schools in session

hidey hoe from Norfolkio! School starts on Tuesday! Which is crazy for me to even think about! I do not in any way feel prepared... So we'll see how it goes. Ashley stayed over last night and then came during her hour break to shower. I was school shopping and it was weird coming home and having someone else here. Oh Kt came to visit last weekend/into this week. We had a lot of fun. She's the first one to visit me! She's an amazing friend times 10! I was planning on going to a new church tomorrow, didn't really work out w/ the last one. But the church I was planning on going to won't be there. They're having community weekend! a few times a year they close the church and help out in their community! That makes me want to go there that much more!! I've only read of churches doing that and I think it's SO amazing and such a witness! I guess I'll do some school work in my free time. Sunday night I'm going to Ashley's to celebrate her birthday! It should be fun, then I'm gonna stay over. I'll probaly have to leave early though cos I still have a lot to do for school!! whoo hoo. I'm pumped!! Thursday I'm going to try to get together for dinner with one of the other new teachers, so that should be fun. Not much else is new. I'm having fun and getting stuff done here. I think I'm surprised how I'm not really home sick. I mean I really miss certain people a lot and I've been hurt by their lack of calling or wanting to keep in touch, but I wouldn't say I'm home sick. ha random thought. Ok, I really have to do some work now. hola!

Kt and I at the beach!

And who drew the short straw?

I drew the short straw. So I got to go to my classroom, which was a total wreck, for a whole 2 hours! Then I got kicked out so they could wax the floors and I can't go back until next Tuesday. Life is rough. The good thing is I've had time to finish most of my paper work stuff, which I know will be really helpful in the future...well that's what I keep telling myself to deal with my messy un-ready classroom.

Ashley slept over last night, it was fun! An adult sleep over! ha, my first one and I enjoyed it. Kt is coming Saturday and then staying until Wednesday, which should be a blast. Mainly because my life has been revolving around school. Good thing I love school.

refreshing

So I really enjoyed the church and am definitely going back next week. It was small and laid back. It's a baptist church, so first time in one of those, ha. Which is not a big deal. It reminded me of our youth center when we were at Lavelle. The pastor wore jeans, a polo, and van slip ons. I talked to a few people. The pastor introduced himself and seems really down to earth and with it. I didn't even know he was the pastor cos he just introduced me using his first name only. He was really good, clear, and taught the bible and made it relevant. A lady who sat next to me wrote down her phone number and e-mail and invited me to her bible study. That is a really good sign to me, that I'll be connected at this church. I'm gonna go for it, at least once more. If I absolutely hate it, then I don't have to go back, which is the nice thing about being new. OK, I really need to crack down on my school work. much love.

First

Well there's been a lot of firsts for me this year. First time a friend got married. First time being a bridesmaid. First "real job". First apartment. First time living in a city! First bills! Well today is my first time going to a new church alone! I'm really nervous and have been up since 6am!!! ha. Wish me luck! Maybe I'll blog about it later. I have to leave now though so I'm not late.


oh and whoo hoo Phelps!

Two times in one day

oh life...

Cleaning Out the Clutter

Getting rid of old things has been the theme of this summer. So today I deleted about half of my facebook friends. It was about time, because if I don't talk to them I don't really care enough to look at their crap online. I also have been deleting a lot of people on AIM as well. It feels good to cut these people from my life; some I don't even like or know well! Ha. So Ashley's wedding is this week, I'm really excited! I finished my toast today I'll post it. It has been/will be a crazy week. Just cos I'm home for such a short time I have a ton of different appointments and want to see a bunch of people. Today I have to go pick up my dress and then I'm hanging out with Kt and Kate. Tomorrow morning I have to take my car to the garage, again. Then lunch with Abbie and then I'm hanging out with Ashley and Jamie, doing some stuff for the wedding too. Then Thursday and Friday are full blown wedding day stuff for sure. So that is my week, Saturday I'm getting me hair cut at 11 and then going to meet Hilary for lunch. I'm excited to see her!!! Then I'm going to me new home to sleep, cos I know I'm gonna be pooped. I am definitely going to the beach Sunday and I don't care that I'll still have a ton to do, because I'm only 3 miles/8 minutes away from the ocean and only .5 miles from the bay beaches, I mean I could walk that!!

 

 

My toast

I don't want to say a lot today, but I do want to say one or two very important things. Ashley has been a great friend in so many ways and she truly looks lovely today. We first bonded over gym class because the only time we were picked first was when one of us was the captains and from that our friendship really grew.

We've had a lot of fun together, and she's always been there for me no matter what. As you all know she is an amazing person who can light up any room and put a smile on anyone's face. She always looks for the good in things and people and I really admire that about her.

She has found an amazing match in Chris and you can tell how much they love each other. They are just so comfortable with one another. And they always seem to be excited to be in each other's company. And that tells me that they have the foundation for a wonderful marriage: not just lovers, but lifelong friends as well.

I am ecstatic for both of you. You truly complement one another. You met as friends and it evolved into a love that so many people rarely find today. Love after all, isn't the only thing you need for a wonderful marriage.

Love is what makes the ride worthwhile. And it's a wonderful thing when two people who were made for each other manage to fall in love. So I'd like to make a toast. And I'd like to make it with this thought in mind: I know you will have a good marriage, because it will resemble a lifelong friendship not just only love. So this is to you, Ashley and Chris, and a wonderful life together. So let's toast, to the two friends, lovers and soul mates.

Boys wear over coats

Soon I'll start posting more often and adding pictures. I don't know if anyone really reads this tho. Well I'm offically moved into my apartment in Virginia, even if it is a crazy mess. I'll be organized soon enough. The weirdest thing to adjust to is all the extra space. I thought I would be cramped in the apartment, but I'm finding out I was wrong.

I still can't believe I'm moving to Virginia. It seems almost like a dream. I never really thought I'd move away from home. But I'm really excited and think it will be good. The people I've meet so far are very nice and friendly. The woman who lives above me is quiet, which is nice. Also there is a taco bell one minute away. This of course is amazing.

I can't believe Ashley's wedding is like only a week away! I'm really excited, except my dress isn't completely done yet... not to good. I wouldn't recommend that bridal shop, not the best, and they people aren't all too friendly.



I really want a smore and I really like Home Movies. good show.