Comments on: 43 Things

By: kristen

kristen — Wed, 04 Jan 2006 20:18:16 +0000

Carol,
Thanks for the encouragement! A lot of them are long-term goals, but we’ll see what I can accomplish in the here and now. I should start the Heidelberg, so I have it mastered before Kate’s ready to start. If I try to do it with her (or Lexi or any other children we may have), I’ll probably be discouraged that they are learning it more quickly and with less effort (if they are typical elementary schoolers.)

By: Carol in Oregon

Carol in Oregon — Wed, 04 Jan 2006 17:54:44 +0000

Kristen, that’s a great list. You’ve inspired me to keep track of the books I’ve read this year. My SIL tries to read 52 (last year she made it to 45) but her kids are grown and she has more time. I think your goal of 30 is great.

I *started* (key word) to memorize the Heidelberg and that question number 1 is such a great one to come back to with each new attempt. Number 28 is my favorite and I’ve made it into one of my life’s mottos “Patient in adversity and grateful in the midst of blessing.”

By: TulipGirl

TulipGirl — Wed, 04 Jan 2006 02:21:38 +0000

Mondo Beyondo 2006

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