Doings and Goings On

Today, I finally got out of the house. I HAD to have a Starbucks mocha before I went nuts. The cookie was good, too. Needing a little outdoors fix, I stopped in at Wild 1 and bought some Nikwax Fabric and Leather for my boots. I might put a little on my wife's new Merrel shoes also.

Today the office is pretty quiet. The sixth grade teachers have a meeting for their fall trip to Nasu-dake. It's a cool volcano with steam vents and such. I have to make a couple of lesson plans and then I'll be basically good for the day. I have an hour to do that, should take five minutes, so no problem.

I'm really excited about my plans to go to western Honshu and Kyushu this winter. I want to really test my travel experience and ability before we begin to plan for Europe. The goal is cheap and fun. Hopefully they become synonymous for my wife. That would make everything perfect.

Yesterday was my mom's birthday. Happy birthday, mom! She's the greatest supporter of sons that a son could have. Dad is, too!

I need to get a hold of Dale pretty soon. I feel guilty about not contacting him in so long, but it is a difficult process to do. Hopefully I can get it figured out. I miss you, Dale! We pray for you and your safe return everyday.

Well, that'll be all for now. Until I think of something else to write....

Steve