TGIF

So I haven’t blogged lately. I guess I haven’t had much to say. Soon I will find something amazing to comment on. I promise. But for now I’ll give you whatever randomly comes out of my mind in this moment. Teaching today was incredibly encouraging. I finally know my kids and we’re settling into a rhythm. [...]

He is Risen

 I attended my first Easter Vigil last night. Unfortunately for all of you I’m too darn tired to process it right now so you don’t get my comments. Here’s a taste- I loved it. Maybe I’ll tell you all the reasons why later… if you ask me…
I miss Grey’s Anatomy. As completely horrible that show [...]

He grew up before him like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ground; he had no form or majesty that we should look at him, nothing in his appearance that we should desire him.
He was despised and rejected by others; a man of suffereing and aquainted with infirmity; and as one [...]

Torture is my love language

The following post is dedicated to 2 beautiful young ladies- Miss Bethany Mann and Miss Jessica LeClair who are both celebrating their 18th birthdays today by skipping school and galavanting around town.
Goosey, goosey gander. Who stands yonder? Little Betsy Baker. Take her up and shake her.
Goosey, goosey gander. Where shall  I wander? Upstairs, downstairs And [...]

The Beauty of Contextual Theologies

I miss theology classes so much and for some reason I can’t bring myself to do all the stupid crappy school work I have to do over my spring break. I’d much rather spend my time engaging in theological conversation then work on any of that stuff at 2 in the morning so that’s exactly what I’m [...]

I have a new plan

Ok, so as far as I’m concerned, Fall doesn’t exist. Because worrying about the fall has completely consumed my life. Seriously, I don’t sleep and all my muscles are so tense all the time and its super lame. It’s not like anything will be figured out for at least a couple of months or even [...]

Silly humans

Humanity is so messed up. It’s amazing we’re somehow able to have relatively heathy relationships with each other… sometimes… Seriously, here’s to all the people who have been able to hold onto and enjoy each other and grow in love and intimacy dispite our ridiculousness. Because seriously, we’re a pretty ridiculous species and relating to [...]

I’m an emo kid

sorry but that’s the way it is right now.
I have two thoughts- teaching is incredible! It’s dynamic and I love it and its a constant challenge. Yesterday was my first day on the podium and it rocked. Today was my second day and it kinda threw me. Life is good.
2nd thought- In many respects, I’m [...]

Life is terrifying.

Today’s realization: As scary as the thought of teaching out on the reservation may be, I think I’m even more terrified of trying to find a job around here. I’ve basically convinced myself that there isn’t a job for me here and if there is, someone else will get it before me. I think I’m [...]

Music is my Life part 2

I’m really enjoying my musical pursuits now that I’m out of school. Don’t get me wrong- my 4 years in the CSB/SJU music department have been amazing and I know that I would not be where I’m at now or even going where I’m going without this community, its joy, its passion, and its music. [...]