A Mother's Love

There are few things that are as exciting to me as visitors from home. And guess what? We're getting some this weekend! My parents are coming up this weekend for David's deacon ordination. I'm so proud of my hubby for being such an amazing man of God. He amazes me.

Right now, even the thoughts of how much I have to clean up dust and dog hair are nothing compared to the fact that my Mom and Dad will be here to have fun with us. Mom loves to see her "grand-puppies" and of course Darsee and Remus love visitors so it works out all around. 

Today I made a huge batch of chicken salad for them and David to munch on when we're at the house. I also have to make a cake for a party. I've picked out a really nice recipe, so I hope all goes as planned. 

All in all, this is shaping up to be a weekend of fun!

I Made It!

Well, we survived skiing. New Mexico was beautiful. I'll put pictures up on Facebook. 

Dan proposed to Janna and her parents came to surprise her. It was so sweet. We had a blast hanging out with them. Sarah also brought Brent which made it even more fun and exciting. There were so many people in the lodge that I felt a little overwhelmed at times, I'll admit. I think we all did. David's cousin Rachel brought her 3 little boys and they added a certain element of craziness to the week. Also, David's Aunt Ruth came with her 2 foreign exchange students, Up and Virginia. They made me laugh because they'd never been anywhere like New Mexico (Up is from Thailand and Virginia is from Ecuador). They had never seen any snow! 

Sadly, after surviving 2 days of skiing, I ended up getting sick on the evening after our last skiing day. I had fever and chills the whole way home and all day yesterday. That's certainly no fun. But it seems that I am now close to being completely well...Just in time to go back to school...:(

Spring Break Begins!

Now, if only it felt like spring outside. Instead it's rainy and chilly. I'm not feeling super, so I'm trying to rest a little while preparing for...(drumroll, please)...our trip to New Mexico tomorrow! David went to town this morning for a gun show (I will never understand), and he dropped by Wal-Mart on the way home to pick up snacks for tomorrow. Now that he's home, I think the official preparation will begin. I'm about halfway packed. 

Right now, I am watching one of my favorite shows with the pups. Don't ask me why I'm so fascinated by "18 Kids and Counting", but something about a family with 18 kids has the ability to seriously hold my interest. I admire the fact that TLC has so many shows with parents who uphold strong beliefs in Christianity and morality. It's refreshing to see. 

Ok, it's time to admit to the fact that I have a trip tomorrow. All my ski gear is going to eventually be packed into the suitcase (it's all so poofy). I also have a batch of cookies to make, 2 presents to wrap, and a birthday present to find. Wish me happy skiing!

There's A Little "Sex and the City" In All Of Us

Today, as I was running the 3 miles I'd set for myself (did I mention I did over 5 on Saturday!?!), I laughed as I started thinking about "Sex and the City". That might seem like a bizarre thing to think about while exercising, but here's why. I was reminded of Miranda on the episode where she has her baby, Brady. She tells Carrie to make sure that the nurses aren't being "too cheerful and encouraging" because that makes her really angry. I realized today that I am like this about exercise. It takes all of my patience and strength to do those workout dvds because I hate those people who keep saying "You can do it!" or "Keep it up!" AHH!!! So, enough of the encouragement, it's more encouraging for me just to say to myself, "Let's get this over with!" I think I'd respond well to those trainers on "The Biggest Loser" who just yell at the people when they aren't working out. 

So that's Miranda. I emulate Charlotte in my desire for class and innocence, and sometimes channel Carrie when I find that one outfit that's perfect, but still slightly bizarre. (I'm not going to talk about Samantha, because I'd like to think I have nothing like her inside of me except her ability to be a powerful woman.) 

That's my thought for the day. I think that's why so many girls love "Sex and the City" - we've all got a little of those ladies running through our feminine veins. 

Now I'm off to a prom meeting with parents. A junior class sponsor's day is never done...

Chariots of Fire

Yesterday, I felt like I belonged in the movie "Chariots of Fire". I ran 4 miles! This may not seem like a lot, but for me, it is. Anyway, my goal is to build up to 5 this week. I never thought I'd be so excited by physical activity. Haha. I've never EVER been that type in my life.

I made cookies tonight for my class of juniors that are in remediation. Their state tests are next week (AH!). Anyway, I'm trying to be extremely positive with them and I want them to know that I believe in them. I've found that many times the best way to do this is with food. 

My daily joy : looking at new pictures of my friends' babies on Facebook. David and I have been keeping up with Harper since we prayed so fervently during her stay in the hospital (www.kellyskornerblog.com), and I've also been praying for Emily, Kristy, and Lesley. I can't believe they all have kids!! When did we get to be that age? Anyway, Madison (Kristy's) and Hannah (Lesley's) were born last week and I just can't get over the sweet pictures. 

I think this worries David that I'm ready to start having kids. :) I have to remind myself, though, that I'll be ready in a couple of years when I'm done with this Master's. 

This weekend, we went to Fayetteville Northside Rotary Casino night. The theme this year was "Top Gun". It was about 15 degrees outside and snowing and the party was in an old airplane hanger turned museum. There was next to no heat in the place and it was frigid. Brittany and I tried to dance the night away to keep warm. Sarah and Brent came too, which was fun. They were little dancers too. I love going to those things because we always get to laugh and relax together....this time, we relaxed to the sounds of music from the 80's. Hearing the theme song to "Top Gun" took me back to junior high when Adrian and I watched that movie over and over again. Ahh, the days when Tom Cruise was normal.....