I am so pumped about tonight. Our church is starting a two week in depth study over the book of Ezekiel.
The book of Ezekiel tells a very important message...
"We must be overcomers or we will be overcome. Ezekiel challenged us to experience a life changing vision of God's power, knowledge, eternal presence and holiness; to let God direct us; to comprehend the depth of and commitment to evil that lodges in each human heart; to recognize that God holds His servants responsible for warning wicked men of their peril; to experience a living relationship with Jesus Christ, who said that the new covenant is to be found in His blood."
I can't wait to see His plan continue to unfold for my life. It's refreshing and calming all at the same time.
Happy Hump Day!
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Educational Shows
I think the History channel is beyond boring. I even like history. But they are doing this new thing where they don't talk about history at all. I know, completely weird concept here. They talk about things that have you shaking your head in disbelief. "Where do they find these people?" comes to mind. I mean don't get me wrong, they still do have some high quality informative shows, like Ice Road Truckers.
I'm a closet fan of IRT. If you make it an acronym, you automatically gain street cred'
How can you not get drawn into that show? I mean black ice, frozen terrain, men and one sole woman (who I'm convinced they put on the show as the sex factor,) risking their lives to deliver a trailer full of goods. It's addicting. Don't knock it. Watch one episode and you'll be hooked.
This clearly makes me an avid history fan. Nothing screams history like a bunch of burly men hauling goods through an Alaskan icebox.
But I have to draw the line somewhere in regards to the high quality shows the History channel is broadcasting, and that line is right before "Swamp People."
Once again, "Where do they find these people?"
Answer: In the swamplands of Louisiana.
The whole show is based on these extremely unrefined people hunting alligators. I'm not making this stuff up! I'm also not playing the hoity toity card. These people put the "red" in the word "redneck." They actually say, "OOohhh doggy! That dang' on gator almost bit my hand off. It's dangerous here in these ole' swamps."
Wait, I think I just quoted "Happy Gilmore."
Randy would be so proud.
So get some history in your life by tuning into "Swamp People." It may not be an educational show, but it definitely shows the justification for an education.
adios alligator affecionados!
p.s. happy birthday to my fabulous sister in law! Love you Kaytlyn!
I'm a closet fan of IRT. If you make it an acronym, you automatically gain street cred'
How can you not get drawn into that show? I mean black ice, frozen terrain, men and one sole woman (who I'm convinced they put on the show as the sex factor,) risking their lives to deliver a trailer full of goods. It's addicting. Don't knock it. Watch one episode and you'll be hooked.
This clearly makes me an avid history fan. Nothing screams history like a bunch of burly men hauling goods through an Alaskan icebox.
But I have to draw the line somewhere in regards to the high quality shows the History channel is broadcasting, and that line is right before "Swamp People."
Once again, "Where do they find these people?"
Answer: In the swamplands of Louisiana.
The whole show is based on these extremely unrefined people hunting alligators. I'm not making this stuff up! I'm also not playing the hoity toity card. These people put the "red" in the word "redneck." They actually say, "OOohhh doggy! That dang' on gator almost bit my hand off. It's dangerous here in these ole' swamps."
Wait, I think I just quoted "Happy Gilmore."
Randy would be so proud.
So get some history in your life by tuning into "Swamp People." It may not be an educational show, but it definitely shows the justification for an education.
adios alligator affecionados!
p.s. happy birthday to my fabulous sister in law! Love you Kaytlyn!
Sunday, October 10, 2010
the excitement list
In case you didn't know, it's 10/10/10...
We know people! I saw it on the calendar too. I can read a calendar very well.
Okay, I'm moving on because this is my "what makes me smile" list and not what peeves me list.
Smiling list!
1) My banana nut chocolate chip muffins I made today. I'm presenting to the 8th grade teachers at 8am tomorrow, so I whipped up a little breakfast treat for them because I feel bad they have to listen to me talk about riveting testing procedures for the upcoming pre-Psat test first thing in the morning.
2)Halloween is almost here. After much pondering, I decided to host my annual Halloween party. Last year, we had friends over,and I served spooky themed food. It was so much fun. I almost have to host a party. I will be so bummed if I can't create a weird Halloween menu. Plus, our house is definitely in the holiday spirit. Now if only I can get people to dress up.
My new candy dish!
We are ready for the trick or treaters!
Please direct your eyes to the bottom right corner. My rats are fabulous!
3) My friend Lindsay from college is getting married on Saturday! We are driving to San Angelo for a weekend get-away in order to help celebrate her special day. Lindsay and I were in Texas Lonestars in college. We worked together at the Freshman Admissions Center, and she is a dear friend of mine. She now lives in Minneapolis, so I'm very excited to see her. Also it'll be fun to have a mini- Lonestar reunion.
People/animals not so happy... Mopac and Randy.
R: "Penny that's the day of the Nebraska/UT game."
P: "Umm we will probably lose."
R: "I just don't understand how people would want to get married during football season. We got married in the summer for a reason."
geez...he should probably be more worried about listening to me complain in the car about how bored I am/how uncomfortable the seat is/how long it's taking to get there/how boring the scenery is/etc...
Mopac was a little sad after we told her tonight. But she's feeling better once she figured out she's going to her Aunt Leslie and Uncle Derryk's house. She loves staying with them! They spoil her rotten, and Derryk can't seem to say "No" to her.
4) Kohl's cares continues...
Dr. Seuss, you steal my heart. I hope one day I can share these treasures with a little one. If not, Randy will be hearing me recite these fabulous tales, him and Mopac:)
How cute are the accompanying stuffed animals?
So, I'm not going to admit this to Randy, but the pink stuffed toy might be a tad/eenie/tiny/bit/barely noticeable/a super insignificant amount of scary. But keep in mind, Kohl's made these. Dr. Seuss did not create the stuffed toy. The foul is on Kohl's, but really can you get mad? They are bringing the love of Dr. Seuss to kids around the world.
Have a great week everyone!
We know people! I saw it on the calendar too. I can read a calendar very well.
Okay, I'm moving on because this is my "what makes me smile" list and not what peeves me list.
Smiling list!
1) My banana nut chocolate chip muffins I made today. I'm presenting to the 8th grade teachers at 8am tomorrow, so I whipped up a little breakfast treat for them because I feel bad they have to listen to me talk about riveting testing procedures for the upcoming pre-Psat test first thing in the morning.
2)Halloween is almost here. After much pondering, I decided to host my annual Halloween party. Last year, we had friends over,and I served spooky themed food. It was so much fun. I almost have to host a party. I will be so bummed if I can't create a weird Halloween menu. Plus, our house is definitely in the holiday spirit. Now if only I can get people to dress up.
My new candy dish! We are ready for the trick or treaters!
Please direct your eyes to the bottom right corner. My rats are fabulous!
3) My friend Lindsay from college is getting married on Saturday! We are driving to San Angelo for a weekend get-away in order to help celebrate her special day. Lindsay and I were in Texas Lonestars in college. We worked together at the Freshman Admissions Center, and she is a dear friend of mine. She now lives in Minneapolis, so I'm very excited to see her. Also it'll be fun to have a mini- Lonestar reunion.
People/animals not so happy... Mopac and Randy.
R: "Penny that's the day of the Nebraska/UT game."
P: "Umm we will probably lose."
R: "I just don't understand how people would want to get married during football season. We got married in the summer for a reason."
geez...he should probably be more worried about listening to me complain in the car about how bored I am/how uncomfortable the seat is/how long it's taking to get there/how boring the scenery is/etc...
Mopac was a little sad after we told her tonight. But she's feeling better once she figured out she's going to her Aunt Leslie and Uncle Derryk's house. She loves staying with them! They spoil her rotten, and Derryk can't seem to say "No" to her.
4) Kohl's cares continues...
Dr. Seuss, you steal my heart. I hope one day I can share these treasures with a little one. If not, Randy will be hearing me recite these fabulous tales, him and Mopac:)
How cute are the accompanying stuffed animals?
So, I'm not going to admit this to Randy, but the pink stuffed toy might be a tad/eenie/tiny/bit/barely noticeable/a super insignificant amount of scary. But keep in mind, Kohl's made these. Dr. Seuss did not create the stuffed toy. The foul is on Kohl's, but really can you get mad? They are bringing the love of Dr. Seuss to kids around the world.
Have a great week everyone!
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Quote of the night
Randy and I are about to settle down with our ice cream/sherbet combos and Modern Family we have on the DVR. Well Mopac has become quite the beggar, and since her MiMi gives her Blue Bell vanilla ice cream as a treat when she goes to visit, Mopac thinks this stuff was made for her.
So she begs, and she's in your face. Literally, you have to push her away so she doesn't lick the sugar off of your face.
Penny: "Mopac when have you become so dependent on hand outs?"
Randy (under his breath): She's a democrat.
lol lol lol lol
So she begs, and she's in your face. Literally, you have to push her away so she doesn't lick the sugar off of your face.
Penny: "Mopac when have you become so dependent on hand outs?"
Randy (under his breath): She's a democrat.
lol lol lol lol
Highlights
3 things have me smiling today...
1) This email arrived in my inbox today...
"Brilliant Bags under $200, plus 20% off." -Coach Factory Store
2) The whole "I like it..." bit on Facebook actually means "where do you like to put your purse?" Thank goodness! Because seeing status updates that read, "I like it on the floor or the kitchen table" had me gasping. I was worried there for a second. I mean how many perverted friends is too many? You gotta draw the line somewhere.
Mother Penny found this out the old-fashioned, ultra hip way...Google!
3) I saw my kiddos today!!!!! I had a training this morning near my old school. Well, the seventh graders were on lunch, so I just had to swing by and see my all grown-up former sixth graders. It totally made my day. I left there with such an amazing feeling. Randy asked if I need this kinda reinforcement to feel good. The answer, shamelessly, is heck yes! What a reinforcement squasher!
Affirmation is a great thing! I had 20 something girls shriek out "MRS. LUEDERS!!!" and give me great big bear hugs. The boys were even doing that whole "should I hug her or do fist bumps, arm up, oh no half down, scratch my head/awkwardness?"
Oh how I miss them!
Oh the joys of the awkwardness of middle schoolers!
They've grown up so much over the summer! It was great checking up on them and hearing how well they are liking 7th grade. It's also nice to hear that they remembered some of the things I taught them last year. I loved getting to hear about all of their extracurricular activities they can now participate in as 7th graders.
One kid said, "Mrs. Lueders I've been waiting all season long to play your new school because I know you'll be there." I can't wait to show up and cheer on both sides.
Sorry this post is me tooting my own horn...but somedays you just need to toot it!
1) This email arrived in my inbox today...
"Brilliant Bags under $200, plus 20% off." -Coach Factory Store
2) The whole "I like it..." bit on Facebook actually means "where do you like to put your purse?" Thank goodness! Because seeing status updates that read, "I like it on the floor or the kitchen table" had me gasping. I was worried there for a second. I mean how many perverted friends is too many? You gotta draw the line somewhere.
Mother Penny found this out the old-fashioned, ultra hip way...Google!
3) I saw my kiddos today!!!!! I had a training this morning near my old school. Well, the seventh graders were on lunch, so I just had to swing by and see my all grown-up former sixth graders. It totally made my day. I left there with such an amazing feeling. Randy asked if I need this kinda reinforcement to feel good. The answer, shamelessly, is heck yes! What a reinforcement squasher!
Affirmation is a great thing! I had 20 something girls shriek out "MRS. LUEDERS!!!" and give me great big bear hugs. The boys were even doing that whole "should I hug her or do fist bumps, arm up, oh no half down, scratch my head/awkwardness?"
Oh how I miss them!
Oh the joys of the awkwardness of middle schoolers!
They've grown up so much over the summer! It was great checking up on them and hearing how well they are liking 7th grade. It's also nice to hear that they remembered some of the things I taught them last year. I loved getting to hear about all of their extracurricular activities they can now participate in as 7th graders.
One kid said, "Mrs. Lueders I've been waiting all season long to play your new school because I know you'll be there." I can't wait to show up and cheer on both sides.
Sorry this post is me tooting my own horn...but somedays you just need to toot it!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
animals + extra sense
So I never really understood the notion that animals have a sixth sense? I mean can dogs and cats really be that intuitive to their owners' lives, emotions, and feelings?
I never thought so until now! Oh boy! Here comes another "Mopac is wonderful" story. You better believe it she's wonderful! She lights up my life.
Things are tough in life right now. Randy and I have tons of things going on. We are learning to trust in Him and His will, when we really can't see through the mirk. We are waiting patiently to see His promises unfold. I'm juggling a new job-figuring out if this really is my career...eeek! Why does the word "career" sound so permanent?
The bottom line is...I'm a mess!
The beauty of this is...God loves me! I am a completely broken, ugly, confused, wet hot mess. And He loves me more than I can fathom!
Mopac's love is pretty amazing too. She always knows when I need her the most.
Wow... you're thinking, "this lady is nuts."
But let me explain...Mopac is little Miss Independent. She never sleeps with us. She usually roams around at night or sleeps on the couch. But lately she's found her way to my side of the bed. She's curled up with me lately to be my security blanket. She twitches her little butt close to my stomach and snuggles with me all night long.
Another example> My right arm is slowly going numb because Mopac's face is draped over my wrist as I type. Did I tell you she can read now? That's why she's here. She's providing me some writing feedback.
She really is super dog. I will beat up anyone who disagrees with me. Don't mess with me this week, people! I am definitely getting some fight back in me;)
I never thought so until now! Oh boy! Here comes another "Mopac is wonderful" story. You better believe it she's wonderful! She lights up my life.
Things are tough in life right now. Randy and I have tons of things going on. We are learning to trust in Him and His will, when we really can't see through the mirk. We are waiting patiently to see His promises unfold. I'm juggling a new job-figuring out if this really is my career...eeek! Why does the word "career" sound so permanent?
The bottom line is...I'm a mess!
The beauty of this is...God loves me! I am a completely broken, ugly, confused, wet hot mess. And He loves me more than I can fathom!
Mopac's love is pretty amazing too. She always knows when I need her the most.
Wow... you're thinking, "this lady is nuts."
But let me explain...Mopac is little Miss Independent. She never sleeps with us. She usually roams around at night or sleeps on the couch. But lately she's found her way to my side of the bed. She's curled up with me lately to be my security blanket. She twitches her little butt close to my stomach and snuggles with me all night long.
Another example> My right arm is slowly going numb because Mopac's face is draped over my wrist as I type. Did I tell you she can read now? That's why she's here. She's providing me some writing feedback.
She really is super dog. I will beat up anyone who disagrees with me. Don't mess with me this week, people! I am definitely getting some fight back in me;)
Sunday, October 3, 2010
tuesday=movie release
Look what I'm going to buy on Tuesday!
Yes! Yes! Yes!
One of my favorites is now going to be on Blu-ray! This is one of those rare occasions when I get to say, "I love Randy's PS3."
Belle is beautiful. I wanted to be her when I was little! Who didn't want to be a Disney princess when they were little? Because let's face it, I was never going to pull off red hair and achieve the Ariel look. Oh what a shame. Because if truth be told, I could belt out "Up where they walk, up where they run, up where they stay all day in the sun" just as beautifully as she did...My mom can vouch for this;)
So Belle is my close second. I loved how she was a reading nerd. And little chip just steals my heart and I could have adopted Mrs. Potts as my grandmother...that Walt Disney is so clever. He has kids around the world wanting dishes for grandparents.
Thanks Walt for turning me into the biggest, most hopeless romantic ever!
bon jour!
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