New Look!

Yay! I've finally gotten my "blog lift" and I think it is FANTABULOUS!! It's all thanks to my crafty friend Teale! She does a super job and I'm very proud of her. She makes it super easy to do, so if you're lookin' to spice up your page, just click on the "Teale's digi-disigns" button below my picture and see what she can do. I know she'll be able to cook something up for you that you'll like.

In other news, I met Patrick Dempsey... Ok,so maybe I just posed by his picture in a cardboard cutout, but at least now I've got my picture with him! Ah... McDreamy...

In other news, we went to see the new Indiana Jones movie tonight. I've been looking forward to it ALL WEEK! It was typical Indie with tongue-in-cheek lines and lots of action. If you're not a huge fan, you won't become on with this movie, but if you're already hooked, you'll like it a lot! I won't say any more in case those of you who haven't seen it want to. I'm off on a week-long mission trip on Monday, so I'm sure I'll have plenty to report when I get back. Have a great week!

School's Out For Summer

Yay! I made it through the year! Today was the last day of school and I'm ready for some peace and quiet. I am going to miss my "babies," as I call them, but I'm not going to miss the tattling, hitting, potty accidents, (yes, potty accidents!) cleaning up vomit or the noisy lunchroom! I will miss the sweet hugs and kisses and the fantastic artwork my kids can do! I really had a great class this year, which is not something a teacher will just say. All of my parents were great, and the kids were, too! It was my first year as the Preschool Director and having to deal with DHR, so I'm sure next year will go even more smoothly... I hope! Anyway, today was a kind of bittersweet day, since I'm glad to have a break, but I know that I won't see half of my class again because they're going to kindergarten in public schools. However, I do know that the other half will be back next year, and some even in my room. I really do love these guys, and can't wait to get started with my new class for next year! Well, I guess I CAN wait, and I do need a break, but I do anticipate a great year next year! Below are some pictures of my babies from this year. I'm sure you'll understand why I'll miss them once you see them!







This is one of my two sets of twins. Aren't they ADORABLE?!



This is my other set of twins and another one of my students on the way to the zoo.

My Dad the Beauty Queen

This Friday was the annual Relay For Life celebration / fund raiser in Columbiana at the baseball field. For those of you who aren't familliar with this, teams that are mad up of different businesses and organizations raise money to help find a cure for cancer. There is a surviver walk, in which cancer survivors make a "victory lap" around the field and luminaries are purchased in honor or memory of loved ones. Each group has its own way to raise money, and my dad was in a group this year. His bank (First United Security Bank) formed a team, and devised a fabulous way to raise money - a womanless fashion show! So my dad, being the good sport that he is, agreed to dress up for the said show. His, um, HER stage name was Edie Brazier, and he looked fantastic! We decided on the boots and hat Thursday night. I think it was a stroke of genious! During the show, the three contestants had to freestyle dance to "Man, I Feel Like A Woman", and these contestants didn't disappoint! The winner was decided by which contestant received the most donations, and dad won! We had a great time for a great cause!

Spring Has Sprung!

I am a K4 teacher and usually LOVE my job, but at this time of the year, energy is high and patience is low. Now that the weather is actually pretty, the kids are just itching to get outside and can't seem to be still and quiet inside. It is very frustrating to try to teach a group of children who are crawling around, pushing each other, talking to each other, etc. I love each and every one of my students, but some days I'd trade the lot of them for a litter of puppies! I am glad that we are able to get outside and not freeze to death, and that the runny noses have just about all cleared up. I actually have some color, which is no small feat. Even though I may complain about the behavior of my kids, I have to admit that getting to sit outside and enjoy the beautiful warm sunshine for an hour each day is a definite plus to my job!

Well.... This week I didn't lose any weight, but I didn't gain any, either. I guess I'm ok w/ that! I've been trying really hard to stay away from the things I know aren't good for me, but sometimes I just want a donut!

Prom Night and Weight Loss

Ok, some of you have been dying to see pictures of the prom I was in charge of at the zoo. Well friends, wait no longer! We had a bit of a time decorating because of inclement weather, but we got it done and it turned out well. Let me know what you think. In case you can't tell, the black and white paper on the walls is zebra print!









We also had animal greetings. The handlers brought Robin, the chinchilla, Smokey, the screech owl, and two snakes who are not pictured because I don't enjoy animals with less than 2 legs. They were pretty - at a distance! One was a milk snake named Cinco and the other was a Burmese Python named Damion. Fitting, huh?




On the weight loss front, somehow with eating 2 chocolate cupcakes and a small individual tub of chocolate ice cream I lost a pound. I thought I'd have gained two for sure! Hope everyone has a great week!

Weekly Update

Yay for me, I lost 2 pounds this week! This was with eating 2 bowls of banana pudding and a reece's cup, so I'm pretty excited! We walked 2 days, so we're getting better! I'm sure part of the reason I still lost weight is because of the work I did on the prom this past Saturday. I'll have pictures soon! All in all it's been a good week, if the weather would just calm down a little.

Another One Bites The Dust!

Yay for me! I've lost another pound! Although it's only a pound a week so far, I'm glad the scale is moving in a downward trend! Although I did lose another pound and am happy about that, I'm not as pleased with my exercise routine. I only walked one day last week, and this week is looking the same! ARRUGH! Just think what I could achieve if I were exercising... I guess I'll have to just force myself to use the boreing eliptical in the basement. I really wish we had a TV down there so my mind would be occupied while exercising. I also have to report two tiny cheats - I had two pieces of Easter candy at mom's again. I just can't resist the sweettart critters and the malted milk balls! However, I am proud I was able to have just one then walk away!

In other news, the prom is this weekend! I'm excited and a littl anxious. We have the decorations ready to go, all the vendors in line (hopefully!), the prom king and queen have been voted on and we've got animals lined up to greet us as we arrive, so now it's just up the execution of all of the plans we've made! I'll be sure to post some pictures after the fact. Have a great week!