The Hunger Games

I have been sick since Wednesday with a cold and even though I took half a day on Friday- i still ended up doing way too much instead of resting.

So today- I stayed in ALL day and decided to start reading The Hunger Games that i brought from the Book Depository last month. My good friend Erin told me to read it back in 2009, and i know i should- as an English teacher-  read more Young adult literature.  She raved about this series and said my kids would love it but I thought nothing could match the " Twilight" fever. 

But, once I started reading I could not put it down and finished the whole thing before my hubby made it home from church.  I found myself gasping out loud, laughing out loud, saying " No-are you kidding me!"- I just couldn't help myself! I wouldn't hesitate to suggest the book to anyone- however, the entire concept and violence might be disturbing for some. The book is on America's 100 banned books list but I am still going to try and convince my HOD to buy a class set as I think the kids will love it. YOU should read it to!

Happy Birthday Daluwyn

Last year my sister gave birth to the most beautiful boy around. This week we celebrated his first birthday.

Happy Birthday Daluwyn!

Love Aunty Tiff and Uncle Tuks x

Girls gone mild

As a Young Women's leader I have a special responsibility of teaching the youth the importance of keeping standards while dating. This can be a really hard thing to do! Even though I am only 8 years older than some of the girls, it seems like they have so much more to deal with than I ever did.

Today we had a special Chastity presentation/discussion with our Laurels and Mia maids. Thankfully I have had enough awkward conversations with kids at school, that nothing is too embarrassing for me to talk about. So, what could have potentially been an awkward morning was actually a great learning experience for all.

My hubby made up a " Chastity curve" to highlight the dangers of going past your First Kiss. If you ever have an opportunity to teach the youth about Chastity feel free to use it. It was a great resource and it prompted lots of discussion.

I think my Young Women are amazing. They were sent to earth at a crazy time, but the Lord knows they can handle it, and I do too.