January 2 entry

Today marks the last day of school vacation! The kids are so happy at the thought of getting back to school. I'm not ready. I still have alot of planning to do for the spring semester. I'm seriously thinking of going with a school text curriculum next year. Yes, it's a bit on the lazy side, but also, I want to make sure I am catching teaching holes. I've been doing this homeschooling thing for a while, and could be blind to deficient areas. A new approach might bring those to light. If you think of it, please pray for wisdom. I need it.

Yesterday, Rick drove to Anne Jaques Hospital. We think Grandpa Webster will soon be going to Heaven. The family is so sad. Many have gone to say goodbye. The children and I have not.
Rick doesn't seem to think any of us need to go. I'm not sure how I feel, or if the kids will regret it. Also, I wonder if Rick's family will be hurt if we do not go down. I can't help but think that they will.

Rick can be so funny about things like this. I'm not sure if he is worried about gas money, or he is being selfish; thinking only he should go, or if he just doesn't think it's a big deal. If I bring it up to him, I'm not sure I'll get an honest answer anyway. Guilt over what one thinks one should say can sometimes alter the truth. ug.

Kendra ran indoor track today. She ran the 1 mile--5:40--second place, the junior division 400 -- 1:07 -- 1st place, and the 800, 2:3o something--second place. This was the first true meet of the season and she was happy with the times considering the distances she was running.

Yesterday, all of us went to the Kindred's for a meal which was attended by the Twombly's, too. They are such great people. Rick and I consider ourselves to be wealthy in knowing incredible friends.

Sometimes during the holidays, I feel a little sorry for myself, thinking that I don't have many friends. It's not true, but that's how I felt. Well, a few days this week were just plain fun. Julie Landry came over; we had a great time together. Then, the kids and I went to Bernice Ray's for a cool visit. After that, the New Year's party at Robin's; well, it's been a good week. I am so thankful that God has given me some really good friends. Feelings can sometimes be just that; feelings.

Happy New Year, to my family and friends.