Well, here is my first post of the new year. 2013. Time is flying by now, with two children, a wife of almost four years, and getting the hang of our jobs (six months into them).
Song leading at FBC Doerun has been great. The people have been so kind and complimentary since I took over leading the congregational singing in Oct. 2012 and I have thoroughly enjoyed it. The folks rotate different piano and organ players every few months, so that has taken some getting used to.
Zachary turned four months old on Jan. 11 and he continues to amaze us every day. Audrey is so grown up now; she'll be three in July and she is going to be SO much smarter than her mom and me. She knows her alphabet, counts to 10, and is almost potty trained. She is amazing!
Missy is hanging in there and working hard at teaching English. She begins the TAPP program this month (alternate certification to be state certified in Georgia) in addition to teaching English and grading all those papers. She should be done with the classes/program by December. We keep reminding ourselves: at least she didn't have to go get another Master's degree...more cost, more work, etc.
I am enjoying myself and my classes; lots going on with five preps during the day, but I'm getting more organized by the day. I'm already starting to make plans for the 2013-14 school year for pictures and yearbook stuff so I'm excited that I will get to make those plans/preparations.
I'm trying to generate a lot of interest in broadcast and journalism for next year so that I can attract some quality people. Hopefully, we can continue to make some changes and build more interest in our products.
I'm not a fundraiser person. I've never liked selling things or begging for money...but I'm getting there. Yearbook needs an influx of cash and we've got to get on it. We're still trying to climb out of that $10,000 hole we find ourselves in. I'm hoping to make a dent in it this year and keep getting better for next year. We'll see.
God continues to bless and guide, even when the noise of this life gets so loud and overwhelming. Slowing down, taking time to focus is definitely needed/wanted and is the best way to keep that relationship closer. Pray that we'll continue to be wise and make decisions that keep us in His will. We're hoping to build a house soon; just have to see what it will cost...and make sure we can afford it! :-)
God is SO good.
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