Barack Obama

We have a new president. I guess I am in a little bit of denial because I still can't believe that America elected Barack Obama, a man with no substantial leadership experience, as president of this country. People can argue all they want, but race was a huge factor in his election. He promised the world on a silver platter and is already starting to back down on some of those things. Those who voted for him with the idea that he would make everything all "better" will be sadly mistaken. I pray that God will watch over our nation and not allow this new president to drive us into oblivion. We are blessed with agency to make our own choices and God allows people to make mistakes - I just hope that He doesn't allow Obama to make too many costly ones. We watched the inauguration on Tuesday because, regardless of my political views and opinions, he is our new president and it was a historical moment - the changing of power and the first African American president.

I believe it was Karl Rove who recently said that he hopes Obama fails. I do not hope he fails - that would mean our country was damaged. I hope Americans can see him for what he truly is - someone inexperienced, wearing rose-colored glasses.

Happy Birthday Scott & "Stella"

We celebrated Scott's 40th birthday and Gissella's 29-again birthday on Saturday. Unfortunately, Kim, Sheri and Lynda were unable to make it, but we still had a great time. I don't know how we forgot to get pictures of our little Rock Star/Guitar Hero session, but trust me - it was a sight to be seen (and unfortunately heard).

(from left to right) Cristina, Randy, Gissella, Mary, Debbie, Ron & Donna

Scott will be enjoying some time at Pole Position thanks to Randy.

Don't let this photo fool you - Randy & Mary are usually giving each other a difficult time.

Ron, Gissella & Randy (Gissella's husband)

Homeschool Survival

I have survived the first week of homeschooling (and so have the kids). I was really stressed about how it would go, but was pleasantly surprised by how we all adapted. The kids really liked being able to work at their own pace and work ahead if they so chose. They went to homeschool P.E. through L.I.G.H.T which is a Christian homeschool group on the southside of OKC. I think they both enjoyed it. I really enjoyed having them home this week. How long will that last?? Time will tell.

Even though the temperature was in the teens with the windchill, we ran this morning. I'm so proud of Cori and I for sticking it out for 8 miles even though we were chilled to the bone. Carrie ran with us for 6 miles. I think I know what hypothermia feels like. Even with two pairs of gloves on my hands hurt from the cold. It felt like pins & needles in my legs. Next week we are scheduled for 10 miles and the weather isn't supposed to be much better! Gotta do what ya gotta do. The OKC Memorial Marathon is what I am training for & it is in about 15 weeks. Keep your fingers crossed that I don't hurt anything!!! If I didn't have Cori or other people to run with - I'd never make it through the training. That is a fact!!!