by krista | Jan 16, 2016 | Christ life, Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
Teens today are having sex. A lot. Studies indicate that at least half of all teenagers are sexually active in high school. Personally, I think that number is conservative. It is as casual a part of many relationships as the goodnight kiss was back in the “old...
by krista | Jan 4, 2016 | Christ life, Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
When I teach characterization in literature, I use Edgar Allan Poe’s classic, “The Tell Tale Heart”. The narrator in that story starts out by saying, “I’m not crazy!” He repeats that throughout the story – as he’s...
by krista | Dec 31, 2015 | Christ life, Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
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...
by krista | Dec 16, 2015 | Christ life, Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
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...
by krista | Dec 1, 2015 | Christ life, Christmas, Stuff about Me
Awwww. Aren’t they adorable? Those are my three kids. Nine years ago. They are still adorable, but they’re not so little anymore. My oldest is about to turn 17. My youngest daughter will be 15 in a few weeks. My baby boy is 12. Those of you teens and tweens reading...
by krista | Nov 16, 2015 | Christ life, Stuff about Me, Uncategorized
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...