Artistic Responses

It was so cool to see everyone's artistic responses today! People came up with really creative ideas, and each person seemed to have really thought about it seriously. It was interesting to see that everyone got to learn something new about Native Americans this quarter, and that they were able to show that in their  responses.
To be honest, I never really had interest in Native Americans until this quarter, and without the assignment of writing a research paper on them, I probably would have never made the effort to learn about them. But I have to say i have enjoyed the process of doing the research for my paper! I have learned soo much and it made me realize how much we do not know about our own nation and its history. Some reservations really need tons of help, and even though I personally cant do much by myself, I think just being aware of these circumstances is a very important thing.

I'm so glad Kohl, Paco, and Jordan could come last week and talk again. It's always interesting to hear about what they have to say. Thanks again!

Japan 9.0M Earthquake

Hey guys, I'm sure you've heard about the huge earthquake in Japan. I used to live in Tokyo until three years ago and everything I'm seeing on the news just seems so unreal... There wasn't too much damage in Tokyo where my grandparents and all of my friends live, but they were all shaken up by the experience. It was big enough for them not be able to keep standing during the quake, so even if there wasn't much damage, it was pretty big. Plus, they've been having after shocks often, and are still having them.  My dad's cousin lived where the tsunami hit and we can't get a hold of his family yet... he owned a rice field and we're suspecting his house and all of his land is now covered in water. My heart just feels soo heavy because I really cant do anything to help!!!

Also, seeing this happen to Japan makes me think how much I need to appreciate each day I'm given and to really make the most of it. Please continue to pray for Japan. They really need it...