Focusing on The True Meaning of Christmas

Another rainy, icy and school canceled day. It is time for the structure of work and to finish 2007 strong. The kids have finals and need review. I have quite a bit of Christmas activities to do with my kindergartener's. God has a plan and I must learn to be still.

Speaking of being still, I spent the last few hours reading Preparing My Heart For Advent. God always speaks to my heart. "Let's be the fragrance of Christ and a light wherever we go, carrying with us the thought that one day we'll convene in the bright courts of heaven for a day that will never end." I pray the I can keep that true in my heart and I pray the same for all of you, my sweet friends.

Icy Day Off

Wow, this has been a long day, but a day of accomplishments. I had two extra teenagers in the house so I cooked all morning. I love having a houseful. The house seems alive and festive and alive. I am in a rude awakening when my Sr. daughter leaves for college.
I went to get the mail and was worried about the mail carrier taking out my mailbox due to the icy road. I went to retrieve the mail and fell right on my bottom. How embarrasing ....right in front of the carrier. I picked myself up, checked my wrist and sore bum and went in. Keeps me humble.
I worked out with an interval setting on my elliptical trainer. A great work out. Only 23 more pounds to go. I can do this!!!
I wrapped tons of gifts. I usually am working the night before Christmas Eve, therefore
I may be on schedule this year,
I even go a little nap in, too.
School is canceled tomorrow. Maybe I can get my holiday baking done as well.
I had to include this pic of Chandler. He is a bottle of energy...so much fun. He is good at most everything he tries. He is the most valuable speaker for his debate team and plays basketball with the varsity team at school. He is amazing. He is only fourteen.

Lauren's 18th

I am planning Lauren's 18th birthday. I cannot believe she is 18. It seems yesterday I brought her home form the hospital in a red stocking. The day was icy and I stopped at a stationery store for birth announcements. My sweet husband was nervous because she was in the backseat and all alone and she seemed like a stranger. A funny moment. Lauren is a beautiful young lady with the whole world waiting for her. The picture of her is so pretty. She is photogenic.

New Blog

Hello! I was inspired to blog by my sweet friend Vickie. Today is December 9. The weather is icy and school has been canceled for tomorrow. I am glad, but the structure of work is good for me. I am a kindergarten teacher. My students are precious.