Cambry's been on a college search this fall, and basically narrowed it down to Bethel or Hesston. After great visits to both colleges, she has decided that, for now, Hesston College feels like a good fit for her. She is really excited about their art professor and the new space the art department is getting, and it felt like his ideas meshed with hers pretty well - laid back, go with the flow, make it and see what happens! The two-year set-up also feels very good! We are happy that she feels comfortable with her choice and that she will be close to home. Maybe she will even have some lunches with Dad during his lunch break!
She enjoyed touring Bethel with her friend, Rebecca, a junior.
I have struggled with writing about the shooting in Hesston - in fact, I wasn't going to post anything about it. However, for the sake of memories, I decided I should at least touch on it. It does deserve a place. It just hit so close to home - particularly since Doug was directly involved. Honestly, I sometimes feel guilty for struggling with this tragedy. I wasn't there, I didn't lose anyone close to me, and, although I know a few people who work there, I didn't know any of the victims. And I get to move on with my life with little disruption. I feel like I am on the outside looking in. But I guess that's okay. I didn't have to be directly involved for this to touch me. My heart is sad for the families of those who died, for those who were injured, for those who witnessed it, for my brother-in-law who will probably replay images over and over, for my sister and my niece and nephew who might sometimes wonder "what if?", for th...




And maybe a lunch or dinner with Aunt Vanessa sometimes! Eek! So exciting!
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