I thought I'd send a note to mark the end of my 1st semester in seminary. This has been a good semester for me. I had much trepidation and concern over the decision to leave RRISD--librarianship, teaching, friends, the known--and to go to seminary--the unknown. Some of you will find this hard to believe, but I was one of the shy, quiet students early on. But, I've
come out of my shell and begun to feel comfortable enough to ask questions and to contribute in class. Study groups, peer editing papers, eating lunch in the dining hall regularly, and getting to know my new (on-campus) neighbors all helped.
The last 3 weeks were tense and intense. But, just like at mid-term, I survived! I did well in 2 classes, (the ones I've received papers and tests back). I was doing well in the other 2 classes up to the final, and I felt confident about those finals, so . . . I'm hoping my grades will reflect my confidence in those classes as well.
Sarah arrived home Monday evening, and Mary flies in tomorrow evening. I'm looking forward to spending the next 2 weeks with my girls, Kevin, and my mom. Then, January 5 I begin intensive Hebrew for "January term". My "upperclassmen" friends (who have already taken Hebrew) told me I will live, breathe, sleep, and eat Hebrew. With that kind of intensity, I sure hope I learn it, too. ;=)
Thank you for inviting me to Old Town's 20th anniversary. I wanted to be able to visit Old Town without imposing in any way on the new librarian. Thank you also for inviting me to the librarians' Christmas book exchange/party where I got to speak librarian-ese again ;=) We have a wonderful public services librarian here--teaching lessons on using the Ebsco databases, academic integrity--citing sources--how to get reliable info on the web--I felt right at home in her sessions!
I wish you all a wonderful holiday, time to relax and be renewed, time to enjoy your families.
As for me . . . I'm about to take the first in a series of practice Bible content exams on the internet. I take it (Bible Content Exam), the first of my 5 required exams for Presbyterian ordination, in February. (And since my brain will be Hebrew mush in January, I'm taking the practice test now.)
Peace to you all,
Mari Lyn
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