TeamMates

I wanted to share a quick post about something I am very passionate about.

If you live in Nebraska, you have likely heard of the TeamMates Mentoring Program.  A couple of years ago, I decided to sign up and subsequently was matched with a sweet, beautiful girl who was finishing up third grade. Fast forward a couple of years and I now have the privilege of seeing an incredibly intelligent, caring, and driven fifth grader every week.

Tonight, Lincoln put on a wonderful recognition dinner honoring the mentors and mentees. Dr. Shane Lopez, author of Making Hope Happen was the speaker. Dr. Lopez shared on the importance of causing a "ripple of hope" for the people in our lives, and the dramatic effect that it has.

It was inspiring to see the testimonies of graduating mentees and the impact that their mentors have had over their lives.

Long story short, my heart is very full and it made me so thankful that Lincoln is a city that has people willing to be there for it's children. So, I would like to encourage EVERYONE to join in this amazing opportunity.


You can find out more about how to get involved HERE. Help double the impact!

*Note..TeamMates has chapters in Nebraska, Iowa AND California. If you aren't in any of these areas and believe your city could benefit, YOU could help start a chapter! 

I promise you will never regret becoming involved with this organization. Check it out!

Singles Day - Trevor

Last year I found out about Singles Day on Kelly's Korner and absolutely was obsessed with the idea. According to her blog... NINE couples have gotten married/engaged as a result of this. NINE. That actually seems like a lot. Anyways, regardless, this is just really fun and so naturally, I want to be involved.

My single male friends are beginning to dwindle, but I harassed two of the remaining into letting me feature them on the blog. Most of you looking at this will not know me, therefore I do not expect you to trust my opinion, but here it is anyways. These guys are great. I have known both of them since before I knew how to walk, and I spend a considerable amount of time with them as well.  I cannot say enough good things about the both of them... so I will let their entries speak for themselves.

For the purpose of the link- up, I am going to do two separate blog entries.

TREVOR

Lincoln, NE

Alright... here are the basic facts about Trev:

Age: 27

5'9, 165 lbs

Trevor graduated from UNL and manages part of a crop dusting business.

Interests include family, friends, watching movies, a good book, concerts, being outside (though he does not consider himself to be an outdoorsmen), and sports/fitness. Trevor is an outgoing guy and currently the only girl who has him wrapped around her finger is his 18 month old niece. :)

Trevor is looking for a good Christian girl, someone who shares a few of his hobbies, but also someone with different interests so he can try new things.

So... here he is! 

The above and last pic is Trevor and I at a concert a few months ago.

 I would like to add that I really appreciate Trevor. He is such a wonderful friend to me and someone I truly enjoy spending time with. Trevor is hilarious, caring, and a great person to talk to about anything! 

So..ladies.. if you want to know more about Trevor or get in touch with him, comment on this post or send an email to sweetandmodern@gmail.com 

Singles Day - AJ

Last year I found out about Singles Day on Kelly's Korner and absolutely was obsessed with the idea. According to her blog... NINE couples have gotten married/engaged as a result of this. NINE. That actually seems like a lot. Anyways, regardless, this is just really fun, and so naturally, I want to be involved.

My single male friends are beginning to dwindle, but I harassed two of the remaining into letting me feature them on the blog. Most of you looking at this will not know me, therefore, I do not expect you to trust my opinion, but here it is anyways. These guys are great. I have known both of them since before I knew how to walk, and I spend a considerable amount of time with them as well.  I cannot say enough good things about the both of them... so I will let their entries speak for themselves.

For the purpose of the link- up, I am going to do two separate blog entries.

AJ

Engineer

Lincoln, NE

AGE: 27

If you are thinking this guy look familiar, it may be because this isn't his first round with Singles Day. AJ was my Singles Day guinea pig last year. Unfortunately, last year didn't work out...but that's not stopping me from trying again! :) 

As I mentioned before, I am a little bit biased on account of AJ because...he is my cousin. AJ is one of my favorite people. Not only is he my cousin, he is also a wonderful friend. AJ is one of the funniest people I have ever met in my life. Luckily, I get to spend a lot of time with him and so I will vouch for the fact that he is smart, hilarious, caring AND has a wonderful family! 

AJ with some of the previously mentioned wonderful family!

 AJ & I at a wedding a few months ago

If you want to know more about AJ, comment on the blog or send an email to sweetandmodern@gmail.com