A couple of months ago, I nominated Goessel Elem. to receive a $500 check from EMC Insurance and KAKE TV. Much to my delight, they picked our school, and yesterday, Mr. Pauls (our librarian) received the check. The fun thing about this award is that Susan Peters, one of the KAKE news anchors, comes and reads a book to the whole school. I was able to go and watch the presentation -- it was so much fun! She read a pirate book that Mr. Pauls had picked out and he even made her put a pirate hat on with some "gold" and "pearls." She had fun with it, and the kids had a great time! There was a short 30 sec. spot on the news yesterday. On Saturday (the 6th) there will be a 1:30 spot on the 6:00 news (channel 10). What fun! And what a great way for our school to get some extra funds!



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...
So cool!
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