one sentence

I was working on a job application a few weeks ago to a private school with religious affiliations.  The first page was all the typical stuff...  name, address, blah blah.  Then I flipped to the second page and was a bit surprised.  All of the questions on this page dealt with my faith.  Questions about my involvement in church, belief in Jesus, etc.  Then the last question said "Describe your relationship with the Lord."

Wow.

Have you ever tried to describe that in a sentence or two?  Ever even thought about it?!  Yea, me neither.  I'm one of those people who likes to thoroughly explain things.  I blame it on my former English teachers who always preached for more detail.  So I set the application aside trying to think of the perfect response to that question.  A few days went by and, finally, I got tired of seeing it sitting on my dresser.  I sat down and didn't write what was perfect, but it was certainly true.

I fail the Lord daily, but He never fails me.

One simple sentence.  And I really think that sums it up.  No matter how much effort I put into my relationship with God, I always fall short.  But ya know what?  He continues to put His blessings upon me anyway.  He loves me unconditionally.

On this Easter Sunday, what would your "one sentence" be?

Every year when I sit down and think about the true meaning of Easter, it gives me chills.  Take the time today to really think about Easter.  How merciful our God is.  And how blessed we all are.

um, the past month of my life... recap.

Holy cow.  It has been over a month since my last post.  Not because I lost interest... but because I literally couldn't find the time in the day to sit down and write a blog post.  Lesson plans and the Teacher Work Sample recently consumed my life.

 

However, I really can see the light at the end of the tunnel and I know this is all almost over :)

 

Now to more important things... allow me to recap the past month of my life in pictures.

 

1.  For some reason, at the end of February, I had the urge to go all natural... brunette.  I'm not sure if it was the meds from Mono that caused this urge but I did it.  (see proof below)

 

And then a whole 3 days later, I went blonde again just in time for March.  I tried, I really did.  I got compliments but it just wasn't me.  Apparently I am just supposed to have color-treated hair. 

Oh, and a big shout-out to Revlon hair color.  I chose to spend $7 and try the at-home color method.  I was nervous but it turned out to be quite foolproof.  I'm blonde - not orange - and that's about all a girl can ask for!

2.  I wrapped up my first placement of student teaching with my 2nd graders by finishing our "Grammar Garden"...

 ... and got a surprise party from the kiddos!  They gave me cupcakes, classroom supplies, and a book full of notes and pictures.  It melted my heart.  Those little ones were tough and gave me a run for my money most days, but they are the sweetest things and taught me so much.

On another note, my second placement is absolutely wonderful!  I cannot wait to finish out my student teaching with these 5th graders.  They are a great group!

3.  Marriage is still ever-so-exciting.  Nate's reaction below sums it up ;)

For real, though, I love always having somebody around that I can post embarassing pictures of on Facebook.  I mean, when ya fall asleep early, you're just asking for it.  He's a mighty good sport!  We are celebrating our 7 year dating anniversary today... and nearly 6 months of marriage.  It has been an amazing ride :)

4.  I finally took down my Christmas wreath (don't judge!) and made a wreath more Spring appropriate.

With the exception of the white flowers, it is made of items used for decor at our wedding.  I have to admit that it turned out great!  Now I just need to find a rug for our porch that doesn't have Christmas trees.  Suggestions, people!

5.  Wedding season is starting!!! :)
We showered our friends, Brent and Jess, a couple weeks ago.  They are getting married in a couple short months and received so many things to begin their lives together. 

(I have to admit that it's nice to be on the other side of weddings now.  Planning and paying for my wedding was more than enough to last me the rest of my life!)

And, of course, the boys can't go anywhere without getting into some kind of mischief.  Our friend, Jake, locked his keys in his truck at their shower.  So they had to make a trip to Wal-Mart for wire hangers and somehow managed to break-in.  Keep in mind that it was pouring rain at this time too.  This picture was taken in the dry climate of my car while sharing laughter with the girls.  I sometimes wonder if my sole purpose in life is just to document the crap they get into.  Gotta admit, it sure is entertaining ;)

6.  The pups become more spoiled each day.  How can you say no to these faces?!

 7.  Spring break has arrived for this girl!  The district that I'm student teaching in is a year-round school system so we receive two weeks for this break.  And, let me tell ya, I am beyond excited for this break.  My face pretty much sums up my emotions about it.

And that piece of paper on the right is my to-do list for the break.  I am now halfway done with it.  The inside of our home has now been deep-cleaned for Spring.  What a relief!  Today, I'm looking forward to some dinner and shopping with my friend, Nicole.  Then tomorrow, I get to pick up my cap and gown for graduation. Six and a half weeks, y'all!

8.  Finally, it looks as though Mother Nature will be cooperating the rest of my break and may actually throw in some spring weather.  Considering the fact that it has snowed the past two days, I'm ready.  And so is the rest of the state of Kentucky.

9.  What's coming up on my blog?  The final wedding recap pictures, recent obsession, spring/summer bucket list, Easter recap (I heart Easter!), and a few DIY projects that the Hubs and I have tackled.  :)

It feels good to be back, my friends.  Happy hump day!