Rachel's Challenge- Make a Chain Reaction

Today I was a substitute at Kirby Middle School where there was an assembly with a presentation of Rachel's Challenge. Rachel Joy Scott was the first person murdered in the Columbine shootings. Her goal in life was to impact the world and now her family is making sure that her death was not in vain and her dreams can still come true. Rachel was a special kind of person whose main goal was kindness to others. Today a very gifted speaker presented Rachel's story and her challenges to the Middle School. I think that her goals are wonderful and should be implemented in every classroom across America. Rachel's challenges to everyone everywhere will surely make this world a better place. Here is the short list, for more information on this wonderful person whose life had touch many while she was alive and millions now that she's gone, go to the website.

Eliminate prejudice in your life. 

Set goals for yourself 

Surround yourself with positive influences

Use kind words and do small acts of kindness 

Tell Those that you love you love them- Start a reaction.


The world can use such a positive influence and role model :)
www.rachelschallenge.org

The Land of No Fall

I am not sure how this fall is going to work out here. I know that in Oklahoma it doesn't start getting cool until later, more like October but I don't like the idea that it may never really get cooler here. Fall and Winter are by far my favorite seasons for many reasons. Lately I have been a little homesick for Stillwater and the life I had a year ago. I miss football, I miss the library, I miss studying at Aspen with great friends.I miss picking out a hoody to wear and feel comfy in. I love sweatpants and I honestly doubt I will get to wear them anytime soon. I miss the way the leaves change. Stillwater is really a beautiful place to be in the fall. It is so hot and sticky here. Constantly sticky. I really hope the good Lord intends on us moving north soon (and by soon I mean in the next 3 years, as much as I am annoyed by this weather I am even more annoyed by moving.) I love the cool air of fall, the way it feels on your cheek. Not sure that I was ready to leave the wonderful world of college either. I don't think anyone really wants to leave. I miss home, my family, football season and yes even studying. The vintage look of these books makes me miss fall and the library so very much. Perhaps I will just crank the air conditioner in our apartment to provide decent conditions to drink a cup of hot tea and read a good book.

OMG a Blog

I have decided to join the technologically advanced civilization and start a blog. I am also assuming that there are people out there who want to read what I have to say. That could be a large assumption. I believe a teacher once told me that we write because we think what we are saying is important. I am not sure that everything I have to say is important but I figured this is a great way to keep everyone updated on our lives here in the great state of TX. More to come soon. I am planning on posting some pictures of our wonderful apartment! love to all