Friday, October 22, 2010
Friday, October 8, 2010
October's finally arrived
It's been a while, I know. Sorry about that, my dear readers.
Been busy, been hectic, been tired, been happy, excited, been everything and life still goes on as always.
October has arrived already....and it's just hard to believe. I managed to catch up on a couple things that were pressing me for the past few months. And I'm sure I made a couple people very happy in the process. And oh yeah, I know God is pleased with me as well.
School continues to go well for my kids. I am amazed how much my son loves middle school. I actually think it works best for him, and I look forward to how much he'll enjoy High School in 4 years. Right now, he's still my little boy (although, he will beg to differ---he's almost caught up with me in height and he's only 10!). He likes his teachers, and how they give him positive encouragement, or positive discipline. Last year in elementary school was a really tough one for him. I am starting to realize, while I liked his teacher last year, it was difficult to see what she put my son through. Prayerfully we will never have another teacher like that again any time soon. I had a horrible one in 1st grade (oh gosh, I hated her!), and after that, never had any problems.
My daughter is enjoying High School. And also being in the Marching Band. Wow. She impresses me! I do pray she has a good experience in HS and that she continues to strive well in her classes. And her friends---I love 'em all. I know some people might take a look at one or two of them, but you just have to meet them. My house is always full of kids, and I'm always feeding them-even when I am down to my barest cupboards, I still find something to feed 'em with. And, the kids know I have a safe place for them to come to. Boo-yah!
As for me, been busily helping support my husband being the SS teacher at church. I am starting to realize how much we've grown in our classroom, and it sure is getting snug in there. Also been asked to think about leading a deaf women's SS class (to help with the crowding) so I have to really search my heart. I am flattered they asked me....I do enjoy teaching. It's a big commitment to make.
This weekend is the Appleumpkin festival in town. So, gearing up for madness at my front door. I should really find my fall & halloween decorations. Today is the perfect day for it, as I'm off today. Woo! Was starting to feel a bit burned out.
So, sorry this isn't a funny, humorous post or a long-winded story or anything. Just letting you guys know I'm alive and still kickin'. Will try to be little more ....in touch than usual.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Been busy, been hectic, been tired, been happy, excited, been everything and life still goes on as always.
October has arrived already....and it's just hard to believe. I managed to catch up on a couple things that were pressing me for the past few months. And I'm sure I made a couple people very happy in the process. And oh yeah, I know God is pleased with me as well.
School continues to go well for my kids. I am amazed how much my son loves middle school. I actually think it works best for him, and I look forward to how much he'll enjoy High School in 4 years. Right now, he's still my little boy (although, he will beg to differ---he's almost caught up with me in height and he's only 10!). He likes his teachers, and how they give him positive encouragement, or positive discipline. Last year in elementary school was a really tough one for him. I am starting to realize, while I liked his teacher last year, it was difficult to see what she put my son through. Prayerfully we will never have another teacher like that again any time soon. I had a horrible one in 1st grade (oh gosh, I hated her!), and after that, never had any problems.
My daughter is enjoying High School. And also being in the Marching Band. Wow. She impresses me! I do pray she has a good experience in HS and that she continues to strive well in her classes. And her friends---I love 'em all. I know some people might take a look at one or two of them, but you just have to meet them. My house is always full of kids, and I'm always feeding them-even when I am down to my barest cupboards, I still find something to feed 'em with. And, the kids know I have a safe place for them to come to. Boo-yah!
As for me, been busily helping support my husband being the SS teacher at church. I am starting to realize how much we've grown in our classroom, and it sure is getting snug in there. Also been asked to think about leading a deaf women's SS class (to help with the crowding) so I have to really search my heart. I am flattered they asked me....I do enjoy teaching. It's a big commitment to make.
This weekend is the Appleumpkin festival in town. So, gearing up for madness at my front door. I should really find my fall & halloween decorations. Today is the perfect day for it, as I'm off today. Woo! Was starting to feel a bit burned out.
So, sorry this isn't a funny, humorous post or a long-winded story or anything. Just letting you guys know I'm alive and still kickin'. Will try to be little more ....in touch than usual.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Master's Hands Deaf Church
Master's Hands Deaf Church had its' launch last Sunday, Sept. 12. I seriously thought Pastor John Bienlein was joking or teasing when he shared that Channel 12 was coming to film us. I know the Flint Journal was there the week before. So, I didn't give it much thought (plus, I was little tired from a very busy long day). So that night, I stayed over at friends' then we visited Master's Hands Deaf Church the next day.
I had fun. Seriously! I am amazed with how much work went into painting the walls, cleaning, and everything. When the church gave the deaf the parishioner's house, I was there the first major cleaning day. And I knew they had a lot of work to do.
So, anyway, for Launch Day, I was very honored that I was asked to do a song. And my husband was honored to read Psalm 139 into ASL. He does a beautiful "storytelling" style in ASL form when doing scriptures. It's just amazing.
Anyhoo, while in the middle of the prayer, I noticed Pastor John was distracted and said, "Channel 12 is here". I thought, OH NO! So I just went with the flow.
While it was very obvious they are there, I had to do my song. I got up there, did "Here Am I, Send Me" (by Mercy Me) and it was very uplifting. My good friend Vonnie did a Huey Lewis song. Now, I didn't know he had become a believer of Jesus Christ, so it was really awesome to know that! I cannot remember the name of the song, but it was very upbeat, and something about not needing to worry. So, that was really cool! And Pastor John delivered a wonderful sermon.
Anyway, I do want to share that I am very thrilled for Master's Hands. I am thrilled for the deaf involved with that church. I am thrilled for Pastor John. I am just simply ... thrilled!
Need I say more? God has truly, truly blessed them. And I can see many great things happening for that church.
I had fun. Seriously! I am amazed with how much work went into painting the walls, cleaning, and everything. When the church gave the deaf the parishioner's house, I was there the first major cleaning day. And I knew they had a lot of work to do.
So, anyway, for Launch Day, I was very honored that I was asked to do a song. And my husband was honored to read Psalm 139 into ASL. He does a beautiful "storytelling" style in ASL form when doing scriptures. It's just amazing.
Anyhoo, while in the middle of the prayer, I noticed Pastor John was distracted and said, "Channel 12 is here". I thought, OH NO! So I just went with the flow.
While it was very obvious they are there, I had to do my song. I got up there, did "Here Am I, Send Me" (by Mercy Me) and it was very uplifting. My good friend Vonnie did a Huey Lewis song. Now, I didn't know he had become a believer of Jesus Christ, so it was really awesome to know that! I cannot remember the name of the song, but it was very upbeat, and something about not needing to worry. So, that was really cool! And Pastor John delivered a wonderful sermon.
Anyway, I do want to share that I am very thrilled for Master's Hands. I am thrilled for the deaf involved with that church. I am thrilled for Pastor John. I am just simply ... thrilled!
Need I say more? God has truly, truly blessed them. And I can see many great things happening for that church.
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