News of some import

[linaewen]

Very exciting news
Yesterday my son had his last class of the semester at the local community college -- Intro to Philosophy. After having to leave school two years ago because of poor grades, he has learned that he is is getting an A- in this class, and the teacher is recommending him for the college's Honor Society. She also wants him to be in her Honors Ethics class in the spring (if he has not returned to his previous college by then). During their final classtime, the students had kind of an informal conversation time while the teacher finished grading, and Nathan discovered to his amazement that the other students like him and admire him and his ability to look at issues from a whole new perspective -- he was actually popular! He finally got to explain why his perspective is so unique and the others were quite interested in what he had to share about growing up in Pakistan.

Not so very exciting news
Hubby and I have a meeting this afternoon with the head of our organization -- a review of our last two years here at the office and probably discussion of our future involvement. As with all such reviews, no matter how encouraging and wonderful it turns out to be, there is always an element of fear and apprehension that there will be changes made -- or at least suggested -- when one least expects it. When we originally came on board it was for two years, and that time is almost up. Thus the review. Interestingly enough, though we want to remain for more time here, the idea of actually committing to it and thus definitely postponing a return overseas is almost as worrisome as other options -- especially for my Hubby, who is less fulfilled in his work here.

I ask that you would all pray with me that we would transparent and open and flexible, and able to make any decisions that need to be made as a result of the meeting, in the best interests of our family's needs. I am hoping to be able to report tomorrow that this not so very exciting news, is actually really very exciting. ;-)

Definitely not exciting news
I have a cold. It is not a very bad cold, but it is enough that I feel quite lethargic -- and I must look lethargic, because people have asked me if I am okay! I have way too much work to do in many different areas, for me to be sick going into the weekend. I am working now, but plan to go home for a bit before my afternoon meeting, and take a nap. Hopefully I'll have the energy it will take to clean up after the work team in preparation for guests arriving on the weekend.

Yet even though I am worried (probably unnnecessarily) about the meeting this afternoon, and even though I feel rather yucky, I am VERY excited and encouraged by my son's progress in school. May he be as successful in learning to drive and getting a part-time job that suits his needs, and may I know what to do to help him to that end.

Comments

[my-cocoon.livejournal.com]

Prayers answered for Nat.

Still Praying for you and dh

Always praying and wishing you the best and health, you are the glue that makes it all work together.

Still Here, Still Praying

Tommy

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thanks, Tom, you are most encouraging!

[wadearturo.livejournal.com]

Good luck today, honey. I'll be thinking about you and Doug today.
And very happy about Nathan!
*snuggles*

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thanks, dearest! I'll keep you posted! Nathan's pretty happy, that's for sure -- and of course, we are, too. It's good to see him confirmed like this.

[kimbys-place.livejournal.com]

sending hugs, kudos, Kleenex, and a big gold star for Nathan.
loving and praying much

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thanks, love -- I feel those prayers and hugs.

The only good thing about this cold is that my nose is not drippy. :-D

[maidoforange.livejournal.com]

(((((((((Lin))))))))). I would worry about you and miss you awfully if you went overseas! It is so dangerous. I know what you mean about reviews.

That is GREAT news about your son. I am so glad. :) He is, of course, very intelligent. He would have to be. He is your son.

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thanks for your sweet words! It is dangerous overseas, but we have lived in that kind of danger before, and believe it or not, it's not so bad. :-D

My son is very intelligent, and it's nice to have other people confirm that so that HE doesn't doubt it.

[solodancer.livejournal.com]

it truly warms my heart to hear about Nathan. And maybe, just maybe, this news about how he's doing is God's way of preparing you for going back to Pakistan. If he's getting a better handle on things socially and academicaly then maybe he doesn't need you to stay anymore and God knows you needed confirmation of that before being able to have peace with the idea of returning.

Whatever the outcome of your meeting though, I am very happy to hear about Nathan's progress. It has to be a huge load off of your heart too.

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

I'm praying this boost to his confidence will give him the courage to step out more in other areas. We need to start pushing him harder to get out there and do some of those things he's been worrying about -- now he knows that people don't think he's stupid or odd, it could make a big difference.

[rosiegardener.livejournal.com]

my, you must be proud of your son - I'm very happy for him.
Prayers coming your way and I hope you feel well again soon !

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Thanks so much for the prayers and well wishes! I'm so pleased for my boy, he really needed his confidence in himself confirmed.

[my-cocoon.livejournal.com]

still here waiting and watching for news.....

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

Sent you that email I promised you the other day with the info requested -- look in your hotmail account -- and included some news, too.

That icon is marvelous!!! It looks like a living monarch!

[gondoriangirl.livejournal.com]

That is wonderful news about your son! I found when I went back to school (after a similar type hiatus) I did so much better GPA-wise! That must be so encouraging to him. I know he will remember that when he makes the decision on what classes to take and which school to attend.

[lin4gondor.livejournal.com]

He's pretty pleased about it, that's for sure! He needed that confidence boost.

BTW, thought I'd just mention I'm wearing those mathom bracelets you sent me as we speak. They are marvelous!