What have I got to be thankful for?

One thing that bugs me about the holiday season, is that many people are starting to forget Thanksgiving. We go from Halloween straight into the Christmas season. I know Thanksgiving is only celebrated one day of the year but before we get all greedy let's not forget to thank the one who gives us life. I thought I might share my list of things I am thankful for.

1. That God allows me to enjoy this life one more day.

2. My family and friends.

3. That I have an awesome job and am able to live my dream.

4. For the privilege of living in the Cayman Islands and sharing my gifts with my students.

5. For students who remind you that what you do is important and you are making a difference.

6. That God loves me and desires a relationship with me. No questions asked!

7. Chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate

8. Music

9. That no matter what happens in this world, I know that God has it all in control.

10. Food on my table and a roof over my head.

Vacation Here I Come!!!!!!!!!!!!

Saturday is the day. The much anticipated vacation is finally here. Boy am I ready for some shopping and good old American food. You never realize how much you miss something until it is out of reach for a few months. I have learned to appreciate the little things in life. Anyway we will be making our way to Houston, TX this year for the ACE Teacher Convention. One day at the convention and then it is off the the mall, Walmart and Target to spend my hard earned cash. Oh and I got selected as the designated driver on this trip. UGH! Please pray for my fellow teachers as they will have to put up with my driving. I don't mind driving but would rather ride and enjoy the sights.

Things are coming along for our two Christmas programs. When we come back from vacation there will be two weeks until our first concert. I think we have a wonderful program set up for that night and I am anxious for the students to perform. You pray that the night goes smoothly and the students do their best. Oh and pray that I don't crash and burn before then.

By the way remember all that rain I told you about before. Well is it still raining. It also seems that a hurricane is headed our direction. Not a big one. I know it is crazy since hurricane season ended November 1. Life on the island isn't always paradise.