Cusp by Chantal McAllister.
On the cusp – venturing near the edge.
Teetering precariously, we waiver.
Our immigration pending, our hearts and
Lives in suspense.
Waiting for the official to seal the final step of
Our tedious journey.
Australia – Outback – beyond our wildest dreams,
Lays the promise of a new tomorrow.
The dawn of an unknown Northern Territory.
Salties and freshwater crocs – pursed in neat designer styles.
Shoes, bags and backyards reflect Aussie taste, style and pluck.
Bats, geckos and the hiss of the reclusive Taipan cursed,
Box o’ jellies floating venomously down current,
Roo’s rinse off the tropical heat and languor in the shade of a palm –
Sweltering degrees bleach the brilliant blue indigenous sky.
Clouds gather – roll, pitch, flatten, build then burst,
Welding large soft drops of soaking rain.
Refreshing drops of our saviour’s blessings pour down
On our “green backs” – as frilled necks: parched, open up
Their wide necked umbrellas to collect God’s promised showers.
Joy springs forth as the bright red soil soaks; reminding one
Of the glorious blood red stains of the old ruggard cross;
Transforming; perceiving anew – the age old redemptive plan.
Marching with hearts open:
To know our purpose amongst the tall, lean upright gum trees.
WHAT IS IT GOD? (That you want us to do?)
Crusty cakes of red earth mud formed; (– an antitheist to the white soft snowballs- we know);
In the rough childish hands of a curly haired indigenous boy.
How do we share your Gospel in this dry and thirsty land?
Are we the palm trees in this wilderness?
Spreading y(our) great arms of love out to others –
Affording shade to the emus and galahs?
Will this indigenous son call you “Father”?
Navigating the blue crocodile infested bay to Wagait Beach,
Or green swamp Black Jungle Pools,
Where beady eyed / ancient horned creature, lies in wait –
Attempting to stall or force salvation.
Share the Gospel;
Build a life amongst the gum trees;
Fish among the deep rural sea of faces.
Fisher of man, woman and child.
YOU know and we will follow YOUR call.
Monday, July 16, 2012
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
Preparing for the “Promised Land”: God’s extended Metaphor to you!
It is really important to be prepared: be like Josep Folta: He always is prepared and had his books ready for every class.
God knew that you would be going to university and so if we analyse God’s word ... we can see that the Promised Land is an extended metaphor ... God’s extended metaphor to you!
What is a promised land? (Well No, David Kang it is not an event that you have organised... no matter how much fun or cool it would be! )
The promised land refers to the land that God promised to Abraham and his decendants...the land of Canaan. So we can see that the promised land is “God given / God ordained”. So the metaphor of the promised land we can safely say in your case that it could be “University” - (.No the promised land is not shopping. Like .Euwen and Karin would like to believe..) Having said this, we can infer that you can’t go to the promised land in your case “university” without taking God with you.
1) Take God with you! (Be like Young: she has God on speed dial...)
You can’t physically take God but I mean you can and should take “ God’s dreams and desires for you and your life”. You should not take your dreams (they are often too small) (example) Joanne who allowed God to give her a BIG dream. Building a school in China is a big “God” dream.
God says in Jeremiah 29 v 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Best you take God with you – as He has your game plan prepared! Just ask Bryan Kim and the other team captains about keeping the game plans with you!
2) Spend time with God: Before you go to uni and after you get there. Evie and CAROLINE
“ Be strong and Courageous” Find scripture Joshua
You are a similie: you are like sheep you know Sheep know their shepards voice; their shepard protects them; takes them to graze and gives them rest and water... but the sheep are clever because they know their master’s voice and follow him. (not the three wise men: Jason; John and Leo)
Get to know God’s voice; listen for His voice so that he can guide you...you have the time now: no more ee’s, ia’s, world lits, lab reports and presentations or CAS – so Just Do It! Spend time with God (learn the master’s voice.) (Susie you and I know how much you had to do this this year but it was well worth it!
3) Don’t complain about the manner: Tanner could easily tell us what the manner symbolizes (of good things God gives us: pillar of fire by night ; cloud by day) and food...see God’s provision in your life and at uni. Don’t forget to thank God for the good things and not complain.
4) There will be giants in the land at University: like the Isrealites experienced BIG GIANTS even you JACK WILL HAVE PROBLEMS BIGGER THAN YOU: problem will come your way at uni but know that God can and will help you overcome these giant problems! So stay close to your shepard.
5) As Joshua scouted out the land: you’ve done that already... checked out the university and some know your roommates even... But Josh did look for support and help: look for people who love God and can give you good godly advice; who will help you; who will hide you when you need a safe haven. Ask Chanho and Jason they have each others backs real brotherhood.
6) Follow God’s Instructions: the Israelites listened to God and defeated Jericho ... marched around it x 7 and shouted out loud... and if you know Abby, you’d know that she could destroy and build any wall. She leads and follows God’s instructions...and gets Andrew and David HK to do almost anything! When you use the opportunities God give you you will create fear in the hearts of the opposition: David Tusun and Tony and the other TCIS rugby team clearly know how to do this... Mr.Moimoi... at uni seize opportunities allow God to direct your path of study – be prepared to rise above the student apathy. Study when the others are messing around... Carpe dieum seize the day.
7) Be prepared to be used of God: Illyoon and TFT Allowed God to use them in Mongolia! So give your time back to God; to others and to your studies. Like Sumin be prepared to MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE PLACE YOU WERE PLANTED: SUMIN SINCE GRADE 2... was prepared to and allowed God to use her!
8) Be like Bryan Kim and actually like Joshua:
“Attempt great things for God and expect great things from God.
Lets wrap up and summarize perfectly like the Jenny’s and the Hannah do so well:
Take these to uni:
- Take God’s word
- Get to know God’s heart
- Listen for his voice
- Act on his will
- He will equip you and sustain you...
- His way leads to success!
- Be Strong like Swan and Courageous like Jean – take on the world and take hold of the Promised Land. Do no tremble or be dismayed – for the Lord God is with where ever you go.
It is really important to be prepared: be like Josep Folta: He always is prepared and had his books ready for every class.
God knew that you would be going to university and so if we analyse God’s word ... we can see that the Promised Land is an extended metaphor ... God’s extended metaphor to you!
What is a promised land? (Well No, David Kang it is not an event that you have organised... no matter how much fun or cool it would be! )
The promised land refers to the land that God promised to Abraham and his decendants...the land of Canaan. So we can see that the promised land is “God given / God ordained”. So the metaphor of the promised land we can safely say in your case that it could be “University” - (.No the promised land is not shopping. Like .Euwen and Karin would like to believe..) Having said this, we can infer that you can’t go to the promised land in your case “university” without taking God with you.
1) Take God with you! (Be like Young: she has God on speed dial...)
You can’t physically take God but I mean you can and should take “ God’s dreams and desires for you and your life”. You should not take your dreams (they are often too small) (example) Joanne who allowed God to give her a BIG dream. Building a school in China is a big “God” dream.
God says in Jeremiah 29 v 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Best you take God with you – as He has your game plan prepared! Just ask Bryan Kim and the other team captains about keeping the game plans with you!
2) Spend time with God: Before you go to uni and after you get there. Evie and CAROLINE
“ Be strong and Courageous” Find scripture Joshua
You are a similie: you are like sheep you know Sheep know their shepards voice; their shepard protects them; takes them to graze and gives them rest and water... but the sheep are clever because they know their master’s voice and follow him. (not the three wise men: Jason; John and Leo)
Get to know God’s voice; listen for His voice so that he can guide you...you have the time now: no more ee’s, ia’s, world lits, lab reports and presentations or CAS – so Just Do It! Spend time with God (learn the master’s voice.) (Susie you and I know how much you had to do this this year but it was well worth it!
3) Don’t complain about the manner: Tanner could easily tell us what the manner symbolizes (of good things God gives us: pillar of fire by night ; cloud by day) and food...see God’s provision in your life and at uni. Don’t forget to thank God for the good things and not complain.
4) There will be giants in the land at University: like the Isrealites experienced BIG GIANTS even you JACK WILL HAVE PROBLEMS BIGGER THAN YOU: problem will come your way at uni but know that God can and will help you overcome these giant problems! So stay close to your shepard.
5) As Joshua scouted out the land: you’ve done that already... checked out the university and some know your roommates even... But Josh did look for support and help: look for people who love God and can give you good godly advice; who will help you; who will hide you when you need a safe haven. Ask Chanho and Jason they have each others backs real brotherhood.
6) Follow God’s Instructions: the Israelites listened to God and defeated Jericho ... marched around it x 7 and shouted out loud... and if you know Abby, you’d know that she could destroy and build any wall. She leads and follows God’s instructions...and gets Andrew and David HK to do almost anything! When you use the opportunities God give you you will create fear in the hearts of the opposition: David Tusun and Tony and the other TCIS rugby team clearly know how to do this... Mr.Moimoi... at uni seize opportunities allow God to direct your path of study – be prepared to rise above the student apathy. Study when the others are messing around... Carpe dieum seize the day.
7) Be prepared to be used of God: Illyoon and TFT Allowed God to use them in Mongolia! So give your time back to God; to others and to your studies. Like Sumin be prepared to MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE PLACE YOU WERE PLANTED: SUMIN SINCE GRADE 2... was prepared to and allowed God to use her!
8) Be like Bryan Kim and actually like Joshua:
“Attempt great things for God and expect great things from God.
Lets wrap up and summarize perfectly like the Jenny’s and the Hannah do so well:
Take these to uni:
- Take God’s word
- Get to know God’s heart
- Listen for his voice
- Act on his will
- He will equip you and sustain you...
- His way leads to success!
- Be Strong like Swan and Courageous like Jean – take on the world and take hold of the Promised Land. Do no tremble or be dismayed – for the Lord God is with where ever you go.
Friday, August 27, 2010
"Sempiternal"
Isn't it Amazing?
How quickly the sands of time shift?
Yet a single grain can extend a sand dune -
Into endless meandering.
How our days, hours, minitues, seconds
run through the hourglass, with glee and
sometimes painfully slow.
Endless; timeless; forever?
Eternity do we really comprehend its
cyclic, spiral, entangled web of time.
Maybe "The Net" is another minuet reflection
of the infinity of eternity:
A way for humanity to access the magnitude
of the eternal...
Is not HIS world, universe and all created:
A way for humanity to grasp God -
our Creator's grand plan...
A way in which God delivers HIS message
of deeply profound love -
Through the perfect and imperfect.
The rabid; scornful; debase and
horrific...
Is it not once we have experienced these
that we see and understand real beauty?
Does not the sun rise and set set
proclaim HIS glory?
Does not science and knowledge
reveal God's truth?
Are we so blinded by our own (sic)
brilliance?
How can we not see the wonder of the
"Golden Ration" and "Euclidean Fractals"
in terms of ETERNITY?
Whatelse will we find that God already knows
but chooses to reveal to us in a drip feed?
"SEEK and ye shall find..."
HE has created us to be
"Sempiternal"
"Beyond Eternity."
Isn't it Amazing?
How quickly the sands of time shift?
Yet a single grain can extend a sand dune -
Into endless meandering.
How our days, hours, minitues, seconds
run through the hourglass, with glee and
sometimes painfully slow.
Endless; timeless; forever?
Eternity do we really comprehend its
cyclic, spiral, entangled web of time.
Maybe "The Net" is another minuet reflection
of the infinity of eternity:
A way for humanity to access the magnitude
of the eternal...
Is not HIS world, universe and all created:
A way for humanity to grasp God -
our Creator's grand plan...
A way in which God delivers HIS message
of deeply profound love -
Through the perfect and imperfect.
The rabid; scornful; debase and
horrific...
Is it not once we have experienced these
that we see and understand real beauty?
Does not the sun rise and set set
proclaim HIS glory?
Does not science and knowledge
reveal God's truth?
Are we so blinded by our own (sic)
brilliance?
How can we not see the wonder of the
"Golden Ration" and "Euclidean Fractals"
in terms of ETERNITY?
Whatelse will we find that God already knows
but chooses to reveal to us in a drip feed?
"SEEK and ye shall find..."
HE has created us to be
"Sempiternal"
"Beyond Eternity."
Wednesday, June 02, 2010
The Hammer Drops
It will, and always does.
he labouriously lifts it up again -
Poised to strike;
Does he ever learn?
Toil, turmoil - suspended in time:
Fracturing the wood -
Driving the nail in deep through
HIS flesh - splitting bone -
Squelching through to the core.
Yet, there he is again -
Hammering in the sin of deception and evil,
Steel shreds of our illgotten past.
Do we ever learn?
2000 years - he lifts the hammer,
Carves into the air a sharp blow,
As the figure of Christ arches up in LOVE -
The repulsive nail that humanity drives deep into
The sole of HIS feet -remains...
Splaying out the plattelets -
Thick, red, tender molecules of love.
Poured out for us.
he raises the hammer high behind his head -
Welding the sins of the world
On the abject hammerhead;
Matserfully crushing the pain- wraught
bridge of HIS feet.
Destroying sin; creating a new
Dialectic Scheme of Salvation.
A new glorious bridge between
GOD and man.
Deep within the thorned crowned head -
Rich life-giving eternal blood,
filled with grace and love
flows down and out, to a world fraught with sin.
It is finished,
It is done -
and always will be:
Sempiternal!
Thursday, April 29, 2010
2010 and where is SPRING?!
It's so beautiful in Korea during the Spring,
but this year where has all the sunshine gone?
It is bitterly cold and we wait with baited breath...
Cherry blossoms frame the campus and hanji spiral skywards.
Fingers frozen to the marker in my hand as I scrawl the word:
IB DONE.
We stifle a tear and close the pages of Ayckbourne's
A WOMAN IN MIND: December Bee.
How ironic, a December Bee -
A symbol these nostelgic seniors now deeply understand-
DECEMBER BEE, WILL WE?
As Nora, Linda, Eliza and Susan cloud the seniors thoughts...
We reflect on a two year journey - ending in self discovery,
Or a discovery of who we are in Christ.
IB EXAMS loom and prayers waft upwards-
One Question remains:
REMEMBER ME?
Or should it be REMEBER US:
THE SEMPITERNAL CLASS OF 2010.
It's so beautiful in Korea during the Spring,
but this year where has all the sunshine gone?
It is bitterly cold and we wait with baited breath...
Cherry blossoms frame the campus and hanji spiral skywards.
Fingers frozen to the marker in my hand as I scrawl the word:
IB DONE.
We stifle a tear and close the pages of Ayckbourne's
A WOMAN IN MIND: December Bee.
How ironic, a December Bee -
A symbol these nostelgic seniors now deeply understand-
DECEMBER BEE, WILL WE?
As Nora, Linda, Eliza and Susan cloud the seniors thoughts...
We reflect on a two year journey - ending in self discovery,
Or a discovery of who we are in Christ.
IB EXAMS loom and prayers waft upwards-
One Question remains:
REMEMBER ME?
Or should it be REMEBER US:
THE SEMPITERNAL CLASS OF 2010.
Culture:
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So here is the BIG question... WHO AM I? What defines me? Does my culture define me or do I define my culture? Am I a result of my faith or is my faith as a result of me?
It's totally complex while paradoxically simplistic! I am a person who is partially devoid of culture and yet completely transformed by a new growing culture.
I am a dying breed - a South African...
Yet when I came to Asia, many Asians expressed great surprise at me being an AFRICAN. "How come you are African?" they say. "Why are you not black?" - I even get asked this in my own country "How African are you?" (How black are you?)
I was born and bred on thick blood red South African soil - the kind that sticks between your toes - when you; as a child; are illegally fishing in your neighbours' goldfish pond. The kind of soil that labels you as 'the suspect' when being interrogated by a prejudiced society or neighbour. My label tattooed to me eternally; in every country, culture or society is: WHITE. I am a white South African. Until 1994 white South Africans were allowed to show their culture but a change in government (freedom for all as long as you are not a white); has forced an entire generation of South Africans to give up their culture.
Culture less?
I do not have a culture anymore - well at least not a white South African one! And soon I can say I'm Australian (we're immigrating); people won't ask why I am not black anymore - WHEW! Relief! No questions about colour means that I can go back to being colourless - a non-event- no longer responsible for black oppression and the destruction of my beloved AFRICA. But to gain this gift of "freedom" from culture - I have to leave my Motherland; the colourful world of my African culture.
but the hardest ... is the extraction of my prejudicial weeds that constrict my mind
and creep into my psyche - destroying the glimmer of hope for fair "ubuntu'' in Africa.
Transformation...
EVERYDAY.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR7726x4LD4
IN CHRIST
Mrs.Mc.
An AFRICAN GLOBE TROTTER.
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So here is the BIG question... WHO AM I? What defines me? Does my culture define me or do I define my culture? Am I a result of my faith or is my faith as a result of me?
It's totally complex while paradoxically simplistic! I am a person who is partially devoid of culture and yet completely transformed by a new growing culture.
I am a dying breed - a South African...
Yet when I came to Asia, many Asians expressed great surprise at me being an AFRICAN. "How come you are African?" they say. "Why are you not black?" - I even get asked this in my own country "How African are you?" (How black are you?)
I was born and bred on thick blood red South African soil - the kind that sticks between your toes - when you; as a child; are illegally fishing in your neighbours' goldfish pond. The kind of soil that labels you as 'the suspect' when being interrogated by a prejudiced society or neighbour. My label tattooed to me eternally; in every country, culture or society is: WHITE. I am a white South African. Until 1994 white South Africans were allowed to show their culture but a change in government (freedom for all as long as you are not a white); has forced an entire generation of South Africans to give up their culture.
Culture less?
I do not have a culture anymore - well at least not a white South African one! And soon I can say I'm Australian (we're immigrating); people won't ask why I am not black anymore - WHEW! Relief! No questions about colour means that I can go back to being colourless - a non-event- no longer responsible for black oppression and the destruction of my beloved AFRICA. But to gain this gift of "freedom" from culture - I have to leave my Motherland; the colourful world of my African culture.
How does one pry the thick blood red clay of Africa from one's feet?
Harder still is the wrenching of Africa's vibrant tribal vines from my heart but the hardest ... is the extraction of my prejudicial weeds that constrict my mind
and creep into my psyche - destroying the glimmer of hope for fair "ubuntu'' in Africa.
Transformation...
So I am growing a new culture: my ETERNAL culture.
God knew that the culture into which we are born or chose to accept / acknowledge is not eternal. Culture does not last forever; neither should it define who we are... I'd be nothing then - invisible - colourless. Not even crusty blood red soil would stick to me. So somewhere deep with in my heart... actually beyond that cliche'... deep within my soul, He planted a minuscule seed of faith. He labelled it "Eternity" or rather "SEMPITERNAL" - hiding it for me to discover. I did discover it - it pierced through the darkness of culture - transcended the blackness in my cultural heart and drew attention to my neglected soul. Thus began my journey to eternity, I accepted Christ into my life at the age of four and my geriatric "long walk to freedom" commenced. I became transformed by allowing God to renew my mind - becoming and discovering that my form is Christ-like; only if my arms are stretched out to the world around me. I AM HIS IMAGE. I have a new culture - a godly culture. I am changed by the GRACE of God ALONE.
Maybe this video clip link will explain WHO I AM.
EVERYDAY.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR7726x4LD4
IN CHRIST
Mrs.Mc.
An AFRICAN GLOBE TROTTER.
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
Thursday, January 29, 2009
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Josh swimming in a school Gala.
Shanneth and friends, Rachel and Josiah.
Bethany 10 months.Wednesday, December 24, 2008
An amazing story of Gods grace
We went for a second opinion at the severance hospital in Seoul.
The Myoma is gone. No need for a operation. Perhaps the Sun hospital messed up. All we know is if we did not pray and seek a second opinion Chantal would have had major surgery by now. God healed her miraculously, or at least saved her from unnecessary operation.
We are now in Australia on holiday. Christmas will be great with the family and will be a nice time of relaxing.
Praise the Lord for Chantals health which is really great.
The kids are excited about Christmas. Bought them various gifts and especially a wii. Perhaps the wii is more for me.
God bless and have a great Christmas.
We went for a second opinion at the severance hospital in Seoul.
The Myoma is gone. No need for a operation. Perhaps the Sun hospital messed up. All we know is if we did not pray and seek a second opinion Chantal would have had major surgery by now. God healed her miraculously, or at least saved her from unnecessary operation.
We are now in Australia on holiday. Christmas will be great with the family and will be a nice time of relaxing.
Praise the Lord for Chantals health which is really great.
The kids are excited about Christmas. Bought them various gifts and especially a wii. Perhaps the wii is more for me.
God bless and have a great Christmas.
Friday, November 28, 2008
More change
Today was another day on the Myoma rollercoaster.
Chantal does have a growth about 7 to 10 cm large. The Dr are recommending surgery but there is no rush and we can wait for second opinion. The Dr at 10am and then on the KTX and off to Severance hospital for a second opinion at 2:30. Further testing and waiting until Wednesday or Saturday for the second opinion.The Dr at Severence needs time for her radiologist to do a review of the MRI and sonars.
So we might need to wait a week but we are at peace with that and feel really content.
Chantal is off with her girl friends to Seoul tomorrow and Shanneth has a party. The boys and I are going to hang out. I will do some work.
Today was another day on the Myoma rollercoaster.
Chantal does have a growth about 7 to 10 cm large. The Dr are recommending surgery but there is no rush and we can wait for second opinion. The Dr at 10am and then on the KTX and off to Severance hospital for a second opinion at 2:30. Further testing and waiting until Wednesday or Saturday for the second opinion.The Dr at Severence needs time for her radiologist to do a review of the MRI and sonars.
So we might need to wait a week but we are at peace with that and feel really content.
Chantal is off with her girl friends to Seoul tomorrow and Shanneth has a party. The boys and I are going to hang out. I will do some work.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Things change fast.
The last 24 hours have been rather intense. Chantal went to the Dr for a minor issue and thought she would pop in and get an antibiotic. One thing lead to another and it was discovered she has a 7cm growth in her pelvic region. That was yesterday. Today she had an MRI. Until this morning we thought it would be a CT scan but with concerns over nasuea and alergic reactions a change to MRI was made. Much less invasive although the claustraphobea of the tube is not for the faint hearted. Tommorow we are going to get the results and go for a second opinion in Seoul, at the Severance hospital. By Friday night we will have a clear idea of what to do.
Ken
The last 24 hours have been rather intense. Chantal went to the Dr for a minor issue and thought she would pop in and get an antibiotic. One thing lead to another and it was discovered she has a 7cm growth in her pelvic region. That was yesterday. Today she had an MRI. Until this morning we thought it would be a CT scan but with concerns over nasuea and alergic reactions a change to MRI was made. Much less invasive although the claustraphobea of the tube is not for the faint hearted. Tommorow we are going to get the results and go for a second opinion in Seoul, at the Severance hospital. By Friday night we will have a clear idea of what to do.
Ken
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Not Much Happening
Not much happening but I want to keep the posts rolling.
I am working hard to get a exam schedule sorted for the High School.
Chantal has a student teacher which is going well.
Josh has a sore back from falling while walking the dog.
Josh won a Thinkers award at school -pretty cool.
Ethan is doing very good work at school and has a great attitude, also learning the trumpet which is cool too.
Shanneth is her cute, too big for her boots self.
Not much happening but I want to keep the posts rolling.
I am working hard to get a exam schedule sorted for the High School.
Chantal has a student teacher which is going well.
Josh has a sore back from falling while walking the dog.
Josh won a Thinkers award at school -pretty cool.
Ethan is doing very good work at school and has a great attitude, also learning the trumpet which is cool too.
Shanneth is her cute, too big for her boots self.
Saturday, November 08, 2008
It is time to update the blog. It has been a while and life is moving on fast.
The new school year has started and all out lives have taken on an adjustment.
I seem to never have enough time for my life. Work consumes me and I still seem to struggle to make it all work.
Chantal is grading like crazy but still struggling to keep up. She has a great student teacher which might help.
Shanneth is a big girl in kindergarten. Way too big for her boots but so cute.
Ethan has had a rough ride. Grade five has been a major step up and he is working like crazy and doing great but the work load is huge.
Josh has absolutely blossomed in Middle School. He has done well in class and participated in every intra mural there is. Today he went up to Seoul and ran Cross Country at SAHS. This means they go on base and get exposed to mini America.
Chantal went to Shanghai on a technology conference. I am not sure why. She learnt all this cool stuff and finds no use for it and does not bother to tell me. Leaves me in my ignorance and dark ages. Oh well, perhaps she will teach me moodle one day.
I went to Kota Kinabalo, Malaysia. The EARCOS conference was awesome and the venue was spectacular. I loved snorkeling even though I only managed to get out for 2 hours.
Lets hope we do a better job of updating.
Ken
The new school year has started and all out lives have taken on an adjustment.
I seem to never have enough time for my life. Work consumes me and I still seem to struggle to make it all work.
Chantal is grading like crazy but still struggling to keep up. She has a great student teacher which might help.
Shanneth is a big girl in kindergarten. Way too big for her boots but so cute.
Ethan has had a rough ride. Grade five has been a major step up and he is working like crazy and doing great but the work load is huge.
Josh has absolutely blossomed in Middle School. He has done well in class and participated in every intra mural there is. Today he went up to Seoul and ran Cross Country at SAHS. This means they go on base and get exposed to mini America.
Chantal went to Shanghai on a technology conference. I am not sure why. She learnt all this cool stuff and finds no use for it and does not bother to tell me. Leaves me in my ignorance and dark ages. Oh well, perhaps she will teach me moodle one day.
I went to Kota Kinabalo, Malaysia. The EARCOS conference was awesome and the venue was spectacular. I loved snorkeling even though I only managed to get out for 2 hours.
Lets hope we do a better job of updating.
Ken
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Bethany Rose
Dr.Choo - our vet.
BETHANY: OUR NEWEST MCALLISTER FAMILY MEMBER!Name: Bethany Rose McAllister (Italian:Beautiful; Hebrew: God's Promise)
She is God's Beautiful Promise!
Age: 75 days (born: 9 January 2008)
Breed: Alaskan Malamute / Artic Wolf
Eye colour: Smokey Grey
She is so sweet, caring and friendly. She loves to chew; bite her own foot and cries when she bites too hard! She is a social butterfly but does not want to sleep on her own!
She is frightened of our old cat Terry - who has threatens to clout her every now and then...
Here are some interesting pictures.
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