When I'm sad and feeling down and lonely, I try calling friends to cheer me up. I have noticed many times throughout my life that when I feel like I really NEED someone, no one is available or reachable.
In these times, I know God is telling me to turn towards Him. However, the desire for my friends to physically be there for me or pray for me or quote verses or be a shoulder to cry on is a real and legitimate desire. It is hard and in all honesty, it is also hurtful. I know why He does it, but I hurt by it just the same.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Monday, January 28, 2008
A few more children's books
These are all REALLY easy!
Eric Knight: A devoted collie dog
Roald Dahl: A boy learns about candy
Hans Rey: A mischievous monkey
Felix Salten: A deer in the forest
Johann d. Wyss: A shipwrecked family
Louisa May Alcott: Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy
Surely you knew them all!
Eric Knight: A devoted collie dog
Roald Dahl: A boy learns about candy
Hans Rey: A mischievous monkey
Felix Salten: A deer in the forest
Johann d. Wyss: A shipwrecked family
Louisa May Alcott: Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy
Surely you knew them all!
Friday, January 25, 2008
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Papers, papers and more papers
The fun part of my job is teaching. I love watching light bulbs go off. I love explaining an old concept that is finally understood. I truly enjoy teaching a new concept and watch their faces alight when they understand the first time!
I don't like grading papers.
I don't like grading papers.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
No More Cinnamon Gum!
I heard something on the radio recently. And since I believe everything I hear, period, I decided to abide by it. ;)
Cinnamon gum chewers are not pleasant to kiss. Apparently, there is an unpleasing taste left in the mouth after chewing cinnamon gum. Whomever kisses you, does not enjoy this taste.
I have thrown out all of my cinnamon gum and will buy no more.
Gentlemen, be aware. My mouth is kissable!
Cinnamon gum chewers are not pleasant to kiss. Apparently, there is an unpleasing taste left in the mouth after chewing cinnamon gum. Whomever kisses you, does not enjoy this taste.
I have thrown out all of my cinnamon gum and will buy no more.
Gentlemen, be aware. My mouth is kissable!
Monday, January 21, 2008
Revelation
I had one of those "rock your world" moments last night. It became exceedingly clear to me that I have been praying a certain prayer request with zero expectation for God to answer it with a "yes."
In short, I have been looking at God through my circumstances instead of looking at my circumstances through God. I know that is a cliche, but in this instance it is very true.
I have seen absolutely no signs in my life that God has any intention of answering my prayer the way I desire. That may be the case. He may say, "no." However, I have been expecting Him to say, "no" instead of trusting in His will one way or the other. That is wrong.
I fell asleep last night in conversation with Him. I know I will struggle with this again. I know I will need to continue to look to Him for trust. However, I know He will provide each and every time.
In short, I have been looking at God through my circumstances instead of looking at my circumstances through God. I know that is a cliche, but in this instance it is very true.
I have seen absolutely no signs in my life that God has any intention of answering my prayer the way I desire. That may be the case. He may say, "no." However, I have been expecting Him to say, "no" instead of trusting in His will one way or the other. That is wrong.
I fell asleep last night in conversation with Him. I know I will struggle with this again. I know I will need to continue to look to Him for trust. However, I know He will provide each and every time.
Sunday, January 20, 2008
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