A calling from deep within my soul.

Hi ladies,

I would like to know some of the problems that you as women from 19-30 face in your lives. I find that being a woman between 19-30 that we are in a limbo trying to find ourselves and where we belong. We may ask ourselves questions like, "Who are my true friends?," How does my marriage match up to others?," "Why am I not married yet?," "Is this how life is going to be until my time on earth is done?"

I hope to plan and devise some studies/classes based upon your answers. If you would please share your concerns with life with me. You can make it private by e-mailing me at danielle@kb9moe.org, or you can just post it however you wish. This is not to make anyone feel lesser of a person; but a means to start some growth into a closer relationship with God.

In the mean time, please check out our new group at The Creek- http://www.ignitewomen.com

Thanks in advance to all who help me out!

Transforming Lives One at a Time

Hello! I am so excited to post this blog for I feel it well within my soul. This weekend was such a transforming one that I have been excited about since May or April! My church is under way of creating a new women's group. It is called Ignite for women. It is all about reaching across to all women, Christians, non Christians, all denominations, all ethnic backgrounds, all economic backgrounds in hopes of creating such a strong bond with Christ and one another.

The first act of the group that I'm so happy to be a part of was to host a Beth Moore simulcast. She was in Louisville, Ky and we were privileged to see her via satellite. If you do not know anything about Beth Moore, you must check her out at http://www.lproof.org. She is amazing and has been an inspiration to me. You can do online Bible studies with her at your own pace even. She's so sweet and teaches me so much about life as a woman trying to serve Christ as best as we can.

While we I was enjoying my new experiences with Christ and the fellowship with other women, Dustin, Butch, Scott, and Marsha were hanging out at our house. Here's a picture of Dustin and our babies :)







If you're in the Indy area you should definitely check out the Ignite women's group at The Creek: http://www.ignitewomen.com.

Back to School

Today is our second day back to school on a full schedule from the get-go. I wanted to show off my new classroom decorated with the help of Rachel down the street. I got this classroom because my mentor from student teaching retired and left me.

Here is when you walk into my classroom and look to the right.

This is the front left of my classroom.


This is the back of the classroom

The door into my classroom and my closets.

My Atterbury Mission

So today was such a fun day and I was super excited all week long for today's activities. As you know Dustin is in the Air Force (active) and works at Camp Atterbury. Well, they are a range that helps to train all the troops (Air Force & Army planes). They train the pilots and crews to be able to work under the pressure of opposing forces such as our current problems: Iraq and Afghanistan. Shelbyville's crew called and asked for Atterbury to participate in a joint mission. We had people set up all over central Indiana and Blackhawks (2 ships) had to fly in under threat and fire, land to pick up and drop off people (pretend), and then fly off to the next location and do it all over again. They had 2 minutes to do this right and stay on time. They were graded on how well they were able to deal with the threat and firing upon them.

Well... Dustin and I weren't going to get to spend much time together this weekend unless I went to work with him. Now I've gone to work with him many of times before so I pretty much understand what's going on, etc. I also thought, hey during the breaks, I can prepare lesson plans for this next week--which I finished! Wahoo!

Anyway, so I help Dustin set up the threat emitter (radar) and this smoky SAM launcher that acts as if we're shooting these rocket type bombs up to them. Basically it is just a huge fire work that goes up 2500 feet in the air. I had a blast of a day! I was able to use both defense mechanisms to pretend to be a member of the Taliban or former Al-Quaida. I was having fun yelling ALALALLALALALA or however you spell what they yell when they are going to bomb someone and see 99 virgins waiting for them.

When I thought the excitement of it was at the peak, something even better happens. I was running the threat emitter and had my sights set on one of the Blackhawks. Dustin fires a SAM in the air and the next Blackhawk freaks out. Try to imagine your response to a deer running out into the middle of the road and you freak out knowing you don't want to crash into him. Now imagine that same scene in the AIR! It was hilarious and so much fun. They really were not prepared for that and it was great utilization and practice for them. Who knows what they'll see over there. These Blackhawk troops will be shipping out in September, so please pray that they get all the training and support they need before being sent over!

So here are some pictures to follow up the fun. I was so excited I totally forgot to take pictures all day... so these are of the last 2 ship that came. Enjoy!

Quick little survey

What year was it five years before you were born?
1979

What holiday is closest to your birthday?
Labor Day

What is your name if you spell it without the letters "e" "y" and "t"?:
Danille

If you named a band after your birth-month and your pet, what would it be?
August Gracie

What year is the oldest car you or your family owns?
My husband I own a 2003 and 2007, my parents oldest is a 1992.

Have you had your birthday yet this year?
No it is coming soon though.

What is your favorite Candy?
Chocolate

How old will you be in 5 years?
29

How about in 20?
44

Where was the last place you went?
To school to work on my classroom

Is there a mirror in your room?
Yes a full length mirror.

Do you have a twin?
no

When was the last time you were sick?
I haven't been sick in awhile, probably January.

What was the last movie you watched in theaters?
I believe it was Zohan.

Are you afraid of shots?
no

What color are the walls of the room you are in now?
Beach Sand brown

How many letters are in your middle name?
3

Do you know your blood type?
no

How many times have you donated blood?
None

What is the nearest yellow object to you?
A book that I'm reading: Karen Kingsbury's Remember

Are you wearing anything blue?
Yes actually, blue gym shorts

What's one thing you've learned recently?
I'm a stronger person than I thought I was and I realize just how important love is.


Would you forgive a friend for telling your biggest secret?
Yes

Is there anyone you hate?
No



Three hours ago were you touching a person of the opposite sex?
Actually, probably.

Are you in a good mood?
I'm a little frustrated that I have blisters on my shoulders, but that'll go away soon enough.

Do you believe in luck?
Sometimes.

Where did you get the shirt you're wearing?
From Alco in Ligonier

Last person who told you your problems were going to be okay?
Mom & Dustin

Be honest, do you like people in general?
Most of the time.

What do you want more than anything?
To be happy, successful, loving, and have a family with my husband.

Has anyone ever told you you have pretty eyes?
Yes

Nintendo Wii

The 4th of July weekend posed too many possibilities. First we were offered to go to the Anderson family campout/cook out. Second we were invited to go ride a yacht up and down the Ohio River. It was such a difficult decision, but we wanted to do both. Sadly, it didn't end up that way.

So Thursday we packed up, including 2 dogs, and drove to Columbus, Ohio to meet Uncle Butch at his hotel. We hung out that night and really didn't do anything. Friday we wake up to prepare to go to the Ohio and it is raining. We decide not to go and instead they bring up playing the Wii. Since these consoles are such prized commodities right now, we figured we'd not be able to buy one. I call all over Columbus, Ohio including the Game Stops and Wal Marts. Butch says, "What about Meijer?" So I choose a Meijer randomly out of the phone book. They had 4! We race over there and Butch buys one and so do we. We get back to the room and bowl all day/night. It was almost hard to leave for dinner.

Saturday the rest of the group--Scott, Marcia, Butch, and Taunya-- prepare to go to the river and we prepare to head back to Indiana. On our way home we stop and get a few other games and accessories, and play all night long. Let's just say I'm addicted to Guitar Hero III and doing quite well at it!

On another note, Wednesday of this week I'm going to go work in my classroom and had volunteered to help with registration.... yes I did say registration in July. I start back to work on July 18th and the students are back on July 21st. I'm not so sure I'm ready. I really like not having to work, but still brining in a nice pay check!

Molly's Wedding Pics

Just thought I'd post a new picture of Dustin and me at Molly's wedding. Jill, how do I make this my main photo for my whole page like yours?