Something Beautiful

I get to sleep in a little tomorrow - so I have some time to do another post. I am going to a district training and dont have to be there until 8:30. I forgot to mention this concert in my previous post, so here goes.

I am a fan of the Newsboys. I think they are a great band and I often get immediately hooked on their songs. My most recent favorite is Something Beautiful. This song resonated with me last winter. The beginning got me about starting over, having a new beginning, etc. I love it!

My brother mentioned that there was a free concert going on last weekend, so of course I was in! I even got Ginger to go (although it didnt take much convincing!) I went down with Ginger, but met up with my brother, his father in law, and my niece.

Anyway - it was such a fun concert!! I still think about it! I dont know how many Christian bands can achieve what they did at their concert. So many people were sooo into their songs. We were on our feet basically the whole time, and sang almost every song. There were 2 I didnt know. :o(

Their stories were great, personal testimonies were inspirational, there was humor and excitement. I am excited about another opportunity to see them - whenever that may be!

Some of the highlights:

* Spending time with Ginger - doesnt seem like we get enough time these days!

* Hanging out with my brother

* Seeing my niece singing these songs and being soooooo excited for Pete and Duncan on his drums!! It was truly a moment to cherish. I saw her excitement and pure joy that came from listening to the Newsboys and singing along. It is something that her and my brother bond over and it was adorable. Very moving. She sat on his shoulders most of the night and it brought tears to my eyes. My brother is a fantastic father and the connection they have over this was fun to see.

* Re-prioritizing. Is that even a word? I know - I'm a teacher, I should know that...anyway - it set things back in motion. Made me think of my priorities and get things straight again. Its so easy to stray sometimes.

* What more needs to be said? I had more fun at this concert than all of the other concerts I've been to?

If you ever have the chance to see the Newsboys - GO! They are fantastic and could easily appeal to all ages.

I still smile thinking about it.

I will try to get a picture or two up shortly.

Good night and God bless!

Only one king

I definitely sound like a broken record - but this time has flown by!! But again - I am soooo thankful that I am busy because my time goes by fast and I dont have time to be bored! It also makes me more thankful for time spent with family and friends.

So anyway...I've had some behavior problems in class lately. One in particular that is troubling to me. I want so badly to help this child and I want so badly for him to make the right choices, but it bothers me when he will just lie to me day after day and tell me to my face what I want to hear, then go somewhere else and do the opposite. Ugh!

I got a new student today! At this time last year I probably had 7 new students already, but it was kind of refreshing today to see a new face. My class did very well at accepting her in and taking her under their wing. It was very nice to see. Hopefully that means I'm doing something right. :o)

This Presidential election has been interesting. One thing is for sure - I am glad it has passed by. I was getting so many phone calls, mailers, and junk mail every day! Anyway - clearly everyone has their own opinion about who won, who should've won, etc. My opinion? I voted for who I thought would best lead our country. I dont think that either one had the cure-all for everything, but one came the closest.

It's no secret that most conservatives support John McCain, and as much as radio stations try not to be bias, its interesting to listen to them, because every now and again things slip out. I was listening to a Christian music station the day after election day and some people were calling in panicked about the new President-elect. One caller had a very interesting view on this. He said (paraphrased from what I can remember of course):

"Lets not forget that people in the Bible suffered beyond our imagination under an unjust ruler for years. People have endured more than we, as Americans ever have for their faith. In this election 2 men were running for President, but remember that there is only 1 king. No matter what happens in the next 4 or 8 years, your faith will prevail and carry you through, as long as you remain faithful to the ONE prophet, priest and king."

I loved his perspective on things. How true it is that people have suffered far worse than anything I can imagine for their faith. Am I worried that something is going to be radically changed that threatens my every day life in the next 4 or 8 years? no.

Am I excited to be a part of the history? Yes! As a history nerd, its been fun with this election to teach my kids. Either way, history would have been made and I am a proud Christian American who knows that regardless of who our President is, my faith remains in one King - the one who can bring true salvation and peace to my life.