Oh My Word! Today, December 8, 2008, will never be forgotten by friends, family, my math teacher, and me. Today was the first day of Christmas break '08, and it was a crazy day. I woke up and exercised for the first time pretty much since school started. It felt absolutely wonderful, and I cannot wait to exercise tomorrow...endorphins, I have missed those suckers! Anyway, with a short trip to the bank I was ready to begin my Christmas shopping. While I was busy with my elf duties, Rachel called and said that our Math 341 grades were up. Just a little background... I have been studying for this final for the past month of my life. Mathematical Analysis does not come easy to my brain, so I had to make a 75 on my comprehensive final to pass with a C or the class would not count toward graduation which result in re-taking the course. Now this is a huge, big deal because if I did not pass I would not graduate which would mean I would not be able to do my internship for teaching next year. I had faith that if that happened that Jesus had a plan and it would all work out the way it was suppose to because He is Jesus and that means He is sovereign and way above a final! But, just to be honest I would really love to wear that cap and gown this spring. So, back to the story, the teacher gave me a C-, which does not count as passing in the math dept. I was devastated and quickly wrote an email asking to talk with the teacher. Luckily He emailed me back to say, "I will be in my office this afternoon, but I don't see anyway I will be able to change your grade." I tearfully grabbed my purse and headed to the top floor of Ayres Hall for a serious meeting. After talking for a little while we realized I was 4 tenths of a point away from a C, and if we could find a some place on my test where he could give me one more point I would have a C easily. So, the search began. I felt as if I was in a movie because we went through every problem with him telling me how lenient he was on grading the test until we got to the last part of the last problem! I actually got the answer right, but he didn't give me the points for it...silly man! So I sit here typing tonight having passed my Mathematical Analysis course. Never have I ever worked so hard, prayed so diligently, and trusted immeasurably. I really have a new meaning for the verse in Matthew that says, "with God, all things are possible."
The day ended with a pedicure (signature color of the season is now: Rosy Mistletosies) then more Christmas shopping then dinner at Pimento's with Natalie then Secret Santa with Becca, Chels, Jessica, Laura, Natalie and Cara(via telephone).
I learned a lot today, but most importantly I was reminded of how loved and supported I am by my parents, sister, friends, and Jesus. They were all with me every step of the way praying, calling, and holding my hand! I am one lucky girl!!
Please enjoy my family and I below! This is what you might define as "study break."
3 comments:
CONGRATULATIONS!!! I know this is a huge relief for you. We are very proud of you.
YAYYYYYY!!! i was just so excited for you that i read it out loud to adam (who was equally as excited). Way to go steph...i love you
wow! your fam can dance! impressive..
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