Sunday, May 11, 2008

Go Cowboys!

I got accepted to OSU (Oklahoma State University) into the MA Creative Writing program. We actually found out two weeks ago, but I didn't get into the Teacher's Assistantship Program (which would've covered the cost of school plus a stipend). So, we weren't sure if I even wanted to go. After five semesters straight, the thought of two more years of English classes had me feeling a little burned out. So we debated and prayed. I fasted. I talked to some of my english teachers. I finally decided that it was the right thing to do. There is still a chance that I will get the teacher's assistantship program, the lady at the office said that I was first on the waiting list. So, if anyone turns down the offer, I will get a chance. We will be about an hour and a half from Natasha's parents in Stillwater.
It's a 19 hour drive, 1272 miles from Rexburg.
We will be moving sometime at the end of July or beginning of August. Since Natasha's mom works for Southwest Airlines, she is going to fly us out for free in a couple weeks so I can register for classes and check everything out. We are excited. We have loved Oklahoma every time we've been there. We are sure that it's what we are supposed to do at this time.

6 comments:

Liz said...

CONGRATULATIONS! I'm so excited for you guys! Of course, we'll miss you lots here. But it sounds like a great opportunity, and I'm glad to hear you making big plans!

Laura McBride said...

Congratulations! It's always fun to find out what lies beyond Rexburg. But trust me, enjoy Rexburg while you have it b/c you will miss it more than you think. Eat some Craigos for us and some Millhollow and go to that beautiful temple! Can't wait to see you at the reunion and let us know if we can help plan anything!

the fellers said...

Yay! I am so excited for you! I hope it works out to do the teaching...that would be fabulous! you will be so glad you did this, I am sure! I think it is time for some more Eliiot pictures too!!

skyhawk and kim said...

WAHOO Okalahoma and yes please more Elliot pictures!!!

Angela Shaw said...

Wow! That's quite the move! Natasha- did you ever think you would be moving back to OK?? Good luck Steven with school, I bet you can't wait to be done, I know my husband can't!

Heather said...

holy cow!!! steven and natasha (remember me, heather from #7 in woodman apts.?)
wow, we've been outta rexburg for a year 1/2 and you guys have a kid!!! holy congrats!!!! he's adorable!!!
so, how are you guys?!?! hope all is well!!! found you from reading through shon and vinnie's blog! let me know how you are! and congrats on your little guy!