I work at a church nursery every Wednesday. I usually don't look forward to it before I go in because I'm already tired and just want to read a book for the rest of the night, or now, research SEO for my new job. I don't know why I have this feeling when each week I always leave feeling like I just spent time with some of the coolest kids on the planet. =-) Tonight was no exception.
I got to help a little girl take some of her first steps tonight. It was such a remarkable thing to see and be a part of. She has some health issues that prohibit her from using her muscles correctly (it will take her a lot longer to learn how to use them than other kids), so to help her achieve this was so amazing for me. She was grinning from ear to ear and didn't want to stop. I am very excited about being able to help her again next week!
2/04/2009
2/02/2009
Writing and THE Job
So tonight I was talking to my aunt on the phone and we were discussing our writings. She was contemplating different writing approaches for a novel she wants to begin writing, and it got me thinking, I have not felt very inspired to write lately....
I know that I currently do not have the desire to write a novel, but I do enjoy short stories... Does anyone have any unique writing prompts or topics for me to consider? My lack of inspiration is really bugging me, so I thought I would ask my few readers to help me out with this one.... :)
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So, I am REALLY enjoying my job. I'm learning a whooooole lot about SEO and the little things that come with it. It has been really neat to see and be a part of what makes and keeps a website running. Every dad I learn something (usually a whole lot) new, and it has been fun to actually DO the work, instead of hearing a professor lecture about it all day. I am definitely enjoying the other side of college- doing what you are learning about makes it so much more exciting! Granted, I do miss being able to take a nap at any given moment. Although, I don't think taking naps will ever beat being able to say, "Back when I was in college...." like I've been out of school for years (as opposed to a little over a month). =-)
I know that I currently do not have the desire to write a novel, but I do enjoy short stories... Does anyone have any unique writing prompts or topics for me to consider? My lack of inspiration is really bugging me, so I thought I would ask my few readers to help me out with this one.... :)
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So, I am REALLY enjoying my job. I'm learning a whooooole lot about SEO and the little things that come with it. It has been really neat to see and be a part of what makes and keeps a website running. Every dad I learn something (usually a whole lot) new, and it has been fun to actually DO the work, instead of hearing a professor lecture about it all day. I am definitely enjoying the other side of college- doing what you are learning about makes it so much more exciting! Granted, I do miss being able to take a nap at any given moment. Although, I don't think taking naps will ever beat being able to say, "Back when I was in college...." like I've been out of school for years (as opposed to a little over a month). =-)
1/24/2009
Exciting News
I'm very pleased to inform you that I have a job! These past couple days, I interviewed for a position called SEO at a small company in San Antonio. (SEO is "Search Engine Optimization," for those who don't know- It's what makes sites number one when you run a search on Google or Yahoo!) I have a lot to learn, but I am very excited about it. It's 3:24 am and I've been researching it most of the night. I've been reading a few books on my Kindle, too- which is awesome. I can't wait to write more about my job- I start training next week! God provides.
Russell is here this weekend and we are going to celebrate by doing different SA things tomorrow- exploring the riverwalk some more, looking at possible apartments, and of course- cooking (eating!). I'll have to take some pictures of our adventures.
I suppose I should go to bed- it's pretty late!
Russell is here this weekend and we are going to celebrate by doing different SA things tomorrow- exploring the riverwalk some more, looking at possible apartments, and of course- cooking (eating!). I'll have to take some pictures of our adventures.
I suppose I should go to bed- it's pretty late!
1/18/2009
.pruned for my own good.
So I'm sure you know the common metaphor that is found in John 15. It has been a verse that has just stuck with me over the years, and it's funny because I forget its deep truth quite often.
It'll be a month since I graduated and I've yet to find a job. This has been very hard on me. I first began struggling with my feelings of inadequacy during my last month of college. The though of moving home was soon to be a reality, and I was forced to deal with it. For about the last year or so I have been carrying everything in my life on my own, without feeling like I needed God for much at all. That may very well be a harsh sentence, but it's the truth. I have simply been going through the motions without Him.
This last month has been very enlightening for me, and again I am learning the lesson that God teaches us so much through our trials. I had a very hard interview experience a few weeks ago that I took quite personally. Long story short, I had basically been offered a job, prepared for it (going so far as booking a place to live!), and then at the last minute been rejected. This really tore me up inside, and while it may sound like such a small thing, I had nights where I would cry about it. It wasn't just that I had been rejected, but that I had seriously gotten my hopes up so high, and then felt like I had been brought back to square one completely. I mean, living with your parents? What a loser, right? Especially with no job.... Well, it took a few people (my dad, Russell) to wake me up out of my melancholy stage. More than enough people have been reminding me that I needed to have faith that God was going to do something and that I needed to trust Him.
So it's true. It's completely true. Trusting in God is what I need to do, and I have finally given Him the reigns. While I haven't landed my dream job yet, I do have a small PT job at my church's nursery here in SA. It's every Wed. and Sun. and I have the rest of the week to keep looking for jobs. Plus, once I do get a job, they have been gracious enough to let me work less hours if I need to. It may not sound like much, but it has already proven to be a big help with my self-esteem. Today was my first day, and I was reminded of my love for children as I got to take care of them. They were all so amazing, and it reminded me that God has a plan for me that fits my desires, too.
It'll be a month since I graduated and I've yet to find a job. This has been very hard on me. I first began struggling with my feelings of inadequacy during my last month of college. The though of moving home was soon to be a reality, and I was forced to deal with it. For about the last year or so I have been carrying everything in my life on my own, without feeling like I needed God for much at all. That may very well be a harsh sentence, but it's the truth. I have simply been going through the motions without Him.
This last month has been very enlightening for me, and again I am learning the lesson that God teaches us so much through our trials. I had a very hard interview experience a few weeks ago that I took quite personally. Long story short, I had basically been offered a job, prepared for it (going so far as booking a place to live!), and then at the last minute been rejected. This really tore me up inside, and while it may sound like such a small thing, I had nights where I would cry about it. It wasn't just that I had been rejected, but that I had seriously gotten my hopes up so high, and then felt like I had been brought back to square one completely. I mean, living with your parents? What a loser, right? Especially with no job.... Well, it took a few people (my dad, Russell) to wake me up out of my melancholy stage. More than enough people have been reminding me that I needed to have faith that God was going to do something and that I needed to trust Him.
So it's true. It's completely true. Trusting in God is what I need to do, and I have finally given Him the reigns. While I haven't landed my dream job yet, I do have a small PT job at my church's nursery here in SA. It's every Wed. and Sun. and I have the rest of the week to keep looking for jobs. Plus, once I do get a job, they have been gracious enough to let me work less hours if I need to. It may not sound like much, but it has already proven to be a big help with my self-esteem. Today was my first day, and I was reminded of my love for children as I got to take care of them. They were all so amazing, and it reminded me that God has a plan for me that fits my desires, too.
12/24/2008
12/17/2008
Pings poke, you owe me a coke...
I think I'm going to stop jinxing myself and telling all of you blog-readers when I have a job interview.... yesterday when I was dropping Russell off in Georgetown on my way to San Antonio, the recruiter for that technical writing position called to tell me that he didn't think my resume was the right fit for the company after he got more info. on the job... but it's okay. I really, really, really want a job. But for right now, I'm just going to remember that God has a plan and I cannot speed it up. I've recently applied to many positions in the area, bought an interview suit, and made two different types of resumes. I am prepared! So until I receive an interview offer, I will wait. I mean, come on now, free house, free food, free internet.... I can get used to this! Haha... just kidding. I'm going to find a job as soon as possible because I am very excited about getting my own place. :) I talked to my dad about how I feel like such a loser for moving back home. For four years, I've had this vision ofme graduating college, landing a great job, and moving into my own place. It's shame I had to graduate during the worst economical times of my generation. Sheesh! But it's okay- I know something will work out, and I am very thankful that I have parents to stay with!
Tomorrow I'm headed back to Georgetown, and then Belton. Russell and I are celebrating Christmas early with his sister's family and then we're headed back to Belton so I can prepare for graduation. I'm pretty excited! Then, on Saturday, I'll receive my diploma, eat lunch with friends and family, and then come back to San Antonio. It'll be fun- I think Russell and I are planning on doing the river walk thing for one day, head out to the malls, and all that jazz. After spending Christmas with my family, we're driving to Tennessee! That will be so much fun. I will definitely have to take pictures for that one :)
Tomorrow I'm headed back to Georgetown, and then Belton. Russell and I are celebrating Christmas early with his sister's family and then we're headed back to Belton so I can prepare for graduation. I'm pretty excited! Then, on Saturday, I'll receive my diploma, eat lunch with friends and family, and then come back to San Antonio. It'll be fun- I think Russell and I are planning on doing the river walk thing for one day, head out to the malls, and all that jazz. After spending Christmas with my family, we're driving to Tennessee! That will be so much fun. I will definitely have to take pictures for that one :)
12/15/2008
Exciting events...
So I have one more final exam tomorrow and then I am finished with my BA degree!!! Woo-hoo!!!! So far I have two As, and am hoping for a 3rd :)
I also have a JOB INTERVIEW (again) on Wednesday! This one is going to be a little different though- I'm interviewing for a technical writing position in San Antonio. I really want it! I would love to say, "Oh, I'm a writer" when asked what I do for a living. I mean, really. How AWESOME would that be???? :) I'll keep you posted!
On Saturday I receive my diploma and then go home to SA! Russell and I are spending Christmas with my folks and I'm super pumped about that. We'll be there for about a week and then we are driving to Tennessee for New Years to spend it with his mom. So it will be a fun month!! Then, I come back to the REAL world. Eeeeek. Maybe I'll stay in Tennessee a little longer... ;)
I also have a JOB INTERVIEW (again) on Wednesday! This one is going to be a little different though- I'm interviewing for a technical writing position in San Antonio. I really want it! I would love to say, "Oh, I'm a writer" when asked what I do for a living. I mean, really. How AWESOME would that be???? :) I'll keep you posted!
On Saturday I receive my diploma and then go home to SA! Russell and I are spending Christmas with my folks and I'm super pumped about that. We'll be there for about a week and then we are driving to Tennessee for New Years to spend it with his mom. So it will be a fun month!! Then, I come back to the REAL world. Eeeeek. Maybe I'll stay in Tennessee a little longer... ;)
12/11/2008
one week!
So life has been good. I have a final exam tomorrow evening- our professor invited us to her house for dinner before, so as you can tell, the atmosphere is very laid back. She's making Mexican food and I'm very excited!
Russell and I are Christmas shopping tomorrow before the test, so that will be a lot of fun. Our first Christmas to shop for people- it just makes me excited. First anythings are always special. :)
So I'm broadening my job search to include pretty much anything that fits my degree. I am now applying for editorial positions, which is exciting. I'll keep you posted :)
Russell and I are Christmas shopping tomorrow before the test, so that will be a lot of fun. Our first Christmas to shop for people- it just makes me excited. First anythings are always special. :)
So I'm broadening my job search to include pretty much anything that fits my degree. I am now applying for editorial positions, which is exciting. I'll keep you posted :)
12/08/2008
feeling a little discouraged...
Lately I've been feeling like I've been waiting by my cell phone for the next school district to call me.... I'm still waiting.
While I am very excited for graduation to be here, I am also very sad because I'm moving away from my home, UMHB, and Russell. I'm going to miss being here a lot! But not having a job is also getting to me because I have no security. I would really like to be able to start soon. I'm hopeful that I will get a call soon... maybe my nerves will rest until then. :-0
Tonight I am writing the last paper of my college career! (For right now at least...) I've procrastinated from it but plan on doing well. It's about Walt Whitman. Fun, fun!
While I am very excited for graduation to be here, I am also very sad because I'm moving away from my home, UMHB, and Russell. I'm going to miss being here a lot! But not having a job is also getting to me because I have no security. I would really like to be able to start soon. I'm hopeful that I will get a call soon... maybe my nerves will rest until then. :-0
Tonight I am writing the last paper of my college career! (For right now at least...) I've procrastinated from it but plan on doing well. It's about Walt Whitman. Fun, fun!
12/07/2008
12 days...
until I graduate! woo-hoo!
I didn't get the job in Burnet :( But that's okay. It really was in a town kind of far from everything and I think it's a blessing in disguise that I didn't get it. I'm still applying to jobs. If you would like to pray for me I would be very grateful. I would love to start a real job as soon as possible. :)
Everyone should go to Lauren's blog (link on the right) and read her latest post! We had a garage sale yesterday and did really well! Sine we're moving out, we had to get rid of a lot of stuff! It was a good thing :)
Wrapping up is kind of sad, but I'm also happy in a way. UMHB has been a very good time in my life and I know I will miss it tremendously, but I am so thankful for the time I have had here. I have really learned a lot and feel like I've matured very much. And of course, I made some life-long friends here, and I am so excited about keeping up with everyone. It's bittersweet, but it is good.
:)
I didn't get the job in Burnet :( But that's okay. It really was in a town kind of far from everything and I think it's a blessing in disguise that I didn't get it. I'm still applying to jobs. If you would like to pray for me I would be very grateful. I would love to start a real job as soon as possible. :)
Everyone should go to Lauren's blog (link on the right) and read her latest post! We had a garage sale yesterday and did really well! Sine we're moving out, we had to get rid of a lot of stuff! It was a good thing :)
Wrapping up is kind of sad, but I'm also happy in a way. UMHB has been a very good time in my life and I know I will miss it tremendously, but I am so thankful for the time I have had here. I have really learned a lot and feel like I've matured very much. And of course, I made some life-long friends here, and I am so excited about keeping up with everyone. It's bittersweet, but it is good.
:)
11/22/2008
Happenings...
Yesterday I interviewed for a position in Burnet, and it sounded so perfect! The district sounded absolutely wonderful- very student-centered, and that's what I loved most. It just seemed to fit with my "philosophy" of education, and I am very hopeful that I get hired. Plus, Burnet is such a beautiful town, it would be very fun to live there. I don't find out until Tuesday, but I've decided that whatever the outcome, I will be happy.
Today I completed my pedagogy training through A+ Texas Teachers, and I am really happy with the program as a whole. I really do feel like they prepared me to do well in my classroom. My UMHB classes also helped me out, but it was different experiencing this training in a non-classroom setting.
Russell and I leave for Tennessee on Tuesday! I'm pretty excited. It's going to be a good 17-18 hour drive, but I haven't been out of state in a few years, so it will be fun. We're going for Thanksgiving to spend it with his family. It should be fun!! :)
Oh, and I graduate in 27 days!!!
Today I completed my pedagogy training through A+ Texas Teachers, and I am really happy with the program as a whole. I really do feel like they prepared me to do well in my classroom. My UMHB classes also helped me out, but it was different experiencing this training in a non-classroom setting.
Russell and I leave for Tennessee on Tuesday! I'm pretty excited. It's going to be a good 17-18 hour drive, but I haven't been out of state in a few years, so it will be fun. We're going for Thanksgiving to spend it with his family. It should be fun!! :)
Oh, and I graduate in 27 days!!!
11/08/2008
Weddings and Tests
I take my content exam today for teaching English. I'm not nervous at all! I've passed all the practice tests already, so it should be great. :)
I'm so excited! Last night, when Jenn and I were studying, she asked me to be her Maid of Honor!! I can't tell you how honored ;) I am that she asked!! She and Dean got engaged one week ago today, and I am sooooo excited for them! Now the helping with wedding plans begins! I can't tell you how happy I am about this. So if anyone out there has any "being a Maid of Honor" (I've only ever been a bridesmaid) tips, please feel free to pass them my way!
And who knows, maybe I'll be needing "being a bride" tips soon...
I'm so excited! Last night, when Jenn and I were studying, she asked me to be her Maid of Honor!! I can't tell you how honored ;) I am that she asked!! She and Dean got engaged one week ago today, and I am sooooo excited for them! Now the helping with wedding plans begins! I can't tell you how happy I am about this. So if anyone out there has any "being a Maid of Honor" (I've only ever been a bridesmaid) tips, please feel free to pass them my way!
And who knows, maybe I'll be needing "being a bride" tips soon...
11/03/2008
ba-dum ba-dum ba-dum ba-dum
Well, I've had a long day. But I'm glad it's the end now, because that means Monday is finished!
I sent off my cover letter and resume to two more districts today... hopefully I get a call for an interview soon! I've really been stressing out over this lately :( The thought of not finding a job for after graduation is really scary!!!
Today, after I got off of work, I went to work out. I ran a little more than two miles and worked on my arms and abs a bit. I needed it for some reason today. Then I went grocery shopping and made myself feel a whole lot better with some food in my pantry. Going out to eat is always tempting when your pantry is empty.
I know there is no real point to this post, but that's okay! :)
I sent off my cover letter and resume to two more districts today... hopefully I get a call for an interview soon! I've really been stressing out over this lately :( The thought of not finding a job for after graduation is really scary!!!
Today, after I got off of work, I went to work out. I ran a little more than two miles and worked on my arms and abs a bit. I needed it for some reason today. Then I went grocery shopping and made myself feel a whole lot better with some food in my pantry. Going out to eat is always tempting when your pantry is empty.
I know there is no real point to this post, but that's okay! :)
11/02/2008
Oh my goodness.
Well, the job interview went very well. I'm happy because I felt like I answered all of the questions without stumbling to find a "good" answer. I interviewed for a 6th grade English teaching position, but sadly, it had been filled earlier this week. My interviewer told me she really liked me and would flag my application for any future openings, so that's really good news.
I'm still in the process of applying to many other school districts. Right now, only 2 of them have an opening that fits me. Please pray for me! I know it's very hard to find a teaching job in the middle of the year, but I'm hopeful!!
Not much else is going on... but congrats to Jenn and Dean on their engagement!!! I'm so excited for them :)
I'm still in the process of applying to many other school districts. Right now, only 2 of them have an opening that fits me. Please pray for me! I know it's very hard to find a teaching job in the middle of the year, but I'm hopeful!!
Not much else is going on... but congrats to Jenn and Dean on their engagement!!! I'm so excited for them :)
10/30/2008
10/20/2008
"i see a light... it's so beautiful!"
Do you recognize that Bug's Life quote? :)
I got really excited today. I was officially approved for graduation, got fitted for my graduation regalia, AND picked out my college ring. Craziness- I graduate in 60 days!!
This semester's been good- even though I'm only taking 9 hours, I've earned an A on everything I've done, including my midterm for American Lit! Right now I'm focusing on a presentation I have to give for that class on Thursday. 10 minutes long, over Walt Whitman. There is just not enough research on the topic I'm doing.... but it's almost over! After Thursday, I will be 100% happy girl.
Well, not much is new... job fair next Tuesday! Maybe I'll get hired? :)
I got really excited today. I was officially approved for graduation, got fitted for my graduation regalia, AND picked out my college ring. Craziness- I graduate in 60 days!!
This semester's been good- even though I'm only taking 9 hours, I've earned an A on everything I've done, including my midterm for American Lit! Right now I'm focusing on a presentation I have to give for that class on Thursday. 10 minutes long, over Walt Whitman. There is just not enough research on the topic I'm doing.... but it's almost over! After Thursday, I will be 100% happy girl.
Well, not much is new... job fair next Tuesday! Maybe I'll get hired? :)
10/15/2008
happy 215th post to meeeee....
I know it's a random number, but I think 215 is a lot! ;)
Well, the reality that is growing up is smacking me in the face harder and harder everyday. Today I found out that I reeeeally need a job with health insurance, and fast! It makes me wonder how many college graduates go without it!
So resume making and job hunting I will be doing.... so just in case you hear of anyone who needs a teacher, preferably a 4-th-8th grade English teacher, you know who to tell!!!!
:)
Well, the reality that is growing up is smacking me in the face harder and harder everyday. Today I found out that I reeeeally need a job with health insurance, and fast! It makes me wonder how many college graduates go without it!
So resume making and job hunting I will be doing.... so just in case you hear of anyone who needs a teacher, preferably a 4-th-8th grade English teacher, you know who to tell!!!!
:)
10/14/2008
breaks = happiness
This weekend was sooooo good :) Here's a pic of us on the way back from SA- we had stopped in Georgetown on the way, so that portion of the pic that caused you to ask, "Where are they?"... well, it's Georgetown. (sheesh, you were dying to know right??)
My parents were so sweet and did so much for us. They cooked fajitas for us on Sunday, and then last night they took us out to Outback. We had some pretty good laughs- I'm glad because they're all getting to know one another some more, which is why I really like bringing Russell home.
Today we went to Texas State so Russell could talk to the Rhet & Comp department chair. It was sooooo awesome!! She said it was a competitive program, but I know he'll get in. And I loved San Marcos and the surrounding area. It would be wonderful to find a job right in town. Here's a pic of us at Texas State. Isn't the background pretty? There was this huge park-type area (with ducks and cranes!) right next to our parking lot, so we decided to take a few pics. I really liked the scenery!Well, that's how good fall break was! Now I'm back at school, kind of dreading school, but at least there are only 3 more days of this week!! Woo-hoo!! Thanks to everyone for wishing me a great fall break :)
10/11/2008
fall break
so the weekend is finally here! and i get to have a 4-day weekend :)
russell and i are driving to SA tomorrow afternoon to hang out with my parents. lots of bar-b-q and horseshoes going on. :) i'm excited! we're also visiting texas state on tuesday- woo hoo for figuring out grad school stuff. i think i might take a peek at the town itself to see if i want to live there.
i've had a rough week. i got sick on tuesday and am still trying to recuperate. going to school and work hasn't been fun, but thank goodness i'm getting over it.
well, i guess i shall go. just thought i'd give a quick update. sorry for the lack of profoundness.
russell and i are driving to SA tomorrow afternoon to hang out with my parents. lots of bar-b-q and horseshoes going on. :) i'm excited! we're also visiting texas state on tuesday- woo hoo for figuring out grad school stuff. i think i might take a peek at the town itself to see if i want to live there.
i've had a rough week. i got sick on tuesday and am still trying to recuperate. going to school and work hasn't been fun, but thank goodness i'm getting over it.
well, i guess i shall go. just thought i'd give a quick update. sorry for the lack of profoundness.
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