something and he gets the glory, it's with ease and joy comes behind it. I'm very thankful for this message today.

Summer Cleaning

Today has been a very good and productive day. I got up very early before the kids woke up and I got started. I washed clothes, blankets, rugs, pillows and anything else that I saw. I dusted high and low, clean out closets, stored stuff, threw away stuff, cleaned the wash room, etc. I drunk some Rip It this morning and I went at. I feel good. I think next week I'll began painting. I'm thankful I got a lot done today.

It's Time

I think it's time. Today my 18 month old would not keep on his diaper. Every time I put it back on him, he leaves me and takes it back off. I just got tired and left it off of him. I don;t know if it was irritating him or if he just does not want to wear one but I was always told by my elders that he would come out of it hen he was good and ready. I believe he's ready. He didn't have any accidents and that's a good thing. So today, I'm thankful for the sign.

Free Doritios

A few weeks ago my good friend sent me an email for some free Doritos and I was kind of skeptical about using them because I didn't want to go into the store and get embarrassed. Well today was grocery day, we needed some chips and I remembered to print it out. I went to the Wal-Mart on Dauphin and low and behold it worked. In fact I wasn't embarrassed, I was quite happy because it saved me $4.18. So thank God for FREE Doritos. If you would like for me to forward this coupon to you, please feel free to contact me through email.

Class Reunion

This weekend has been very busy. My husband's 20 year class reunion was this weekend and it's been a blast. Since we attended the same high school, we know just about the same people. So, I felt right at home. Today, I want to be thankful for friendships. We had a chance to rekindle some old friendships as well as embrace some new ones. Although friendships can be a very emotional roller coaster, they're good to have.

Mothers

This week has been rough but I won't complain. My mother came over yesterday and spent some time with us. We enjoyed her visit. She got a chance to see the baby walk on his tippy toes. Since the summer break and school began, my time has been consumed with my classes and my household family. It seems like since I'm at home, I'm working more than I was when I punched the clock. And my classwork seems like it's a lot more. So today, I want to take this time to be thankful for my mother. She's sweet, kind and loving. She's the best and I love her very much!

Atlanta Trip

This afternoon, we returned from our trip to Atlanta. It was wonderful. We had a great time touring the city and visiting with our family (thank God for GPS). My cousin had a beautiful wedding and reception. Her colors were spring green, champagne and ivory. It was pure, romantic, short, sweet, and classy. The newlyweds will honeymoon in the Bahamas for a week and then return to began their journey together. I want to thank God for his traveling mercy, grace, and our new edition to the family.

Summer Travel

Today, I'm preparing to travel to Atlanta on tomorrow. My cousin will be getting married on Saturday and we're excited about going. This will be the first time my husband and me gets to watch a marriage ceremony from the pews together. In recent times, either of us have been participants, if not both. We're planning on making this a mini vacation. We're going to Stone Mountain to see the laser show, visit some family, shopping, dining and then resting up to return home. Today, I'd like to be thankful for my husband who brings out the best in me. He's a wonderful, patient and peaceful man I've loved since high school. Throughout the planning of the trip, not once has he complained or gotten aggravated. Me, that's a different story. He's always very supportive towards me no matter how crazy my ideas are. He's a family man and I thank God for him.

Welcome!

Hi Class,

I'd like to take this time to welcome you to my blog. During the next few weeks, I hope you get to learn a little more about me. This blog will serve as a reflection of various things that I'm thankful for. Somethings mentioned will involve me directly and/or indirectly. Sometimes, I just like to vent so I hope that's okay with you too (and we'll be thankful for that). Please feel to drop me a few lines and follow me. Again, WELCOME to the thankful me.