tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post809661057598632770..comments2024-02-01T14:06:20.674-06:00Comments on Knitted by God's Plan: The Sob Story of My Life: Or, The Reason I haven't Graduated YetKendra E. Ardnekhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03593051552921296108noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-90145852629643623552015-09-16T21:17:01.225-05:002015-09-16T21:17:01.225-05:00omg, you nearly lost your family members so many t...omg, you nearly lost your family members so many times. :( That's terrible...and you're so upbeat and brave and positive about it all, so go you! I do hope you get your school finished. It is a very good feeling. *nods*CG @ Paper Furyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14954615708675952085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-83547147723680276862015-09-12T15:27:49.863-05:002015-09-12T15:27:49.863-05:00I like Apologia and hated science until we started...I like Apologia and hated science until we started using it, then it became one of my favorite subjects....Morgan Hunekehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11210379865466790340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-63118182065974177832015-09-10T09:41:33.037-05:002015-09-10T09:41:33.037-05:00You're not alone. I should have graduated alre...You're not alone. I should have graduated already...but I haven't. (And I don't have any good explanation for it, unlike you.) Stay encouraged, Kendra! I'll be praying for you!ghost ryterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08479200993336583174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-38753737365429952162015-09-09T21:51:44.171-05:002015-09-09T21:51:44.171-05:00For the most part, my life has settled into place,...For the most part, my life has settled into place, which is why I'm going to knock school out of the way now, rather than later. Kendra E. Ardnekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03593051552921296108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-11895153170868649392015-09-09T21:20:11.687-05:002015-09-09T21:20:11.687-05:00I hope everything settles into place for you, and ...I hope everything settles into place for you, and never give up! I'll miss getting blog updates from you for awhile, but I look forward to when you can get back into blogging.Sarah Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10534995329201730109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-42608055587479732422015-09-09T17:47:34.846-05:002015-09-09T17:47:34.846-05:00Well I'm about 19 and I'm mostly finished....Well I'm about 19 and I'm mostly finished. I'm not going to officially graduate, I don't really think there's much point in me doing it. I've got a few trhings I'm doing but more out of interest that anything else and my writing has slowed them down this year.<br />Good for you, for setting yourself a goal. I should do that more. I am dreadful at finishing things.Brie Donninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02143675481045319013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-88215074866410695082015-09-09T14:47:42.572-05:002015-09-09T14:47:42.572-05:00That must have been pretty scary to throw out here...That must have been pretty scary to throw out here on the interwebs. Thank you for sharing. I will miss your posts - but look forward to your return! And I'll be praying for you to stay focused.<br /><br />As far as research papers go... how about researching the life of an author who fascinates you? Or research something historical that you find interesting? (I once did a research paper on Tolkien's friendship with Lewis... which was fun). Or research a dialect and defend it as being "grammatical" (I once had to do a research paper on the Appalachian dialect and explain why it was grammatically correct... little did I know I'd ever live in the Appalachian region!!!)<br /><br />Just a few thoughts to get the ol' creative juices flowing. :) Research papers are really just an opportunity to investigate something that interests you. Another idea is you could research something that would help you with your writing: clothing in the middle ages, food of a certain time period, the evolution of (insert weapon of choice here) across the ages.<br /><br />Oh, so many ideas!!! (You've awoken the English teacher in me!) :)Jenelle Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07123087491869123579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-45848428421988990502015-09-09T12:40:24.293-05:002015-09-09T12:40:24.293-05:00She'll be back soon ... Kendra is genius level...She'll be back soon ... Kendra is genius level with almost photographic memory ... I know that list of what she needs to finish sounds daunting ... but it'll not take more than 3 months for her to finish it. Unless some new disaster befalls us. I remember one year, she refused to budge on her school work and I told her she would get no party (birthday) if it wasn't completed by a certain date ... so she completed 5 months of school in 5 weeks without any mistakes or help. The required amount ... and quit again. Kendra is tenaciously single minded. When she was a toddler, I caught her contemplating her peanut butter sandwich and the VCR .... and when I told her to "Don't EVEN think about it." She proceeded to jam the sandwich into the VCR door while screaming "No pankin's" and in spite of me picking her up, still was putting that sandwich into that door! Oh yes, raising Kendra was a practice in patience and self control. It's a good thing the kid was outrageously cute. Ask her to post some baby pictures. I keep threatening to high jack her blog and post a "All About Kendra" post. EagleNestMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00900856491721862555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-80373292038560219962015-09-09T09:39:53.057-05:002015-09-09T09:39:53.057-05:00Amanda, ABeka Algebra 2 took ME an hour yesterday ...Amanda, ABeka Algebra 2 took ME an hour yesterday morning, too. :P<br /><br />I like the idea of Khan Academy, but...it just seems to be a very messy interface to me. Like, I went in there to do their sample problems for Algebra 2 once to "see where I am" and the "personalized plan" they gave me just...looked like a disaster. Maybe there's something I'm missing?Amanda Fischernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-20796596019679318352015-09-09T09:11:16.147-05:002015-09-09T09:11:16.147-05:00We will miss you TONS!!!! I'll be keeping you ...We will miss you TONS!!!! I'll be keeping you in my prayers - keep going, and remember God's got a plan through all of this. <3 You have some amazing talent, and we're all behind you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-68177112626064533352015-09-09T01:01:05.887-05:002015-09-09T01:01:05.887-05:00Wow. Just...wow.
Somehow, words seem so inadequat...Wow. Just...wow.<br /><br />Somehow, words seem so inadequate, after reading a post like this, but I'll do my best....<br /><br />QUOTE: "I'm not here to ask for pity, make excuses, or anything like that...."<br />Would you take great big air-hugs? *HUG*<br />(Er...and now half the Peanut Gallery are sending their hugs, too....)<br /><br />As others have said, you have great courage to share that, but I'm glad you did--it gives us a better understanding of you, and how to pray for you. Add me to the "I'll be praying for you" list.<br /><br />God be with you, m'dear, as you tackle your schoolwork and "press on towards the goal" as it were. We're rooting for you, girl--we love you, Sister, and we know you'll get through this! *Pompoms* RAWR!<br /><br />~"TWR"~<br />P.S.<br />If you ever need a listening ear (eye?), well, you know my e-mail address. :-)TomWildRosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12914330705701940882noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-15538577628027775822015-09-08T21:24:34.076-05:002015-09-08T21:24:34.076-05:00KA is great. I wish I could do that now.KA is great. I wish I could do that now.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03116179024981428202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-70373908070031928232015-09-08T21:21:17.449-05:002015-09-08T21:21:17.449-05:00I'll live through it. I'm almost done with...I'll live through it. I'm almost done with Biology, TBH, and I'm not entirely certain that I'm going to do their chemistry. I'll probably get through chemistry faster if I do, but I may lose my sanity in the process.<br /><br />Khan's Academy, which is amazing because it allows me to power through what I already know, and gives me videos for what I don't know (I love the combination of auditory and visual.) They're not Christain, which is why I'm NOT doing biology through them, but I made good progress on their chemistry a few years back.Kendra E. Ardnekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03593051552921296108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-46437917475591819832015-09-08T20:51:36.303-05:002015-09-08T20:51:36.303-05:00How could I forget? And yeah, I've been gettin...How could I forget? And yeah, I've been getting tired of lemonade too, but I guess I have to keep reminding myself that God is good.<br /><br />I know. It's not fair. CrashCourse on YouTube is good, even though it's not Christian. It's entertaining and helped me survive last year.<br /><br />Math. *shudders* What program are you using? I'm using Teaching Textbooks for Algebra 2...(and don't tell anyone, but I'm very behind on it.) It took me two hours for one lesson this morning.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03116179024981428202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-53300353870179989872015-09-08T20:47:34.508-05:002015-09-08T20:47:34.508-05:00"When life hands you Lemons, make lemonade&qu..."When life hands you Lemons, make lemonade"<br /><br />Yes, this is why I chose homeschooling! So I wouldn't have to listen to teachers talking down to me.<br /><br />And I've been working on math this evening. Lots of fun.Kendra E. Ardnekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03593051552921296108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-82584869015246880982015-09-08T20:47:24.029-05:002015-09-08T20:47:24.029-05:00I think you should take pride in what you've a...I think you should take pride in what you've accomplished so far. Push through because you're almost there!! It will be worth it in the end. I'll be praying for you! :) Claire B.https://clairembanschbach.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-57566707116625350192015-09-08T20:46:35.149-05:002015-09-08T20:46:35.149-05:00Oh, and I forgot three things. (Again.)
1. On Qui...Oh, and I forgot three things. (Again.)<br /><br />1. On Quizlet, I have the Apologia biology flashcards all typed out and ready for study. Tell me if you ever want the link.<br /><br />2. I should have said this before, but thank you for sharing your heart. It takes a lot of courage, and it's encouraging to know that it's not just me with struggles of my own.<br /><br />3. We are all behind you and supporting you, and you could always do a research paper on waterfalls.<br />(Kidding, kidding, but still.)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03116179024981428202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-86958966213627605722015-09-08T20:41:28.479-05:002015-09-08T20:41:28.479-05:00Lemonade?
Please do.
I KNOW, RIGHT? The whole ton...Lemonade?<br /><br />Please do.<br />I KNOW, RIGHT? The whole tone of, "Hello, puny little student. I am here to explain this thing called science, because obviously you know nothing about it, and I do. Let me unleash my bad writing upon you--I mean teach you, of course." UGH. LET ME CHOOSE MY OWN FATE, FOR CRYING OUT LOUD (which I did a lot of).<br /><br />Yes, we need to plan an awesome party. Keep us posted on your progress.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03116179024981428202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-2032393666300577492015-09-08T20:22:46.559-05:002015-09-08T20:22:46.559-05:00I like meeting humans. :)
I just want to say, I k...I like meeting humans. :)<br /><br />I just want to say, I know this must've taken a lot of courage, and thank you for sharing your story. I saw a bit of Andrew in this, but mostly, I saw the story of another friend, which was interesting. I also saw a bit of myself. That was strangely encouraging.<br /><br />I think you've made a fine choice. You can do it! I'll be praying for you to be able to get everything done and I'm looking forward to reading that research paper. No good suggestions coming to mind though...sorry!Amanda Fischernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-89514171057591606832015-09-08T20:16:33.743-05:002015-09-08T20:16:33.743-05:00I wouldn't call it a bad life, but after a whi...I wouldn't call it a bad life, but after a while, you get tired of lemonade. And yes, I should still be emailable.<br /><br />And I may take you up on that offer to commiserate - such as the writing style of my science drives me nuts. He has a slightly condescending tone, or at least that's how I read it. If I go insane, science will be the culprit. I love science, to be honest, and Apologia has some of the best CHRISTIAN textbooks, but his tone...<br /><br />That sounds lovely. I like parties.Kendra E. Ardnekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03593051552921296108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-59882004770884109422015-09-08T20:12:31.111-05:002015-09-08T20:12:31.111-05:00I don't have much school left to go. Honestly,...I don't have much school left to go. Honestly, it's tempting to give up, especially since I've given myself practically a college education on subjects I'm interested in, but it looks better on resumes if I've graduated at least high school, and I want to get out of McDonalds.Kendra E. Ardnekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03593051552921296108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-90965619162453233152015-09-08T20:12:22.846-05:002015-09-08T20:12:22.846-05:00Agreed. :)Agreed. :)Amanda Fischernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-57923598589883662212015-09-08T18:24:56.952-05:002015-09-08T18:24:56.952-05:00Oh, and also, we should throw you a party for when...Oh, and also, we should throw you a party for when you finish. Sound good?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03116179024981428202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-20001606350762616822015-09-08T16:28:48.878-05:002015-09-08T16:28:48.878-05:00My goodness. Just . . . my goodness.
I shall miss ...My goodness. Just . . . my goodness.<br />I shall miss you, but I definitely understand why you need this hiatus. I'll be praying for you and looking forward eagerly to your return. Sarah Penningtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06377945004067760298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7618645909538172709.post-42942787815835185832015-09-08T16:22:22.358-05:002015-09-08T16:22:22.358-05:00You go, Kendra! You certainly didn't have to t...You go, Kendra! You certainly didn't have to tell us about it, but it's a very good reminder that everyone has struggles even when they look fine on the outside. It helps when I'm getting into an 'oh poor me' attitude to remember that. I'm sure you will finish your schoolwork, and I can assure you that once it's finished, a huge weight will be lifted off of your mind (a weight you might not have even realized was there) and you will be able to put so much more of your mental energy into writing. In the meantime, go forth and conquer that schoolwork. We know you can!Laura Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15043576932031107768noreply@blogger.com