children are miraculous

*so I started this post in the Spring, but somehow never got back to finishing it. I revisisted this class last week and again left with a tender heart.

After reading that I don't think this posts needs any words. I had the opportunity to sub in a preschool developmentally delayed class today and to say it touched me is an understatement. I left school today soo thankful for the healthy children in my life, and a prayer that  one day mine will be as well.  I've been in special ed classes before, so I'm pretty much prepared for anything in that area. Or I thought I was. Our day focused on using our words and playing with friends. Seeing these children make the smallest steps forward was an achievement beyond measure. It definitely touched my heart in a way nothing else has before, and definitely set a new tone in my voice as I enter the next class.

Spring Fashion

I started a Spring fashion wish list a few weeks back but.. never finished it. 

I once again am attempting to not buy any swimsuits or random dresses this Summer. I did pretty good about it last year and only bought 1 and 1 other top. I just can't justify the $$$ on something I will ultimately ruin in the abyss that is the lake or get crazy pics in while I'm at the pool. I do have one or two decent suits saved away for special occasions, so as not to look "ratty tatty" as my MIL would say. I just have plain too many dresses, same deal goes there.

Anyways, this is what I'm pining over as warmer temps are heading our way

white skinny jeans, last Summer I got bold and finally dug into some skinnies and have never looked back. I know white would go great with most of my warm weather tops and the fit is pretty dang flattering. 

black shorts. I know random righttttt, but for some reason I'm itching for a pair. Maybe to wear on those once in a blue moon nights out on the town with some snazzy heels. 

pastel pants, I'm still halfway on my wants for these. Cute and trendy, but if you know me then I'm into my fashion for the long haul. I'm a cheapskate.. what can I say. Anyways, if I eat lots of lunches outside at cute little cafe's then these are pretty precious.

brightly colored, long cotton skirt... i hate the word maxi, so we'll leave it with long. Something bright, easy to throw on and pair with a tank top over a swimsuit turns my typical lake outfit into something with longevity when we get off the boat at the marina.

Well that's it.. we refilled the gas in the grill and I think it's time we broke in the patio set for the Season!! 

happy spring all!!

Did I really ignore this poor little thing for months?!


Life got busy.. crazy busy.

We've had a sleu of birthdays, anniversaries, holidays and everything in between since I last spoke with you fine folks. In our true fabulous fashion, they have all been wonderful. There has never been a time I've ever been more in love with my husband and our family.

It's hard to imagine Mr. P and I have been married a whole year now!! Wow!! As our precious neighbor said.. the older you get, the days drag on but the years fly by. So very on point with this past year. Anyways, we celebrated the night of with a dinner out and then about two weeks ago with a camping trip to the beach. We've never camped together before and we needed a few nights away so in the interest of adventure and saving money we tried it..

and LOVED it.

a quick shot of our campsite, tent and all.. Pictures were not our top priority this weekend! Whoops! We enjoyed seafood, the great outdoors, the beach, fishing and cheesey beach gift shops for 4 days before heading back home. Thanks to my parents for the camping supplies and car, and my MIL for the air mattress!!


Back at home this past week has been Spring Break so I've done a lot of.. sitting and my usual cleaning. I'm so ready to be back in the classroom Monday.

It feels good to be back!!

brain dump

It feels like a brain dump kinda night. Not sure when the last one was, but here's to maybe the first of 2012

So here goes.

1. It's only Tuesday and yet it feels like it should be Friday. This week has been way too long so far. I guess kindergarden and wayy wayy talkative 8th grade can do that to you. I'm thankful for the day in gym tomorrow to have my brain catch up before heading back to 3rd grade on Thursday. Nothing yet booked for Friday, so maybe a day off.. doubt it though.

2. I never got into couponing like I said I was.. whoops. Maybe round 2 in a few months when I can get some time back.

3. Extra prayers for the applications I've put out for permanent classroom positions. I would LOVE any oppoturnity to work in a school full time... with that being said, it's already time to start thinking about Summer work, and getting my certificate renewed.

4. Also taking opinions on a trip for our 1st anniversary..

5. My fabulous find of the day yesterday at Goodwill.. Sadly it was not my size, but should fit the seestor well. TBH, I already have one.. and I'm slightly past my days of doubling up on these shirts.. or maybe not. Anyways, these shirts are still my ultimate favorite, goto item in my closet, ever of all time.

6. I've yet to sew anything,  but I think it would be fun to make this.. a cute little casserole cover if you don't recognize it.



7. Ok my backspace button is sticking and that's aggrivating me so I'm going to end this here. Sleep is calling. Back soon with something more productive I swear.

a little of this and a little of that

Ok, so here's a hodgepodge of stuff that's on my mind this week..

1.) Getting the house cleanded/organized and ready to paint/decorate. FINALLY!! I went through the kitchen today and either hauled stuff up to the attic, unpacked it properly or threw it out. I have 90% more storage above the washer and dryer now. Not that I plan to load it up with more crap, but its' there if I need it. I also put the toaster and a few other things up there. Think more counter space. Now to just to pick a starting point and make some plans...

1.5) Yesterday we FINALLY got our Christmas decor taken down as well. I know, I'm embarassed to almost put that on here. I'm soo excited about that, I don't even remember the last time I looked forward to mopping. I love the new arrangment of furniture down there and am pumped to either a.) make covers or b.) get new furniture all together. My  first priority for that room, pictures!! I want new matching frames, and I desperately need to update the photos in them.  I also have a few bare spots on the walls that I am looking to fill with prints and one 8 x 10 printable of something inspirational.


2.) SPRING!! Hahah, well not so much the season but Spring wardrobes! Mr. P and I have been hitting the gym hardcore the past few months and I'm ready to kick it up a notch to get this bikini bod back by Spring. At the mall today I saw so many cute new little dresses out for warmer weather, including one awesome outfit at LOFT. This, I WILL have before too long.

a boldly striped top!

and these bright legged beauties

3.) Our anniversary coming up.. as much as we'd love to do a whole week away and relive our honeymoon that's just not in the cards. We're hoping to at least get away for a night or two though.

4.) I got a sewing machine for Christmas, and have been a little hesitant to use it.. but I think I just might have a project for this weekend. Thank you PINTEREST!! I NEED a cover for my casserole dishes, and low and behold a friend of mine pinned this..

tutuorial here

Anyways.. i think that's it for tonight. Back to school tomorrow, can I say I'm.. excited. Just praying that all this sub work pays off come time for back to school in the Fall.

BUNCO!

So I'm about to start getting ready for Bunko tonight with some ladies. I'm pumped!! I've never played before but I've heard great things about it. Mostly though, I'm just excited to get out of the house and socialize with some other 20somethings and see a few friends.

Anyways, we're all bringing a little appetizer and I've whipped up..

Bruschetta

It's chilling in the fridge now but it smells divine! Fresh Basil has the sweetest smell, if you've never used it before, I suggest you do.  I cannot wait to try it with some of the spreadable garlic/herb cheese I got. Overall it was a really simple and inexpensive recipe. I will warn you, the tomatoes did get messy as I was peeling/seeding/dicing them.

Anyways, have a FABULOUS weekend friends. I'll be back soon with a few other posts I promise!