Blogs from Edmond, Oklahoma, United States, North America

I had one of the best experiences of my life over Fall Break this year. I went on the school trip to NYC with a bunch of students I didn't know. It was the chance of a lifetime for me. The NYC media tour has opened my eyes to many new cultures and opportunities. In four short days, we visited Clear Channel Communications, Paley Media Center, the CEO of IRTS and CBS... Not to mention all the adventures we went on outside of these seminars. The trip started out hectic, to say the least! Our flight got cancelled and rescheduled. I was up until the early morning constantly checking Facebook to see what the status of our flight was. I ended up oversleeping and racing to the airport like a crazy person. I was on a ... read more

This school year I along with a hand full of Mass Communication majors received the opportunity to go to New York City for a few days in October. New York City is probably one of the most important cities a mass communications major could visit, and we took advantage of this by visiting landmark companies in media and entertainment while we were there. My favorite thing about NYC was the diverse atmosphere, the fast paced environment, and lastly the cheesecake. The diner in our hotel was filled with people speaking different languages. When people were not speaking a different language they were rushing. I was ran into or bumped so many times I lost count. Time Square is expected to be constantly busy, but everywhere I went was crowded with people in a hurry to get ... read more

   We were once again woken by screaming toddler getting spanked. Since the sun was out again we headed to the beach! We spent our last hour splashing in the waves and digging our toes in the sand. Next, we jumped in the pool while dad made a friend from New Orleans. What's with all the friends, who does he think he is, Caleb?They talked sports for 30 minutes, then we had to finish packing. Caleb carefully caries the turtles down the steps and we carried the luggage. ( we need turtle names! Connors is Mako, I came up with that one, you know, like the shark, anyway, we need another name, We don't know if they're boys or girls, but I like Coco, then it would be Coco like coconut  and Mako, very beachy) Then ... read more

Welcome to my online journal of my travels through China on a People-To-People Pilgrimage with Division of Overseas Ministries with the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Follow my journey from my doorstep "to the end of the earth" (Acts 1:8). What is a People-to-People Pilgrimage? "A People-to-People Pilgrimage is an exciting adventure, not only for those who participate in the pilgrimage, but for the entire congregation. The experience is contagious and may result in a revitalization of your congregation. Global Ministries has as its priority and emphasis on Critical Presence" which is understood as meeting God's people and creation at the point of deepest need:spiritually, physically, emotionally, and/or economically. A People-to-People Pilgrimage provides opportunities for individuals to participate in a ministry of critical presence by visiting with and accompanying our ... read more

We had a great Thanksgiving, over 60 Converses or related family turned out at the United Methodist Church in Great Bend Kansas. The next day, Linda and I headed out for Edmond Oklahoma, only four hours away. I wanted to meet fellow blogger Kate Hildebrand. We got acquainted through this blog service. I truly liked her blog and contacted her asking her to come to Kinsley Rotary and give a program. To my great surprise she accepted and she came and gave one of the best programs we had all summer. Linda and I got another great Thanksgiving dinner at the Hildebrands. Betsy, Kate's Mom is a great cook!!!! Linda and I certainly enjoyed our time at the Hildebrands and hope they can come and visit us again someday. All are avid adventure travelers. Betsy, in ... read more