IEW is the Institute for Excellence in Writing. It's a great program that I've used with my own kids. So I'm the likely substitute found to fill in for some sweet lady named Diane who is with her father because he just had a stroke and is not recovering (so pray for her too please). I'm guessing Mr. Pudewa himself wasn't available if they thought to ask him. We'll (40 kids aged 9-13yo) watch some DVDs of Mr. Pudewa teaching the "Student Writing Intensive" -- then in between I'm supposed to play the helpful teacher and encourage them and challenge them to improve their writing skills the IEW way. While their parents are in a different room learning more about Classical Conversations.
I have three days to get a game plan -- and some sleep -- and plan/prepare some meals for my family. You know, the normal stay-at-home-mom stuff. Plus maybe pick out some flooring, order cabinets, sleep (did I already mention sleep? You might notice I did not mention ironing.) Sooo this blog is gonna be quiet most likely. And I'm going to learn what it's like to GO to work all day, and get up and GO again... and again.
My girls will come home Monday while I'm gone. Tim's nephew will come Monday while I'm gone. Life WILL go on at home while I'm gone. And when I'm home in the evening I will still need to be the Mom/Wife -- and get ready for the next day. Oh, and I'll need to call the chiropractor back and reschedule for later in the week...
What did I tell the CC state manager Erica today when she asked if I needed to think about it a little longer? "Think long; think wrong." Ha ha. I didn't want to think about how much work this will be. Because Tim had already said, "Yes." Because I'm going to get paid. And help my real life friend Jennifer out of a tight spot. Maybe I'll even make some more new friends! I'll surely be sharpening my I-35 NASCAR skills. And when my DDs get home, they'll have an opportunity to be the keepers at home.
God will have a great opportunity
to show Himself strong on our behalf.
Sorry, yet another post without a photo :-(
But thank you for praying!
~ ♥ ~
oh, bless your heart ... I'm sure it will be a great experience BUT I'm sure you'll be EXHAUSTED (sorry for the lack of encouragement!)!! I worked full-time for 3 years (and part time for 2) - and juggling that & family & house (and NEW house!) is plain ol' exhausting!! Glad you have some good helpers at home :) Will be thinking of you & praying ... Get some sleep this weekend, if you can - store up your reserve!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I've been thinking about IEW for my flock, so I'll have to pick your brain about it sometime... or take a peek at your stuff. I totally want to come help you pack your school stuff...lol... I'm sure I'd get lots done! You go "working girl" ... for a few days :)
ReplyDelete"Think long, think wrong"... oh, I love that!
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Think long, think wrong ~ that's super funny! Wow! You are going to be busy-busy-busy! Know that you are being covered in prayer out here in the pacific nw! I really like iew - just not the price (to be totally honest) but we were blessed that Duke was able to take a class with it 2 years ago at co-op ~ he learned so much! Looking forward to reading how it all went for you ~ Blessings, EMichelle
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