Proposition 8

The head of the Family Social Science department sent this YouTube video to all of the students in the department. It's a very passionate news commentary about Proposition 8 in California. 

Follow this link:

www.youtube.com/watch?v1HpTBF6EfxY

OH HAPPY DAY

I am simply amazed and grateful that we have elected Barack Obama to be the 44th president of the United States. I feel that he truly is a transformational figure, and I am prouder to be an American now more than ever. I am so excited to see how he changes our country and the way the world sees us. I feel inspired by his leadership, and am eager to take part in changing this nation!!!! Just incredible..... I think this election is a crucial turning point in American history. GO PRESIDENT OBAMA!!!

Update!

Happy November 1st!! It's daylight savings right? That means an extra hour of sleep tonight!!!! 

This week: 

- I lead a breakout session at the study abroad orientation for the students going to Ecuador next semester. It was so much fun!! I loved sharing my experiences, and got joy from answering their questions. I'm the 'student consultant' for the program, so I'll be answering their emails and questions until they leave for Quito in January.

-I taught two very successful Spanish classes. Successful in the sense that the kids had fun, I wasn't exhausted at the end, and everybody learned something!! At one of my schools the principal approached me to introduce himself and let me know that they'll be hiring teachers in the next few years for their Spanish Immersion program. I was flattered that he took the time to talk to me, and wondered if it was a sign that maybe teaching is for me after all.... I'm still exploring.

-Today I went to Loretto, MN to a YMCA camp for a day retreat. I've been attending a 10-week class with 2 friends called Seek at a church in Minneapolis, Mercy Vineyard. Today was 'Holy Spirit Day', and we all went to this camp. It was a gorgeous day and a beautiful location. We had 3 different talks given by leaders of the church, as well as time for discussion, worship and prayer. It was a really great day and I felt really close to God and the people in my group.

-Last night I was a chef!! We went to Dinkytown for a bit to celebrate Halloween and see all the costumes. There were a lot of Sarah Palin's.

ok that's it for me!

I know you just can't get enough of my funny pictures. Therefore I thought I would put up MORE! I spent a great weekend at home, and so these pictures are not just of me but of my beloved family as well!!! Enjoy!! :) 

MOOORE pics

I lied...more pictures

Gotta love the Mac. Some more pics for your entertainment. The first 2 are special effects. In case you didn't know :) . The last one is me currently studying diligently ;) 

Life Update

It's been awhile since I've posted....and I have to be upfront and say this update will NOT be as exciting as my fun pictures from last time!!

** I'm registered to vote in Minnesota!! Yay!

**Teaching Spanish is going well. I'm amazed by the ability of kids to retain knowledge. My kids are great at remembering things from one week to the next!

**Today during class I was writing an example pen-pal letter and I had to write my age. One girl guessed I was 36, the other thought I was 16.... amusing. 

**I had a great weekend at home this past weekend. It was great to relax and get out of the cities for a few days! I got to see Megan too, who was home from Colorado with her hubby! I went to the apple orchard with Gma G and Dad too which was a lot of fun, and now I'm savoring every drop of apple cider and honey crisp apples! 

**I STILL haven't made scones (find the excellent recipe on marycrockerbarnes.blogspot.com) but am anxiously awaiting the day (soon) that I do!!!!

**I'm currently procrastinating.. I have a midterm tomorrow in the Semantics & Pragmatics of Spanish. It will be as fun as it sounds!!