"Smiling, it's a whole lot better than being pissed off all the time."
-Joe
What a great quote to get me through the day! Volleyball has been Challenging to say the least. Trying to set standards without pushing too hard . . . learning its a tough balance.
9.23.2009
9.09.2009
Summer Rewind
What a summer it has been!
Joe and I were able to move out of Stockton (can I get an AMEN?!?), get jobs in a bad economy (thank-you Mills and Apple!), begin our new jobs, and still had the great opportunity for some amazing moments together. Summer '09 has definately been full of changes and so many amazing opportunities to learn and grow. Goodbye summertime, looking forward to seeing you again next year.
Joe and I were able to move out of Stockton (can I get an AMEN?!?), get jobs in a bad economy (thank-you Mills and Apple!), begin our new jobs, and still had the great opportunity for some amazing moments together. Summer '09 has definately been full of changes and so many amazing opportunities to learn and grow. Goodbye summertime, looking forward to seeing you again next year.
And We're Off
To say the least things have been SUUUPER busy!
Between weddings and beginning work the past month has just flown right by.
Coaching is going great. I really love my job. My players work their butts off and that's all I can ask. We are improving, slowly but surely, everyday and it is so rewarding to see their improvement. Coaching has also been extremely challenging, I am understanding that it is more about managing people than it is even about teaching skills. I have much to learn but am enjoying the growing process.
Having said that. . .. .
OUR FIRST MATCH IS TOMORROW!!!! YIKES, WOWZERS, and WAHOO!
As the coach I am excited but feeling a bevy of emotions. . . que the song . . . "sweeeettttt eeeeemmmooootiiooons". Ha, dont know why but that popped into my head.
And, after much diligence and hard work I have finalized our schedule! You can find it here:
http://www.mills.edu/campus_life/athletics_and_recreation/athletics/volleyball_schedule_results.php
Our biggest trip will be to SoCal next weekend. Almost like a little bit of a homecoming trip for me. . .staying in a hotel very close to the Ontario Mills Mall and looking forward to seeing many friends and family at the matches! And, any of you out of towners, please always know that you are MORE THAN WELCOME to attend a match! I would love to see you and have you on the MIlls College Campus. :)
Wish me luck tomorrow! I welcome any prayers or thoughts for tomorrow, especially regarding my patience and being consistent in my support and encouragement.
Between weddings and beginning work the past month has just flown right by.
Coaching is going great. I really love my job. My players work their butts off and that's all I can ask. We are improving, slowly but surely, everyday and it is so rewarding to see their improvement. Coaching has also been extremely challenging, I am understanding that it is more about managing people than it is even about teaching skills. I have much to learn but am enjoying the growing process.
Having said that. . .. .
OUR FIRST MATCH IS TOMORROW!!!! YIKES, WOWZERS, and WAHOO!
As the coach I am excited but feeling a bevy of emotions. . . que the song . . . "sweeeettttt eeeeemmmooootiiooons". Ha, dont know why but that popped into my head.
And, after much diligence and hard work I have finalized our schedule! You can find it here:
http://www.mills.edu/campus_life/athletics_and_recreation/athletics/volleyball_schedule_results.php
Our biggest trip will be to SoCal next weekend. Almost like a little bit of a homecoming trip for me. . .staying in a hotel very close to the Ontario Mills Mall and looking forward to seeing many friends and family at the matches! And, any of you out of towners, please always know that you are MORE THAN WELCOME to attend a match! I would love to see you and have you on the MIlls College Campus. :)Wish me luck tomorrow! I welcome any prayers or thoughts for tomorrow, especially regarding my patience and being consistent in my support and encouragement.
7.26.2009
Mount Everest and Flip Flops
Sometimes I feel like God's challenges are so great, like I am climbing Mt. Everest with Flip Flops.
Lately I have been super worried and nervous for my job at Mills. Just really struggling with the confidence to know that I can do the job . . . that I can effectively lead a group of young women. . . .a group of young women looking at ME for answers, guidance, support, and leadership (overwhelming and SCARY at times . . . right!?!?!)
However, after expressing these apprehensions to Joe I have realized that while I may feel like I am climbing Mt. Everest with Flip Flops, God at the same time has provided me with the world's most caring, encouraging, supportive, patient, and knowledgeable Sherpa. . . My Sherpa Joe :)
Joe (Sherpa Husband) I love you, thank-you so much for you love, patience, and encouragement as I tackle this new challenge, and as we take on this amazing opportunity to grow. I feel so lucky everyday to have you.
6.25.2009
San Fran Disctricts
I love this poster!
Points out all of the districts in San Fran in such a creative way! Whenever Joe and I are driving, I'm always asking myself, and Joe, "what district are we in?, I wonder what this district is known for?, I love getting lost. . etc" There just seems so much to explore!!! It's so fuN!
For anyone wondering, Currently, Joe and I live in the Sunset District with Pagra :) From my understanding the Sunset district is known for Golden Gate Park, the Cliff House Restaurant, Fog (read no Sun in the Sunset), and the Zoo. :) We sorta live in the boonies for the city, but loving every minute!
Points out all of the districts in San Fran in such a creative way! Whenever Joe and I are driving, I'm always asking myself, and Joe, "what district are we in?, I wonder what this district is known for?, I love getting lost. . etc" There just seems so much to explore!!! It's so fuN!
For anyone wondering, Currently, Joe and I live in the Sunset District with Pagra :) From my understanding the Sunset district is known for Golden Gate Park, the Cliff House Restaurant, Fog (read no Sun in the Sunset), and the Zoo. :) We sorta live in the boonies for the city, but loving every minute!
Giants Game
So, yes, it's true when you live in the city there seem to be a lot of things to do!
Joe and I got some sweet (read nosebleed) seats at the Giant's game last weekend. The park is absolutely outstanding and beautiful. All I could pay attention to the whole game were the advertisements and promotions taking place, I guess that is what 2 years of working in athletic marketing do to you. I swear I will never be able to watch a sporting event the same way again! Too much to analyze. . haha.
Anywho, Joe and I felt really proud of ourselves because we took the Muni downtown to the game. It was amazing, literally two blocks from Pagra's we hopped on the N. Judah Muni/Train/Bus (I'm confused as to what it actually is. . . it goes underground, but also on streets, and can definately be mistaken for a BART train when underground in downtown. . .I have never rode on anything so versatile!) rode for about 40 mins (lots of stops), and VOILA we were dropped off it off directly in front of the ballpark! Amazing I say! It reminds of something like the elevator featured at the end of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory movie. . .no? Don't beleive me, then come and visit! ha.
Anyway, here are some pics.
p.s. Rachel you see that Big Coca Cola Bottle in the background, well that happens to be a slide. . I'm envisioning Drew and Sierra going down the slide. . . I'm envisioning a visit to San Fran with fam?!?!? Think about it! :)
Joe and I got some sweet (read nosebleed) seats at the Giant's game last weekend. The park is absolutely outstanding and beautiful. All I could pay attention to the whole game were the advertisements and promotions taking place, I guess that is what 2 years of working in athletic marketing do to you. I swear I will never be able to watch a sporting event the same way again! Too much to analyze. . haha.
Anywho, Joe and I felt really proud of ourselves because we took the Muni downtown to the game. It was amazing, literally two blocks from Pagra's we hopped on the N. Judah Muni/Train/Bus (I'm confused as to what it actually is. . . it goes underground, but also on streets, and can definately be mistaken for a BART train when underground in downtown. . .I have never rode on anything so versatile!) rode for about 40 mins (lots of stops), and VOILA we were dropped off it off directly in front of the ballpark! Amazing I say! It reminds of something like the elevator featured at the end of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory movie. . .no? Don't beleive me, then come and visit! ha.
Anyway, here are some pics.
p.s. Rachel you see that Big Coca Cola Bottle in the background, well that happens to be a slide. . I'm envisioning Drew and Sierra going down the slide. . . I'm envisioning a visit to San Fran with fam?!?!? Think about it! :)
6.23.2009
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