4 years

It's been 4 years since the Taylor van accident on I-69. Time has passed so quickly, yet it feels like that evening happened a lifetime ago. I vividly remember first getting the news- then the panicked walk to the chapel, frantically searching each face I encountered so I could account for those closest to me. The wailing that evening is unequivocal to anything else I've experienced. But so is God's grace. Praise the Lord for His faithfulness in the midst of our immense grief!

Sometimes my life is just fun(ny)

During notes- in the middle of an example (and I mean the middle)!
"Miss H, are you always this excited about math?"
(Why yes, I do believe I am.)

Again, during notes, but between examples this time (thankfully).
"Miss H, you know what I think you should do? You should quit teaching and become that lady for the Orbit gum commercials."
(Again with the enthusiasm... and because I make them keep their mouths clean in class... at least with their language.)

During the Madison County meet last night.
High school boy: Hey there. How you doin' tonight?
(I'm the coach. Do not try to pick me up.)

Athletic director: That girl's running across the infield pretty quickly.
Assistant Principal: That's not a girl. That's Rebecca.
(I want to know how many times I was mistaken for an athlete that evening...)

81 on April 1st

I arrived back at my apartment just before 8 this evening (after a stop for takeout at B dubs- woo hoo!). My car thermometer still read 81. I coached in shorts and a tank top today- and I have the [dark] pink tan lines to prove it. Man, I missed the sun more than I realized! We had day 1 of time trials at practice today and we'll conclude with the 400 and 800 tomorrow. A local newspaper called this evening for information on the team to print in tomorrow's newspaper. Next Thursday is our first outdoor meet. I guess this is really happening. :)

This week a friend from Hartford City, John, very graciously agreed to drive over to Madison-Grant to coach our throwers. They've improved dramatically since Monday and their power stances are looking great! The glide is coming along and, for the time being, we've put a hold on the rotational spin method for shot. Baby steps. They've all enjoyed having a throws 'expert' hanging around and John has appreciated the chance to be around track and field again. It's a win-win situation.

This week began our 4th marking period. Eight more weeks in the school year. Where in the world did year 2 go?! The TUTF athletes come back from their spring break PCB trip late Easter Sunday. I may have a few of them over that night since dorms don't open again until Monday afternoon.

If the weather remains this beautiful through the weekend I just might have to take my bike out for a nice ride and get some good cycling miles in. And, on a semi-related note, if you're asthmatic, it's probably a good idea to use your inhaler before any given workout... just a thought ;)