Happy Birthday Dawson!





Hope you are having a great birthday Dawson! I've been bragging you up to all my friends and telling them how my adorable godson is 1 year old! I'm so proud of you with your walking and being a big brother. Can't wait to see you again kiddo! Love you bunches!

Stressed

I guess it's been a long time since I've posted anything, assuming anyone is still there reading. I figure I should start off with an apology for not posting but in regards to how busy and crazy things have been I feel I'm entitled to a break! I don't even know where to begin to inform you all what is going on and the stress of it all...maybe a list (thanks Katie!)...

1. I have a new resident on my hall from downstairs.
2. I found out that I have written the most fines out of all RAs on campus, and I haven't even written that many and all were for reasons out of my hands and not because I am mean.
3. Homecoming is this week and I have a commitment every night.
4. I have a group presentation on Monday night.
5. I have nine books and three projects due Monday by 5 pm.
6. I have 25 chapters and summaries due on Tuesday by 12:30 pm.
7. I am having problems with a resident...big ones!
8. I am missing out on things at home this weekend and would much rather be there.

Basically I could keep going but it's so not worth it. Just would make me think sad thoughts! So, if you are reading this ridiculous post, just think of me and pray for me. I'll take anything about now!

Grace Brass Retreat






We had a team-building retreat last night into this afternoon for Grace Brass in North Webster, IN. It was a blast just hanging out and playing some games after a cook out on Friday night. Then after a seemingly restless night we went back out into the 80+ degree weather for some team activities. I'm proud to say the high brass (trumpets and piano) dominated all the small team activities. Sure was nice to get off the hall (again!) and spend some time with the brass buds. We also have a performance tomorrow for a pig roast, that should be interesting!

WI Weekend!

This past weekend I was able to enjoy, and I really did, my first weekend off! It was such a blessing to be able to come home and it seemed like just the right time. I got to visit with the Monty Crew and see their newest blessing, Delaney Karsalyn, as well as play with the kids for a bit to (hopefully) relieve Trish and Andy.Friday night we headed up to the cabin for a first-ever Wolff family reunion on Saturday. It was a blast to see the cousins and hang out with the whole fam all day long! It proved to be a long weekend as far as driving was concerned but so worth it. I'm so glad I got to see everyone and am looking forward to when I get to come home again. Love you all!

First Fines

I had to write up my first fines this weekend for failed room cleanliness checks. :( I felt like such a mean RA and didn't want to do it, but if I don't start I doubt I'll ever do it. I guess you have to start somewhere. Just makes me feel like a meany, that's all! The worst part about it is that I now have to hunt them down until they pay it! Sad day!

A Weekend With Abi



In a whirlwind Abi traveled here to Grace for less than 24 hours. She arrived on Saturday night around 10:30 p EST and left at 10:00 p EST on Sunday. It was a short time but really fun none the less. Saturday night we hung out with a few girls on the hall playing Skip-Bo (thanks for sending it Dad and Mom!) and then headed to Steak-n-Shake for a midnight (more like one am) snack! Sunday was church, lunch out, a movie, bowling, dinner in, some Rodeo Golf, and just relaxing a bit before the drive home. I sure love her and was glad to have the visit, even though it was short. It was nice to finally have a face to put to the name for some of me residents who've been hearing about Abi since day one! It may be a long drive....but I like visitors always!

Send Some Love


Day after day after day after day after day I go to my mailbox and hope that someone thought of me and sent me a letter. Now, I'm too weak to take the disappointment, so here's my request...Please don't let me find another empty box! Whether it be a dinky postcard or an all out package, please let my box (and me!) feel loved. I'd like that a lot. And in case you need a reminder...

CPO# 1009
200 Seminary Drive
Winona Lake, IN 46590


Thanks all, love ya and miss you!!!