Today… September 7, 2009 Happy 18th Anniversary, Dad and Mom!  I helped my mom put together a video to surprise my dad for their anniversary.  If you would like to watch the video, please go here.

Outside my window… It's wet.  I have been enjoying all this rain.

I am thinking… that there should be an exciting announcement posted to this blog in the next week or two.   Until then, we will be dropping hints.  The first person to guess correctly what the announcement is about will win an early Christmas gift.  (We're leaving this a surprise, too :)).  One last thing: If you are related to me, you are not eligible for the prize.  I would still like to hear your guesses, though :).

I am thankful for… not getting salmonella yesterday.  Those breaded frozen chicken things can be deceiving...beware!  Even cooking them in the oven at the right temperature for the right amount of time doesn't always work.  My piece was half raw...and I didn't know it until I had eaten part of it.  I was terribly anxious about getting salmonella but Thank God, I did not get it.  I am so grateful!

I am wearing... A blue shirt and dark blue jean skirt 

I am reading… The Bible (Proverbs right now)  

I am creating… Articles and novels.  Editing a short story.  If you would like to read Part 2 of the Accomplished series, it is here.  

One of my favorite things... when my younger brothers behave :).

For education this week… You can see my list of subjects for this school year here.

A keeper at home skill I am using/learning … taking care of children (i.e. babysitting).

A spiritual lesson I’m learning… to do my best not to be anxious about anything.

A godly character trait I plan to work on… Not worrying

Scripture I am memorizing… I need to get back to this!  Hopefully, I'll work on Philippians this week.

I am praying for…  We are taking part in the 30 day prayer challenge for Muslims during Ramadan (which is right now!).  You can read what my mom wrote here.

For the rest of the week… Besides school, I hope to...start reading a new book, get back to drawing, and whatever else comes up.