5 years ago today I started this blog of mine. I really had no specific intentions when I started, just thought it looked like fun and wanted to join in. It is neat to see how much has changed in the past five years - new jobs, new house, weddings, babies, vacations, and fun with family and friends. And I can't forget the...
Christmas has come and gone and in it's wake a trail of ugly sweaters and fabulous presents to play with on winter break. Chris and I spent Christmas eve at my parent's house donning our finest Christmas apparel sourced from Goodwill only hours before. Chris won the title of "Most Authentic". What can I say? The man loves a good theme party. Just...
I have a confession. I've lived in my house for two and half years and up until Friday my beautiful basement built-ins (one of the reasons why I loved this house) looked like this: Empty! For over two years. Unbelievable. When it came time to picking items to put there or even thinking about what they should like, I was just overwhelmed. It...
Well, well, well, it has been awhile! Some great things are happening 'round here, let me share the awesomeness. 1. Cardinals continue their postseason! We are 2 - 0 in the NLCS as we head out to LA to hopefully sweep the Dodgers. Chris and I went to Game 2 on Saturday with my mom and dad. Something you should know about my...
The first day of fall already? I've had some fall decor up since the beginning of September but finally the temperatures have cooled off and it really has gotten me in the mood for a bonfires and comfy hoodies. I can't believe I'm saying this but I'm kind of excited for 6th grade camp - we are going at the end of October,...
Gotta love a three day weekend! We did a little bit of everything this weekend: Friday night in, Saturday at the lake, Sunday dinner at my parents, and Monday spent grocery shopping and enjoying an extra day off. I even found some time to get my craft on. This wreath was surprisingly easy to make. I just pulled loops of burlap through the...
I am particularly fond of Sundays during the school year, especially the ones where there isn't much to do except lounge on the couch, read blogs, watch TV, and do absolutely zero lesson plans. Those Sundays don't happen too often but today is one of them....and I am enjoying it thoroughly. Made a Target run, had a delicious lunch, now just waiting for...
Four days down of the new school year and so far, it has been GREAT! Top 5 of my week: 1. I can just tell that this is going to be a great school year...my kids seem awesome! 2. It's my birthday today :) 3. Went to the Cardinal's game with my great friend, Ashley on Wednesday night. We talked so much that...
Tired doesn't even begin to describe how I feel. I contemplated going to bed while it was still light out. After not standing for longer than 10 minutes all summer, I had to ice my back and feet when I got home Despite feeling like I've been run over, these kids seem pretty awesome. This is the first where I had students introduce...
The last Friday of summer vacation. I'm not so sure that it really something to celebrate. Another summer in the books. Life just keeps moving faster and faster. The good thing is, I'm enjoying it. :) Linking up with Lauren for High Five for Friday Great things about my week: 1.Got all of my paperwork submitted just in time for my pay raise...
As an avid visitor to Buzzfeed I often find myself perusing a variety of fascinating videos, articles, and lists (love me a good list!) The other night they linked to 40 Days of Dating and I immediately was engrossed. The premise: Two friends (Jessica and Timothy) who both happen to be single at the moment set out to date for 40 days as...
It's check in time with Stephanie at Bourbon and Glitter! July is just about over and I will say I did a pretty good job at completing some but not all of my goals. The biggest task completed: 12 hours of grad school credit! HOLLA! I may have only just finished my classes on Wednesday but they are done and I'm ready for...
