Kindergartenism #42:
Gavin: "Miss Hansen, did you know hand sanitizer kills 100 billion percent of germs?!"
I have an interview tomorrow for Tosa. It's a preliminary interview where I'll meet with some principals (not sure how many) and they'll ask me 4 questions. If they like me, I'll be asked for a second interview for a specific opening. I'm overall feeling pretty good about it. This year has helped me learn what things the district is looking for and puts emphasis on.
Last Sunday went pretty well when I went to Ryan's to play Settlers with Mike and Katie. I was feeling a little better about it until last night when I showed up to team trivia...and saw Mike had invited her. Not only that, but I felt almost invisible to him despite sitting next to him. I do have some feelings of jealousy, but I think part of my struggle is that I feel like our friendship is different when she's around. He doesn't talk to me like he used to...he's usually focused on her and even seems slightly annoyed with me sometimes. Ugh, I hate feeling this way. I didn't enjoy trivia at all last night and mostly focused on the Brewers game on the TVs when we weren't discussing a question. I just wanted to go home. It's going to take time and lots of strength through God to get through this. Thank goodness I have other wonderful friends that are so loving and supportive...even if they don't know what's going on.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Sunday, April 25, 2010
The last few weeks...
It's been a while since I've posted anything significant on here. I mean, kindergartenisms are important and all, but they don't really keep anyone updated on my life...and that was the original intent of this blog. ;)
Life has had ups and downs the past few weeks. I actually have been putting off blogging to avoid processing some of the things going on...so healthy, right? Where to start?
A couple of weekends ago, I went to the spring retreat with Impact, the young adult group at my church. It was a random mix of people - many of whom I didn't know at all - but it was a good time. The speaker ended up being a guy named Bob, who turned out to be my friend MK from Madison's boyfriend...and she came with him! What a small world. It was really fun to see her. Bob talked about how we can write a better story for our lives. He challenged us to look at our lives and find the things (sin, idols, challenges) that hinder us from walking closely to God. It was easy to find many things I need to work on in my walk with God. There have been things in my life that I've struggled with for a long time that I haven't been able to change...or haven't tried hard enough to change, I should say. But he reminded us that God is the God of the impossible...there is nothing He can't get us through. The various things I struggle with all stem from one area in my life I need to improve...meeting with God regularly. I went through a phase in college where I felt so close to Him and I had regular quiet times. Since college, it's been a struggle for me to "fit" God into my busy schedule...but it's not because I don't have the time. I don’t make it a big enough priority in my life. I’ve taken a couple small steps to work on that...we’ll see how it goes. Please hold me accountable to this...that’s something I need more of in my life.
Last Friday, I found out that the 2nd grade opening at my school is going to be filled by another person from my school. I was trying not to bank on me getting that job, but it was a big possibility. When I heard the news, my heart sank. The reality of having to leave yet another school (a school I’ve come to really love) and go through yet another job transition struck me. I’m disappointed...frustrated...anxious to just settle down and keep a job for more than a year. I know in my head that God has something planned for me next year. It’s just a matter of making that head knowledge true heart knowledge too. It’s hard to not feel frustrated and worried about next year. I have applied to a couple of openings within my district, so I’m hoping I have more of a chance now that I’ve worked in the district for a year. In case it doesn’t, I’ve also started applying to openings in other districts. I’ll keep you updated.
And finally, Mike stuff. It wouldn’t be my blog without something about that kid. I finally felt like I got to the point where I was happy just being friends with him. There were things I saw in his life and character that made me realize he wasn’t someone I should be dating. We continued to hang out as friends and I was having a blast because I wasn’t worried about feelings. He went on the retreat a couple of weeks ago too and met a girl there named Katie. On the drive home, I was trying to sleep in the backseat while he and our friend Ryan talked. I wasn’t fully asleep (which Ryan apparently knew but Mike must have thought I was asleep) so I heard him tell Ryan that he thought Katie was really cute. They talked a bit about her and whether she could “keep up” with Mike (as he put it). My heart fell to my stomach. So much for feeling “over” Mike. Things didn’t really change between Mike and I for a couple of weeks after the retreat though, so slowly I forgot about the whole Katie thing. Last night, our friends Jenny and Tory had a birthday party and Katie came. Mike realized she was there and talked to her for the majority of the night. I could tell he was really into her. Later tonight, I’m going to Ryan’s to play Settlers with Mike and some other friends...including Katie, who was invited by none other than Mike. Why do I care so much??? He’s not someone I should be dating or even interested in. Ryan and I had an interesting talk last night after the birthday party..he told me that when Mike and I were “seeing each other”, I wasn’t the only girl he was interested in or even spending time with. I never really knew that, but it really didn’t surprise me. Still, it really hurt to hear. There are so many things about him that frustrate me...yet I can’t completely get over him. Despite those frustrations, we have such a good time and he makes me feel really happy when I’m around him. He gives me attention and makes me feel important to him and I like that...that is, until last night when he was with Katie. Now I just feel sad. I feel like I’m something that has faded and something new and shiny came along. I shouldn’t be interested in someone who is interested, or even pursues, multiple girls at once. There are other things about him and his life that are red flags...yet that doesn’t change how I’m feeling. He’s become a big part of my life and a friend that I’ve come to care about. But, I’ve realized that I need to learn how to find my identity in Christ rather in a guy...or anyone for that matter. I need to learn how to not let someone’s opinion of me or actions toward me affect what I think of me. Rather than letting this whole Mike thing make me feel unlovable or hurt, I need to learn how to be confident in how God sees me and how He has made me. I am PERFECT in God’s eyes...no one should ever make me feel less than that. So much easier said than done...
Life has had ups and downs the past few weeks. I actually have been putting off blogging to avoid processing some of the things going on...so healthy, right? Where to start?
A couple of weekends ago, I went to the spring retreat with Impact, the young adult group at my church. It was a random mix of people - many of whom I didn't know at all - but it was a good time. The speaker ended up being a guy named Bob, who turned out to be my friend MK from Madison's boyfriend...and she came with him! What a small world. It was really fun to see her. Bob talked about how we can write a better story for our lives. He challenged us to look at our lives and find the things (sin, idols, challenges) that hinder us from walking closely to God. It was easy to find many things I need to work on in my walk with God. There have been things in my life that I've struggled with for a long time that I haven't been able to change...or haven't tried hard enough to change, I should say. But he reminded us that God is the God of the impossible...there is nothing He can't get us through. The various things I struggle with all stem from one area in my life I need to improve...meeting with God regularly. I went through a phase in college where I felt so close to Him and I had regular quiet times. Since college, it's been a struggle for me to "fit" God into my busy schedule...but it's not because I don't have the time. I don’t make it a big enough priority in my life. I’ve taken a couple small steps to work on that...we’ll see how it goes. Please hold me accountable to this...that’s something I need more of in my life.
Last Friday, I found out that the 2nd grade opening at my school is going to be filled by another person from my school. I was trying not to bank on me getting that job, but it was a big possibility. When I heard the news, my heart sank. The reality of having to leave yet another school (a school I’ve come to really love) and go through yet another job transition struck me. I’m disappointed...frustrated...anxious to just settle down and keep a job for more than a year. I know in my head that God has something planned for me next year. It’s just a matter of making that head knowledge true heart knowledge too. It’s hard to not feel frustrated and worried about next year. I have applied to a couple of openings within my district, so I’m hoping I have more of a chance now that I’ve worked in the district for a year. In case it doesn’t, I’ve also started applying to openings in other districts. I’ll keep you updated.
And finally, Mike stuff. It wouldn’t be my blog without something about that kid. I finally felt like I got to the point where I was happy just being friends with him. There were things I saw in his life and character that made me realize he wasn’t someone I should be dating. We continued to hang out as friends and I was having a blast because I wasn’t worried about feelings. He went on the retreat a couple of weeks ago too and met a girl there named Katie. On the drive home, I was trying to sleep in the backseat while he and our friend Ryan talked. I wasn’t fully asleep (which Ryan apparently knew but Mike must have thought I was asleep) so I heard him tell Ryan that he thought Katie was really cute. They talked a bit about her and whether she could “keep up” with Mike (as he put it). My heart fell to my stomach. So much for feeling “over” Mike. Things didn’t really change between Mike and I for a couple of weeks after the retreat though, so slowly I forgot about the whole Katie thing. Last night, our friends Jenny and Tory had a birthday party and Katie came. Mike realized she was there and talked to her for the majority of the night. I could tell he was really into her. Later tonight, I’m going to Ryan’s to play Settlers with Mike and some other friends...including Katie, who was invited by none other than Mike. Why do I care so much??? He’s not someone I should be dating or even interested in. Ryan and I had an interesting talk last night after the birthday party..he told me that when Mike and I were “seeing each other”, I wasn’t the only girl he was interested in or even spending time with. I never really knew that, but it really didn’t surprise me. Still, it really hurt to hear. There are so many things about him that frustrate me...yet I can’t completely get over him. Despite those frustrations, we have such a good time and he makes me feel really happy when I’m around him. He gives me attention and makes me feel important to him and I like that...that is, until last night when he was with Katie. Now I just feel sad. I feel like I’m something that has faded and something new and shiny came along. I shouldn’t be interested in someone who is interested, or even pursues, multiple girls at once. There are other things about him and his life that are red flags...yet that doesn’t change how I’m feeling. He’s become a big part of my life and a friend that I’ve come to care about. But, I’ve realized that I need to learn how to find my identity in Christ rather in a guy...or anyone for that matter. I need to learn how to not let someone’s opinion of me or actions toward me affect what I think of me. Rather than letting this whole Mike thing make me feel unlovable or hurt, I need to learn how to be confident in how God sees me and how He has made me. I am PERFECT in God’s eyes...no one should ever make me feel less than that. So much easier said than done...
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Kindergartenism #41:
The kids were making mothers day booklets where they had to finish different sentences. One of the sentences was "My mom is the best __________."
This was Ryder's sentence:
My mom is the best lover.
Mrs. Thaker: "Umm..Ryder, what do you mean by that?"
Ryder: "Because she loves me a lot."
Mrs. Thaker: "How does she show you that she loves you?"
Ryder: "She hugs me a lot."
Mrs. Thaker: "Ok, let's write that instead!"
The kids were making mothers day booklets where they had to finish different sentences. One of the sentences was "My mom is the best __________."
This was Ryder's sentence:
My mom is the best lover.
Mrs. Thaker: "Umm..Ryder, what do you mean by that?"
Ryder: "Because she loves me a lot."
Mrs. Thaker: "How does she show you that she loves you?"
Ryder: "She hugs me a lot."
Mrs. Thaker: "Ok, let's write that instead!"
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Sunday, March 28, 2010
RIP Miriam
This afternoon, I went to my friend Peter's cello recital downtown. It started at 3:00 and after driving around to find a parking spot, it was 3:05. So, as soon as I found a spot, I bolted out of my car and started running 2 blocks to the building where the recital was being held. As soon as I got there, it dawned on me that I had left my GPS (named Miriam) turned on and attached to my windshield. I couldn't go back because I already had walked in to the recital late...in between movements of one of his pieces...in front of the whole audience.
After the recital, I decided not to go out to dinner with everyone because I had come down with a sore throat earlier this afternoon and just felt like going home and relaxing. I walked to my car...only to find my front passenger window shattered and Miriam gone. They also apparently went through my center console, but didn't take anything else.
It's sad that Miriam is gone. It's annoying that I have to get yet another window in my car completely replaced. But, I'm trying to keep my mind in perspective.
My car wasn't stolen.
My mom is an insurance agent and knows people at an auto glass company who can get me a new window for only $100.
My stepdad can fix the window himself.
I wasn't hurt.
Miriam is just a thing. She was a nice convenience, but in the grand scheme of things, she's not something that was essential to life.
I just need to remind myself of those things...especially when I look at Bullet's sad window wrapped in plastic wrap...again.
After the recital, I decided not to go out to dinner with everyone because I had come down with a sore throat earlier this afternoon and just felt like going home and relaxing. I walked to my car...only to find my front passenger window shattered and Miriam gone. They also apparently went through my center console, but didn't take anything else.
It's sad that Miriam is gone. It's annoying that I have to get yet another window in my car completely replaced. But, I'm trying to keep my mind in perspective.
My car wasn't stolen.
My mom is an insurance agent and knows people at an auto glass company who can get me a new window for only $100.
My stepdad can fix the window himself.
I wasn't hurt.
Miriam is just a thing. She was a nice convenience, but in the grand scheme of things, she's not something that was essential to life.
I just need to remind myself of those things...especially when I look at Bullet's sad window wrapped in plastic wrap...again.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Kindergartenism #39:
Nora: "Shelby, I love you. You're so cute. You look like a little turtle." (Turtles are Shelby's favorite animal, so I think this was supposed to be a compliment. :P)
Well, this is it. Wedding season. It's looming in the near distance.
Usually, I have 1, maybe 2 weddings each wedding season. The grand total so far this season...5. Not just any 5 weddings...my brother's as well as a few good friends'.
Did I mention that it's my younger brother getting married? Oh, and that I will be the only person in my family (siblings, cousins, etc.) at the wedding that's single?
I'm excited for everyone that's getting married. And I'm even looking forward to the weddings because it'll be fun to see everyone. But it'll be 5 more reminders that I'm single and nowhere near getting married.
I know God has a plan for that area of my life. And I know that it'll be better than anything I can imagine. But some days it's hard to be patient. Especially when people around me don't have to wait anymore.
I'm thankful that I still have a handful of good friends that are single. They remind me that I'm not alone and they help me not think or worry about being single.
Nora: "Shelby, I love you. You're so cute. You look like a little turtle." (Turtles are Shelby's favorite animal, so I think this was supposed to be a compliment. :P)
Well, this is it. Wedding season. It's looming in the near distance.
Usually, I have 1, maybe 2 weddings each wedding season. The grand total so far this season...5. Not just any 5 weddings...my brother's as well as a few good friends'.
Did I mention that it's my younger brother getting married? Oh, and that I will be the only person in my family (siblings, cousins, etc.) at the wedding that's single?
I'm excited for everyone that's getting married. And I'm even looking forward to the weddings because it'll be fun to see everyone. But it'll be 5 more reminders that I'm single and nowhere near getting married.
I know God has a plan for that area of my life. And I know that it'll be better than anything I can imagine. But some days it's hard to be patient. Especially when people around me don't have to wait anymore.
I'm thankful that I still have a handful of good friends that are single. They remind me that I'm not alone and they help me not think or worry about being single.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Kindergartenism #37:
Marie: "Oh man, my backpack is so heavy today!"
Me: "What's making it so heavy?"
Marie: "Well, I have an extra pair of gloves and an extra hat in it today."
Kindergartenism #38:
Evelyn: "Public school means you can't come to school with no clothes on."
Me: "What??"
Evelyn: "Public school means you can't go to school naked."
Me: "You can't go to any school naked!"
On Monday my principal observed me teach a whole group literacy lesson. My intention is that he'll have a good idea of my teaching style and strengths when I interview for the 2nd grade opening at my school. I thought it went pretty well. I was a little nervous when he first came to the classroom, but once I started teaching, I completely forgot he was even there. He told me he wants to type up what he saw and then meet with me soon. I'm anxious to hear what he has to say!
Mike decided not to take the job in Green Bay. He said that his heart just wasn't in it and he was dreading it before he even decided to take it. I'm excited he'll be staying in the area. For now, he's going to keep working at the running store because they've told him there's the opportunity to do management, as well as possibly website design or marketing. He'll be a fun buddy to have around this summer!
Marie: "Oh man, my backpack is so heavy today!"
Me: "What's making it so heavy?"
Marie: "Well, I have an extra pair of gloves and an extra hat in it today."
Kindergartenism #38:
Evelyn: "Public school means you can't come to school with no clothes on."
Me: "What??"
Evelyn: "Public school means you can't go to school naked."
Me: "You can't go to any school naked!"
On Monday my principal observed me teach a whole group literacy lesson. My intention is that he'll have a good idea of my teaching style and strengths when I interview for the 2nd grade opening at my school. I thought it went pretty well. I was a little nervous when he first came to the classroom, but once I started teaching, I completely forgot he was even there. He told me he wants to type up what he saw and then meet with me soon. I'm anxious to hear what he has to say!
Mike decided not to take the job in Green Bay. He said that his heart just wasn't in it and he was dreading it before he even decided to take it. I'm excited he'll be staying in the area. For now, he's going to keep working at the running store because they've told him there's the opportunity to do management, as well as possibly website design or marketing. He'll be a fun buddy to have around this summer!
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