I love getting up early on a Saturday morning (so was NOT me a few years ago, this is what college has done)! But today, the house is warm and cozy, and it's cold raindrops hitting the window pane. Sergie is still asleep and the three kids slept over at a friends house! I miss them, but, took advantage of the quiet to write articles. I love it!
I'm so excited for Thanksgiving! That is my most favorite holiday of all! I love it! I have such a thankful heart and I love turkey. I love turkey!!!
I cannot wait to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade! I have watched it every year for the past 16 years now. I love it! My dream is to be a live spectator one day. That'd be cool!
I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving! I'm thankful for you all and your love and friendship.
HAPPY TURKEY DAY!!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Friday, November 20, 2009
My Dad Was the First Person I Ever Interviewed...The Beginning of my Journalism Story!
It's Friday night, and I'm in the process of having to write three articles--one due tomorrow with photo-journalism pics and the other due by Monday and the last one is due Wednesday. Wednesday's article is the "Toyota recall" and it's a huge project, worth 200 points. I finally covered all of my interviews--five sources, thank you very much. But, I never knew how FUN it'd be to run around and investigate and find sources. I love journalism! I love, love, love news.
I remember when I first knew that I liked the news. I was 11 years old, in the sixth grade. Mr. Haughn was my teacher. I was a student at Buckley Community School---I LOVED that place! I loved school! That school was awesome!! But, I remember being assigned to watch one out of four topics--we, the student, were able to choose which one to write about. I chose "60 Minutes". I had to watch the show and then write a report on what I watched. I also had to research the topic and interview someone about the topic. Well, being 11 years old, I had no idea I had "chosen my passion," that I would pick up later in life.
I remember that my dad was a huge watcher of "60 Minutes", that is probably why I picked this choice for my homework. I, on the other hand, had never watched or had interest in the show. But, there I was, sitting in the living room with my dad, watching that show. The topic of the show was about Watergate, even though it happened in 1972, the show was re-capping the scandal, and posing new ideas and thoughts on the matter. I remember being FASCINATED!!! Some of it was over my head, but, I got the gist of it that President Nixon wasn't a well-liked president and that he "lied". I also remember that my dad would talk to me about it during the commercial breaks-explaining what it really was all about. I remember asking questions to my dad (hence, my dad was the first person I ever interviewed). I will tell you that today, I know now that my dad is SPECIAL! That man made that assignment fun and interesting to me, he supported me, and gave me his time and attention. At the time, I didn't know to appreciate that, but, now.....oh! I appreciate him so much!!
I wrote that article and realized this was "fun". I remember getting an "A" on that project and Mr. Haughn encouraged me to "write". That I "had a talent" and to "use it". I remember showing my dad that I got an "A" on that Watergate report. Yeah! I wish I still had a copy of that writing piece...
I always remembered this memory because it was special with my dad. I NEVER grew up thinking that I would want to be a reporter/journalist. It wasn't until years later in college that I realized I'd love to be a reporter. I just never put it all together until about five years ago when I started back at the Universtiy of Louisiana. The dream was touched and pursued....THANKS DAD! I love you!
I remember when I first knew that I liked the news. I was 11 years old, in the sixth grade. Mr. Haughn was my teacher. I was a student at Buckley Community School---I LOVED that place! I loved school! That school was awesome!! But, I remember being assigned to watch one out of four topics--we, the student, were able to choose which one to write about. I chose "60 Minutes". I had to watch the show and then write a report on what I watched. I also had to research the topic and interview someone about the topic. Well, being 11 years old, I had no idea I had "chosen my passion," that I would pick up later in life.
I remember that my dad was a huge watcher of "60 Minutes", that is probably why I picked this choice for my homework. I, on the other hand, had never watched or had interest in the show. But, there I was, sitting in the living room with my dad, watching that show. The topic of the show was about Watergate, even though it happened in 1972, the show was re-capping the scandal, and posing new ideas and thoughts on the matter. I remember being FASCINATED!!! Some of it was over my head, but, I got the gist of it that President Nixon wasn't a well-liked president and that he "lied". I also remember that my dad would talk to me about it during the commercial breaks-explaining what it really was all about. I remember asking questions to my dad (hence, my dad was the first person I ever interviewed). I will tell you that today, I know now that my dad is SPECIAL! That man made that assignment fun and interesting to me, he supported me, and gave me his time and attention. At the time, I didn't know to appreciate that, but, now.....oh! I appreciate him so much!!
I wrote that article and realized this was "fun". I remember getting an "A" on that project and Mr. Haughn encouraged me to "write". That I "had a talent" and to "use it". I remember showing my dad that I got an "A" on that Watergate report. Yeah! I wish I still had a copy of that writing piece...
I always remembered this memory because it was special with my dad. I NEVER grew up thinking that I would want to be a reporter/journalist. It wasn't until years later in college that I realized I'd love to be a reporter. I just never put it all together until about five years ago when I started back at the Universtiy of Louisiana. The dream was touched and pursued....THANKS DAD! I love you!
The Lady Who Hugs Me Every Sunday Morning!
Thank you for supporting my blog Brenda Maturin!
Brenda is my friend April's mother. But, this lady is a walking miracle! She has an awesome testimony and I never tire of hearing it. Brenda also is a greeter at church and she always has a smile and hug for me on Sunday mornings. I actually look forward to those hugs!
Brenda is sweet and loving and I'm glad to know her. She is a sweet, Christian woman and I just appreciate her love for the Lord. I look forward to getting to know her more.
God bless you Brenda!
Brenda is my friend April's mother. But, this lady is a walking miracle! She has an awesome testimony and I never tire of hearing it. Brenda also is a greeter at church and she always has a smile and hug for me on Sunday mornings. I actually look forward to those hugs!
Brenda is sweet and loving and I'm glad to know her. She is a sweet, Christian woman and I just appreciate her love for the Lord. I look forward to getting to know her more.
God bless you Brenda!
Broussard and Guzman Friendship
I have another follower: April Broussard!
Thank you for supporting me and my writing! Readers, meet April. She is one of my sweetest friends...our friendship is fairly new, and I am really enjoying her friendship. This lady seeks after the heart of God, and I admire that. She has the most beautiful smile...and she brings much goodness to my life. I believe God forged a frienship between us....little did we know that we both went to NISH and graduated in 1990--the same graduating class, and we never knew each other, but, we share the same circle of friends, etc. We always say "God was saving our friendship for later!"
Our daughters are best friends. That is how I really began to know April. We work together in children's church, and God is so moving in there. I love it!
I love April's children. I love that she has two babies that I can play with. Her daughter, Adrienne, is the most beautiful baby girl...she always makes my heart skip a beat....always. She rounded the corner the other day to come to me and I couldn't help but choke up...I love her. It will be two years this Christmas that I lost my baby to a miscarriage at 3 months. I remember the day April and I were in the bathroom at church, both primping in the mirror. And we both told each other we were expecting! I was so excited! I think we had the SAME due date. But, hers changed. We still were expecting our babies within a week of each other. That would have been so much FUN for me. I lost my baby on Dec. 14. I know my angel is in Heaven with God waiting for me. I don't cry as much anymore. When I find myself "what could have been", I just know to pray and give any sadness to God. But, anyway, I love Adrienne, and she will always hold a special place in my heart!
I love April's other children too. They are blessings!
April helped me paint my living room this past summer...well, April DID paint the living room. ha ha! I got to help and learn how to paint, but, most of all, I got to play with Anthony and Adrienne. I loved it!
God seems to allow our friendship to constantly revolve around Him. I love that, that He'd care enough about us both to bring us together. I love that we can share things honestly and not receive judgment but Christian edification. That is a rare, rare gift that I have attained in my friendship with April. I love her so much. I appreciate her, and her walk with God. LOVE YOU!
Thank you for supporting me and my writing! Readers, meet April. She is one of my sweetest friends...our friendship is fairly new, and I am really enjoying her friendship. This lady seeks after the heart of God, and I admire that. She has the most beautiful smile...and she brings much goodness to my life. I believe God forged a frienship between us....little did we know that we both went to NISH and graduated in 1990--the same graduating class, and we never knew each other, but, we share the same circle of friends, etc. We always say "God was saving our friendship for later!"
Our daughters are best friends. That is how I really began to know April. We work together in children's church, and God is so moving in there. I love it!
I love April's children. I love that she has two babies that I can play with. Her daughter, Adrienne, is the most beautiful baby girl...she always makes my heart skip a beat....always. She rounded the corner the other day to come to me and I couldn't help but choke up...I love her. It will be two years this Christmas that I lost my baby to a miscarriage at 3 months. I remember the day April and I were in the bathroom at church, both primping in the mirror. And we both told each other we were expecting! I was so excited! I think we had the SAME due date. But, hers changed. We still were expecting our babies within a week of each other. That would have been so much FUN for me. I lost my baby on Dec. 14. I know my angel is in Heaven with God waiting for me. I don't cry as much anymore. When I find myself "what could have been", I just know to pray and give any sadness to God. But, anyway, I love Adrienne, and she will always hold a special place in my heart!
I love April's other children too. They are blessings!
April helped me paint my living room this past summer...well, April DID paint the living room. ha ha! I got to help and learn how to paint, but, most of all, I got to play with Anthony and Adrienne. I loved it!
God seems to allow our friendship to constantly revolve around Him. I love that, that He'd care enough about us both to bring us together. I love that we can share things honestly and not receive judgment but Christian edification. That is a rare, rare gift that I have attained in my friendship with April. I love her so much. I appreciate her, and her walk with God. LOVE YOU!
MY BFF24+1!!!!!!!!
Good morning!
I have FIVE supporters!! Yeah!!
Okay, my BFF24+1 is one of them! KERRY ANNE GOULD RICHARD!!!
Standing on that bus stop for the first 3 days was quiet. Neither one of us spoke--AWKWARD!!! LOL! I was really shy.......I know I stared at her.....and then....she spoke!!! I heard a NORTHERN ACCENT! I asked her: "Where are you from?" she answered, "Massachussetts!" And she smiled.....I smiled back (friendship forged!) and then I told her, "I am from Michgian!" And ever since then, the friendship bonded and grew into 25 years of love and support. I love her so much! I love this woman!
There are so many memories I have with BFF2+1. So many!! I will share as I feel led to write the funny, happy memories! So stay tuned....lol!!
BFF24+1 and Bestie forever
I have FIVE supporters!! Yeah!!
Okay, my BFF24+1 is one of them! KERRY ANNE GOULD RICHARD!!!
Standing on that bus stop for the first 3 days was quiet. Neither one of us spoke--AWKWARD!!! LOL! I was really shy.......I know I stared at her.....and then....she spoke!!! I heard a NORTHERN ACCENT! I asked her: "Where are you from?" she answered, "Massachussetts!" And she smiled.....I smiled back (friendship forged!) and then I told her, "I am from Michgian!" And ever since then, the friendship bonded and grew into 25 years of love and support. I love her so much! I love this woman!
There are so many memories I have with BFF2+1. So many!! I will share as I feel led to write the funny, happy memories! So stay tuned....lol!!
BFF24+1 and Bestie forever
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
My Second Supporter--Thank you Rachael! :)
Good morning, World!
My first morning of being a "blogger" and I'm enjoying this! I want to say thank you Rachael for joining my blog and supporting me! I hope you visit daily and give me some feedback when you can!
Who is Rachael you may ask?
She is an old childhood friend. I was raised in Buckley Michigan. A very small, tiny, unpoco, village in Northern Michigan. Yes, the winters were snowy and icy and freezing cold, yet, the thrill of winter magic hung in the air for nine months out of the calendar year. AWESOME!
Memories of Rachael?
We were young, I think around 9 years old. I remember her smile the most. She was always happy and upbeat and outgoing....whereas I was shy, quiet, and happy! I remember playing ball with her on the four-square game painted on the cement of the school's playground. Anyone remember the name of that game? I also remember playing kissing tag with the boys from school in the playground's wooded area....Rachael and I would run and scream and laugh...many little boys would chase us...along with a few others...LOL!! :)
I remember drinking apple cider with her during a class Halloween party (yes, my school celebrated Halloween) and it was so much fun!
Now, Rachael and I have reconnected on facebook, and it's been amazing to get to know her as an adult. I think she is pretty awesome! Really! She is so positive and supportive of my writings, and my pain. I love that, and believe she is a gift.
She shows the same kind, beautiful attributes as an adult as she had as a child. I liked them back then, and I love them now. I love her. Thank you, good friend!!!
God bless you!
Shannon <3
My first morning of being a "blogger" and I'm enjoying this! I want to say thank you Rachael for joining my blog and supporting me! I hope you visit daily and give me some feedback when you can!
Who is Rachael you may ask?
She is an old childhood friend. I was raised in Buckley Michigan. A very small, tiny, unpoco, village in Northern Michigan. Yes, the winters were snowy and icy and freezing cold, yet, the thrill of winter magic hung in the air for nine months out of the calendar year. AWESOME!
Memories of Rachael?
We were young, I think around 9 years old. I remember her smile the most. She was always happy and upbeat and outgoing....whereas I was shy, quiet, and happy! I remember playing ball with her on the four-square game painted on the cement of the school's playground. Anyone remember the name of that game? I also remember playing kissing tag with the boys from school in the playground's wooded area....Rachael and I would run and scream and laugh...many little boys would chase us...along with a few others...LOL!! :)
I remember drinking apple cider with her during a class Halloween party (yes, my school celebrated Halloween) and it was so much fun!
Now, Rachael and I have reconnected on facebook, and it's been amazing to get to know her as an adult. I think she is pretty awesome! Really! She is so positive and supportive of my writings, and my pain. I love that, and believe she is a gift.
She shows the same kind, beautiful attributes as an adult as she had as a child. I liked them back then, and I love them now. I love her. Thank you, good friend!!!
God bless you!
Shannon <3
Monday, November 16, 2009
"My Beautiful Wife Blogs" said my husband. He's my first follower/supporter!
Wow. So my husband thinks I am beautiful. I just love to hear that...believing it is a different story...but, hey, every woman wants to hear that, especially from her husband! Right?
I think this blogging business is going to be fun!! I am going to be completely honest on the topics I write about. I hope that my blog is a place where people relate to a lot/some of what is written. That's major to me.
Thank you, Sergie, for being my constant support with my writings. That's big.
On certain days, I want to ask you deep questions...this will come in time, I have to build my blog into something people want to visit...so I must be patient.
Good night everyone!
Shannon <3
I think this blogging business is going to be fun!! I am going to be completely honest on the topics I write about. I hope that my blog is a place where people relate to a lot/some of what is written. That's major to me.
Thank you, Sergie, for being my constant support with my writings. That's big.
On certain days, I want to ask you deep questions...this will come in time, I have to build my blog into something people want to visit...so I must be patient.
Good night everyone!
Shannon <3
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