Now that I'm almost finished with my thesis, I'm having a HECK of a time being able to find the right words. When it took me 30 minutes to write 3 sentences, I knew I was in trouble. So I decided to take a step back and leave it for now. The only bad part about that is I don't have much time... Every break I take is creating more and more of a crunch time for me. Ah, the dilemmas faced by writers. I used to think it was an occupation I would enjoy doing--writing. But when deadlines are fast approaching, the joy starts to fade and panic sets in.
I suppose I should let you know what exactly it is I'm writing for my thesis, since I constantly make references to it. My thesis:
In her novel, A House on Mango Street, Sandra Cisneros applies Chicana feminist theories to challenge the traditional, yet confining, Mexican literary archetypes of La Malinche and la Virgen de Guadalupe.
Sounds exciting, I know. I know most of you are dying to read it... ;)
Well, my job search has become extremely interesting. I interviewed in Pasco, and I'm waiting to see if things can be guaranteed regarding its full-time status. I should know by the end of Monday. If it can be guaranteed, I'll take it. If not, I'll have to keep looking. The joys of job hunting...
Miguel is getting excited for Monday. He 's going to a CSI Camp, where he gets to learn how to dust for fingerprints, make castings of footprints and tire tracks, recognize certain patterns in blood splatter... Exactly the kinds of things he loves! Plus, Monday is the day the Nathaniel and the rest of Derek Bagley's family are supposed to visit. I know it will be difficult for Miguel to sleep on Sunday night! So much excitement is on the horizon!
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Waiting for My Life to Change...
Okay, so I'm not really waiting for my life to change. I've been actively searching for new jobs in the Spokane and Tri-Cities areas, so I can get the heck out of Sunnyside! I had an interview in Cheney, WA, but that fell through. Darn it! I guess I wasn't supposed to be there. I've applied numerous places, but it's very difficult to break into a new school district. Politics are so much a part of the hiring process, and it gets frustrating. Oh, well. I have an interview for a middle school position in the Pasco School District on Friday, so we'll see how that goes. I'm hopeful... :)
Miguel and I are really looking forward to moving, especially now that Miguel has found his "brother from another mother"-- Derek's son, Nathaniel. They are two peas in a pod! It's so fun to watch them together. They both believe they were sent to this earth to entertain and be funny, so it's non-stop joking and laughing when they're together. I love it! Nothing pleases me more than knowing that my son is happy.
Well, Mom and Dad are right in the area of Hurricane Dolly! The Rio Grande Valley, where McAllen is located, is experiencing non-stop rain, and it looks like major flooding is a possibility. The wind is 60 mph as of right now, and the rain is falling sideways because of the wind! They were advised to stay indoors at their home, so they are being obedient. I don't think anyone would want to go to the employment office in that kind of weather anyway. They are trying to keep us up-to-date so we don't worry. which is very thoughtful of them! :) They are loving their job as Employment Specialist Missionaries, and it's nice to know they are helping people help themselves.
Anywho, it's time for me to head on out to the pool! I'm at Ami's (Mom and Dad's house), and I need to help out with the kiddos. I will try to post some pics soon!
Miguel and I are really looking forward to moving, especially now that Miguel has found his "brother from another mother"-- Derek's son, Nathaniel. They are two peas in a pod! It's so fun to watch them together. They both believe they were sent to this earth to entertain and be funny, so it's non-stop joking and laughing when they're together. I love it! Nothing pleases me more than knowing that my son is happy.
Well, Mom and Dad are right in the area of Hurricane Dolly! The Rio Grande Valley, where McAllen is located, is experiencing non-stop rain, and it looks like major flooding is a possibility. The wind is 60 mph as of right now, and the rain is falling sideways because of the wind! They were advised to stay indoors at their home, so they are being obedient. I don't think anyone would want to go to the employment office in that kind of weather anyway. They are trying to keep us up-to-date so we don't worry. which is very thoughtful of them! :) They are loving their job as Employment Specialist Missionaries, and it's nice to know they are helping people help themselves.
Anywho, it's time for me to head on out to the pool! I'm at Ami's (Mom and Dad's house), and I need to help out with the kiddos. I will try to post some pics soon!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Work? What Work?
Hello, all!
I decided to switch my blog to blogspot because EVERYONE else was already blogging here. I figured it would be easier to get my information from my extended family if I created my own blog and linked up! :)
I am so grateful for the time off of work! I still am finishing up my Master's thesis, but at least I'm not required to be anywhere at a specific time for any reason. It's a beautiful feeling! Miguel and I have had a fun summer so far. We've gone to a movie at least once a week. It's not too expensive, especially if one has a big purse to fit goodies and drinks brought from home! Not that I do...I just heard... ;) We went camping at Sawmill Flats, and invited the Gills to go with us. They came up for one night and spent the day. Bob and his girlfriend, Tammy, and all their kids came to visit for a few hours, too. It was relaxing, fun, and away from Sunnyside! :)
We recently had our Rodriguez Family Reunion, but I will save the information on that for another time...
Miguel and I are visiting Derek and Shellee and their kids right now at Uncle Kent's. I've been sitting outside working on creating my blog while the kiddos have been swimming. It's been so relaxing. I also had the chance to see Evan and his adorable fiancee, Lacey. She's such a doll with a great sense of humor! She's going to fit right it!
I suppose I will sign off... I think I actually might have to get some work done on my thesis now. Darn! But, for the most part, my motto has been: Work? What work?
I decided to switch my blog to blogspot because EVERYONE else was already blogging here. I figured it would be easier to get my information from my extended family if I created my own blog and linked up! :)
I am so grateful for the time off of work! I still am finishing up my Master's thesis, but at least I'm not required to be anywhere at a specific time for any reason. It's a beautiful feeling! Miguel and I have had a fun summer so far. We've gone to a movie at least once a week. It's not too expensive, especially if one has a big purse to fit goodies and drinks brought from home! Not that I do...I just heard... ;) We went camping at Sawmill Flats, and invited the Gills to go with us. They came up for one night and spent the day. Bob and his girlfriend, Tammy, and all their kids came to visit for a few hours, too. It was relaxing, fun, and away from Sunnyside! :)
We recently had our Rodriguez Family Reunion, but I will save the information on that for another time...
Miguel and I are visiting Derek and Shellee and their kids right now at Uncle Kent's. I've been sitting outside working on creating my blog while the kiddos have been swimming. It's been so relaxing. I also had the chance to see Evan and his adorable fiancee, Lacey. She's such a doll with a great sense of humor! She's going to fit right it!
I suppose I will sign off... I think I actually might have to get some work done on my thesis now. Darn! But, for the most part, my motto has been: Work? What work?
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