I can not believe it has been 2 months since I have posted something!
Well life has been busy as usual... So let me inform you with new things.
I got my hair done... cut and colored. I have darker hair and bangs.
I went to dinner with a bunch of singles yesterday and played some games afterwards.
I am going to my first Wrangler's game tonight.
As far as new goes, that is about it!
The trimester ends in a month so I will be freaking out towards the end of this month!
OH WAIT,
I went to the cannery and canned some food on Wednesday. That was pretty cool! I bought myself some "potato pearls", fruit punch drink mix, and apple slices! I can not wait to try them.
That's what is new in my life.
I hope everyone is having a great time as well!
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Procrastinator
I have been a procrastinator for as long as I can remember.
This past week I have severely paid for it.
Never again will I procrastinate.
Why you ask...
Because having melt down after melt down and panic attack after panic attack is not fun.
I can not wait until Christmas break so I can reorganize all aspects of my life!
This past week I have severely paid for it.
Never again will I procrastinate.
Why you ask...
Because having melt down after melt down and panic attack after panic attack is not fun.
I can not wait until Christmas break so I can reorganize all aspects of my life!
Monday, November 14, 2011
Blessings
I have no idea what is going on lately... Last November was a weird month for me out of the whole year. This year, I am trying to battle my "November Blues" before it gets the best of me. I am letting many things get to me that I should not. Last year, and the year before, I had good reasons, but not so much this year. Anyways, so I decided to do an old trick and think of all the many blessings I have.
Anyway, it is late. Goodnight.
- I have amazing roommates!
- I still keep in contact with great friends from HS.
- I have amazing mentors and friends who I am sure I bug from time to time, but still love me anyway.
- I am in a much better place with my relationship with God.
- My job :)
Anyway, it is late. Goodnight.
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Things I have discovered this week...
Or maybe I have always known but it was more prominent this week.
- My time management skills suck (but slowly getting better)
- I will probably need a new journal by Christmas (hint hint)
- I miss having a male friend to talk to frequently
- Flying into Vegas the week between Christmas and New Years Eve is crazy expensive!
- Kids get very disappointed when you do not have a Halloween party in your classroom.
- Teachers are poor.
- A house in Lake Las Vegas is something that two teachers could possibly afford.
- Remember to write things down in the planner.. that is what they were made for.
- Too many people have their birthday at the same time!
- A denim jacket suits my personality now more than it did 3 years ago.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Growth
First of all, school photos came in. I will post a photo as soon as I can. I am so excited!!! I can not wait to see them.
The point of this post is to talk about my unforeseen growth. Others may have seen it, but I have been oblivious. Up until October 2008, I was one of the most optimistic, bubbly, carefree people you would have probably ever met except I also had a very serious side to me. I took many things literally.
The last three years I would have to say were the toughest of my life. If you followed the blog previous to this one or knew me personally, then you already knew that. I was a mess and a wreck despite the few good things in my life.
This morning, I was having a conversation with a friend about my beliefs and a little bit of the journey that I have been on. Before October 2008, I told several people all the time that things happen for a reason. God has a plan and things happen for a reason. I would debate with friends about this and my opinion is that something good always comes from the not so good things. God would not let terrible things happen just to be mean. There is a reason and usually it is for growth.
After October 2008, I couldn't say I believed that anymore. If I did say it, I fully didn't mean it. I could no longer defend my belief shortly after my dad passed away. So the last year and a half has been a journey of getting back to the girl that I use to be before my life hit what felt like rock bottom. This summer was much improved. I found a huge part of my old self but, I knew there was still more work to do.
So here comes August and I landed a teaching job. How I did is beyond me still to this day, but there is no doubt in my mind why. I use to be very dedicated and a hard worker. I moved and my life fell apart. I didn't give 100% and the hard work kept declining until I just didn't really care anymore. I still worked, but I did the bare minimum. With teaching, a person can not do that. I have 34 children relying on me as well as their parents and the school district. Heavenly Father knew what he was doing when he placed a teaching job in my path. I didn't think I was fully ready. Heavenly Father knew otherwise and this job is constantly challenging me and making me become a better person.
This morning I realized that because of Heavenly Father and His plan, I am BACK! I still may have struggles from day to day with missing my dad or what have you, but I am back to the girl that I use to be where I can stand by my beliefs, and I am back to working hard and being that cheerful girl that drove people insane with how cheerful she is. Now I will have challenging days, but it is looking at what is really important in this life and what I am meant to accomplish in this life to get through those days.
The point of this post is to talk about my unforeseen growth. Others may have seen it, but I have been oblivious. Up until October 2008, I was one of the most optimistic, bubbly, carefree people you would have probably ever met except I also had a very serious side to me. I took many things literally.
The last three years I would have to say were the toughest of my life. If you followed the blog previous to this one or knew me personally, then you already knew that. I was a mess and a wreck despite the few good things in my life.
This morning, I was having a conversation with a friend about my beliefs and a little bit of the journey that I have been on. Before October 2008, I told several people all the time that things happen for a reason. God has a plan and things happen for a reason. I would debate with friends about this and my opinion is that something good always comes from the not so good things. God would not let terrible things happen just to be mean. There is a reason and usually it is for growth.
After October 2008, I couldn't say I believed that anymore. If I did say it, I fully didn't mean it. I could no longer defend my belief shortly after my dad passed away. So the last year and a half has been a journey of getting back to the girl that I use to be before my life hit what felt like rock bottom. This summer was much improved. I found a huge part of my old self but, I knew there was still more work to do.
So here comes August and I landed a teaching job. How I did is beyond me still to this day, but there is no doubt in my mind why. I use to be very dedicated and a hard worker. I moved and my life fell apart. I didn't give 100% and the hard work kept declining until I just didn't really care anymore. I still worked, but I did the bare minimum. With teaching, a person can not do that. I have 34 children relying on me as well as their parents and the school district. Heavenly Father knew what he was doing when he placed a teaching job in my path. I didn't think I was fully ready. Heavenly Father knew otherwise and this job is constantly challenging me and making me become a better person.
This morning I realized that because of Heavenly Father and His plan, I am BACK! I still may have struggles from day to day with missing my dad or what have you, but I am back to the girl that I use to be where I can stand by my beliefs, and I am back to working hard and being that cheerful girl that drove people insane with how cheerful she is. Now I will have challenging days, but it is looking at what is really important in this life and what I am meant to accomplish in this life to get through those days.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Hmmm...
I am exhausted. I want to eat a delicious home-cooked meal. I want to sleep. End of story.
I hope as the days and weeks go by, this new life gets easier. It will, it is just pushing through it.
So on a creative note, I started crocheting a scarf. I have not gotten very far, but it looks cute. Hopefully I will be finished by December.
I hope as the days and weeks go by, this new life gets easier. It will, it is just pushing through it.
So on a creative note, I started crocheting a scarf. I have not gotten very far, but it looks cute. Hopefully I will be finished by December.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
This "NEW" Life
It has been nearly a month since I have made a post. I wouldn't say my life has completely changed, but it definitely is different. I am a busy little bee! The first 3 weeks of school I was there almost every day from 7 am to 8 or 9 at night. This fourth week, I started taking things home with me. Some of my FB friends know, but I was so zapped of energy that I just needed to work from home on my comfy couch and then I could take naps when I needed. How I am able to do everything I do is beyond me, but it gets done. I try to remember to say prayers every morning and evening and life is better when I read the scriptures every day, particularly in the morning before my day starts.
I have 34 children in my class. All of them are wonderful. Some days are tougher than others for them, but they are fantastic kids! As a teacher there is so much stress to get things done, but when looking at these kids realization hits and school needs to be fun and interactive and not all "business" like the stress that some teachers experience time from time. That last sentence may not make much sense, but it makes sense to me.
Since school started, I haven't done much for me. I got my hair done one evening, I watched Anne of Green Gables another evening and I went to the Greek Festival last night. I have done other little things here and there, but nothing huge or substantial. Since I am working around 70 hours a week, I really do enjoy my mini breaks.
I am also planning fun things like going to see The Lion King (which I am not planning at all!), making a trip to WI to see my friend and to see a hockey game, and possibly a trip to SLC over Christmas. I know I probably shouldn't, but I miss traveling so very much! I remember taking 2-4 trips a year whether by car or plane. The last time I have flown on a plane was in November 2009 for my friend's wedding in Wisconsin. The last 2 road trips were January 2010 to Zion National Park for 3 or 4 days and to Phoenix in December 2010/January 2011 for 5 days. For a girl who loves to travel, I feel like I am making up for lost time.
So... fun times are ahead. :) I am enjoying this new life that I am experiencing. It is definitely different, but definitely for the better!
I have 34 children in my class. All of them are wonderful. Some days are tougher than others for them, but they are fantastic kids! As a teacher there is so much stress to get things done, but when looking at these kids realization hits and school needs to be fun and interactive and not all "business" like the stress that some teachers experience time from time. That last sentence may not make much sense, but it makes sense to me.
Since school started, I haven't done much for me. I got my hair done one evening, I watched Anne of Green Gables another evening and I went to the Greek Festival last night. I have done other little things here and there, but nothing huge or substantial. Since I am working around 70 hours a week, I really do enjoy my mini breaks.
I am also planning fun things like going to see The Lion King (which I am not planning at all!), making a trip to WI to see my friend and to see a hockey game, and possibly a trip to SLC over Christmas. I know I probably shouldn't, but I miss traveling so very much! I remember taking 2-4 trips a year whether by car or plane. The last time I have flown on a plane was in November 2009 for my friend's wedding in Wisconsin. The last 2 road trips were January 2010 to Zion National Park for 3 or 4 days and to Phoenix in December 2010/January 2011 for 5 days. For a girl who loves to travel, I feel like I am making up for lost time.
So... fun times are ahead. :) I am enjoying this new life that I am experiencing. It is definitely different, but definitely for the better!
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