So it has set in, Christmas is one week form today! Ahh! I am looking forward to being off work, spending lots of time with family and friends, and soaking up the holiday fun, but (insert screech sound effect here) I still have shopping to do.
I thought we were doing well after purchasing 15 of the 21 gifts we needed to buy, but now those last 6 are hanging over my head, taunting me and reminding me that although I have come so far, I have much left to do.
Unfortunately, I am much like the rest of the population so these final shopping trips are hectic. The parking lots are full, the lines are long and while shopping people tend to loose that holiday spirit. So wish me well as I finish up and hopefully I don't run into you at the mall!
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Friday, December 14, 2007
I feel good... dunna nunna nunna na
I don't know what it is
Maybe it's that it is Friday and we only have 5 more school days before we are out for Christmas break, Maybe it is that I am eagerly awaiting looking at Christmas lights from inside a cozy bus with my closest friends and family, Maybe it is that my adorable husband just brought me lunch at school, but I feel good! I have so many things to look forward to. I feel thankful every moment of the day this time of year.
Maybe it's that it is Friday and we only have 5 more school days before we are out for Christmas break, Maybe it is that I am eagerly awaiting looking at Christmas lights from inside a cozy bus with my closest friends and family, Maybe it is that my adorable husband just brought me lunch at school, but I feel good! I have so many things to look forward to. I feel thankful every moment of the day this time of year.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Tis the Season
It is really hitting me that Christmas is upon us. I think it might have something to do with the 10 hours shopping spree I went on this weekend. Matt and I bought 15 people gifts out of the 21 on our official NICE list. Yes, I did say Matt and I. My husband is an angel to put up with shopping for that long, but believe it or not we actually had a really good time.
We took time out to make it fun by watching the performances in the mall, trying on coats for a chance to win $500 shopping spree, and drinking awful, horrid box wine at one stores open house.
Now, I am not a general hater of boxed wine, but this was wretched. We weren't even sure what it was at first sip. I think the incense from the store had seeped into the box and created something undrinkable. But, I digress.
The weather has turned colder. I long for Starbucks ever time a chill hits my face. Getting up in the morning is increasingly more difficult. Along with my students I am counting down the days until I can give in to all of these desires for two whole weeks! So at this moment I have 1 week, 3 days, 17 hours, 38 minutes, and 45 seconds!
Tis the season!
We took time out to make it fun by watching the performances in the mall, trying on coats for a chance to win $500 shopping spree, and drinking awful, horrid box wine at one stores open house.
Now, I am not a general hater of boxed wine, but this was wretched. We weren't even sure what it was at first sip. I think the incense from the store had seeped into the box and created something undrinkable. But, I digress.
The weather has turned colder. I long for Starbucks ever time a chill hits my face. Getting up in the morning is increasingly more difficult. Along with my students I am counting down the days until I can give in to all of these desires for two whole weeks! So at this moment I have 1 week, 3 days, 17 hours, 38 minutes, and 45 seconds!
Tis the season!
Thursday, November 22, 2007
I got another one!
How lucky can one girl be? I got two perfect days in a row!
Here are the highlights of Day 2
-Waking at 7 am for a 2 hour stroll on the beach with my husband
-Breakfast at the Beach House - a charming dive with unbelievable breakfast tacos and an ocean view
- A visit to the shop that showcases and sells local Port Aransas artists work with my MIL
- Greeting my nieces as they joined us at the beach house
- Then taking them down to the ocean and leaving all inhibitions behind as we raced into the water fully clothed! (pictures to come)
- Watching my husband, his brother and dad, peel, devein and cook a shrimp dinner - very entertaining and actually delicious
- playing games, games and more games with my nieces
-curling up and watching the Princess Bride, a classic from my childhood with my family
This one goes down in my book as another perfect day!
Here are the highlights of Day 2
-Waking at 7 am for a 2 hour stroll on the beach with my husband
-Breakfast at the Beach House - a charming dive with unbelievable breakfast tacos and an ocean view
- A visit to the shop that showcases and sells local Port Aransas artists work with my MIL
- Greeting my nieces as they joined us at the beach house
- Then taking them down to the ocean and leaving all inhibitions behind as we raced into the water fully clothed! (pictures to come)
- Watching my husband, his brother and dad, peel, devein and cook a shrimp dinner - very entertaining and actually delicious
- playing games, games and more games with my nieces
-curling up and watching the Princess Bride, a classic from my childhood with my family
This one goes down in my book as another perfect day!
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
What perfect days are made of...
It is only 5:30 pm but this day certainly has the makings of a perfect one in my book. I awoke this morning in a beautiful beach house with ocean beckoning. Perfect start right? Instead of the usual morning rush to get to work, I slowly got out of bed and onto the balcony to take a look at that ocean that was calling. Well, technically it is the gulf, but to me it is water, beautiful, calming water. To please the ocean we ate breakfast in its presence and all were happy. What I wouldn't do for that every morning...
The rest of the morning followed along that pattern. Soaking up the sun and the morning breeze with no real place to be and no worries to consider.
Lunch, only got better. We headed out to tour Port Aransas, taking the scenic route all the way. The houses are beautiful beach colors all with balconies that I am sure are filled with fond family memories. We found ourselves a dive to eat it in called Fins, perfect. The fresh shrimp poboy, hush puppies and cold beer in a chilled plastic mug were all that they promised to be. We had spirited conversation as we filled out stomachs to the very very top!
We took another scenic route back home from lunch and I swear Santa Claus is taking a Thanksgiving vacation because we saw him on the beach. The weather is just perfect; there were kites flying high, fisherman getting the daily catch, and even families building sandcastles. Glorious! As soon as we were back in our fabulous beach cottage, everyone settled into a afternoon nap.
We are now getting ready to visit some of the inlaws old friends who live here on the island. I am sure the night will hold another fresh seafood dinner, spirited conversation, and late night games. Maybe I can get a jump on Matt in the gin rummy tournament he is currently winning.
This Thanksgiving I will be sure to include this perfect day on the list of all that I am thankful for.
The rest of the morning followed along that pattern. Soaking up the sun and the morning breeze with no real place to be and no worries to consider.
Lunch, only got better. We headed out to tour Port Aransas, taking the scenic route all the way. The houses are beautiful beach colors all with balconies that I am sure are filled with fond family memories. We found ourselves a dive to eat it in called Fins, perfect. The fresh shrimp poboy, hush puppies and cold beer in a chilled plastic mug were all that they promised to be. We had spirited conversation as we filled out stomachs to the very very top!
We took another scenic route back home from lunch and I swear Santa Claus is taking a Thanksgiving vacation because we saw him on the beach. The weather is just perfect; there were kites flying high, fisherman getting the daily catch, and even families building sandcastles. Glorious! As soon as we were back in our fabulous beach cottage, everyone settled into a afternoon nap.
We are now getting ready to visit some of the inlaws old friends who live here on the island. I am sure the night will hold another fresh seafood dinner, spirited conversation, and late night games. Maybe I can get a jump on Matt in the gin rummy tournament he is currently winning.
This Thanksgiving I will be sure to include this perfect day on the list of all that I am thankful for.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Stars and Sunrise
So when I started a blog I thought I had so much to say... turns out it has been weeks and I haven't been able to think of anything.
I started to blog after we went camping a few weeks ago, but had a hard time putting all of the words together.
Here is my attempt to try again.
A few weekends ago I set out for Lake Murray in Oklahoma with 10 of my closest friends. We were going camping! It had been years since I had been camping, so I was looking forward to it not realizing what an amazing time I would have.
I spent the mornings watching the sun break through the fog and rise over the lake, while listening to all of God's creatures wake up. Some of which make very interesting noises in the morning. Our days were filled with good conversation, relaxing, reading, and cooking gourmet style over the campfire (thanks to Gabe and Kooter). For me, the best part comes at night, when the campfire is roaring, conversations turn a little deeper and the stars start shooting through the sky. That is unforgettable. I set a new personal record for seeing three shooting stars in one weekend.
So pure and beautiful! I can't wait for the spring when we go camping again.
I started to blog after we went camping a few weeks ago, but had a hard time putting all of the words together.
Here is my attempt to try again.
A few weekends ago I set out for Lake Murray in Oklahoma with 10 of my closest friends. We were going camping! It had been years since I had been camping, so I was looking forward to it not realizing what an amazing time I would have.
I spent the mornings watching the sun break through the fog and rise over the lake, while listening to all of God's creatures wake up. Some of which make very interesting noises in the morning. Our days were filled with good conversation, relaxing, reading, and cooking gourmet style over the campfire (thanks to Gabe and Kooter). For me, the best part comes at night, when the campfire is roaring, conversations turn a little deeper and the stars start shooting through the sky. That is unforgettable. I set a new personal record for seeing three shooting stars in one weekend.
So pure and beautiful! I can't wait for the spring when we go camping again.
Thursday, October 25, 2007
I gave it all away!
It is gone! I am so proud to say I have over 12 inches to donate to Locks of Love. You will be proud because there were absolutely no tears shed and I feel that I have already adjusted to the new look. Thanks to my hair stylist, Trisha, I have a cute new do!
Now we will wait and see if I can fix it myself in the morning.
Now we will wait and see if I can fix it myself in the morning.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Security
I am anxious tonight. Anxious because tomorrow is a day I have been thinking about for months. To some this day might be a insignificant, but for me tomorrow is the day when I give up my security.
The day has come for me to cut my hair! Like I said, not a big deal to most, but I am cutting off more than 10 inches to give it to Locks of Love. I have been thinking about this for at least 6 months and waiting to get up the nerve.
In a spontaneous moment of courage I made the appointment. Well, to be completely honest I told Matt and he made the appointment.
You see I have always had long hair. If someone was to describe me they would surely mention she has really long hair. It is a part of me, a pathetic and big part of me. Not after tomorrow, my friends. Tomorrow I will say good-bye to the sad security blanket that is my hair. Hopefully there will be minimal tears shed and a short adjustment period. Wish me luck!
The day has come for me to cut my hair! Like I said, not a big deal to most, but I am cutting off more than 10 inches to give it to Locks of Love. I have been thinking about this for at least 6 months and waiting to get up the nerve.
In a spontaneous moment of courage I made the appointment. Well, to be completely honest I told Matt and he made the appointment.
You see I have always had long hair. If someone was to describe me they would surely mention she has really long hair. It is a part of me, a pathetic and big part of me. Not after tomorrow, my friends. Tomorrow I will say good-bye to the sad security blanket that is my hair. Hopefully there will be minimal tears shed and a short adjustment period. Wish me luck!
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Is it enough?
As my first anniversary approached I was trying to think of the words to express to my husband exactly how I feel about him. See, my husband is of the quite amazing type. He is the man I always dreamed that I would find, but never quite thought it was possible.
So, as I was thinking I just kept coming back to three little words, I love you. These words are used so often that I often feel like they just aren't enough. I feel stronger for him than I heart you, like I see drawn on every high school notebook. I feel more than a quick phrase that ends a phone conversation.
But what, what means more than I love you?
The first time those three words are uttered your world spins. He loves me! At that moment it is more than enough. It is everything you have been waiting for.
When he told me for the first time believe me it was more than enough! But now, on our first anniversary I felt the need for something more.
The answer I found was a need to define what I love you means. To each of us, in each relationship it carries such a different meaning.
For my husband it is this...
With you I love you are the three words that say it all. I love you in the morning means I enjoyed holding your body close all night. It is a hint that I can't wait for the day to end, so that I can do it all over again.
On my way out the door I love you also means I miss you already and is a plea for you to just come with me.
At the end of the day, it means I am thankful to have you to come home to and is the sound of all the days worries drifting away.
Before bed at night it is a prayer for another day and a thank you for everything you are.
I love you in a laugh means I am glad that you understand me and know exactly who I am.
And I love you in the silence of a car ride means I am delighted just knowing you are near.
Each I love you means forever. It means I am here, to grow with you, to listen to you, to care for you, to be your partner through it all. It is a thank you for all the I love you's you give to me. With every new day my I love you matures and means more and more. So today, on our anniversary I love you is definitely enough.
So, as I was thinking I just kept coming back to three little words, I love you. These words are used so often that I often feel like they just aren't enough. I feel stronger for him than I heart you, like I see drawn on every high school notebook. I feel more than a quick phrase that ends a phone conversation.
But what, what means more than I love you?
The first time those three words are uttered your world spins. He loves me! At that moment it is more than enough. It is everything you have been waiting for.
When he told me for the first time believe me it was more than enough! But now, on our first anniversary I felt the need for something more.
The answer I found was a need to define what I love you means. To each of us, in each relationship it carries such a different meaning.
For my husband it is this...
With you I love you are the three words that say it all. I love you in the morning means I enjoyed holding your body close all night. It is a hint that I can't wait for the day to end, so that I can do it all over again.
On my way out the door I love you also means I miss you already and is a plea for you to just come with me.
At the end of the day, it means I am thankful to have you to come home to and is the sound of all the days worries drifting away.
Before bed at night it is a prayer for another day and a thank you for everything you are.
I love you in a laugh means I am glad that you understand me and know exactly who I am.
And I love you in the silence of a car ride means I am delighted just knowing you are near.
Each I love you means forever. It means I am here, to grow with you, to listen to you, to care for you, to be your partner through it all. It is a thank you for all the I love you's you give to me. With every new day my I love you matures and means more and more. So today, on our anniversary I love you is definitely enough.
Nick and Sams
Last night my husband took me to dinner at Nick and Sam's to celebrate our first anniversary! Yeah!
It was amazing! The food was delicious and the service was great, thanks to Rosemary! Long dinners with wine, cheese, steak, chocolate, and conversation make my heart very happy!
www.nick-sams.com
It was amazing! The food was delicious and the service was great, thanks to Rosemary! Long dinners with wine, cheese, steak, chocolate, and conversation make my heart very happy!
www.nick-sams.com
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