While taking some of the pictures for the book I mentioned earlier, we snapped one of me and the sister. I love it. May do something with it for a Christmas present for mom or dad. Who knows!

Rainy Weekend!

So far its been nice though. Went to the mall and some shoe store near Biltmore with the sister. Had to get the oldest boy some new tennis shoes, jeans and the sister needed new Sperrys. I actually walked out of the mall with nothing for myself. And no Christmas stuff!

I need to print this out for Josh. I doubt he believes it! LOL

Got lots of homework to finish for the weekend!

I've pulled out some of my Christmas stuff, but not my tree just yet. I need to get a few more things, like some cute stuff to put on my little tree in the kitchen. I saw some cute things at *gasp* K-Mart. Yeah, I was shocked. Cute little cookie cutters, rolling pins, cupcakes. Adorable!

I finished making one of the in-laws presents yesterday as well. Did a georgeous custom photo book of some black & white and sepia pictures of the 3 grandkids. I know they will love it. I cried while making it..finding quotes, and the pictures!

Hubby Survey

He's sitting in front of the tv, what is on the screen? The pursuit channel.

You're out to eat; what kind of dressing does he get on his salad? Ranch

What is one food he doesn't like? Turnip Greens

You go out to the bar. What does he order? Bud Light or long Isand Iced Tea

Where did he go to high school? Same one as me

What size shoe does he wear? 11 or 11.5

If he was to collect anything, what would it be? Hunting Stuff..LOL

What is his favorite type of sandwich? Steak & Cheese

What is his favorite cereal? Cinnamon Toast Crunch

What would he never wear? pink...

What is his favorite sports team? OSU Buckeyes

Who will he vote for? McCain/Palin

Who is his best friend? Me of course!

What is something you do that he wishes you wouldn't do? He says I micro-manage

How many states has he lived in? One,

What is his heritage? Irish?

You bake him a cake for his birthday; what kind of cake? Yellow with Homemade chocolate icing

What could he spend hours doing? Hunting or Fishing!!

Simple Things that make me smile..

I was thinking today about all the little simple things that really make me happy & brighten up my day.

1. My kids
2. My hubby
3. kids at school giving me hugs
4. A long phone call with a good friend
5.Chocolate
6. Fall
7.The first spring flower
8. shopping
9.Nutella
10. a good song on the radio & singing along.

Okay, now for a serious post.

Let me just say I'm so thankful for what this year has brought me. I truly have felt so blessed in the past year. I've joined a great group at work and been brought to many new friends. I love them all and I'm thankful for each of them. This time last year things were so rocky- I had just given my two-week notice at my job and that was so tough. It was due to some unfortunate events and I really had to reach down deep to make that decision. And, I'm so thankful I did.

I love love love working at the school. I love being in school myself. I love the PTO. I love Uppercase Living. I love my life so much. I have the greatest husband, family, and kids. I know I wouldnt have been blessed with everything I have unless I made the decision I did. God is Good, he is Great! He truly knows where we need to be and puts us there. It may not make any sense at the time but he has a plan, and in the end it will work out.

Last spring, I helped another mom of a preschooler get a job at the school, like myself. Since then we have became friends and now I can honestly say she has become a best friend. I feel like I have known her all my life. I can trust her not to repeat things I tell her, i know she is always there for me and will always stand up for me. As i will do the same for her. I love her to death. i know she probably doesnt read this, (heck, I dont know if anyone does& thats cool, its my out)but I'm so thankful to have her in my life!

Fun with Four

Yeah, I'm procrastionating. LOL

. A) Four places that I go to over and over:
1. Work/School for the kids
2. Post Office
3. Grocery Store
4. Bank

B) Four people who email me regularly:
1. My mother in law
2. PTO Girls
3. My Dad
4. Facebook

C) Four of my favorite places to eat:
1. La Paz
2. Firehouse Subs
3. Zaxby's
4. Outback

D) Four places I would rather be right now:
I have a hard time with this question. Even though I have my problems, I'd still rather be nowhere but here. Warm and safe in my own home with my two beautiful and healthy children. But somewhere warm and tropical sounds fantastic too!

E) Four wishes I want granted:
1. School to be over and be a teacher
2. All debt paid off!!!!! And a little extra for fun would be nice, too.
3. A big nice vacation for all my family
4. To live happily ever after

F) Four TV shows I watch:
1. Tori & Dean
2. John & Kate plus 8
3. CSI: Las Vegas (dont care for the other ones)
4. Guiding Light

One Word Game

1. Where is your cell phone? Counter
2. Where is your significant other? Recliner
3. Your hair color? Brown
4. Your mother? home
5. Your father? home
6. Your favorite thing? laptop
7. Your dream last night? dunno
8. Your dream/goal? Several
9. The room you're in? livingroom
10. Your hobby? work :ugh:
11. Your fear? failure
12. Where do you want to be in six years? Teacher
13. Where were you last night? Home
14. What you’re not? Skinny
15. One of your wish list items? wii
16. Where you grew up? carolinas
17. The last thing you did? typed
18. What are you wearing? Clothes
19. Your TV? on
20. Your pet? gone
21. Your computer? pink
22. Your mood? tired
23. Missing someone? sure
24. Your car? Driveway
25. Something you’re not wearing? shoes
26. Favorite store? hobbylobby
27. Your summer? good
28. Love someone? Lots
29. Your favorite color? pink
30. When is the last time you laughed? todaywithkaren. LOL
31. Last time you cried? lastnight,goodmovie