What a Year!

2015 was a BIG year for the McGee family: BIG birthdays, BIG move, BIG changes. We started out 2015 knowing we’d need to move, but not knowing where. I prayed…and prayed…and prayed that we wouldn’t have to leave Florida. That’s home! Our...

Your Grades Do Not Define You

It’s Finals Week at schools across the country. Students are stressing, staying up late, and kicking themselves for not paying better attention in class this semester. Many students feel MAJOR pressure to deliver exceptional grades. However, sometimes, students...

Dealing With Disappointment

Several years ago, I directed my favorite musical, “The Wizard of Oz,” at my old school. I was so excited about this musical! But the part I always hate about directing is the casting. I hate posting that list, hate knowing some of the kids will be upset at not...

Mountain Climbing

Yesterday, several members of my daughter’s 11th grade class climbed a mountain. They were on the mountain for almost 3 hours. They returned exhausted, a little bruised, and incredibly hungry. But they loved it. They bonded as a class. They watched the sun set...

Thirsty

In my day, it was called “boy crazy”. Today, teens use the word “thirsty” to describe a girl who is seeking the attention of the opposite sex. I think it’s normal and natural that teenage girls are “thirsty”. God has given...