While on Pinterest today, I came across a pin about a letter a dad wrote to his daughter, about her future husband. It was amazingly, beautifully written, and I think every woman should read it.
Enjoy!
Monday, April 21, 2014
Friday, April 18, 2014
Itching to Play the Violin Again
I played the violin for a couple years in elementary school (fourth and fifth grade), and then quit. I seriously regret quitting, as hearing people play the instrument makes me wish I had kept going with it, and was still playing it now.
When I was at a local thrift store yesterday, I found a CD by one of my favorite violinists, Andre Rieu, a Dutch musician, and it made me want to pick up the violin again.
My other favorite is David Garrett, a German-American violinist. I heard about him the same way I heard about Andre Rieu, by seeing concerts of them on TV a few years ago.
My sister got me into the instrument, when she played in school. I remember she had shown me how to play a few notes on her violin, and had me play them. When I did, she brought me over to our parents to show them that I could play the notes.
I am so glad she got me into this, as I love the sound of violins, and had fun in my elementary school's orchestra.
I'm planning on saving up for a new(er) violin, as the one I have from when I was in elementary school is too small for me.
Music is a big part of my life, and love my range of favorite music, from classical, to pop, to country, to Christian, to foreign.
I am looking forward to getting back into the fray of things, and relearning how to play the violin. I just need to actually practice playing regularly, because I didn't like to practice very much in elementary school.
When I was at a local thrift store yesterday, I found a CD by one of my favorite violinists, Andre Rieu, a Dutch musician, and it made me want to pick up the violin again.
My other favorite is David Garrett, a German-American violinist. I heard about him the same way I heard about Andre Rieu, by seeing concerts of them on TV a few years ago.
My sister got me into the instrument, when she played in school. I remember she had shown me how to play a few notes on her violin, and had me play them. When I did, she brought me over to our parents to show them that I could play the notes.
I am so glad she got me into this, as I love the sound of violins, and had fun in my elementary school's orchestra.
I'm planning on saving up for a new(er) violin, as the one I have from when I was in elementary school is too small for me.
Music is a big part of my life, and love my range of favorite music, from classical, to pop, to country, to Christian, to foreign.
I am looking forward to getting back into the fray of things, and relearning how to play the violin. I just need to actually practice playing regularly, because I didn't like to practice very much in elementary school.
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
I Still Want to Be a Special Education Teacher
Even though I didn't do well in classes while I was going for my special education degree, and had to switch majors, I still want to be a special education teacher.
Part of the reason is that I have a learning disability myself, and have some idea what it's like to be in the special education program, and some idea what those students go through.
Another part is because I have several friends who have disabilities, both physical and non-physical. They have inspired me to want to be a special education teacher.
Also, I love children, and this is probably the best way for me to help them.
Although, I am a very shy person, and do NOT like speaking in front of a group of people. And, I didn't really do in school, until I got to college. And I didn't really like school because of this.
But, I still want to try again for my special education degree. I also tend to check out teaching ideas on Pinterest, for if I do become a teacher. There are a lot of great teaching ideas on there, which makes me want to be a teacher even more.
I also plan on going for my teacher's aide degree as well. So, even if I don't become the main teacher in a classroom, I'll still be able to help out in the classroom, as an assistant.
I just hope that I can do better this time in my classes, than last time. I seriously want to get a degree in this field. And that I will have a lot of support in this dream.
Although, this won't happen for a while, as I want to concentrate on finishing my baking/pastry degree, before starting another one.
Part of the reason is that I have a learning disability myself, and have some idea what it's like to be in the special education program, and some idea what those students go through.
Another part is because I have several friends who have disabilities, both physical and non-physical. They have inspired me to want to be a special education teacher.
Also, I love children, and this is probably the best way for me to help them.
Although, I am a very shy person, and do NOT like speaking in front of a group of people. And, I didn't really do in school, until I got to college. And I didn't really like school because of this.
But, I still want to try again for my special education degree. I also tend to check out teaching ideas on Pinterest, for if I do become a teacher. There are a lot of great teaching ideas on there, which makes me want to be a teacher even more.
I also plan on going for my teacher's aide degree as well. So, even if I don't become the main teacher in a classroom, I'll still be able to help out in the classroom, as an assistant.
I just hope that I can do better this time in my classes, than last time. I seriously want to get a degree in this field. And that I will have a lot of support in this dream.
Although, this won't happen for a while, as I want to concentrate on finishing my baking/pastry degree, before starting another one.
Monday, April 14, 2014
Sunday, April 13, 2014
Finding Vivian Maier
On April 4th, while volunteering at the library delivering materials to homebound patrons, I was using a photography app on my phone, and the guy I was volunteering with noticed. I told him I am really into photography, and that I plan to get my photography degree someday.
This past Friday, he surprised me by giving me this article, about a documentary called "Finding Vivian Maier" :
It is in theaters right now, and none of the theaters near me are playing it, so I will have to wait until it comes out on DVD to see it.
It is about a photographer, Vivian Maier, who worked as a nanny in Chicago's northern suburbs. She would take the children she looked after on many expeditions, and took many, many photos on those expeditions.
It seems interesting, so I will definitely check it out when I can get a chance.
So, to the guy I volunteer with every Friday morning, thank you for giving me this article. I really appreciate it!!
This past Friday, he surprised me by giving me this article, about a documentary called "Finding Vivian Maier" :
It is in theaters right now, and none of the theaters near me are playing it, so I will have to wait until it comes out on DVD to see it.
It is about a photographer, Vivian Maier, who worked as a nanny in Chicago's northern suburbs. She would take the children she looked after on many expeditions, and took many, many photos on those expeditions.
It seems interesting, so I will definitely check it out when I can get a chance.
So, to the guy I volunteer with every Friday morning, thank you for giving me this article. I really appreciate it!!
Saturday, April 12, 2014
Living the Single Life
I have never had a boyfriend, and although I do want to be in a relationship someday, I am perfectly content with being single at the moment.
I can focus more on my schooling, and finding a job, and taking care of myself.
Yes, I do eventually want to have a boyfriend, and eventually a husband, but it's not a huge priority at the moment. Though, I am starting to get a little anxious about when that will happen, as I am getting close to 30, and I really want to start a family of my own.
This is my favorite "single" song, that Natasha Bedingfield sings. It pretty much sums it up for me right now.
Although, I am starting to think about (hopefully) getting in a relationship someday soon, as I really want to get married and start a family. And I'm not getting any younger!!
I don't see why teenagers and young adults feel like they have to rush into relationships, and to go through a bunch of different boyfriends/girlfriends before they get married.
They have many, many years ahead of them, and they don't need to be worried about whether they are in a relationship in high school. They need to focus more on school, friends, and family time.
So, for the time being, I am content being single (no drama, no anger, no negativity). Although, I won't say no to going out on occasion!
Yes, I do eventually want to have a boyfriend, and eventually a husband, but it's not a huge priority at the moment. Though, I am starting to get a little anxious about when that will happen, as I am getting close to 30, and I really want to start a family of my own.
This is my favorite "single" song, that Natasha Bedingfield sings. It pretty much sums it up for me right now.
Although, I am starting to think about (hopefully) getting in a relationship someday soon, as I really want to get married and start a family. And I'm not getting any younger!!
I don't see why teenagers and young adults feel like they have to rush into relationships, and to go through a bunch of different boyfriends/girlfriends before they get married.
They have many, many years ahead of them, and they don't need to be worried about whether they are in a relationship in high school. They need to focus more on school, friends, and family time.
So, for the time being, I am content being single (no drama, no anger, no negativity). Although, I won't say no to going out on occasion!
Friday, April 11, 2014
Volunteer Appreciation Week
This week is Volunteer Appreciation Week, and while getting ready to volunteer at the library today, I was given a thank you card and treat (a bar of chocolate) from the volunteer director, in appreciation of the volunteer work I did.
It is nice to be appreciated on occasion. Especially for the work I do. It means people notice what I am doing, and appreciate it.
There is going to be a Volunteer Appreciation Reception next month, and I am looking forward to it.
I love the volunteer work that I am doing, and plan to stay with it as long as I can.
This is the second year of my volunteering at the library, which is amazing. I can't believe it's been that long already. It kind of feels like yesterday that I first started, but it also feels like ages as well.
I am so thankful for this opportunity at the library, and for the amazing people I met during this time. Everyone has been so nice to me, and supportive in everything else that I do.
So, as the library is thanking us volunteers for our work, I thank them for giving me this opportunity to work with them. I truly enjoy it, and it wouldn't be the same without it.
It is nice to be appreciated on occasion. Especially for the work I do. It means people notice what I am doing, and appreciate it.
There is going to be a Volunteer Appreciation Reception next month, and I am looking forward to it.
I love the volunteer work that I am doing, and plan to stay with it as long as I can.
This is the second year of my volunteering at the library, which is amazing. I can't believe it's been that long already. It kind of feels like yesterday that I first started, but it also feels like ages as well.
I am so thankful for this opportunity at the library, and for the amazing people I met during this time. Everyone has been so nice to me, and supportive in everything else that I do.
So, as the library is thanking us volunteers for our work, I thank them for giving me this opportunity to work with them. I truly enjoy it, and it wouldn't be the same without it.
Thursday, April 10, 2014
This Needs to Stop
Yesterday, there was yet another school incident, this time a stabbing. It happened at a Pennsylvania high school, where a 16-year-old stabbed 21 people.
Just because you are hurting, that does not make it right to take it out on other people. If you feel the need to hurt others, PLEASE TALK TO SOMEONE/GET HELP.
No one deserves to go through something like this. Ever.
Prayers, thoughts go out to those affected by this event.
Just because you are hurting, that does not make it right to take it out on other people. If you feel the need to hurt others, PLEASE TALK TO SOMEONE/GET HELP.
No one deserves to go through something like this. Ever.
Prayers, thoughts go out to those affected by this event.
A Change is in the "Hair"
Well, today I got a hair cut. I normally don't like getting haircuts, but I really needed one. Plus, I've always wanted to try a pixie style, and since the weather is warming up, I figured I'd go for it now.
I am very happy with how it came out. The stylist did a wonderful job.
Here is my before picture:
And....
My after picture:
It is very short, but that is what I wanted. Although, it'll probably take me a while to get used to the new length, as I am so used to how it was before.
I wanted to try a pixie style cut, like I said, and had been looking for the perfect cut for about a week or so. I found a picture of the perfect cut today on the internet.
My hair isn't quite the same as in the photo I found, but that's ok. I am very happy with my hair.
I am going to miss my long hair, and I will grow it long again. But, I figured I'd get a short style for the summer, so I don't have to spend a lot of time on my hair.
A few people have already commented on how they really like it, and that feels good to hear.
I am very happy with how it came out. The stylist did a wonderful job.
Here is my before picture:
And....
My after picture:
It is very short, but that is what I wanted. Although, it'll probably take me a while to get used to the new length, as I am so used to how it was before.
I wanted to try a pixie style cut, like I said, and had been looking for the perfect cut for about a week or so. I found a picture of the perfect cut today on the internet.
My hair isn't quite the same as in the photo I found, but that's ok. I am very happy with my hair.
I am going to miss my long hair, and I will grow it long again. But, I figured I'd get a short style for the summer, so I don't have to spend a lot of time on my hair.
A few people have already commented on how they really like it, and that feels good to hear.
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