Where Did October Go?

This month has gone by so fast!! It feels like we just started school, and now it is about to be the Holiday season! My update on me running couch to 5k is no more. Yes, I gave up..I stopped. I continued exercising some, then gradually fell off that boat. I am just not motivated. I hope to start back soon. School is going okay. I still enjoy teaching, but everything else that goes along with it steals the joy. My class has really improved in their behavior, which is a big plus. I have had to move desks around at least 2 times a week since we have been in school to get them where I want them behaviorally. It's working! You do what you have to do. Also, I have become a drill Sargent, which is so not my nature. We will survive! Thankful for what this group is teaching me.

My time with the Lord these past couple of weeks has been great!! God has really been showing me in His Word ways to be His hands and feet in my home and in the world. Satan is the father of lies. Satan has really been after my family . He seeks to corrupt families, churches, creativity, joy,--all goodness and truth. Anything God says is good, the enemy goes after. This verse has really stuck with me, ...Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature;for he is the father of lies." John 8:44b

I love my time in the morning before everyone gets going. Just me,my cup of cofee, my Bible, and Jesus!! :)

God's Beautiful World

Over Fall Break, the kids went back to North Carolina with Brian's parents. So, we decided to take a trip of our own. It was soooooooo relaxing-- 2 whole days with no schedules,no phone calls, no kids...Yes, it's true...We all need a break!! We went to Mountain View, Arkansas. Neither of us had ever been there before, we just wanted to see the mountains with all of the leaves changing. We were in awe of God's beauty! Thank you, Brian for this much needed trip....it was a pleasure to enjoy it with the love of my life!!

This dam was huge!

Loved this little country store--we even got some Christmas presents.

Loved this flower

Very yummy burger joint!

The natural spings....gorgeous...the guy too, LOL

I promised Nathan I would hike...you decide if you think this was truly a hike! :)

What Are My Kids Up To?

I would like to share about my 2 little blessings. They are sunshines in my life. Nathan....A teacher once told me," If every child could be like Nathan, the world would be a much better place". She says he is ALWAYS happy. I agree with her. Nathan LOVES life! His smile is contagious! Did I mention...smart? We worked so hard to pull his grade up this 9 weeks, and he did it. A/B honor roll! So proud of him.

Mari-Morgan.......She has become such a little lady with one of the kindest, loving hearts I've ever known. She loves Jesus, and she wants everyone to know that. She too is very smart, and so much fun!!

God has truly blessed me beyond measure.

Nathan has another love besides football and lizards. I haven't told you much about this, because we really didn't know if he was going to take this seriously. He loves "rock out" music and wants to play in a band one day. He is learning to play the electric guitar.... now, this is not one of my favorite instruments, but if it makes him want to be involved in music, I am all for it! Nathan is very gifted musically. He could sing a song at 2 years of age without missing a note or a beat. We believe God has gifted him in this area, so we told him he could play football only if he pursued something musically. He chose to take electric guitar lessons and has not looked back. He is still very much a beginner, and does not want to practice, but he is doing a good job. Keep it up, son!

First love

His last lizard Stewart died, so we do not have his second love right now.....

Third love

He just started playing cords

C chord

D chord

My Nathan!

MM...

Dr. Seuss Day

This is making her Dr. Seuss hat--right down her ally--she loves art!

MM had straight A's her first 9 weeks of second grade. So, we went to get a manicure! So fun!!

Walking in the rain with her "just like you doll" (American Girl).

Her first "writing process" publish.

Story about a cowgirl-she LOVES horses and cowgirl stuff!

Of course, she made a 100. A 95 is devastating for her! LOL

It's Been a Long Time

Well, I am finally back to the blogging world! I have missed it terribly, but life...well, it's hectic! I hope you guys didn't give up on me. I am going to try to keep you posted better on our "happenings". Below are just a few things that we have been up to over the past 6-7 weeks. Wow! I can't believe it has been that long!! Enjoy!!

School

School, school,school.......

I try to remind myself everyday that this is my job, not my life. Sometimes I feel like it is ALL I breathe. God is beginning to show me to only focus on what He desires for me to do at school. That is hard when pressure and expectations are so high. I love my school and my job, but I have to set my mind on things on things above...

My Little Dentist

Mari Morgan tagged along to my last dentist appointment. She was not expecting them to let her help out. She had a blast! Now, she says she wants to be a dentist. :)

Do you know who this is???????

My sweet parents....Scott and Lou Harrington

We recently celebrated Mom and Dad's 50th wedding anniversary. They were married on 9/11/1961. Thank you Mom and Dad for all of the sacrifices you have made for our family, and more personally me. I love you and would not be the person I am today without you. Thank you for loving and serving the Lord, and for loving me unconditionally.

Mari Morgan wanted me to take a picture of Sofee with a "pebbles" ponytail. Ha!

Mari Mogan's Decision

We told Mari Morgan that she had to choose between gymnastics and soccer. Not sure where the soccer came from....anyway. She chose to do gymnastics. She is in a class with 2 older girls that are a little more advanced than she is. Her coach suggested this for her. I was afraid that she would get discouraged, but she is doing fine. Her coach, Lauren, is very supportive, and she and MM likes her alot.

Her favorite thing is bars. She is getting to try harder things, and she loves it. She talked about this move all night long. She was so proud of herself. Watch and learn...Ha!

Football Fever

Nathan absolutely LOVES football. I don't understand why anyone would enjoy carrying around pads that weigh more than you and getting hit. Hard!!! Oh well, I guess it's a man thing. He does a really good job and we are proud of him. We love to watch him play, and best of all, his jersey this year is maroon--GO DOGS!

Oops, I mean GO MAROON TIGERS!!

Sweaty, stinky, but proud boy! They got a "w".