2008--The Year that Was (almost!)

Another year has come and, almost, gone. To think it is almost 2009 is amazing. Where does the time go? We celebrated our 40th Wedding anniversary this past July and we won’t even mention those other “mile markers” of age! Even though I don’t seem to get around to sending Christmas greetings every year, that doesn’t mean friends from past and present are not in our thoughts. God has been so good to us over the years and brought so many people into our lives, bringing blessings in so many different ways. For that we are very grateful. This year has been an especially busy, fulfilling year for us. I am still enjoying teaching at the University of Arkansas in Monticello. I made a big move from Early Childhood to Middle Level (grades 4—8) this past year and I love it. Besides teaching Middle Level preservice teachers, I also teach in the Master of Arts of Teaching (MAT) program. The MAT is an alternative licensure program for teachers of students in grades 4 through 12. Teaching at a university is a constant challenge—I can truthfully say I had no idea how much work it would be. But, I still love it! Working with university students is such a blessing to me!