Paper Writing

Today, I received a paper back that I wrote for one of my classes this semester. I thought I put a lot of time and effort into this paper and when I received the paper back, well it was not the grade I was expecting. For me, this graduate work, I have taken more serious than my undergraduate work. I do not know if it is the money that I am investing into it (even though I am still paying loans from UG), if I want to prove to myself and others that I can do it, or I just want to show others that I can be smart. This brings me to a dilemma because every semester I strive to get an A. Andrew would tell you that I really try hard, but overemphasize the grades. I really struggle with being disappointed with getting a grade that I did not want and I become sad. Why is this that I struggle like this? Shouldn't I be happy if I get an A-? This brings me to the sermon, our pastor spoke about last Sunday. The one about Spiritual Practices highlighting Freedom. Why is it that I am trying to please other people? Should I not be the one pleasing God in all that I do? Hmm...I think I need to listen to that sermon over and over again.

TSO Concert

Andrew and I went to the Trans Siberian Orchestra again for the 6th year in the row. We had a great time first going to Stanford's Restaurant for dinner and then off to the Rose Garden for the concert. It was great and enjoyable once again.

Us

This is just us attempting a somewhat good picture. We were about to leave to go to a fundraiser with the Johnson's, Whaley's, and some other people at the Hilton in Portland. It was a great night and fun to hang out and learn more about Sarah's previous job.

Expensive

Why is graduate school so expensive. Looking at expenses coming up...
*Renewal of teaching license
*Graduation application fee
*Monthly graduate tuition
*Practicum fee
*ESOL endorsement test
Ready to be done with this master's degree. I am almost done with this semester and then only ONE more to go!

PLUS on top of paying our regular bills. Argh....so many bills, but we continue to trust that God will provide for us financially, spiritually, and letting us learn from Him

No Deal

Lame....Oneida has cancelled our order. TOO GOOD to be true! =(