Well, I had an interview this week at a school in Lexington. I don't think anything is going to come of it, but hey, I looked good enough to consider at any rate. I'm content to be where God wants me, and if he wants me to stay where I am, I'll do my best there.
UK (football) had a pair of crushing victories the last two weekends, one expected, the other a surprise. There defense is very good, holding the two opponents to a measley 5 points combined. UK defeated archrival Louisville 27-2 and Norfolk St 38-3. Pretty impressive defense. The offense is still looking for itself (14 of the 27 against Louisville were defensive touchdowns, and another forced turnover gave UK an easy opportunity for another), but the defense seems up to the task of keeping us afloat in the meantime. Our landlord gave us tickets to the Norfolk St game, and we had a lot of fun there.
The classes I've had the last two semesters have been heavy on the workload and I haven't read as much as years past. Ellice and I keep track of our books read and have for as long as we have been together. She's done very well this year--I have not. I've only read 8 books this year, but since I have no classes this semester, I've developed an agressive reading plan. My goal is 30 by year's end. My average is about 33 a year (Ellice usually reads about the same, but her page count is much larger). She already has 30 this year, if that gives you any idea where we are.
Along with the reading plan, which is going quite well so far, I've developed a plan for my writing. Unfortunately, with the hectic pace of our lives which includes PT twice a week, I haven't had time for much in this area. But I am putting forth the effort. Once PT is over and volleyball season begins, I hope the Mrs. and I can develop a workout program as well.
The Toothpaste Millionaire by Jean Merrill
A cute story about a pair of ingenious and courageous kids who seize opportunity and turn their ideas into a booming business. This kid's story is a great approachable way to introduce the idea of entrepreneurship. Aside from that, it's a fun story. ***
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I like finding kids' books - I'll try to remember that one - thanks!
Since you all keep a reading list, I've been doing that this year, too. It's crazy how much I read (I hadn't realized). Did you know you're considered an avid reader if you read a book a month (or was it 4 books? I'd have to check my thesis to be sure)? I found that a little frightening to think people AREN'T reading that much.
Any word on the job?
Nope. We'll chalk it up to interview practice.
I feel horrible now. I haven't read any thing that was school related. I have read many mag articles but no books. How do you find the time?
I have a system that adhere to every day; basically I read a mandatory number of pages every night before sleeping. It works for me, and I enjoy it.
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