Coming into the month of September, I knew that life was going to get pretty busy. Boy, was that an understatement! It has been tricky trying to balance being a mom, wife, student, teacher, and volunteer. I am the first to admit that we have been way too busy, but thankfully it is starting to slow down a little bit as of this weekend.
With that said, the kids are having a blast with all their new activities. Renee is having a much better year in school this year. We have been praying fervently for this since last year and even though there are days that are hard, she is doing well!!! She is enjoying being in Jazz Club and piano and is winding down her time with her reading tutor. We really relish the weekends as they seem to be the only time we get to have down time! Ryker is loving school! He is in that wonderful stage of learning how to read. I had forgotten how much fun it was to see those light bulb moments of reading during the very earliest days of it. On Friday's, I volunteer in his classroom in the morning and Renee's in the afternoon. This past Friday, I was able to help the 1st graders with their reading time and it was so much fun. I love being a part of Ryker and Renee's day. What a blessing!
My week's have grown increasingly busier now that my classes at the college have started up. I am taking Anatomy and Physiology this quarter. It is a difficult class, but I am actually enjoying it this time around. For those of you who don't know, this year I am in the process of fulfilling the prerequisites for the ultrasound program in Spokane. Even though I have my BS in Biology, I have to take all the required Science and math classes within the past 5 years. So, I am jumping through the hoops and trying to gain entrance into their program next year. That is a huge prayer request, so I would appreciate your prayers on that! Next quarter I have to take A&P II and Physics, then the next quarter is Algebra, Survey of Biology (really???), and medical terminology. Then, my application is due June 25th for the program in Spokane. On top of all of that, I am teaching tumbling to the jazz club kids and volunteering at the school. Phew! But, I am blessed! What a wonderful life!!!! :)
Oh, I wanted to leave you with one final thought. I have been receiving a daily devotional via email from proverbs31.org . This week in particular, the devotions have really spoken to my heart. One of them said that every time you open your mouth to speak, go down this check list:
1. is it kind?
2. is it true?
3. is it necessary?
I LOVE this! My goal for the next while is just that. I will fail miserably, but at least it is in my mind, which will help me when I am in conversation with people. I encourage you to do the same! :)
