Dear Readers,
Are you still there? I hope so. Yes I have sadly neglected my blog and I know it. I sit there from time to time and think about writing but then I go on about my insanely busy life. The thing is, I really don't think that I have anything exciting or blog worthy to write about. I get up, go to school, go home, go to bed. Same thing day after day. Except on weekends, then just replace work with school. But then I realize that maybe I want some record of the things I think and feel as I go through this time in my life. So here goes!
I realized recently that I love 2nd graders. I have had the privilege of working with them for three of the four semesters I spent in an elementary school classroom. My first experience was 30 hours of straight observation. Then I got to work directly with them for my first field experience and now I get to work with them again for my last field experience before student teaching. I never thought I wanted to teach the younger grades. I always said 3rd, 4th or 5th whenever I was asked what grades I wanted to teach. In fact, until recently, my perfect grade was 5th. That has changed. I want 2nd grade. If a principal were to ask me what grade I wanted, 2nd hands down. I love their desire to learn. I love their thought process and how they navigate life. Would I still be happy teaching another grade? Yes! I can't wait to have my own classroom!
Ok that was long :) If you are still here, thank you! I will write more later. After all, writing takes practice and to be good, you should practice every day.
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Things I've learned from making simple, healthy changes in my life
I have been trying to change to a healthier lifestyle over the last several months. I think I am doing much better and have learned some valuable lessons!
I started in January with my simple changes. I had physical goals that I set. My idea was to start slowly. So I did; drink more water, walk the dog, etc. Then I discovered that the college had a fitness center and I could use it since I was a student. So I rented a locker and added weight training three times a week. I loved it! I was starting to feel better!
I slowly changed my eating habits and really started making better food choices. I have cut back on the processed foods as much as I can and have increased the amount of water I drink daily.
Then school got out. No more fitness center. So I decided to run. I love running. I am happy to say that I have slowly increased my exercise levels and now get a good workout in 6 days a week. I take Sundays off.
So what have I learned?
Lesson 1 It's ok to go slowly. I learned that I couldn't just jump in and go gung ho. I needed to slowly work up to working out 6 days a week. Even still my workout are slow. I've been running since April and am still only on week 2 of my 8 week training program.
Lesson 2 Listen to my body. I learned to listen to what my body needs. There have been times when I could only complete a portion of the workout. I learned that stopping did not mean I quit, I still got some exercise in and to avoid injury, it is best to listen to what the needs of my body are.
Lesson 3 Eating healthy is key! I learned that making better food choices is essential to overall better health. My body had no problems letting me know when I stopped paying attention and made bad choices. I am to the point where even my 1 soda a week doesn't sound good. I don't deny myself anything and I am not on a diet, I just changed what I was eating. More whole foods and less processed and junky types of foods.
Lesson 4 I like how I feel now. I really like me now. I feel better, happier and more healthier. Some of my physical aches and pains have gone away, my joints don't ache and I sleep better. I still have problems with my knees but I am learning how to modify exercises and take proper preventative measures to insure I don't have problems later.
Overall I am very pleased with my progress and can't wait to continue. I have participated in 3 5k races already this summer and found I really enjoy them. My goal is to be able to run the entire Kohl Elementary 5k next May.
I started in January with my simple changes. I had physical goals that I set. My idea was to start slowly. So I did; drink more water, walk the dog, etc. Then I discovered that the college had a fitness center and I could use it since I was a student. So I rented a locker and added weight training three times a week. I loved it! I was starting to feel better!
I slowly changed my eating habits and really started making better food choices. I have cut back on the processed foods as much as I can and have increased the amount of water I drink daily.
Then school got out. No more fitness center. So I decided to run. I love running. I am happy to say that I have slowly increased my exercise levels and now get a good workout in 6 days a week. I take Sundays off.
So what have I learned?
Lesson 1 It's ok to go slowly. I learned that I couldn't just jump in and go gung ho. I needed to slowly work up to working out 6 days a week. Even still my workout are slow. I've been running since April and am still only on week 2 of my 8 week training program.
Lesson 2 Listen to my body. I learned to listen to what my body needs. There have been times when I could only complete a portion of the workout. I learned that stopping did not mean I quit, I still got some exercise in and to avoid injury, it is best to listen to what the needs of my body are.
Lesson 3 Eating healthy is key! I learned that making better food choices is essential to overall better health. My body had no problems letting me know when I stopped paying attention and made bad choices. I am to the point where even my 1 soda a week doesn't sound good. I don't deny myself anything and I am not on a diet, I just changed what I was eating. More whole foods and less processed and junky types of foods.
Lesson 4 I like how I feel now. I really like me now. I feel better, happier and more healthier. Some of my physical aches and pains have gone away, my joints don't ache and I sleep better. I still have problems with my knees but I am learning how to modify exercises and take proper preventative measures to insure I don't have problems later.
Overall I am very pleased with my progress and can't wait to continue. I have participated in 3 5k races already this summer and found I really enjoy them. My goal is to be able to run the entire Kohl Elementary 5k next May.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Dear Son
Dear Son,
Today I want to write to you. I am so glad that you are my son! I want you to know that I love you very much! I am proud of you for doing well in school this year. I know you struggle sometimes but you always do well. You are making some wonderful plans for your future. Remember them and work hard to fulfill them.
You have a great heart and a wonderful, kind spirit. I am happy when I hear of the good things you do for your sister, dad and friends. I hope you will always stay this way.
I enjoy the times we get to spend talking and I love hearing about your day and anything you want to tell me. I love you Buddy!
Love, Mom
Today I want to write to you. I am so glad that you are my son! I want you to know that I love you very much! I am proud of you for doing well in school this year. I know you struggle sometimes but you always do well. You are making some wonderful plans for your future. Remember them and work hard to fulfill them.
You have a great heart and a wonderful, kind spirit. I am happy when I hear of the good things you do for your sister, dad and friends. I hope you will always stay this way.
I enjoy the times we get to spend talking and I love hearing about your day and anything you want to tell me. I love you Buddy!
Love, Mom
Friday, May 31, 2013
Hardest Part About Growing Up
30 things I want my kids to know about me
Day 13
Hardest part about growing up
Growing up isn't easy. There are many hard parts I think. For me, one of the hardest parts about growing up was not feeling that I belonged. I didn't feel like I belonged at church or school, two very important places for a child/teenager. It didn't bother me so much as a child, it really started about the time I turned 11. I went to a different school than most of the people I went to church with so it was hard to talk with them about school. I didn't know most of the people they were talking about, I wasn't there for such and such event and I didn't have the same teachers. I even lived in a different part of town so we didn't know the same people.
My best friend Jenny really helped. She knew I didn't know people so she would tell me about them and include me in the conversation. I love her to this day for all she did to help me feel wanted at church.
School was a different story. I am shy and do not like big groups of people. So I kept to myself, had a few friends and did my school work. I got good grades too. No one likes the good students though so I got teased quite a bit. It was hard to ignore some of it. I made it through though, learned a lot of hard lessons and I feel that I am better know. I know where I belong and have gotten to the point where I am very happy with my circumstances. I don't need large groups of friends to be happy. I belong with my family and few close friends that I have.
Day 13
Hardest part about growing up
Growing up isn't easy. There are many hard parts I think. For me, one of the hardest parts about growing up was not feeling that I belonged. I didn't feel like I belonged at church or school, two very important places for a child/teenager. It didn't bother me so much as a child, it really started about the time I turned 11. I went to a different school than most of the people I went to church with so it was hard to talk with them about school. I didn't know most of the people they were talking about, I wasn't there for such and such event and I didn't have the same teachers. I even lived in a different part of town so we didn't know the same people.
My best friend Jenny really helped. She knew I didn't know people so she would tell me about them and include me in the conversation. I love her to this day for all she did to help me feel wanted at church.
School was a different story. I am shy and do not like big groups of people. So I kept to myself, had a few friends and did my school work. I got good grades too. No one likes the good students though so I got teased quite a bit. It was hard to ignore some of it. I made it through though, learned a lot of hard lessons and I feel that I am better know. I know where I belong and have gotten to the point where I am very happy with my circumstances. I don't need large groups of friends to be happy. I belong with my family and few close friends that I have.
Thursday, May 30, 2013
A Day in the Life
30 Things I want my kids to know about me
Day 12
A Day in the Life of Me!
What does a typical day look like for me? Well that depends on the time of year. Right now I am on summer break from school so a typical day now looks very different from a typical day during the school year. So we'll focus on a typical day during the summer.
I wake up when the dogs wake me up. It can range anywhere from 6:30-8:15. If they wake me up at 6:30, I feed them, put them outside and go back to bed.
If it is a more reasonable time, like 7:30-8ish, I get up, get dressed and stay up. My morning routine looks something like this.
Feed Dogs
Eat Breakfast
Check and fill water bottle my Husband
Check all things on computer while waiting an hour
do my exercise for the day. I run 3 days a week and work strength training the other 3 days.
Then I quietly read or chat with my sister until my husband wakes up
Then it's lunch, dishes, pick up house, other things that need to be done.
Make dinner, sometimes watch a movie or read or whatever needs to be done. then shower and bed.
Not the most glamorous life but I love it and am very happy :)
Day 12
A Day in the Life of Me!
What does a typical day look like for me? Well that depends on the time of year. Right now I am on summer break from school so a typical day now looks very different from a typical day during the school year. So we'll focus on a typical day during the summer.
I wake up when the dogs wake me up. It can range anywhere from 6:30-8:15. If they wake me up at 6:30, I feed them, put them outside and go back to bed.
If it is a more reasonable time, like 7:30-8ish, I get up, get dressed and stay up. My morning routine looks something like this.
Feed Dogs
Eat Breakfast
Check and fill water bottle my Husband
Check all things on computer while waiting an hour
do my exercise for the day. I run 3 days a week and work strength training the other 3 days.
Then I quietly read or chat with my sister until my husband wakes up
Then it's lunch, dishes, pick up house, other things that need to be done.
Make dinner, sometimes watch a movie or read or whatever needs to be done. then shower and bed.
Not the most glamorous life but I love it and am very happy :)
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Pet Peeves
30 Things I want my kids to know about me
Day 11
Pet Peeves
I have pet peeves and today's prompt is to list 10 of them. However, as I was thinking abut this topic this morning, I decided not to list any. I came to the conclusion that pet peeves are nothing more than behaviors of others that annoy you. Everyone is different! We all like to do things differently. Just because I may not like something you are doing, does not mean it is wrong.
I've noticed that some of the things that used to be considered a pet peeve, don't bother me any more. I find myself trying hard to exercise self control over these feelings and look at the person differently. It's a part of who they are and if I say I love them then I should love all of them. I'm sure there are things I do that could be considered a pet peeve to someone. I know I am not perfect.
So today I will focus on the good in others and not small, insignificant behaviors that in the grand scheme of things, are not important.
Day 11
Pet Peeves
I have pet peeves and today's prompt is to list 10 of them. However, as I was thinking abut this topic this morning, I decided not to list any. I came to the conclusion that pet peeves are nothing more than behaviors of others that annoy you. Everyone is different! We all like to do things differently. Just because I may not like something you are doing, does not mean it is wrong.
I've noticed that some of the things that used to be considered a pet peeve, don't bother me any more. I find myself trying hard to exercise self control over these feelings and look at the person differently. It's a part of who they are and if I say I love them then I should love all of them. I'm sure there are things I do that could be considered a pet peeve to someone. I know I am not perfect.
So today I will focus on the good in others and not small, insignificant behaviors that in the grand scheme of things, are not important.
Monday, May 27, 2013
Embarrassing Moments
30 Things I want my kids to know about me
Day 10
My most embarrassing moment
I can honestly say I don't have a most embarrassing moment. That's not to say I don't get embarrassed. I do. I am known for opening my mouth and inserting foot. I say or do things that make me embarrassed but I laugh about it and move on.
Sorry for the very short post but there is nothing to say on this topic! :)
Day 10
My most embarrassing moment
I can honestly say I don't have a most embarrassing moment. That's not to say I don't get embarrassed. I do. I am known for opening my mouth and inserting foot. I say or do things that make me embarrassed but I laugh about it and move on.
Sorry for the very short post but there is nothing to say on this topic! :)
Sunday, May 26, 2013
One of the people who have influenced me
30 Things I Want My Kids to Know About Me
Day 9
Someone who has influenced me
There are many people who have influenced me in my life. Today I want to talk about one of them.
My Grandpa Schneider has been a huge influence in my life. He has always been a hard working man and has supported his family. My mom would talk about how he would work hard when she was growing up but also had time for his family.
Grandpa loves my Grandma very much. He has very high respect for her and I love to see them together. He loves each of his children, their spouses and all his grand and great grandchildren.
Grandpa has a very strong testimony of the church. He has served in many callings and has done so cheerfully. I have never once in my life heard him complain about any calling he has had. He is so willing to lend a helping hand whenever it is needed.
Grandpa also loves people. He is soft spoken but his genuine concern for people draws them to him. I love going places with him because he knows almost everybody. He will stop and talk to people, inquire after their families and visit for a bit. He is loved throughout the community.
Grandpa has a deep love for our country. He flies a flag every day and serves in the community helping veterans. He served in the Korean war. That experience changed his life. It gave him direction. He has great respect for those that served and continue to serve today.
Grandpa, I have always looked up to you. Your leadership and love for the family has always meant a lot to me. I have always felt peace and love in your home. I have great respect for you and love you very much. Thank you for showing me how to love, serve and respect others. Thank you for raising my mom who was able to pass these teachings on to me. Thank you for your strong testimony in the Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you for listening to me when I needed to talk. Thank you for being an example in my life.
I love you!
Carol
Day 9
Someone who has influenced me
There are many people who have influenced me in my life. Today I want to talk about one of them.
My Grandpa Schneider has been a huge influence in my life. He has always been a hard working man and has supported his family. My mom would talk about how he would work hard when she was growing up but also had time for his family.
Grandpa loves my Grandma very much. He has very high respect for her and I love to see them together. He loves each of his children, their spouses and all his grand and great grandchildren.
Grandpa has a very strong testimony of the church. He has served in many callings and has done so cheerfully. I have never once in my life heard him complain about any calling he has had. He is so willing to lend a helping hand whenever it is needed.
Grandpa also loves people. He is soft spoken but his genuine concern for people draws them to him. I love going places with him because he knows almost everybody. He will stop and talk to people, inquire after their families and visit for a bit. He is loved throughout the community.
Grandpa has a deep love for our country. He flies a flag every day and serves in the community helping veterans. He served in the Korean war. That experience changed his life. It gave him direction. He has great respect for those that served and continue to serve today.
Grandpa, I have always looked up to you. Your leadership and love for the family has always meant a lot to me. I have always felt peace and love in your home. I have great respect for you and love you very much. Thank you for showing me how to love, serve and respect others. Thank you for raising my mom who was able to pass these teachings on to me. Thank you for your strong testimony in the Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you for listening to me when I needed to talk. Thank you for being an example in my life.
I love you!
Carol
Friday, May 24, 2013
5 Favorite Things
30 Things I want my kids to know about me
Day 8
5 of my favorite things
1. Quiet reading time. I love time when I can bury my nose in a book and disappear into another world. It is one of my favorite things to to.
2. Spending time with my family. I like time with my husband, time with my children, and time with my extended family. I love all my family and enjoy the time I get to spend with them.
3. Listening to music. Music is so important to me. It calms me down, motivates me and many other things. Music is such a huge part of my every day life.
4. Running. This is a new favorite thing to do. I like the time to move my body. I like how I feel now that I am tying to exercise regularly. I have more energy, sleep better and overall just feel good.
5. Being at home. I love staying at home. Some times my life gets busy and I am going, going, going. Staying at home is nice because I get to relax and just be at home.
Day 8
5 of my favorite things
1. Quiet reading time. I love time when I can bury my nose in a book and disappear into another world. It is one of my favorite things to to.
2. Spending time with my family. I like time with my husband, time with my children, and time with my extended family. I love all my family and enjoy the time I get to spend with them.
3. Listening to music. Music is so important to me. It calms me down, motivates me and many other things. Music is such a huge part of my every day life.
4. Running. This is a new favorite thing to do. I like the time to move my body. I like how I feel now that I am tying to exercise regularly. I have more energy, sleep better and overall just feel good.
5. Being at home. I love staying at home. Some times my life gets busy and I am going, going, going. Staying at home is nice because I get to relax and just be at home.
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Dream job
30 things I want my kids to know about me
Day 7
What is my dream job and why
My dream job is to be a stay at home mother. My mom was home when we were growing up and I loved the sense of security it gave me. No matter what, she was there if we needed her. Our home was clean and peaceful. Friends like to come there. I always wanted to have that for my children. However, life has taken me in another direction. I have been very fortunate to be able to attend college. So I made sure I chose a career path that I would love too.
So my work outside the home dream job is to be an elementary school teacher. I want to be able to make a difference in these young students' lives. The closer I get to graduation, the more I know I made the right decision. I love being in the classroom and working with them. I love what I do and look forwad to having my own classroom of students.
Day 7
What is my dream job and why
My dream job is to be a stay at home mother. My mom was home when we were growing up and I loved the sense of security it gave me. No matter what, she was there if we needed her. Our home was clean and peaceful. Friends like to come there. I always wanted to have that for my children. However, life has taken me in another direction. I have been very fortunate to be able to attend college. So I made sure I chose a career path that I would love too.
So my work outside the home dream job is to be an elementary school teacher. I want to be able to make a difference in these young students' lives. The closer I get to graduation, the more I know I made the right decision. I love being in the classroom and working with them. I love what I do and look forwad to having my own classroom of students.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
3 Wishes
30 Things I want my kids to know about me
Day 6
3 Wishes
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If I could have 3 wishes what would they be?
This one was hard. I really had to think about it.
So wish number 1
I would wish that I had enough money to pay off all debt and to live comfortably the rest of my life. I would want to make sure my family was taken care of. I don't want a big fancy house and fancy car, just a comfortable lifestyle.
Wish 2
I would wish that my childhood dream of living next door to my best friend would come true. We always wanted to be able to raise our children together and have each other around. Life took us in different directions but we still talk about how much fun it would be to be neighbors.
Wish 3
I would wish that I could teleport. Sometimes I feel I waste so much time driving. I would like to be able to just teleport to my destination and be there. I could spend more time doing important things.
Day 6
3 Wishes
If I could have 3 wishes what would they be?
This one was hard. I really had to think about it.
So wish number 1
I would wish that I had enough money to pay off all debt and to live comfortably the rest of my life. I would want to make sure my family was taken care of. I don't want a big fancy house and fancy car, just a comfortable lifestyle.
Wish 2
I would wish that my childhood dream of living next door to my best friend would come true. We always wanted to be able to raise our children together and have each other around. Life took us in different directions but we still talk about how much fun it would be to be neighbors.
Wish 3
I would wish that I could teleport. Sometimes I feel I waste so much time driving. I would like to be able to just teleport to my destination and be there. I could spend more time doing important things.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Things that make me happy
30 things I want my kids to know about me
Day 5
5 Things that make me most happy right now
1. Spending time with my husband. We have opposite schedules during the school year so it is hard to have quality time with him. When we do though, I love to spend time.
2. Spending time with my children. I love this time as well. We don't do anything fancy but we always have fun doing it.
3. Quiet time to write first thing in the morning. I love being up early to write in my blog. The house is still and I can hear birds chirping. It is a very peaceful time.
4. Reading a good book. Thanks to Goodreads, I have a whole list of books I want to bury my nose in.
5. Daily chatting with my sisters. I try to talk to both of my sisters daily. It doesn't matter what we talk about, we just talk. I love it and miss it when things get too busy.
Day 5
5 Things that make me most happy right now
1. Spending time with my husband. We have opposite schedules during the school year so it is hard to have quality time with him. When we do though, I love to spend time.
2. Spending time with my children. I love this time as well. We don't do anything fancy but we always have fun doing it.
3. Quiet time to write first thing in the morning. I love being up early to write in my blog. The house is still and I can hear birds chirping. It is a very peaceful time.
4. Reading a good book. Thanks to Goodreads, I have a whole list of books I want to bury my nose in.
5. Daily chatting with my sisters. I try to talk to both of my sisters daily. It doesn't matter what we talk about, we just talk. I love it and miss it when things get too busy.
Monday, May 20, 2013
To my 16 year old daughter
Day 4
Dear Daughter,
I want you to know that I love you very much! I am so blessed and thankful to have you as my daughter. You have brought much joy into my life.
I want you to know that I am proud of you. You have many talents that you share and you also work hard. I know being a teenager isn't always easy but you are doing great in life. Keep up the hard work and the things you want for you life will happen.
Have fun and enjoy this time you are young! I love that you think it is cool to hang out with me and look forward to all the fun things we do.
Remember to choose friends wisely that will help you in life. Continue to do well in school and work for your goals.
Most of all, never forget that I love you and will always be here for you.
Love, Mom
Dear Daughter,
I want you to know that I love you very much! I am so blessed and thankful to have you as my daughter. You have brought much joy into my life.
I want you to know that I am proud of you. You have many talents that you share and you also work hard. I know being a teenager isn't always easy but you are doing great in life. Keep up the hard work and the things you want for you life will happen.
Have fun and enjoy this time you are young! I love that you think it is cool to hang out with me and look forward to all the fun things we do.
Remember to choose friends wisely that will help you in life. Continue to do well in school and work for your goals.
Most of all, never forget that I love you and will always be here for you.
Love, Mom
Sunday, May 19, 2013
My relationship with my Husband
Day 3 Describe my relationship with my husband
My husband is my best friend. I love him very much. We have had many goods times and times where we have struggled as a couple. However, we have ALWAYS worked things out. I can talk to him about anything. We have grown closer over the years we have been married. I love how he has supported me going back to school and in whatever decision I make in life. He is a very hard worker.
I love that we can talk, laugh, have fun and be serious. I love his testimony in the gospel. I am thankful every day to have him a part of my life.
My husband is my best friend. I love him very much. We have had many goods times and times where we have struggled as a couple. However, we have ALWAYS worked things out. I can talk to him about anything. We have grown closer over the years we have been married. I love how he has supported me going back to school and in whatever decision I make in life. He is a very hard worker.
I love that we can talk, laugh, have fun and be serious. I love his testimony in the gospel. I am thankful every day to have him a part of my life.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Fears
30 Things I want my kids to know about me
Day 2
3 Legitimate Fears
Today I get to talk about 3 fears I have and explain how they became fears.
Fear number 1! I have a fear of drowning. I do not like to go in large bodies of water over 4 feet deep because of this fear. I can't swim because being in the water almost paralyzes me. I panic and can't breathe. I almost feel like the water is crushing me. I love being on the water in boat or canoe because I feel safe there.
I am not really sure how I got this fear. I don't remember a time in my life when I didn't have it. That said, as I have gotten older, it has gotten better. I used to not like going in over 3 feet deep.
Fear number 2! I fear that if a disaster happens, I won't make it to my children.
This fear happened after I got divorced and the world changed so much. Whenever I think about it though, I always feel peace that I don't need to have this worry or fear. I know that everything will be ok. My children will be fine and I will be there if they need me.
Fear number 3! Public speaking
I do not like speaking in front of a group of people. I can prepare all I want but the second I get up to speak, my mind goes blank and I can't make eye contact. I get sweaty palms and feel like my mouth doesn't want to work.
I really don't know how I got this fear. I suspect that because I have an introverted personality, I don't like it. To overcome the fear, I speak when asked. The more I do it, the better I get.
Day 2
3 Legitimate Fears
Today I get to talk about 3 fears I have and explain how they became fears.
Fear number 1! I have a fear of drowning. I do not like to go in large bodies of water over 4 feet deep because of this fear. I can't swim because being in the water almost paralyzes me. I panic and can't breathe. I almost feel like the water is crushing me. I love being on the water in boat or canoe because I feel safe there.
I am not really sure how I got this fear. I don't remember a time in my life when I didn't have it. That said, as I have gotten older, it has gotten better. I used to not like going in over 3 feet deep.
Fear number 2! I fear that if a disaster happens, I won't make it to my children.
This fear happened after I got divorced and the world changed so much. Whenever I think about it though, I always feel peace that I don't need to have this worry or fear. I know that everything will be ok. My children will be fine and I will be there if they need me.
Fear number 3! Public speaking
I do not like speaking in front of a group of people. I can prepare all I want but the second I get up to speak, my mind goes blank and I can't make eye contact. I get sweaty palms and feel like my mouth doesn't want to work.
I really don't know how I got this fear. I suspect that because I have an introverted personality, I don't like it. To overcome the fear, I speak when asked. The more I do it, the better I get.
Friday, May 17, 2013
30 Things I want my kids to know about me.
Thanks to Pinterest, I found a blog post with ideas for 30 days of writing. http://www.babymakingmachine.com/2012/11/30-things-my-kids-should-know-about-me.html
I love this idea and have decided to do it! So here goes!
Day 1, 20 random facts about me.
1. I love James Bond movies
2. I want to run a 5k someday
3. I don't like the color pink
4. My longterm goals for the future are to become Nationally Licensed as a teacher and earn a Masters degree
5. I don't like to keep a journal so blogging isn't easy for me.
6. I love to walk around the mall with my children
7. May is one of my favorite months in the year
8. I love to eat popcorn
9. I'm currently reading A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
10. I love texting and talking to my sisters daily
11. I think Twizzlers make the perfect road trip snack
12. My lilacs are blooming and that makes me happy
13. I love to bake banana bread but don't like to eat it
14. I would rather clean a toilet then fold laundry
15. I will buy cleaning products based on price and scent
16. I love to walk through a store and touch things because I love how different textures feel
17. Some day I want to raise chickens
18. I don't have a Facebook account but I'm on twitter, instagram and Keek
19. Every year I tell my children they can't grow or get any older. They never listen :)
20. I recently learned how to crochet and love to do it to relax
I love this idea and have decided to do it! So here goes!
Day 1, 20 random facts about me.
1. I love James Bond movies
2. I want to run a 5k someday
3. I don't like the color pink
4. My longterm goals for the future are to become Nationally Licensed as a teacher and earn a Masters degree
5. I don't like to keep a journal so blogging isn't easy for me.
6. I love to walk around the mall with my children
7. May is one of my favorite months in the year
8. I love to eat popcorn
9. I'm currently reading A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
10. I love texting and talking to my sisters daily
11. I think Twizzlers make the perfect road trip snack
12. My lilacs are blooming and that makes me happy
13. I love to bake banana bread but don't like to eat it
14. I would rather clean a toilet then fold laundry
15. I will buy cleaning products based on price and scent
16. I love to walk through a store and touch things because I love how different textures feel
17. Some day I want to raise chickens
18. I don't have a Facebook account but I'm on twitter, instagram and Keek
19. Every year I tell my children they can't grow or get any older. They never listen :)
20. I recently learned how to crochet and love to do it to relax
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Adventures in Running
I have a goal. I want to run a 5k. Not a bad goal since I do like to run and at one part of my life, I was good at it. However, I have not done any formal running, short of chasing children, since I ran track as a Freshman in high school. Enter the couch to 5k program! I downloaded the app to my Ipod and got ready to start. It is a simple program, you follow the program three days a week for 8 weeks. I have already been weight training in the college fitness center so I felt ready.
Week 1. Started off on day one. Completed the whole run. It was a 30 minute jog/walk set. I loved it and felt good. However, sometime during the day, I hurt my Achilles tendon. No idea how. All I know is the next day it really hurt to walk. Took a few days off to rest. Friday came and I felt good so I thought I would try again. Get up to go make dinner, step on a dog toy, and fall. Hard. Huge bruise on my leg and twisted some muscles. No running now. Ok will wait until the next week.
Week 2. Forecast calling for heavy snow on my normal running day. So I decide to switch my workout at the gym day with my running day. Get up, go to school, get sick. End up running a fever and having to go home to rest. Still sick and now have a nasty cough. Still no running.
So far I have completed only one day of training and I have signed up to complete a 5k on May 4. I knew I wasn't going to be ready to run the whole thing by then but I had hoped to be able to run at least half. At this rate, I'll be walking it.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Easter Sunday
Easter was a good day for our family this year. We had a simple dinner of ham, potato salad, garden salad and dinner rolls. I am especially pleased with how the rolls turned out. I made them from scratch. My family loves this recipe and requests it for every major holiday. This time around, I did something different, I made bunny rolls! They turned out so cute!
To start, make your favorite dinner roll recipe. Follow the directions. However, when the recipe says to shape and let rise one last time, just make balls and let them rise. You do not want to shape the bunnies and let them rise again. They will look funny. After the final rising, roll the ball into a long snake. Pinch an end off to roll into a ball for the tail and shape the bunny by twisting it.
Add the tail and place on baking sheet. Bake according to recipe directions.
Aren't they cute?! Next find a cute way to display and enjoy!
These were a hit. I will be making them again.
To start, make your favorite dinner roll recipe. Follow the directions. However, when the recipe says to shape and let rise one last time, just make balls and let them rise. You do not want to shape the bunnies and let them rise again. They will look funny. After the final rising, roll the ball into a long snake. Pinch an end off to roll into a ball for the tail and shape the bunny by twisting it.
Add the tail and place on baking sheet. Bake according to recipe directions.
Friday, March 22, 2013
Tumbleweeds
I love tumbleweeds ( Just ask my sister. I put them up when we are chatting on Skype all the time). I love how happy and carefree they are; bouncing along without a care in the world.
Thanks to a nasty cold front moving in today, I was in tumbleweed heaven as I drove along the interstate heading home. It had been a very tiring morning and I was happy to be in my car. Then I saw them, the tumbleweeds. Lots and lots of them! Bouncing along the field. Oh happy day! I laughed and watched them as I drove by. Some got caught in the fence and others bounced out onto the road. More kept coming. For a moment, I wanted to pull over and be whisked away on the wind too; happy and carefree! Then I came to my senses and drove home.
Image from Google Images
Thanks to a nasty cold front moving in today, I was in tumbleweed heaven as I drove along the interstate heading home. It had been a very tiring morning and I was happy to be in my car. Then I saw them, the tumbleweeds. Lots and lots of them! Bouncing along the field. Oh happy day! I laughed and watched them as I drove by. Some got caught in the fence and others bounced out onto the road. More kept coming. For a moment, I wanted to pull over and be whisked away on the wind too; happy and carefree! Then I came to my senses and drove home.
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Of Trashcans and Rain
I drove down the street today. There they sat, tall and straight, guarding the driveways like little green soldiers. Every week they appear. At the end of the day, they return to hidden places, kept out of sight until the next week. I like them. I like the newness of the green as they standout against the brown and grey of the winter. I love how something so ordinary can catch my eye in the morning as I drive by.
I love spring rains. The fresh, earthy smell is welcome after the cold of winter. Spring rains come with a promise of warmth and color. Everything feels fresher after a good rain shower. Somehow I didn't even mind the gloominess of today. It was raining. I had to feel it gently fall on my head. Breathing in the fresh, clean smell, I found a bit of peace; even in the crowded city.
I love spring rains. The fresh, earthy smell is welcome after the cold of winter. Spring rains come with a promise of warmth and color. Everything feels fresher after a good rain shower. Somehow I didn't even mind the gloominess of today. It was raining. I had to feel it gently fall on my head. Breathing in the fresh, clean smell, I found a bit of peace; even in the crowded city.
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