I admit it

I suck at this whole blogging thing. Not that anything too exciting has been going on. But it has in our world I suppose. It's just that I don't feel like I'm on top of everything lately. And I'm too freaking tired to think, let alone write and be witty. I LOVE my new school and my new class! They are wearing me down though! So full of life, energy and stories (which I'll get to in a minute) I can't help but smile. Then want to come home and relax with vino, my honey and our four legged babies. The gym membership I convinced Nick to get and I 'swear I'll go at least three times a week' spill, has sadly been used once in two months. I feel like saying, you spend 8 hours of your day in uncomfortable shoes chasing around 19 six year olds, repeating everything you say 28398 times, utilizing your lunch break making copies, stuffing folders and emailing parents back and call that not burning more calories than you consume in a week. But I don't. Because I can't complain. My boyfriend is amazing. True story. I came home yesterday to an immaculate house b/c he called a maid. And scheduled her for the first of every month. Where did I find this guy?? I'm so glad I did. My life is so wonderful right now, I can whine and whimper when I come home then something happens to put everything in perspective. I wake up excited to see my kids again, then can't wait to get home to my fabulous (and now a little boring, but I wouldn't trade it for anything in this world) life.

Last Friday night I had a much needed happy hour with my new teaching friends then got home and Nick and I went and saw The Switch. Recommend it highly. Saturday night we had a friend's 30th bday surprise party at The Londoner in Frisco. We had a fat and lazy Sunday and watched movies all day. We ordered The Back-up Plan on On-Demand. And then decided to make a 'Bucket List'. I'll add to it more but here's what I have so far:

1. Go to Fashion Week in NYC
2. Run a marathon (we'll start with a 5K first)
3. Foster a child
4. Start a foundation
5. Go rock climbing and hiking
6. Meet Tony Romo
7. Own a pair of real Christian Louboutins
8. Attend a red carpet event
9. Learn to cook from scratch
10. Learn to snowboard
11. Ski a black slope
12. Adopt a shelter animal
13. Overcome my fear of car washes
14. Speak another language (I'm semi-fluent in Spanish, but I prefer Italian) so romantic
15. NOT procrastinate
16. Watch the sun come up in an amazing country with my love
17. Live on a farm

This should be an ever-expanding list, yet I feel like I've lived my life pretty much to the fullest thus far, so I am a little grateful that it is so short...I guess you can never stop dreaming though! Wow, cheesy.

That'll be it for now. No pictures because I'm too tired to upload my camera.
First grade post of the day: We were talking about rules at home and how you help out with your family and at dinner...
"I help set the table and my dad cooks while my mom breastfeeds" (Horrifying look on everyone else's faces) Me- hiding my face behind the book trying so very hard not to bust out laughing and wondering if I should explain anything or let it slide and change the topic. And that is what I mean when I say I have the world's best job :)

P.S. Just got home from the vet because my exploring loving precious boxer had an allergic reaction to something and his face swelled up like a balloon. Ahh...if it's not one thing, it's your mother :) LOVE YOU MOMMA!!! :)))

I'm still alive...

Because I know everyone was worried :P Really though, there is NOT.ONE.INTERESTING. THING. below so if you have something to do, please feel free to proceed. I am an avid blog stalker myself and when no one has shared anything new I get aggravated. Even if it is pointless. Like this one.

We've been sooo so busy lately and have had lots of company and visitors, which is always nice. We've been re-decorating the house, Nick has been traveling alot for work (and playing in Vegas) and I've been getting my classroom semi-done. I'll post pics of the house soon! That's all for now :)

Told you so :)

I love my boyfriend

With every part of my heart and soul :)

Here are my GORGEOUS, no special occasion or reason I just love you so much, roses I came home to yesterday. Oh and it came with a sweet card, too. I'm the luckiest girl in the world.

Not too much

Has been going on lately. We did have our housewarming party this past Saturday and other than the nasty rain (which thankfully blew over at about 4) we had an AWESOME time! We are soooo blessed with amazing friends. I can't believe I didn't get any pictures! Errr. I guess I was too worried about playing hostess and mingling with everyone. I did manage to snap a few of the precious doggies though. Of course, I think they are the cutest things ever and always take pictures of them doing absolutely nothing and thinking its the sweetest thing, ha. All moms can understand I guess :) Nick's work counterpart, but great friend as well, Liz brought over her dog Smooch, who is a french bulldog. All the pups had a great time and were WORN OUT that evening and the next day.

Smooch! :)

Tux was born a Cowboys fan, naturally :)

Mean uncle Nick threw Parker in the pool! :(

He didn't mind :)

The boys are spent!

We are going camping at Lake Murray in Oklahoma with 5 other couples this weekend! Should be a great, but HOT time.

Ahhh...

Why do I always get in over my head with things?? Lol. So we decided to have a housewarming party this Saturday. Why? Don't know, just felt like the thing to do since we've been here a couple of months now. We decided to tackle completely redo-ing the front yard. Ahem.

Pulling up ALL the weeds and bushes I decided 'didn't go'. Replanting pretty ones in the holes. Numerous trips to Lowe's and Home Depot and back. Got 4 bags of mulch and I didn't like the color. I wanted some like our neighbors. Ok, back to get that kind. Deciding where the crepe mertles should go. Deciding I didn't like them in that spot. Nick - uproot, re-dig hole. Deciding that one won't get enough sun. Nick - growls, does it again. Deciding I want bricks around the edges. Nick- side of house wheels them over in clumps for me :) thanks hun. Nick- deciding for me that he is NOT re-digging anything else, I have to like it. Me- fine then it will look like crap. Us- done for the day, we'll finish in a few days. THEN...the unthinkable happens.. RAIN. Can't work outside.

It is now Friday, one day away from our party and we have unfinished yard work, things not hung up giving 'bare' look, shelves that have been a pain in the rear since day one. Only have one bracket up and a hole to where the other side should go. Gave up on that 'for now' about 3 weeks ago. The bedding I have been dying to get only has a few items here and there at the dept. stores but I can 'order online for more options.' Yeah I have about a day for it to get here. Hmph.

So, needless to say we have about 30 people coming over to welcome us to our " I DON'T KNOW WHY WE DECIDED TO DO THIS, AND NOTHING IS READY BUT THANKS FOR COMING OVER TO PARTY' party. But, taking it in stride and realizing maybe it was just an excuse to get our friends over and hang out with them :) It should be fun anyways :) At least I convinced Nick to hire a cleaning lady to come over today since I have SOO much to do, I can't even think about cleaning too! ;) muuahahaha. Hope everyone has a great weekend!!

~LOVE~

Let freedom ring

HAPPY JULY 4TH!!

I'm so happy the sun finally decided to make an appearance today. I got home from a fun mini road trip to Canton yesterday with Jennifer. If you've never been, you are missing out! Sooo much neat stuff! Crafts, home decor, baby boutiques galore, etc. We shopped till we dropped to say the least. Some items I snatched:  cutest baby boxers for Kelly's soon to be son, a Texas Longhorn (grr) sign for Nick's 'man cave', 2 shirts, a dress, TONS of jewelry, scentsy scents, a pretty lantern for outside, some books for my classroom, whew! I'm sure there are a couple more items not mentioned. It was a blast! We went for two whole days and didn't even scour through half of it. There are vendors and tents set up at 5 different locations. We made 2 of them. I cannot wait to go back and stay in a bed and breakfast and make a 3 day weekend of it.

We got up today and went to church. The sun was a (surprising) and wonderful thing to wake up to. We started going to Preston Trail Community Church and absolutely love it! Bonus - it's a mile down the road from our neighborhood. So wonderful. Today the pastor talked about independence day, our nations's freedoms and heroes. I have so much to be blessed and thankful for in my life.
Some things I am thankful for:

~My Savior, Jesus Christ. HE forgives me, imperfections and all, and loves me unconditionally.
~My family. Always there for me, through the good, bad and silly decisions I sometimes make.
~Nicholas. I don't have a doubt in my mind God brought him into my world at a trying time in my life. I love you baby :)
~My amazing friends. Love each and every one of them and miss em dearly.
~My precious fur babies. They are a pain in my neck at times, but put smiles and energy into my life :)
~My job. Actually, it's not a job. I love what I do and love that I can make a difference in someone's life.
The preacher today asked, do YOU think you make a difference on a daily basis and consider yourself a hero?  I do. Every single day. I love that. It is the greatest joy in the world.

Many people might not even read this thing, but if you do, out of boredom or pure entertainment, reflect on what you are thankful for and have a wonderful and safe 4th of July! I'm off to make my famous (not really) favorite buffalo chicken dip. We are going to have a great time at a friends house for the day.

~LOVE~

Woohoo!

I have one follower!! Haha, thanks Jess ;)

Just thought I'd share some pics of when Nick's parents were in town. They now live in West Palm Beach, FL, however prior to that (along with Nick) lived in New York. So, of course we had to do the whole TEXAS thing! I absolutley love his parents, they are sooo fun and sweet!

Ft. Worth Stockyards. Yee haw!

Joe T. Garcias...the BEST mexican food you'll ever stuff your face with! Hands down.