It's Official!

OK...you 3...at least I am hoping I have at least 3 people to read this.  So I have to say that the first 3 weeks of school have been crazy.  I went from being up until 1 a.m. or later sometimes...to wanting to go to bed at 7 p.m. because I get up so early.  I am not a morning person...but I am making it.  It seems that I have less time to do my own thing...like read and play on the computer.  I haven't scrapped a page in months...maybe the schedule will get better.  But, I guess it is worth it...check this out:

Doesn't that look nice. It is official...I have a name plate.  I have worked at college before, even taught...but this is crazy.  I am a college professor...can you believe it.  Yes, it is different, it is hard...but I am having a blast.  It's just the early rising that is hard...5:15 comes really early.

So the kids are also having a blast.  So far, they love their teachers...and the girls are sporting their fancy messenger bags (not from Justice...but from MOMMY)...check these out:

I guess you all know that my kids are growing up...my big girl is in 5th grade...is that even possible.  Anyway...the rule is that the locker 'must' be decorated...so we spent the $$$ and look at this crazy mess:

Yes...just in case you are wondering...the chandelier comes on when she opens her locker.  Is this not crazy.  H...be thankful you have boys...I doubt they will need all the 'accessories'...EVER.  We are so accessorized around this house it is ridiculous.  Although...it is pretty cute huh!  Notice the curtains, flower magnet, mirror of course, and the pen/pencil holders.  CRAZY!

OK...one last thing.  I know I have already showed a few of you...I am just so proud that this was my work...even if hubby says it looks 'bowlegged'...is that spelled right?  That is a wierd word...but anyway...the girls and I love it.  So here you go:

I guess that catches you up a bit...I will just end with a few more pics of the kiddos:

 

 

Wedding Bliss

OK...so I still have photos to show of our trip...but I thought I would take a break and post a few pics of the wedding we were able to attend.  It was such a sweet wedding and the bride was a beauty.  We are friends of the groom and his family is precious to us.  The girls were so excited...my sweet girl just wanted to see the 'princess bride' and the big girl was waiting for the 'marriage kiss'. 

The kids were all dressed up and what a sight they were.  The bride a groom looked amazing as well as all their friends and family.  We are so blessed to have people like this in our lives...my kids even call the parents Aunt T and Uncle T...and they love their 3 kiddos (well...not really 'kids anymore).

Because they looked so precious...I thought I would share a few photos...enjoy.

 

Home Sweet Home

Thank Goodness we are home!  Can I say...I love my bed, I love my floor, I love my couch, I love my tv, I love running water and modern plumbing, and I love love love my potty!  Take a look at the wonder place the hubby fixed up for us.  (no kidding aside...it was actually VERY comfy)

My home for the week.

My kitchen and dining room for the week.

My couch...OUCH!

I didn't attempt taking a picture of the 'bathroom' we used...and I use the word bathroom with sarcasm!  Showers were only $5 a pop...and big girl had to pay as well.  So $15 every other day to smell good for a few hours...so worth it.

Look how much fun the kids had:

SMORES!

and more SMORES!

Chilly, happy mornings.

Calm and peaceful.





Telling funny stories.

Relaxing!

Loving on cousins.

More loving!

Ok...and the last day the girls picked me some lovely flowers!

Enough for now...but I will keep you updated!  School starts soon!



Loving Camping!

Well...we are here again...camping...fun times.  The kids are having a blast...mommy is dealing with it.  Check out these amazing kiddos!

Inspired

Well...in case you didn't know...I was trying to wait a year before I posted again.  I thought it was a bit creepy that my last post was on September 11...but what can I say...I have been inspired.

We recently had a death in the family...my grandmother...and I guess as you age you forget things.  Even memories that you have had for years seem to fade...and as they Peeta would way...REAL?

For those of you who do not know who Peeta is...go read a BOOK!

OK...so as I was saying we recently had to attend a funeral where I saw relatives that I could not even recognize...amazing how we change.  On the other hand...some had agesd but there was no doubting who they were.  I was fine through the whole thing...until my cousin read something that he wrote.  All the memories flooded back.  And it may have been the last time I will see some of those realtives...it was incredible to hear some of their journeys to where they are now...mine included.

So, I was inspired.  I want to share my family, my thoughts, and my journeys with my friends and family...after all that is why I started the blog in the first place.  And yes, I realize only a few of you even bother to look...it is my goal to spread the word that I will be back on!

So what's been going on?  Well...where do I start?  Still busy as ever...with a NEW full-time job.  So excited about that. All 3 kiddos will be in school...5th, 2nd, and Kinder!  Can you believe it...me either...I am getting old.

Graduating Pre-K

Leaving behind Primary School...on to 2nd grade

And finishing 4th on to 5th

Look who played t-ball this year...he even hit a home run!

And Soccer



Yes...she's still playing

And she's staying pretty...but we convinced her to try soccer camp!

So I will say bye for now...

More Camping

Hello All, I guess you know by now that school has started and my schedule gets a little crazy.  The kids all love their classes and yes, I have already been up to both the girls school to help.  I am having a relaxing weekend with a wee little baby...and he is so sweet!  We are having fun, chatting, watching movies, and holding the sweet baby.  But I did say that I would add pictures from our camping trip. 
These are from a place called Bluff Springs...beautiful.  We also saw it rain...it was wonderful.  there was a water fall and we all climbed to the top.  So here you go.