Summertime Goals

The three greatest reasons for going into education are supposed to be love for the kids, enthusiasm about the subject matter, and desire to make a difference. Who's kidding whom? The three greatest reasons for going into edcuation are June, July, and August. As with anything, however, along with freedom comes responsibility. I must not, cannot, and refuse to waste this summer: too much is riding on the results of it.

My primary goals for this summer are these: to have the property in Wynnewood (both houses) fixed up and sold (or at least on sale), to move to the Quad City area if it's the Lord's will, to have my family's spiritual condition in a state of victory, and to have a teaching position for the fall. In addition to this, I want our organization and use of time, space, and belongings to be trucking along so we can set and meet other goals and be successful in our endeavors. Many of these things are well under way, and I'm pleased.

One of the smartest things I've done lately has been to honestly assess my time use and get my day divided according to my energy levels and responsibilities. Afterall, if you don't know where you're going, then how do you know what to do next? We've been seeking the Lord about whether or not to move, and I think I'm seeing my answer very clearly. We've got the yard very much under way at the Wynnewood property (mowing and such) and are just had a big trash bin set today to remove things from the house where the fire was, as well as other things...to get all the trash removed. I'm actively planning my time use according to my goals...it's been a little hard to get started, but I'm on track now.

Had Bible study tonight with the family...emphasizing daily prayer and Bible reading/study...I love the Lord...this is wonderful. Can't wait to see greater things.

Troy