Monthly Archives: November 2011

In guitar class, I assigned a song-writing project. All of the kids put effort into this – a song is something very personal because it has to come from your heart, they told me. Some of them had wonderful melodies … Continue reading →

Last week the topic of forgiveness came up in 1st period devotions. ‘I need to know more about the importance of forgiveness. How to let go of bitterness built up against another.’ During one class period, I read the story … Continue reading →

Living in Europe, it’s not hard to have multicultural meals. One time we had French toast with Canadian syrup, Irish butter, and Costa Rican coffee made in a French press. We regularly get French and Swiss foods at the grocery … Continue reading →

Learning a new language can be a daunting task. It’s fun to watch Emily take her first steps toward learning German. She’s taking several good actions, such as going to German church to be immersed in the sound of the … Continue reading →

Saturday was the 2nd Music Recital of the fall. Music recitals give our students a chance to perform their polished pieces on stage for family, friends, and dorm staff. I opened the recital by reading from 1 Corinthians 4: 5For … Continue reading →

What is hope? In the Old Testament, there were several different words that we translate into “hope.” Some of the definitions include: Eager Anticipation Object of Longing Confidence Trust Something waited for To confide in To trust To wait The … Continue reading →

Two weeks to go until the show, “What’s a Seuss? Does anybody know?” wondered a befuddled flute player his understanding couldn’t be grayer.   He’s an author, I explained, my expression somewhat pained. A wacky children’s writer, and a goofy … Continue reading →

Last week was a very blessed birthday week. Monday I was kidnapped from HBR where I was dorm subbing and taken blindfolded to a surprise party at Kristi, Anna, and Emily’s apartment – full of laughter, food, games, balloons, blessing … Continue reading →