Complete

All the work is done for this term.  It really has been a terrible term.  Between conflict with a teacher that was completely draining to having the most demanding class I've ever taken this term, it has been EXHAUSTING!!

I am waiting on final grades.  I may lose my 4.0 this term.  There's a pretty good chance of it, actually.

I'll update more tomorrow!

Pride

As many of my visitors know, my daughter Kimberly was competing in the National American Miss Oregon State Pageant.  This pageant was held this weekend.   She raised all but $50 all by herself and we appreciate everyone's support!

We are so proud of her.  While she did not place in the pageant, she did win 1st place in the Photogenic Optionals competition which entitles her to go to Nationals in November.

Below is a picture of her with her trophy and the roses Daddy gave her and the picture that won her first place.

WAY TO GO KIMBERLY!!

WE ARE SOOOOO PROUD OF YOU!

Losing Sucks!

So, I didn't win the election, which really sucks.  However, it will give me time to work on other stuff.  I am disappointed though.

Another Convention

I am at Phi Theta Kappa's Regional Convention in Boise, Idaho, and am running for Northern District Executive.  I'm waiting for the results now and will update when I get them.

I also get to see my BFF Trish tonight.  I never get to see her and I can't wait.

By the way, if you're ever in Boise, do not visit Beauty Nails in Boise Towne Square Mall.  I went for a pedicure last night and it was AWFUL.  They ran out of hot water, the lady didn't really work on the callus spots at all, and they rushed us out because it was near closing time and my toes didn't get dry before I put my shoes on.  So basically, the whole thing was a waste!

5 Things I Learned at Convention

We had a great time at convention.  We met some nice people and I learned alot.  Here is a list of the top 5 things I learned at convention:

1. Geeks/Nerds/etc. have very little people skills.  Many people were awkward or downright rude.
2. A hotel with a 3 star rating does not mean that you will have a clean bathroom or a TV you can watch.
3. You will not be able to complete any homework while attending a convention.
4. Never underestimate the value of a good pair of walking shoes.  I bought some Ecco's on the last day and I soooo wish I had done it earlier
5. You never know who you are going to run into in the hotel lobby.  Deadliest Catch fans will recognize Capt. Keith from the Wizard. 

Convention

The Phi Theta Kappa Convention begins tomorrow morning in Seattle.  Myself (the VP of Leadership), and our VP of Fellowship are travelling from Portland to Seattle on the train this morning.  It should be a very productive trip, and I'm looking forward to getting alot out of it.  Getting homework done while I'm gone should be a challenge, but the whole trip should be fun.

Spring Term First Week

This has been an interesting first week back.  Besides reading, there is very little work to be done.  It's a nice way to transition into a new term.  None of my classes are very exciting, except for maybe Group Communication.  That instructor is a laugh RIOT!  For our second class meeting, she simply posted a scavenger hunt list on the door and each of groups had do go do things.  It was pretty cool.

The kids are dealing with Mom going back to school pretty well.  They began softball, baseball, flag football, and cheer this week, so they are plenty busy with their own stuff this week.  We're going to be busy, busy, BUSY!