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A Year of Reading: August 2012
i thank heaven somebody's crazy enough to send me a daisy
Here's a patch of daisies for you (Black-Eyed Susans [Rudbeckia hirta], actually)...so I guess that makes me the crazy one. Yup. Feels like that might be true at the end of the first week of school!
When Beth (at Cover to Cover) walked over to hand me a new book about autumn, my first thought was that I was not interested. But I should know by now that Beth only hands me great books! The book she handed me was Awesome Autumn
by Bruce Goldstone. The Subtitle of this book is "All Kinds of Fall Facts and Fun". I opened it up and knew I had to buy it. Immediately. Bruce Goldstone is the author of Great Estimations, Greater Estimations
and 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Days. I love every one of his books and I love this new one too!
Each page in this book is pretty much a stand alone. Each page looks at some different aspect of fall-How Does Autumn Feel? In Autumn, Some Birds Leave Town, What Do People Do In Autumn? etc. The photos on each page make you want to spend a lot of time there. Although some pages are mostly photos and labels, other pages have a great deal of text. Just the perfect amount of text for kids to dig in and read.
This is a gorgeous book that is packed with information. It can be used as a read aloud and it will tie nicely into science units around seasons or weather. I can see younger readers spending lots of time with the book and I can see my upper elementary students reading it from cover to cover. It is filled with so much to look at and to learn.
is now available as an eBook in whole book AND specific grade level Kindle editions.
Why would you want the Kindle edition? Well, if you get the free (FREE) Kindle app for your computer (or iPad), you can project each week's poem for your class to read together and enjoy!
Why else would you want the Kindle edition? You will get it INSTANTLY and be able to start Poetry Friday in your classroom this week!
It's not been a huge reading week. Getting ready for the first day of school has pretty much consumed me this week. But I did fit in a little bit of reading here and there. I've been thinking a lot about nonfiction reading and trying to find books that might make good read alouds or that kids might read that feel a little more like narrative. I find that these books discourage skimming and scanning and kids build stamina with nonfiction with nonfiction narrative.
A book I LOVED this week was Seed by Seed: The Legend and Legacy of John "Appleseed" Chapman by Esme Raji Codell is one of the best books about Johnny Appleseed that I have read. This is a gorgeous picture book that shares the stories and legends about this man. I liked the writing in this one as well as the messages to readers. And the art is gorgeous.
I am a HUGE fan of the Scientists in the Field Series and one that I dug into this week was Extreme Scientists: Exploring Nature's Mysteries from Perilous Places (Scientists in the Field Series). This book takes a look at several scientists who work in dangerous places to do research needed. I enjoyed the story about the storm chaser and I think my students will too. It really shows the research happen when it comes to weather.
Citizen Scientists: Be a Part of Scientific Discovery from Your Own Backyard by Lorree Griffin Burns was another that I think will be a great cover-to-cover read. It tells the story of people who participate in collecting data right in their own areas. The message that everyone is a scientist is a good one.
And a new professional book I just received in the mail that I am anxious to start is Christopher Lehman's Energize Research Reading and Writing: Fresh Strategies to Spark Interest, Develop Independence, and Meet Key Common Core Standards, Grades 4-8. I'm not sure I'll have time to get to it in the next week or two with school starting but I am hoping to dig in soon!
"...I always loved English because whatever human beings are, we are storytellers. It is our stories that give a light to the future. When I went to college I became a history major because history is such a wonderful story of who we think we are; English is much more a story of who we really are. It was, after all, Miss Delaney who introduced the class to My candle burns at both ends; /It will not last the night; /But, ah, my foes, and, oh, my friends— /It gives a lovely light. And I thought YES. Poetry is the main line. English is the train."
This is an excerpt from the prose poem "In Praise of a Teacher" by Nikki Giovvani. The entire poem can be found at The Writer's Almanac. Dori has the Poetry Friday roundup today at Dori Reads.
At A Year of Reading, we are proud members of the Kidlitosphere. We've been blogging since 2006, and can remember when the term Kidlitosphere was invented. Mary Lee's gone to three of the KidLitCons-the original one in Chicago, which started off as kind of a joke, the one in D.C., and the one in Minneapolis. Alas, life and finances will prevent either of us from attending the New York City KidLitCon. Even though the conference is FREE this year. Yes, I said FREE. But don't let that stop YOU! Here are the details (borrowed and modified from the Kidlitosphere Central website):
The sixth annual KidLitCon will be held in the heart of New York City on September 28th and 29th, 2012. It will be held within the main branch of New York Public Library, the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building.
Your host will be Elizabeth Bird of A Fuse #8 Production) along with Monica Edinger (Educating Alice) and Liz Burns (A Chair, a Fireplace, and a Tea Cozy).
In the same vein as last year’s con, the conference is being expanded into two days with a special “pre-conference” on Friday. Friday events will include special visits to the publishers of New York City with blogger previews of their upcoming seasons. Publishers will be assigned on a random basis to all attendees. The final list of publishers is currently being hammered out.
Cost before September 21st:
$0 Saturday Conference $55 Pre-Conference with dinner (special guest speaker: Grace Lin)
Please note that there will be no Saturday dinner. However, there is a possibility of a Kidlit Drink Night that evening. Information to come.
The Pre-con: Includes a dinner.Conference Day: Lunch.
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Here is Room 228 after summer cleaning, but before I really start to make it my own. On the left, cubbies are filled with picture books, poetry, and nonfiction. All of the chapter books are boxed and stacked, along with the shelves, to the right. My first decision -- where will the IWB go? I decide on the board near the TV, back on the left by the window.
I'm starting to get a sense of where the shelves will be. Picture books on the plank and block shelves left of the window and poetry in the white shelf to the right of the window. Nonfiction in the tall shelf to the left, chapter books left and center in the lower shelves. I have moved all of the chairs into the meeting area and will arrange the desks around that empty space.
The big L shaped shelf arrangement took up too much space and blocked the entry path, so it became a J. Four tables of six are ready for students. If I have more than 24 students, there are places at the "office" table straight ahead under the "pink" bulletin board, and at a table behind the camera view to the left, on the tile between the door and the cubbies. (You can see the end of it in the second picture, still stacked with boxes and tubs of books.)
Pretty much ready to go at this point. That corner where the chapter book shelves make their bend turned out to be the perfect place for the clipboards. The tops of the chapter book shelves are lined with tubs of popular series. Yes, I do have a little nook of a desk area in the bottom right corner. I try to take up as little real estate in the classroom as possible (and especially not the prime real estate of the window, in spite of the fact that Room 228 faces the playground and it might [ha--"might"] be a distraction), but I'm not "evolved" enough to give it up completely. I'm going to take everything off the top of the desk that I don't want to share, and it will be another place for a student to work when my computer is over at the IWB. Plus, I have a fun idea for how I want to use that whiteboard beside my desk, and it will require that students have access. (More on that in another post...)
This is the view from the window, looking towards the door -- the opposite view from those above. You can see just a bit of the poetry shelves to the left, then the office table. The built-in shelves along the left wall hold reference books (dictionaries, encyclopedias of all kinds, thesauruses). Next the chalkboard, my desk and shelf, the sink area and the door. Continuing to the right of the door, you see built-in cupboards in the back corner and the table on the tile and the cubbies are back there, but hidden in this picture. Continue around and you see the fiction, nonfiction, IWB, and picture books!
Well, the white board for the IWB (on the left) was longer than the space I left between the tall NF shelf and the picture books. So, the NF shelves moved straight ahead beside the poetry (covering half of that bulletin board...oh, well). Just goes to show that it's a work in progress, right up to the last moment!!
All of these panoramas were made with the Pano app on my iPhone.
As I mentioned in a previous post, NCTE's Annual Convention marks the end of fall for me. I love the start of a new school year--August, September, October. I love getting to know new students and families. I love the weather (not too hot, not too cold), and I am usually fairly organized after summer vacation. Then when it's time for NCTE's annual convention, I am ready for new learning. I am ready to think hard about instruction with this particular group of children in mind. I am excited to pick up new books that this group of students will love. I am ready to reenergize and focus for the remainder of the school year. Absolute perfect timing for me.
So, I tend to get excited about the convention a little earlier than most. I spent some time this weekend really looking at the newest Council Chronicle with the Annual Convention Preview. I also spent a little bit of time online looking at the searchable program. Here are some things I am excited about already:
*There will be an App for the convention program this year. How convenient! A good reason to purchase the iPad mini or the iPhone5 if they becomes reality before convention, don't you think?
*So many of my newest heroes will be there. I am excited about all of the experts around 21st Century Learning such as Sir Ken Robinson (Friday morning General Session) and Will Richardson. I was able to hear Will Richardson for the first time this summer and learned so much. And I've never had the opportunity to hear Sir Ken Robinson speak in person.
*Presenting with Sara Kajder, Teri Lesesne and Donalyn Miller will definitely be a highlight. These girls are brilliant and I always learn so much from them. And they are fun. What better combination is there?
*I will be doing one IGNITE presentation as part of a panel. I am excited about the challenge it will be to create my first real IGNITE presentation for an audience. Harder than it looks, I imagine! And I love the IGNITE sessions. I am especially excited to attend the one on
BUILDING PROFESSIONAL LEARNING NETWORKS--to hear so many smart people in one session sounds too good to be true!
*There are so many great authors at convention this year. A few that I am especially excited about are
Jon Szieszka, Lemony Snicket, David Shannon, and Sherman Alexie!
*The exhibit hall is always great fun. There are lots of great new professional books out around convention time. Kylene Beers' and Bob Probst's new Notice and Note: Strategies for Close Reading
is one I can't WAIT to read. These two are brilliant! And I've heard Penny Kittle share a bit about her upcoming book, Book Love: Developing Depth, Stamina, and Passion in Adolescent Readers, and can't wait to read it!
*I loved Ralph Fletcher's Guy-Write: What Every Guy Writer Needs to Know and a looking forward to his session (with Chris Crutcher) on the topic. *The Day on Early Childhood is always a great day for elementary teachers. I was thrilled to see Vivian Vasquez as the Closing Keynote for that day--LITERACY PRACTICES IN VIRTUAL WORLDS. I purchased her book, Technology and Critical Literacy in Early Childhood, the day it came out but haven't had time to dig in yet. Such an important topic!
*There is a session on THE NERDY BOOK CLUB and a few on NOTABLE CHILDREN'S BOOKS. COMMON CORE and MATH LITERACY are other topics I saw when flipping through the preview.
*Many friends and colleagues are participating in sessions that will be great learning for me.
*Katherine and I plan to run on the strip in Vegas. A little healthy exercise before the day begins. Maybe we'll all wear our Nerdy Book Club running attire? *The exhibits already look like such fun. I am thinking that I should definitely have an empty suitcase for new books for the classroom this year!
*And of course, my favorite part of convention, is always learning informally with others attending the conference. Seeing old friends and meeting new ones--around the topic of literacy education--is always so energizing.
I am sure I won't get to see everything I've listed here and I am certain that I missed lots on my first look through the program. It is never easy to fit in every great learning opportunity at convention. But the possibilities are endless. And this year's conference looks amazing!
By the way, the official hashtag for the NCTE Annual Convention this year is #NCTE12
The last IT'S MONDAY! WHAT ARE YOU READING? of the summer for me:-) Here are a few books that I've enjoyed lately. (Visit Kellee and Jen at TEACH MENTOR TEXTS for the Round Up of posts.)
Think Bigby Liz Garton Scanlon and illustrated by Vanessa Brantley Newton is a book I've looked at and loved a few times. I finally purchased a copy this weekend and think it will be a great one to use to start discussions about things we love to do, things we make, etc. It is meant for a younger audience but I think it will definitely spark great conversations, writing. I love this author and illustrator team!
If You Find a Rock by Peggy Christian is one that I discovered during 10 for 10 Picture Book Celebration. I purchased a copy right away and love it. It is a great book of photographs describing the various kinds of rocks you might find. It goes beyond observation and will be a great one to use as a mentor text in Writing Workshop this year.
C. R. Mudgeon by Leslie Muir is one I picked up because the title made me smile. I think this will be a fun story to use during word study and talking about characters--and how characters' names are often chosen by the author for a reason:-)
National Geographic Kids Chapters: Ape Escapes!: and More True Stories of Animals Behaving Badly is the first in a great new National Geographic Kids series that I just discovered. These are chapter books with true stories about animals. Each story is told in three short chapters. This is engaging nonfiction for middle grade readers. I can't wait for more in this series to become available!
I ordered Annie Sullivan and the Trials of Helen Keller (Center for Cartoon Studies Presents) when I saw it. I've loved the other graphic novel biographies in this series and I enjoyed this one as well. As with the others, the story goes beyond what we already know from other typical stories about Annie Sullivan. I always have so many students who are interested in Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan. I love that I can add another good biography in graphic novel form to the classroom library.
One other biography I loved this week was Words Set Me Free: The Story of Young Frederick Douglass (Paula Wiseman Books). It is a great story about Frederick Douglas written by Lesa Cine Ransome and illustrated by James E. Ransome. The power of reading is a clear theme through the book and the story is one that will engage readers and help them understand some important issues around slavery.
A Plan for Maintaining Running/Exercise Through the Fall
(CROSS POSTED ON READING TEACHERS RUNNING)
I've been slacking, as I am sure you can tell. It's August and I can already see that exercise is getting harder to make time for. As you know, the life of a teacher is a bit crazy. The cycles are very predictable. There are times when we are so busy working and thinking about working that it is hard to be balanced. Then we seem to get a long weekend here or there or a vacation that we just crash for a few days. I have talked to lots of my teacher friends who have not exercised as much as usual during these last few weeks of summer. It isn't just me. And it isn't really about time-I think it is more that our work with children is a job that we think about a LOT--not only when we are at school. So the times when we are overwhelmed and consumed are not necessarily because we are working more physical hours. I think it is more that our brain is constantly thinking about what we can do to make learning better for kids. It is hard to justify exercising when you have a kid whose learning you need to support in better ways.
And the Summer Goals didn't go so well. I did the Color Run but pretty much just walked it and hung out with friends. I decided not to do the COLOR ME RAD (although I will be thinking about my friends who are doing it, friends who I let down, cheering them on from home:-) because the races seem to be a stress for me right now. And I end up getting off of my exercise routine after a big run like that. I lasted about 2 days on Another Mother Runner's June Challenge. I lasted about a week or two with #bookaday. And I am not sure I've finished a book yet in August. My house is clean enough but there are still summer projects that I didn't get to. So, my point is, I am not in some great exercise routine that I just need to keep up. I need to actually bump it up for the fall.
I personally define fall as the time between now and NCTE's Annual Convention. The annual convention to me marks the time when the first parent conferences, first grading periods, first units of study are over. It is usually around that time that the classroom is working well, routines are set, there is strong community. NCTE's annual convention is always kind of a turning point in the school year for me. It moves me from "Beginning of the Year Crazy" to the next phase of the school year. So, to be honest with myself, the beginning of the school year--when it is most difficult to keep up a healthy eating and exercise routine- is not merely the first few weeks. It is really the first 2 1/2-3 months. That is the time I am thinking about in terms of keeping a healthy, balanced life-complete with running and exercise.
Now that I have been honest about all that I didn't do, I have to think about what I did accomplish this summer. I did exercise and although I am in no better shape than I was on June 1, I am not much worse. (a little, but not much)
I have a different attitude about running. Since reading RUNNING FOR MORTALS, I really try to push myself, but not so hard as to hate running. I am going slower and that seems to be a good step for me.
I cleaned my closet and found I have gone down about 1 size. I got rid of lots of clothes and bought a few new things ( a size smaller).
I moved in and organized my classroom. A new role and a new space so a lot of time was spent in the classroom getting organized this summer.
I completed the copyedit of my upcoming Minilessons book with Choice Literacy which will be coming out soon.
I did lots with family and friends.
I tried a few new exercises.
My house is more organized than it was in the spring. (not a ton, but enough..)
I did workshops for Choice Literacy and All Write.
I attended All Write and the Ohio Innovative Learning Conference and learned lots.
I participated in the NCTE Executive Committee retreat in July.
I read about 40 books.
Here's the thing. I tend to over plan and tend to think I can do more than I actually can. I like to do lots of things and I tend to say yes to anything that sounds interesting. I am also not so good at not overdoing. I seem to overdo things because they sound like good ideas at the time. I want to do really good work but not spend time doing worthless things that take lots of time. In teaching, there is always more than can be done but sometimes I over plan, over think when my first idea and plan was best anyway.
So, I am trying to learn how to deal more rationally with my never-ending TO-DO list. I HATE having things to do that I am not doing. I have trouble relaxing or having fun when I know there is something I should be doing. I cannot pace well--I like to get everything done all of the time. Clearly, this does not work. Last year, I found a system that seemed to work. I plotted out my to-do things by week so that I could spread out my to-do list a bit. That seemed to help. But with school starting, my lists are again becoming unrealistic.
I do not give myself much time to do the things I enjoy by myself...baking, exercise, reading, etc. Then I get very cranky.
And one more thing--Ialready have a full fall planned:
I am starting with a new class of 4th graders in a week. I am VERY excited about this and having been out of the classroom for 4 years, I want to give it lots of time.
I am participating in two sessions at NCTE that I'll need to prepare.
I am doing a one-day Choice Literacy workshop in Maine in October. I'll be gone for most of that weekend.
I will participate in the yearlong Literacy Connection.
I oversee the district new teacher/mentor program.
There are things like curriculum night, Ana's curriculum nights., parent conferences, first trimester school events, etc.
Ana turns 13 this year so there are birthday parties to plan.
So, even if I don't add one more thing, I am busy enough. So this fall, I am giving myself permission to say no to things I enjoy but don't really have time for. For example, Jack Gantos is speaking in Columbus in a few weeks. I would LOVE to hear him. Cover to Cover has several authors coming this fall who I will want to hear. There are Saturday local workshops that sound interesting. Writing group is meeting. There will be blog events and other things. I have gotten better at saying no to things I don't want to do, but this fall, to keep up with exercise, I am going to try to say no to work/literacy related things that I WANT to do, but just don't realistically have time for.
I also found that adding a 4th run to my weekly goal was too much for me. I actually ran less because I had no flexibility in the schedule. 3 runs is perfect and then if I can fit a 4th in, great.
I find that I like to do the extra work but not on a set schedule..Too many scheduled events make down time and exercise time hard to find. I am learning this about myself slowly. When I am too scheduled, even with things I love to do--exercise is the first thing to go.
So, here is how I will measure balance each week this fall--these are the questions I hope I can say yes to every week.
Did I exercise 3-6 days per week? (ideally 3 days of running and 3 days of something else.)
Did I do really good work?
Did I have fun? Did I do some things for myself (read a good book, spend time with friends, etc.)
Did I get some non-work things accomplished (laundry, cook dinners, etc.)
Was I organized for the week?
Did I spend time with my family?
Do I have energy? Did I have enough down time to remain positive?
Originally, I decided that I would schedule fall. I would decide on 3 days to run in the mornings, 2 days to go to Harbor Yoga for a hot yoga class, and one day to do something else. And I would stick with it all fall. But then I reflected. And I realized that every week is different and what worked best for me last winter was looking at my week each Sunday and planning accordingly--it was easy to decide when I could plug in exercise each week. Rather than skip a workout because I had a meeting after school, planning each week as they come up gives me a better chance of exercising lots.
I am still debating on doing the PUMPKIN RUN. My gut says to sign up and make this the 5K that I actually complete and enjoy. I haven't totally decided yet because I haven't had the best luck with races and since I am still running a 15-16 minute mile, I am worried about being too slow for a race that is really about running.
Ideally, I'll run 3 days (2 in the morning before school and 1 long run on Saturday) and I'll go to yoga twice. And then once a week, I am hoping to walk with friends or do something low-key.
That's my plan. I'll keep you posted....
Pomelo Books, 2012 -- official release date September 1
The PFA by the numbers:
218 previously-unpublished poems by
75 poets.
36 poems for each grade level K-5 -- one for each week of the school year.
5 quick tips for each poem: bringing the poem to life, ways to read the poem with your students, open ended discussion prompts, a specific language arts or poetry skill that fits the poem, and a connection to another poem in the anthology or a different poetry book.
6 grade levels, all sharing poetry on the same theme every week throughout the year. The Week 1 poem in each grade level is related to the theme of "School." Week 8, where you will find my poem (squee!!!) "Bluejay Sings Two Different Songs," has the theme "In the Air." Week 26, K-5, is "Nonsense" week. Let's plan ahead for that one!
PLUS lots of poetry resources, and a special nod to Poetry Friday in the Kidlitosphere.
Teachers, you will want this book. You will need this book. You will USE this book.
Three cheers for Poetry Friday -- on the blogs, in the book, and coming soon to classrooms across the country!!
As for the roundup...I'll put together an informal one HERE. Don't worry about sending me links. I'll do a Google blog search and find you!
Where do You Get Your Ideas: Options for the Writing Studio
In your writing studio, there are always going to be those days when (or those kids for whom) "I don't have anything to write about" is the song of the day.
Because I personally know how helpful it is choose a photo from my iPhoto as a writing prompt, I will have a basket full of pictures cut from magazines and catalogs for students to choose from if they need a visual prompt.
I will share the strategy of picking a random word from the dictionary as a way to get the writing ideas flowing.
And I will introduce these two resources:
Templar Books (Candlewick Press), 2012
This is one set of cards in a series that includes cards that help you write a story that has fairy magic, is a legend of the sea, or is set in a haunted house. There is also a basic storytelling box.
Each card has an illustration of a character, a setting, a creature, or a prop on the front. On the back is a bit of information about the front of the card, and some open-ended questions to get the writer or storyteller thinking and imagining. The set comes with an instruction booklet that emphasizes that there is no right or wrong way to use the cards. They can be used by one person or a group; they can be used one at a time, or in combination; they can be used for acting, as well as for writing...the possibilities are endless.
Each of the seven terrifying tours in this book (The Ghostly Galleon Cruise of the Seven Seas, Land of the Mythical Monsters, Roundup of the Western Terror-tories, Tour of the Wicked Woods and Witchfield Village, Trip Through Transylvania, Sleepwalking Tour of Nightmare House, and Museum of Haunted Objects) begins with some information about the setting and directions for the tour.
There is a labeled cut-away diagram of the Ghostly Galleon to go with the Ghostly Galleon Cruise, and the maps for the Sleepwalking Tour of Nightmare House and the Museum of Haunted Objects are labeled cut-aways of the house and museum. Every map is gridded with numbers and letters around the edges, and of course, they each have a map key, including a scale that matches the map (1/2 Hercules Strides for the Land of Mythical Monsters map). Here is a sample of the directions from the Land of Mythical Monsters:
Begin the tour at Athena's Temple (E3). Look for the peak of Mount Olympus to the west (G4, H4).
Follow the footpath from Athena's temple southwest for 3 Hercules strides to Heras Secret Garden (J3).
Then travel east 2 Hercules strides for a stop at the Stables of King Augeas, site of Hercules's big cleanup (G2). Then head southeast 1 1/2 Hercules strides to Nemea (E1). Watch for the famous lion.
Even if a writer did not want to tell the story of the tour in the book, each of the maps gives him/her a rich setting with which to begin a story...or a mentor text for their own imaginative maps and tours!
Hopefully these two resources will help some of our writers get "unstuck" this year!
" 'I like kites.' But he wanted to say so much more. He wanted to tell Mr. Jacobs about the kite battle he had to miss because he'd moved to America. He wanted to explain that the dragon kite was the first one he had made himself. Well, mostly himself--Grandfather had helped a little. He wanted to say that grandfather was a rokkaku champion and Hiroshi's best friend. And that he hoped Grandfather would get better soon so they could keep flying kites together. 'Yes,' Hiroshi repeated. 'I like kites.' "


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Trauma Treasures: December 2010
December 31-2010 Book
We have now completed chapter 12 of our book called "2010". What is written in your book? We each have a story. Life was different for each of us, at least we each have had a personal experience in each chapter. The focal point for me was that even though suffering is very hard, it is also good for me. Times of suffering is when we pray more, and draw closer to God. Another important factor is that I can trust God no matter what! He is faithful and right. He is good.
Romans 8:28 "ALL things work for good to those who love Him and are the called according to His purpose."
All things, meaning all things. So what we may think is bad, God will turn it to good. We need to learn what God calls good. Happy New Year to all!! Praying God gives you many blessings in this next year.
December 30-Our Anchor
Each day I ask God what I should share. We only have 1 day left of 2010. Many people are hoping 2011 will bring a change from 2010. This has been a difficult year, not only for us, but for many others. People have lost homes, family members, lost good health, a wayward child, and the list goes on. But in all this, we can trust God.
Hebrews 6:19 "This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil..."
I am starting to read the book by David Jeremiah, When Your World Falls Apart. This verse is in the forward. Our hope in Jesus is our anchor. Actually it is the only anchor in this fallen world. Hope is God is sure and steadfast. This anchor does not move! What a comfort this brings.
This morning when I heard the news of the 4.2 earthquake in Indiana, I was shocked. This was where my mother and sister and her husband live. There was a lot of flash memories. There was no damage, but the houses shook a lot. We need this anchor as never before. This world will pass away. But God's word NEVER! He will be true.
December 29-My Mind on Him
Toys picked up, grandkids in bed, and the house is quiet. This verse came to mind. Perfect peace. How often my mind is not resting in perfect peace. Worry. Oh no!! That is when my mind is not on Jesus. My mind has wandered to the cares of the day. I'm usually wondering how everything will be completed in time. I don't know why I do this. If I keep my mind on Him, then everything will get done that needs doing.
The question is—have I done all that needs to be accomplished this year? What was on my "schedule" that God didn't put there? A long time ago a pastor said "If we say we don't have enough time to do all God's work then we are doing things that God didn't call us to do." That sums it up. All God's work is important, but I can't do it all. My mind must be fixed on Him then peace will come.
I would remind you that there are great blessings in keeping our mind on Him and doing the work of the Lord!!
December 28-Enjoy the Quiet
This has been a long difficult year for so many people. So many hurting hearts. So many tired. Tonight I feel "brain tired." So much to do and so little energy to accomplish it. But God....yes, God has not forgotten us. He is walking right along with us, well He leads the way. I'm picturing the sheep by the still water, with green grass and a Shepherd who cares for His sheep. He leads them where they need to be. Many times He wants to lead us to the still waters but we have so much "to do" we just don't have time to enjoy the quiet.
The Christmas rush is past. Breathe deep. Enjoy the quiet. Let the New Year flow in with peace and calm. Let's praise God as this year draws to a close, and reach forth with joy to start the New Year. The most comforting words to me right now are "The Lord is my shepherd." He truly is. He has everything I need.
We are blessed. Share it with someone.
December 27-New Year Resolution
Today I talked to Patrick! Great blessing and so good. Cholera is in the villages. But a very interesting thing...the village about 3 hours walking distance from Mayette has it. About 2 weeks ago 5 people had died. Then it started in the village of Daryol. This is an hour walk from Mayette. One person died there. THEN cholera skipped Mayette and started in a village about a 15 minute walk from Mayette!! All the people in Mayette are using charcoal on a daily basis. Mayette has a strong church in the village also.
For those of you who don't know, charcoal is has many medicinal values, one of which it works as a magnet to draw out bacteria. It is great for diarrhea. This is a blessing, as the clinic did not have enough medicine to treat all the patients.
If you are contemplating on a New Year resolution, how about this:
"See that no one renders evil for evil to anyone, but always pursue what is good both for yourselves and for all. Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." 1 Thessalonians 5:15-18
December 26-Christmas is Past
I was so blessed this morning in the service when Pastor Carl reminded us how each event before and after the birth of Christ was right on time to the exact moment. How is it that Simeon was at the temple at the moment when Mary and Joseph took Jesus to the temple for dedication. Was it happen chance? Absolutely not!
Now with Christmas past, it is time to reflect on the year and look forward to a new year. This year, 2010, has been a very difficult one for many people. What have I learned through this year? Has it drawn me closer to the Lord, or pulled me away? As I reflect on the year, my first thought it "How did I get through the year?" With the quake, doctors, learning how to walk, and learning to live a new normal. The only answer I have is if it weren't for the grace of God, it would never have been possible.
Pray for Patrick in Haiti. Pray for us as we continue to search housing in Miami. God bless you
December 24-Who is a Friend?
Hebrews 1:3 says that the Son is the radiance of His Father's glory. That is a powerful statement, and we are to radiate the light of Jesus to the world.
During the holiday season we see many decorative lights, beautiful lights. Growing up we never had lights neither a tree. That didn't stop us from having a wonderful, fun-filled Christmas. Presents were meager, but we were happy. Today a friend brought me a gift—a musical glass globe with an angel inside. Beautiful. The script on the base was "A friend is one who takes your hand and touches your heart." That is a friend. I love my friends. You touch my heart. Thank you for making this a special Christmas.
Jesus did that for me. He took my hand and touched my heart. He is my best friend. Have a blessed Christmas.
December 23-Give the Best Gift
The holiday is upon us now. I am sitting here remembering Christmases past. When Rachel and Agape were small, we encouraged them every Christmas to go through their toys and share a toy with someone that has none. We lived in Haiti, and Christmas wasn't a big holiday. But Rachel especially loved Christmas and loved to give. It was always interesting to see what toys they chose to give away. Many times they chose more than one, and they chose the child they wanted to give their gift to.
One year Rachel came to me and had her doll that her grandma had given her several years prior. This is a special doll, it was from her grandma. When she told me she is giving it to someone, I tried to convince her that there must be another gift she could choose. But she was determined. I heard a still small voice, "Don't quench the giving spirit of a child." I was ashamed. She had chosen her best toy. Sacrificial giving.
God's gift to us was His best! Christmas blessings to all.
December 22-Unculteral Christmas
Only 3 more days before Christmas. Are we counting? I wonder if Mary was counting until her baby would be born. Was she wondering if she would have a "normal" delivery since her the inception of her pregnancy wasn't "normal". She knew her baby was the Messiah. I can't even imagine what those 9 months would have been like. Then came the night in the barn with the animals. And soon after the smelly shepherds off the fields who received the baby announcement. Everything about Jesus birth was out of cultural context. Yet it was so according to prophesy. I am sure Mary had to change her way of thinking just a bit.
So this Christmas don't feel like you need to be celebrating according to culture. Jesus truly is the reason for celebrating. Not the tree, presents, table full of food. It is all about Jesus. Without His coming there would be no true celebration.
Share the best gift—JESUS.
December 20-A timely Word
The Word of God, the Bible, is a most precious gift. I remember many years ago in Haiti, when the village I was working in received the first pages of the Bible in their own language—Creole. It wasn't even a whole book, just a few pages. It was like a million dollars to them. Is this such a precious gift to me?
It's amazing that I can read it many times and yet every time I read there is something new. God is just like that. He gives us His Word for the moment. How blessed we are. Today the Word is praising. Praising Him in all things. Praising Him when the pain doesn't stop. His Word is filled with verses of praise. Today would be that sacrifice of praise. That praise that doesn't come easy. But God provided a couple dear friends with whom I had lunch. A diversion of pain.
What is your favorite verse? Your word came to Mary, Joseph, the shepherds and many others. Praise the Lord for His Word.
December 18-Not so Silent Night
When we read the story of Jesus' birth, there are many aspects of it that makes me wonder how it really was. What was Mary really thinking when the angel approached her with this ministry of birthing the Lord? Then the song Silent Night. The writer of that song must have had another experience for that song, and it not being the night of the Savior's birth. The town of Bethlehem was anything but silent and calm. Can you imagine a town so full of people there is no hotel space, and only a barn left for Mary and Joseph? When there is an event in the village in Haiti and people ride in on their donkeys, it is not quiet. Donkeys are braying. Everyone is talking and trying to find a spot to sleep.
Then there are the gifts the magi brought probably months later, as the Bible says they came to the house and saw the child. What did Mary think when she saw the gifts? She surely knew what the gifts were normally used for: frankincense was used to give sweet odor in the court of the Tabernacle for sin offering.
Myrrh was used for embalming before burial. Wouldn't a mother think this a strange gift at the worship of her baby?
Then gold—used as gifts for royalty. And it was used in the decor of the temple that Solomon built.
These gifts told the story of Jesus' life. Did Mary remember these gifts as he suffered for the sins of the people? Did she remember when they took the spices for burial? Did she remember the gold when He ascended into Heaven?
December 17-Ability to Think, A Gift
I better do this while it is still "today" because in 15 minutes it will be tomorrow. I'm just thinking...that is a gift—the ability to think. How many people are not able to do so, at least not to think clearly. Minds are ruined with drugs and sin. In Romans chapter 1, we see where God gives us over to reprobate minds when we refuse to thank Him and repent of our sins.
Thinking is a wonderful gift. Let's use it for God's glory. Thinking is where dreams begin, where Praise comes from, where decisions are made, and the list goes on. Isn't it wonderful that God did not make us robots!!
I'm thinking of all my friends, my family and how truly blessed I am!! I love you all. I'm also thinking about the verses I read this morning in Isaiah 50:8 (?) where God speaks of men lighting their own torch. The result of that lighting is to be on a bed of suffering. What I reflected on was He wants to light our torch, He wants to be our light, our guide. He will shine that torch on the right path.
What have you been thinking of today?
December 16-A Call
Tonight our gift is a call.
Jeremiah 33:3 "Call on me in prayer and I will answer you. I will show you great and mysterious things which you still do not know about."
Patrick called this evening from Haiti. It was so good hearing from him. Even though he hasn't been gone long, it was still good to hear his voice.
God gives us the gift to call on Him. Not only may we call on Him, He promises to answer us. This is more than a phone call. This is a prayer. Perhaps our cell phones are used more often than our prayers.
I am so thankful that I can call on God night or day. He is waiting with open ears and arms to receive me. He doesn't put me on hold (well sometimes it seems like it). There isn't a texting message, except for the Bible. Not a voice mail, or just not answering because He checks who it is, sees it is me again, so conveniently hangs up. No, He hears our prayers and our calls. He answers. He loves us.
December 15-God's Faithfulness
Patrick is now in Haiti. Tomorrow (today) I will be fitted for my permanent prosthesis. I am so ready!! Sleep is eluding me. One of those nights when my brain won't stop, I mean I don't want it to stop, but take a rest would be nice.
God's faithfulness is the gift for today. We can count on His faithfulness. But can He count on me? No,without Him I can do nothing, There is so much on my "plate" right now and no energy to accomplish it. I guess because I have no way to accomplish what "I think" needs to happen. Exodus 14:13-14 "Do not fear! Stand firm and see the salvation of the Lord that he will provide for you today; for the Egyptians that you see today you will never, ever see again. The Lord will fight for you, and you can be still.” This is what I need today. Stand firm..see what God will do. So many times I get in the way of God's plan...thinking He needs my help. God is fighting for me. I see a battle raging. I don't see the outcome, except I know God has promised victory.
If you are in the midst of a battle, stand still. God is fighting for you too.
God is faithful! He can be trusted. God bless you.
December 14-Today is His Gift to Me
Eleven days until Christmas. Each day is a gift God gives us. What we do with that gift is our responsibility. God leads us in the way. Each day we have the privilege of living that day for God's glory. Today I didn't do so well. I really wanted to have more energy, a better leg to walk on so that I could help Patrick prepare for Haiti. This morning there were no suitcases packed yet (that's been my job for years), errands to run and he left for Miami this afternoon. I did help pack suitcases but not without pain. He helped as well. Together we accomplished the job.
The bright side is that I can walk, I am not using my walker, and I am not living in a tent. But you see, satan would have me concentrate on the painful side of life instead of on the Lord. Pray for Patrick. Pray for protection against cholera. Pray the violence won't start again. Thank God for your "today". God bless you
December 12-He Gives Me Rest
So tired...physically, mentally, emotionally. It is at these moments when everything seems to be going the wrong direction. Satan is there to offer discouragement, disappointment, anything to get my eyes off Jesus. Meetings tomorrow, Patrick to Haiti on Wed. Casting for the permanent prosthesis on Thurs. Trying to find housing for our move to Miami. And this is Christmas season? I'm really not complaining, I'm just saying...
But Jesus calls me unto Him with the promise He will give me rest. I can nestle in His arms and relax. I can trust Him to take all my cares upon Him. Knowing this, brings comfort and confidence that yes, all will be well even if I don't see it yet. The offered gift today is rest. In this season of busyness, preparing for the holidays, rest seems to elude most people. Shopping, baking, festivities, family, programs, and the list goes on. So fun, so much joy. Even in this, we need rest. Jesus says, to come to Him and He will give us rest. Take that gift and enjoy it!! There is no better rest than in Jesus. I see that gift wrapped with His arms!!
December 11-Patience
This month is passing quickly. Or so it seems. There are still the same hours in a day and the same minutes in an hour. What will it be like when we are not scheduled to time? That is the reason we get impatient with God. We think He is on the same time as we are, and He is not limited to time. He works on a total different schedule than you and I. So that is a gift...patience...we just have a difficult time putting it into practice. God has given us to the ability to have patience, so we have this gift which we really feel incapable of using, yet it is available. Maybe patience is like that gift you receive and yet really don't like. So you put it in a corner and forget about it. Every once in a while you look at it and shake your head, wondering why in the world someone thought you needed it.
Well God is different. He knows we need patience. He knows we don't like it, but also knows as He gives us trials and we start using it, we will eventually realize the value of patience...patience with joy that is.
December 10-A Forever Friend
Today our gift is friends. John 15:15 "I no longer call you slaves, because the slave does not understand what his master is doing. But I have called you friends, because I have revealed to you everything I heard from my Father."
Many of us love investing time in friends. We love to share heart issues (especially us ladies). And secrets! Oh how difficult to keep secrets from our best friends. It is fun to surprise our friends with gifts. I love to meet and make new friends. Not replace old one. I love my faithful friends from years gone by. But am always excited to add another to my list.
Jesus said we are His friends. How do we know that? Because He has shared the Father's heart with us. Everything we need to know for life is written in His love letter to us...The Bible. How wonderful. The greatest thing about this love letter is that every time I read it, I find something new. We have a forever friend. He will keep our secrets, show us the way and bless us more than we can imagine!! What more could we want in a friend!!
December 9-Peace
I just finished reading a news post about the destruction in Haiti because of the presidential election. When I see Haiti in such an upheaval, being destroyed by tire burning, rock throwing and killing each other, it is most difficult to think of Christmas holidays. What a contrast!! Isn't that the contrast—light versus the darkness. There is so much darkness all around. We are the only light the world sees. Let's shine that light this Christmas season. I've been trying to remember how we celebrated last year. I cannot remember it, except I think we had a dinner for the first time in our newly painted dining room with a new (for us, but used and beautiful that Patrick had found downtown) table and chairs for the dining room. But only a few short weeks after that it was all destroyed in the quake.
Peace, yes that is the gift for tonight. Peace. When all around us there is unrest, we have Peace! Thank you Lord
December 8-Christmas Spending
Today I have been paying bills. Then I was thinking...this month people probably spend more than any other time of year. We spend with what we don't have. At the end of the month, if not before, a sizable debt is accrued on credit cards. The bills come, and Holiday spirit is gone.
I don't mean to crush the holiday spirit, But we are commanded to do all for His glory. I am reminded of an incident many years ago in Haiti. But one I haven't forgotten. Patrick wasn't home, and someone knocked at the gate. When I opened the gate, a lady tried her best to convince me that we had met and I knew her. I began to feel quite foolish that I couldn't remember her. Then she proceeds to tell me this awful experience that is going on in her family. She was desperate. I didn't have money to help her, but felt so badly for her. I called a good friend, told him the story, and he said if I have money I can take from another fund he would replace it for me. So I did.
When Patrick returned I told him what happened. He was thinking about it, then said, "Barb, God will never ask you to help someone if He hasn't provided the means with which to accomplish it. I remembered the look in her eyes, and knew I had been deceived. Her story was not truth. In saying this, I'd challenge you—if you don't have the money then God hasn't asked you to buy it.
Jesus paid my debt. He is satisfied with that payment. It was costly for the Father and Son. Yet they deemed it worthy! I am forever grateful for His Grace and Mercy!!
December 7-He Has Done Great Things
Luke 1:46-55 is Mary's praise song to the Lord when she was told she will carry the Messiah. She was very young, but we see in this song that she also was educated according to the Jewish laws. She knew who God was. She knew what He had performed in the past. But what really impresses me are these verses:
"For from now on all generations will call me blessed, because he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name; from generation to generation he is merciful to those who fear him."
She knew she was vital in the coming of the Messiah. I think many times God calls us to be a vital part of His kingdom but it passes us by. During Christmas season, is it possible that Jesus appears to us in various ways, but we don't realize it? How about the lonely one who has no family? Those who are hungry, but they do not get invited to the scheduled Christmas banquet. This would definitely be an interruption to our family dinner, really?
I'm hoping that some churches are having banquets and inviting those in the "highways, byways"—the fatherless, homeless, poor, the widows. There probably is a lot more of this being done than what I'm aware of. I think this would be God's way of celebrating Christmas. The angels didn't go to the churches to announce Jesus' birth, but to the rejected shepherds working in the field.
December 6-A Christmas Memory
Can the clay as the potter "What are you doing?" No, and neither may I ask my Potter the same question. I want to trust Him without the details.
Christmas holds so many memories. One Christmas so many, many years ago is quite vivid. That year my mom and dad gave me a Bible Story book. The pictures were in black and white, but then I didn't even know they should have been in color. I couldn't read it very well. So I sat on my daddy's lap and he started reading to me. Every day I wanted to hear another story.
When I was a child, Christmas was about reading the christmas story in the Bible. Then play games, color with our dad, and eat candy which my parents made a few days prior to the holiday.
I might add, I had that story book until January 2010. Yes, it got lost under the rubble. But praise the Lord, the stories are hidden in my heart. The rubble cannot take it away.
I hope you have a good Christmas memory.
December 5-Filled Stockings
Worship...so awesome today at church. Communion was special. Message a challenge.
My heart breaks for those who do not yet know the Lord. There is a great peace and satisfaction in knowing Him and serving Him. He is amazing. He is our Redeemer.
My heart is in conflict with this, so thankful for peace, but so sad for those who have no peace. So perhaps that is a great gift from God...a burden...for if there is no burden then there is no prayer. Thank you for giving me a burden, Lord.
I just found the following quote. I must say I had never thought to thank God for legs. "
When we were children we were grateful to those who filled our stockings at Christmas time. Why are we not grateful to God for filling our stockings with legs?" ~G.K. Chesterton
God's love is overwhelming!!
December 4-Expectations
Expectations. Christmas season has many expectations. We have our ideas of what we want, who we want to spend the holidays with, and what gifts we plan to give. When the angel appeared to Mary, she was not expecting that. Neither did she plan to have to tell her fiance that she is pregnant, and not by man but by God. How about telling her mother that? Although this happened nine months before his birth, I can imagine what a "blow" that was to the family and Joseph. Actually at that time the law had commanded stoning for adultery. But God...He is greater than the law, than the community, and the expectations of people.
God had it all in place and perfect timing years before it happened. And Mary was approached by the angel at the right moment. God has your "christmas" all in place. If we trust Him, it will be so much more than we can plan. In the 29 years that I lived in Haiti, I do not remember spending a Christmas with family in the states. I may stand to be corrected in this. Most haitians never get a gift for Christmas, and seldom have a christmas dinner. Yet they are happy.
Let's be thankful this holiday season. God is so good. Mary sang a worship song to her Lord...Luke 1:46-55
December 3-Suffering, God's Gift
Sleep has eluded me, so I will talk with you a few minutes. We are now in chapter 12 in our personal book titled "2010". What is written in your first 11 chapters? Although our stories may be different, the main figure in our book should be the same-Jesus Christ. Without Him, there is not story of value. We all have memories of this year, some more vivid than others. Although some memories we'd like to forget let's remember that God promises that all things are for our good. Once again I remind you that although we do not understand what happens to us, we can rest assured that God sees it for our good. He love you and me.
I read the following quote today, and think it is a good thought as we live the last month of this year. "Many of us crucify ourselves between two thieves—regret for the past and fear of the future." Fulton Oursler
Regret and fear can paralyze us. Let's give our past to the Lord, and trust Him for the future.
I will be bold and say, "One of God's gifts to us is suffering". Let's not waste the pain.
December 2-God's Perfect Gift
Yesterday I mentioned the best gift God gave us. There is a 2nd part to that gift--me receiving it. We all have done it, received a gift and returned it. Maybe we didn't return it to the giver, but to the store. Why did we do it? It wasn't the right size, color, or we just didn't need it.
God's gift was perfect in every way. We don't always see that because we need to sacrifice our flesh to it. Why would we not accept this Perfect Gift. He is all we need. God has sent us all He had and the best of Him.
So today think about accepting the gift and why you would want to reject it. If you haven't already accepted Jesus as your gift for life, I would encourage you to do so today. After all, it is the season for receiving gifts, and giving them.
December 1-Giving Rather than Receiving
The holiday month has started. Thoughts go to shopping, decorations, festivities, etc.
Since I'm not much of a holiday type of person, I will share some things each day that have been special during Christmas.
Today I remember one of the most fun christmases I have had: My sister and I filled a box of groceries and goodies and gave it to a pastor family who were in a financial situation during that time. When they received the box, they cried. Isn't it so much more fun to give than receive?
That is what God did, He gave...He gave the best of what He had...His own son. What would be the best gift you could give to someone? Think about it...why don't you?

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I too should resolve these things.
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Hits In The Car: This and That plus some That and This...
Been really busy at work the past couple of days, as I needed to prepare various materials for, what turned-out to be, a lengthy meeting yesterday. I’ve said it before and certainly don’t mind repeating it; I hate (H A T E) when the inferior things in life (work) start interfering with the important stuff (music and blogging). But work pays the bills, so I guess one has to give it top priority every now and then.
This is old news already, but I still believe it is worth mentioning that Green Day will finally follow-up American Idiot, as 21st Century Breakdown will be out in May. American Idiot was really nothing less than absolutely fantastic, but nonetheless I’ve decided to tone down my expectations to a very minimum, as those “risk of getting hugely disappointed” signs are out!
+ American Idiot (via Better Propaganda in case some nitpicker will argue that I'm not allowed to post it)
Jonas Jonsson, a.k.a. the man behind superb Swedish one-man project Bedroom Eyes, is currently spending lots of time in Norway recording a debut album. Apparently the location of the studio Ocean Sound Recordings is very scenic, so hopefully this will influence both the songwriting and the production. No words on when the album will be out or who’s expected to release it, though one could suspect that he plans to do it himself. The two previously released 4-track EP’s Valentine Vacancy and Embrace In Stereo are still free to download from the official webpage.
+ Motorcycle Daydream (Embrace In Stereo)
+ Norwegian Pop (Valentine Vacancy)
Still working on getting into the newly released Feel.Love.Thinking.Of. album by Faunts. I'll refrain from saying that I'm disappointed, as I'm not sure what my expectations really were. Though I probably didn't anticipate this to be something requiring time and work?
Play People’s 7” vinyl single featuring the immensely catchy Goes Out will finally be out on Cloudberry Records on February 28. The band sorts of celebrate this by adding the brand new and equally catchy track Feel Good to their Myspace player. Streaming only I’m afraid.
+ Goes Out
More tonight... I hope!
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~Pink Painted Lady~: The Festival hopping has begun!
Well,we went to our 1st festival of the season yesterday and it's one of many more to come over the next couple of months.There were actually like 3-4 going on but we went to the closest one to us. We've gone almost every year for at least 15 years or more.It's always super hot and insanely crowded but so much fun.The smells of all that wonderful greasy food and the quaint little craft booths.(I didn't go overbaord,just a BBQ sandwich and some fried shrooms)There's tons of stuff for the kids to do as well. My oldest son decided he had to go with his friends for the last 2 years and this time my oldest daughter seemed to cringe every time one of hers went by and saw her with (yikes!) her family!!!The weather this year was actually much cooler than it usually is and that made it more enjoyable.I look forward to these festivals all year and it's one sure sign that fall is coming.I think we have 2 on the agenda for next weekend!My family at the Festival~(oldest son not seen due to humiliation/has to look cool factor)
Hi Amy!Thank you so much for stopping by for a visit! I'm so happy you ran across my blog. I've enjoyed reading though your blog and getting to know you & your lovely family a little. Love the photos of your daughter with the horse, nice photography Amy! I'm going to try your crock pot apple butter, sounds so easy. We love good apple butter and cherish it when we have some. Please stop by again and you can be sure I'll be stopping back to see you!!Hugs, Sherry


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Utopian Guardian
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Translated Guardian of Hope
If a face-up card(s) you control would be destroyed, you can detach 1 Xyz Material from this card instead. When an opponent's Effect Monster effect activates: You can detach 1 Xyz Material from this card; negate the effect.
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Studies Come First at CU_but Football Isn't Forgotten - The Washington Post
Studies Come First at CU_but Football Isn't Forgotten
Every Thursday, the Catholic University football team goes through its offensive drills without freshman starting quarterback Tony Gallis. Gallis has a lab and says he would get more heat from Coach Joe Pascale for skipping the class than for skipping practice.
Gallis, ranked among the top 10 NCAA Division III quarterbacks for much of the season, did not go to Catholic University chiefly to play football. He went there to get a pre-med degree. Like most CU football players, none of whom receive athletic scholarships, he plays football as his class schedule allows.
Pascale dictates the academic priorities, and in his 10 years at Catholic, only four players have not received degrees. But Pascale was less than happy earlier this season when Gallis, then the third-ranked passer in the nation, and running back Chris Veno skipped a scrimmage scheduled on an open Saturday to go home for the weekend. Pascale suspended both for the next game, against St. Francis. Catholic won, 7-3.
Gallis' decision to go home, knowing the consequences, left some teammates with hard feelings.
"We had plans to go home for three weeks," said Gallis, who has completed 93 of 181 passes and thrown for 10 touchdowns. "Some of the players were upset, and that's understandable. They thought we were letting them down. But after the game was over, everyone came up and said, 'It will be good to have you back.' "
The ups and downs of the season have not changed Gallis' attitude toward pre-med. He still goes to Thursday lab instead of practice.
"I came here basically for academics," said Gallis, who drew interest from Columbia and Pennsylvania recruiters. "If my studies become too hard, I'll probably just give up football."
Pascale, however, doesn't want to deceive anyone. Football's still serious business at Brookland.
The Cardinals (5-3) are guaranteed their eighth winning season under Pascale as they prepare to close the season today hosting Bridgewater. Prior to his arrival, Catholic had had just two winning seasons in eight years.
Two years ago, the future of football appeared in jeopardy for the second time since Catholic went to the Orange Bowl in 1935. Pascale was stripped of his recruiting budget and the Cardinals nosedived to 1-8 last year.
The program has since been given new backing. Pascale recruited 32 freshmen, 12 of whom became starters. Gallis, a drop-back passer from Scranton (Pa.) Prep, has been the key man in the rapid rebuilding program.
In a 21-14 season opening victory over Emory and Henry, Gallis threw for 297 yards and three touchdowns, one an 80-yarder to John Hildreth. His two-yard touchdown pass to Mike Kosar on fourth and goal with 11 seconds left in the first half proved to be the winning points in a 19-18 victory over Georgetown.
Injuries have forced Pascale to call on his seventh- and eighth-string running backs the last three weeks. With no rushing attack, Gallis has been under heavy pressure. He has thrown four interceptions in each of the last two games after throwing just six the previous four.

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Nunez Report: Syria Ground War Imminent? U.S. Accuses Russia Of Launching Syrian Land Campaign
While the US was been surprised and angered by the stunningly fast turn of events in Syria where in the span of less than a month Russia unleashed a massive, Syria-based airborne campaign against what it says are ISIS terrorists, even as the US accuses Putin of targeting "moderate rebels", it has had little recourse in accusing Putin of violating Syrian sovereignty: after all Russia is the only nation that Syria has officially invited to eradicate the "terrorist threat" that is ISIS.
Then, last Friday, Syria raised the stakes once again, when as Bloomberg reported a loyalist of the Assad regime said "terrorism cannot only be fought from the air," making an appeal for more military involvement to defeat Islamic State.
In a defiant speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem criticized the current approach to fighting the group that has conquered swathes of territory and was encroaching on President Bashar al-Assad’s coastal stronghold in Latakia. Those gains triggered Russian intervention.
“Air strikes are useless unless they are coordinated with the Syrian Arab army, the only force to combat terrorism,” al-Muallem, who also holds the title of deputy prime minister, told a largely empty assembly hall on Friday, the last day of speeches.
The logical implication is that Syria will next invite, if it hasn't already done so, Russian troops to join the Russian airforce in eradicating the great ISIS strawman which until recently was the pretext for "coalition" forces to bombard Syria with complete disregard for Syrian sovereignty, and the intention of destroying Assad's military so the CIA can conclude a regime change with a pro-western leader, one which will permit the passage of a Qatar gas pipeline.
Whether or not this assessment is accurate is irrelevant, because earlier today the US decided to jump right on it, and as CNN reported, accordint to the latest U.S. assessment of Moscow's activity in western Syria, "Russia has moved several ground combat weapons and troops into the area to potentially back up Syrian forces in the field planning to attack anti-regime forces, according to two U.S. defense officials."
The equipment includes several piece of artillery, as well as four BM-30 multiple-launch rocket systems -- all considered to be highly accurate weapons. The latter is capable of rapid-fire rocket launches. Several weeks ago, Russia moved about half a dozen artillery pieces into Latakia port.
The U.S. originally had thought that might be for defense of the port, but the latest move is an indication of potential ground attacks in the coming days, the official said. The weapons have been spotted between Homs and Idlib and west of Idlib.
Naturally, when playing the diplomatic game, one never admits or denies one's true intentions until well after the fact, and moments ago the speaker of the Russian Federation Valentina Matviyenko denied. According to Interfax, Matviyenko said Russia has no intention of taking part in ground operations in Syria.
"We do not intend, and we will not engage in any ground operations" said Matvienko in the meeting with the head of Jordan's Senate president Abdelraouf al-Rawabdeh. She stressed that the Russian air campaign in Syria is to support the actions of the regular Syrian army against terrorists.
Which, ironically, is the excuse for US presence in Syria too.
What happens next? A very likely course of events is that despite Russia's denials, the Pentagon will use the gambit of a Russian ground campaign, credible or not, to get permission from Congress to send a "small", at first, then bigger ground force of US troops in Syria to, you guessed it, "fight ISIS", but really to do everything to prevent Russian troops from taking over key strategic positions.
What happens then? Well, with the previously discussed Russian naval campaign of Syria as a likely next step, and with both US and Russian warplanes already flying back and forth above Syria, and now both superpowers having a legitimate, if only in the eyes of their own media, justification to dispatch land troops, what was until now a mere proxy war is about to become full blown land combat on Syrian soil, one which will soon involve both Russian and US ground, sea and airborne forces.
At that point, the world will be one false flag away from what some could call another world war, only this time one launched not in Serbia but Syria.
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The Slap Maxwell Story (sometimes seen in print as The "Slap" Maxwell Story) is a sitcom broadcast in the United States by ABC as part of its 1987–88 lineup.
It starred Dabney Coleman as "Slap" Maxwell, an egocentric sportswriter for a newspaper called The Ledger, somewhere in the American Southwest. The Ledger is an old-fashioned newspaper, and Slap is an old-fashioned man, who composes his "Slap Shots" column on a typewriter. Despite the newly litigious environment of journalism, Slap insists on filling his column with rumor and innuendo, which draws lawsuits and frequently results in Slap's termination. After each termination, Slap makes groveling apologies and is rehired.
Slap has an on-again, off-again relationship with Judy (Megan Gallagher), one of the paper's secretaries. The series also featured Annie (Susan Anspach) as Slap's ex-wife, who retains a soft spot for him.
Each episode featured a recurring joke in which someone would hit Slap.
The show was created by Jay Tarses, who in 1983 was co-creator of Buffalo Bill, an NBC sitcom in which Coleman starred as an off-putting talk show host.
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MYOG - Mine, Yours, and the Other Guy's Genealogy: Irish Royalty - Part 1
Generally speaking, when I think of Ireland, I don't think of royalty and proving my family line to be connected to any as such. Being of Irish and German decent plus being an American makes the thought of royalty and royals literally a foreign concept. Every so often, those considered royalty in other countries make the news but no country more than England. I guess I should refer to them as the royalty of Great Britain to be accurate. I generally watch the news segments about the royals and move on with my day.
While I don't mean to completely poke fun at the rather perplexing concept of royalty, the "royalty" that I consider as such here in America would include the likes of the Kennedy's and Disney. Oh wait, they are all Irish descendants. I didn't actually mean to pick them because of their national origins. It is no secret that the Kennedy's are nicknamed as American royalty. I throw in Disney because of all the princesses that have resulted from his animated creations and legacy. If you ask my daughters who royalty are, they will indicate the full list of Disney Princesses: Cinderella, Mulan, Jasmine, Tiana, Aurora, Aerial, Snow White, Belle, etc. I missed a few but they would know full list and consider them "royalty".
In the past, I have researched the heraldry information about my various family surnames and come up with some rather lack luster information. The "write-ups" about the various surnames are interesting at the surface, especially if that's all you've got, but it is a very generic way of looking at your family history. That is a history that you probably share with thousands of people.
So in my next posts, I will attempt to write about a few important people in Irish history who were considered royalty at the time. I am initially picking based off my own Irish surnames. My plan is to avoid a lot of he "heraldry" write-ups out there in favor of a more individual connections to my research and individuals that really put a mark on Irish history as "Kings". We'll see what I come up with!


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The Crafty Frugalista: October 2012
I needed a sympathy card and didn't have a lot of time so I reached for the prettiest glittery paper (from the same KandCo pad that I used for my in-laws anniversary card), cut it down to size and then stamped an old Hero Arts sentiment. I wanted to keep the sentiment small so I grabbed a label punch by Stampin 'Up but the entire sentiment "With Caring Thoughts" didn't fit. I found that if I limited it to "Caring Thoughts," it did fit. A quick punch and done. Even better was that the backside of my pretty paper was a colorful pattern of stripes that worked perfectly for the inside of my card. I used the stripes as a guide for my handwritten note. Perfect.
It reminds me of the type of cards that you can buy in a boxed set, but by making my own, I'm not committed to 10 of the same cards in the future.
Frugal tip: Cut 4"x 5-1/4" rectangles from your leftover papers so you have panels that are ready to go when you need a quick card. Oh, and if your paper is double-sided and you can cut two panels, you may be able to use one to coordinate the inside of your card.
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A belated birthday card for a cousin. Again, Paper Smooches came through. How did they know that from time to time I need that sentiment from Chubby Chum Pals? The little crab comes from the PS set called Surf and Turf. When I saw his little claws, it reminded me of the "L" people make with their thumb and forefinger to represent the word "loser" and I had to use it to express a little self-deprecating humor at my forgetting her birthday. Lol. I love creating scenes on cards, as you may know, so it was fun to use sky, water and sand papers to make this little beach scene. It made my cousin laugh. Whew! I'm forgiven. *smile*
Coming up next, a sympathy card that proves you don't need much time or product to make a pretty card.
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A birthday card for a relative that has 6 cats. I thought a silly one that incorporated a Paper Smooches (PS) Party Posse cat hanging out with my favorite Ippity bird stamps would bring a smile. Accompanied by the perfect sentiment from PS' Birthday Buddies. Oh, and how can I not give credit to that Stampin' Up paper from the Big Top line that gave me all those pretty banners. I did have to add the numbers 6 and 1 to the banner flags to customize it more.
Coming soon, a belated birthday card....
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Life is what happens when you are busy making other plans, said John Lennon. So true. I've been busy outside of the craft room until recently so finally I have some projects to share.
My in-laws are an amazing couple. At 88 and 89, they are still vibrant and active and enjoying themselves. They just marked their 68th wedding anniversary so that called for more than just a card. I put together a small accordion album with just 4 photos to illustrate the fact that I think they are still the glamourous couple they've always been. I used photos from their early years and a recent one as well to prove that. I had a K&Co paper pad with lovely embossed patterns to use for the outside (squares of paper glued to cereal box cardboard) and a different pattern for the insides. Black pages folded and glued together formed the accordion pages for the photos. Seam binding, a pocket embellishment and some acrylic numbers added the final touches. They loved it!
So easy. I hope it inspires you to try one.
Thanks for visiting. I do have a few cards to share with you in the next few days, so check back....
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Phew! | please, stop bouncing
becuase I know you’ve all been miiissssiinngggg mmeeeeeee….
I was all sorts of entangled in deadline work stuff.
It’d be so much easier if people would just get stuff in at a reasonable time-frame and then not micro-manage my work. KTHNX.
(let’s just say that a half-hour before the end of my shift, said Annoyance came wheezing up to my desk, asking “you got my work done for me? *har dee har har*” to which I replied, “Perhaps you’d like to check your e-mail.”, “OH! Did you just sent it?”, “No, I sent it about three hours ago.”)
And of course he’s not here today, which actually makes my life easier and allows me time to figure out how I’m going to deal with him in a car for two hours. (Yeah! Business Trip! BOO! With Annoyance)
Aforementioned business trip also involves my acquiring of some slightly-more-professional-wear. Not that I don’t dress nice now, but I feel that being in a position of authority allows one to dress authoritative. Thus, I have decided to procure a *gasp* suit.
Having gotten that proposal off my desk (and delivered an hour early, unlike last time) really makes me feel good.
Speaking of feeling good, I’ve been reading “I Can Make You Thin” by Dr. McKenna… wish I would have gotten the book before spending a year at Weight Watchers; pretty much the same idea, just a hell of a lot cheaper.
Oh, and the opposite of cheap would be Greek Yogurt. No, it’s not a euphimism, it’s acutally yougert. I picked some up a few weeks ago and now it’s a staple. I’m typically not a fan of plain yougurt, but with some honey.. *bliss* But, at around $5 for 16oz…
Reverting to the book, I don’t know why the concepts seem so “OH!” and at the same time “DUH!”. I.E. “Eat if you’re hungry and eat slowly.” Now that I’m only eating things I LOVE, it’s much easier to feel content.
And I spent most of this week not-content, don’t know why, but I was quite a pity party. I felt better yesterday and 100% better today.
We’ll say it’s due to ice cream and Melissa.
Boy, office is quiet today.
What’s the deal with March Madness? Maybe it’s because I didn’t go to a “real” college… or during “normal” hours. Or maybe because I don’t like basketball.
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stacy (14:45:36) :
1. I am envious of your recent need to procure a suit. I must don one, like a uniform, Monday through Thursday.
2. I love Greek yogurt with cheeries – they sell them together in containers. I generally make myself a regular yogurt parfait in the morning, though. Yum.
3. Where is your business trip?
4. I’m glad that you are feeling better!!!
5. I don’t like basketball, either. March Madness is only fun if you have a bracket, and if you are unreasonably competitive. I could CARE LESS who wins, so long as I get a green highlight on my bracket….
Stephanie of Stopbouncing (15:19:39) :
I could never do brackets because I’d base the teams success chiefly on who had the cutest mascot/best color combination; very scientific.
Annoyance and I get to to go LOVELY Erie, PA. I figured it’d be a tad much if I listen to my iPod and play with the DS the whole time; I’m not 13. Maybe I should pack some stinky gym socks and duct tape.
Also, you’re a lawyer, you earned the suit (and subsequent Loubitans (sp?)).
stacy (16:04:27) :
Oh, I base my brackets on pure nonsense, too , but that doesn’t stop me from being unreasonably competitive about it.
I’d bring a book – one that you won’t be embarassed for Annoyance to see. i.e., not Shopaholic and the City. Is it a road trip? Or train, etc. ? If its NOT in the car, it’s likely that Annoyance will be doing work, reading, etc., anyway. If it IS the car – sorry, you are screwed.
Yes, the suits. Ugh. No Louboutians (sp) for me… I got my fancy bday present, and cannot justify the shoes under any circumstances. 🙂
stacy (16:06:05) :
I’m fried. I saw now that it is the car. So you are screwed, sorry…
Stephanie of Stopbouncing (15:43:22) :
If only I didn’t get car sick when reading in the car. 😦
natalie (18:20:54) :
down with all things professional–including business suits. boo. i’m all about jeans and sweaters. sadly, i have to spiff up for school, but still no suits. i feel like a flight attendant when i don one.
i’ve missed you and can feel your pain–i was at work last night until 8:frickin’20pm. and 7:30 the two nights before. ugh. have a swell weekend. swak!
Stephanie of Stopbouncing (15:44:01) :
So, when I don the suit, I can point to the doors of the car and be all “notice the exits here, here and here.”
morethananelectrician (22:11:28) :
If you are trying to “get thinner”… plan accordingly with the purchase of the suit…just sayin’!!!!
Stephanie of Stopbouncing (15:44:44) :
eh, it’s a suit from Penny’s… I’m back to inbetween sizes, so a little hemming, a little tacking.
kyknoord (02:32:14) :
Oh, you poor thing! I’ve been on trips with annoying colleagues before and it’s hell on wheels. It’s marginally better if you’re doing the driving, because then you can console yourself with the knowledge that you have the option of veering into oncoming traffic if it all gets too much.
Stephanie of Stopbouncing (15:45:15) :
I think I’ll make sure the child locks aren’t on and thrust myself out of one of the doors…
fastbackss (09:02:52) :
Congrats on the work trip. It will be beneficial for you even if you have to go with Annoyance.
And boo on the brackets! There are not many things better than March Madness. I am halfway through my 40 hours in 4 days and I’m going strong.
Stephanie of Stopbouncing (15:45:38) :
Um, did the team with the cute mascot win?
fastbackss (16:51:48) :
Nope. But the one with the cute cheerleaders did. Which, conveniently, was not the one I chose.
Dennis the Vizsla (21:29:20) :
The only “March Madness” I ever paid attention to was the Spring weather back in New York.
Head cold, 10 years ago: "Hey! We're still going to be sick tomorrow. Let's go out!" *cough* "Woo!" *sneeze" "Woo!"… twitter.com/i/web/status/9… 6 hours ago


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Adoption Adventure: Girls lie too......
Girls lie too......
saw this on a friends facebook and thought it seemed fun. 1. Put your iPod (itunes) on shuffle.2. For each question, press the next button to get your answer.3. YOU MUST WRITE THAT SONG NAME DOWN NO MATTER HOW SILLY IT SOUNDS!4. Tag 10 friends who might enjoy doing this as well as the person you got this fromIF SOMEONE SAYS "IS THIS OKAY" YOU SAY?I'm gonna getcha goodWHAT WOULD BEST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONALITY?Here's a quarter (call someone who cares)WHAT DO YOU LIKE IN A GUY/GIRL?Long slow beautiful danceWHAT IS YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE?Mud on the tiresWHAT IS YOUR MOTTO?I can only imagineWHAT DO YOUR FRIENDS THINK OF YOU?It is well with my soulWHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT VERY OFTEN?My give a damn's bustedWHAT IS 2+2?I will be here for youWHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR BEST FRIEND?IronicWHAT DO YOU THINK OF THE PERSON YOU LIKE?Honkytonk UWHAT IS YOUR LIFE STORY?There goes my lifeWHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?Bat out of hellWHAT DO YOU THINK WHEN YOU SEE THE PERSON YOU LIKE?All I wanna doWHAT DO YOUR PARENTS THINK OF YOU?I survived you (hahahahahahahahahaha, that IS FUNNY)WHAT WILL YOU DANCE TO AT YOUR WEDDING?Don't laugh at meWHAT WILL THEY PLAY AT YOUR FUNERAL?That's when I love youWHAT IS YOUR HOBBY/INTEREST?Sister ChristianWHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SECRET?CelebrityWHAT DO YOU THINK OF YOUR FRIENDS?Indian OutlawWHAT'S THE WORST THING THAT COULD HAPPEN?Chicks dig itHOW WILL YOU DIE?waitin' on a woman WHAT IS THE ONE THING YOU REGRET?Would you go with meWHAT MAKES YOU LAUGH?I'd like to have that one backWHAT MAKES YOU CRY?Love you out loudWILL YOU EVER GET MARRIED?Walking after midnightWHAT SCARES YOU THE MOST?I Do (cherish you)DOES ANYONE LIKE YOU?Never wanted nothing moreIF YOU COULD GO BACK IN TIME, WHAT WOULD YOU CHANGE?Lead onWHAT HURTS RIGHT NOW?One night at a timeWHAT WILL YOU POST THIS AS?Girls lie too
KathyDecember 6, 2008 at 11:28 AMFunny. But I don't have an ipod.ReplyDeleteGreg's WifeDecember 7, 2008 at 9:55 AMI love that you want to be a bat out of hell when you grow up! It just makes me laugh that you had that on your ipod in the first place!ReplyDeleteDragonRiderDecember 7, 2008 at 4:00 PMThat is my mom's comment above but she told me about it and I did it on my blog.ReplyDeleteLena WrightDecember 7, 2008 at 4:49 PMCara,Yeah, that is a tad embarassing. I was thinking of skipping it-but it was a funny answer to that particular question. I think I have odd (eclectic) taste in music. LOLReplyDeletewlomanoDecember 24, 2008 at 10:52 AMHi Lena,Looked like fun. Posted it "public" on my LiveJournal site (which is mostly "private" or "friends-only").Thanks for the fun!~WendyReplyDeletewlomanoDecember 24, 2008 at 10:54 AMWhoops, forgot to add my LiveJournal address, didn't I? Sorry: http://mandeelou.livejournal.com/Maybe I did. Can't remember and it won't let me go back and check. Sorry! ;-)~WendyReplyDeleteAdd commentLoad more...