GEEZE LOUISE! My summer is booking up/filling up quite fast! With 3 weddings to attend, husband birthday, summer school, swimming lessons, and VBS- I am beginning to wonder if I'll ever even get time to take a trip with my family! Speaking of trips, where are you going this summer? Do you have anything excited for you and yours, or your entire family!?
I'm still debating on what we are going to do. I say a Disney Cruise, my husband says we can cruise to Galveston in our own car. So- yup! That pretty much sums up our differences in vacations!!!!
I'm trying to find a good, fun, relaxing trip, that won't cost a fortune this year. We are definitely wanting to save for a house; guess I should say ANOTHER house since we already own one in Munday. On the other hand- I want it to be absolutely if you have any ideas/suggestions....feel free to pass them along!!!!!
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Maw......
Last week was quite a whirlwind, to say the least. I received a text message Tuesday afternoon regarding my grandmother. My grandmother has been ill for quite some time and definitely weak. Something inside told me to that I needed to go see her; being that I hadn't been around since Christmas. I took off work Wednesday and went home to Munday on Tuesday evening. I went to Wichita Falls on Wednesday, to where I would see my Maw for the very last time. She was so tired that day. She barely could get out the words to speak to me. We discussed my girls, Jentri said "Maw" for her too, and we discussed how much she loved us all. She then told me how excited she was because her time to meet Jesus was coming soon! It brought tears to my eyes. She then asked about my dad's recent trip to come see us. She said that he told her how much of a good time he had. He told her all about Jaylee playing soccer, to her dance recital, to our ever so frustrating housing situation. She asked if anything new had come up, and I told her much to our frustration, no. She calmly smiled and said "God will put you where you are meant to be".
I left that day happy. I was happy to let my Maw go. I was happy to see her suffer no more. I came back to Canadian, and back to work on Thursday. My heart was heavy Thursday evening after speaking to my Dad and middle sister. I knew the time was near. I began packing my bags, as I knew what my weekend would probably have in store. As Jeremy arrived home at 7:30- he was talking on the phone. He came in the living room to tell me once he hung up, that Maw had just passed away. As rejoiceful as I was for her, I was saddened for me. My Maw was precious. My Maw was one of a kind.
Upon reminiscing of my favorite things about my Maw, here were some of my faves:
1.cooking- My Maw was the best cook, especially when it came to desserts. Coconut creme pie, chocolate pie, pecan pie, German chocolate cake, Italian creme cakes, and my favorite- peach cobbler, were definitely some of the best. We would gather on any occasion, and if there wasn't at least ONE dessert, per person, then she wasn't satisfied. She loved to cook. Her God given talent was Cooking and she displayed it; daily.
2. Feisty- my grandmother had a definite feisty side kick to her. (I've learned that this is probably where I get some of mine from). She had no problem speaking what she thought (hmmmm) and she definitely could put anyone in their place. I loved her honesty. As some would be offended by "your gaining weight" or "you're losing weight"- I loved loved loved her honesty.
3. Biscuits and Gravy. With tears in my eyes as I write about this, I can say that my Maw made the best homemade biscuits and gravy. Her biscuits had the best taste and nobody could make biscuits like my Maw! (She also made the best apricot preserves, from her apricot trees in the backyard, that would make your mouth water )
4. The finger. While some Grandmothers read books to their grandchildren, or play games/puzzles, my grandmother taught me survival skills. When I was really little, I mean, REALLY little- like probably age 4, maybe 5. I remember my Grandmother asking me if anyone ever made me mad or upset sometimes. I recall hat particular day being upset with my Mom as she left me sleeping on my grandparents couch, while she ran to Wal-Mart. I was so ticked off at her! Anyways, My Maw taught me that when anyone makes me mad or upset, to just "give em the finger"! And boy howdy.... she even taught me how to do it! Talk about hilarious! To this day, I still remember her sitting on that couch and laughing at me saying "Brittany, just give em the finger!"
5. Vocabulary- My maw had such a southern draw on some of her words. She was one who never washed her hair in the bathtub, and I don't recall the woman ever taking a shower. She would always wash her hair in the kitchen sink. When the time came for her to wash her hair for the week, she would always say "I need to go ranch my hair out" (Instead of saying RINSE, she had such a draw on the middle sound that it sounded more like ranch my hair instead of rinse- priceless!)
6. Simplicity- Maw was SIMPLE. She didn't need fancy clothes, cars, diamonds, dishes, furniture, etc. All Maw wanted was love and happiness. When I think of happy, I think of Maw. Her Pa was the absolute light of her life- and nothing brought her more joy than him. After surprising us all and lasting 10 years after his death, she still displayed her simplicity. Maw never wanted attention. She never wanted people to gawk or stare at her. Maw just loved to give and enjoy people's company. I wish I was more like this- just simple.
7. Lollipooces! Yup- that's right- "Lollipooces" is what Maw would say when something surprised her, upset her, or just made her feel good..... you could always hear her say "Lollipooces" and it would always make me laugh/smile. Don't ask me where it came from- it's just Maw~!
I could go on longer, but as you can see- my grandmother definitely had some characteristics that separated her. She was so funny and such a light in my life.
Something that I have been able to cling onto is that she told me that God would put me where I was meant to be. As very few know, Jeremy and I have been on hold with housing. We actually have been on a waiting game for a place that Jeremy knows about. Long story short- the man was dying in the nursing home, and his son (Jeremy's friend) couldn't sell it until the man died. As awful as it sounds to be "waiting on a death to buy a house"; we just keep praying for God's timing. His timing maybe just that- perfect. After getting past my Grandmother's death Thursday evening, we learned that this friend's Dad died Thursday evening as well- at the exact same time. Could this be God closing one of my doors; yet opening another? I don't know- it's almost bone chilling to think about it. I just know that I'm clinging to the cross because my worries are getting me nowhere.
To my Maw- you were the best Maw I could ever ask for. Your simplicity and your recipes will forever be dear to me. I know you are in heaven cooking Pa biscuits and gravy, all the while he's standing there saying "hubba hubba" as he watches you cook! I love you.
I left that day happy. I was happy to let my Maw go. I was happy to see her suffer no more. I came back to Canadian, and back to work on Thursday. My heart was heavy Thursday evening after speaking to my Dad and middle sister. I knew the time was near. I began packing my bags, as I knew what my weekend would probably have in store. As Jeremy arrived home at 7:30- he was talking on the phone. He came in the living room to tell me once he hung up, that Maw had just passed away. As rejoiceful as I was for her, I was saddened for me. My Maw was precious. My Maw was one of a kind.
Upon reminiscing of my favorite things about my Maw, here were some of my faves:
1.cooking- My Maw was the best cook, especially when it came to desserts. Coconut creme pie, chocolate pie, pecan pie, German chocolate cake, Italian creme cakes, and my favorite- peach cobbler, were definitely some of the best. We would gather on any occasion, and if there wasn't at least ONE dessert, per person, then she wasn't satisfied. She loved to cook. Her God given talent was Cooking and she displayed it; daily.
2. Feisty- my grandmother had a definite feisty side kick to her. (I've learned that this is probably where I get some of mine from). She had no problem speaking what she thought (hmmmm) and she definitely could put anyone in their place. I loved her honesty. As some would be offended by "your gaining weight" or "you're losing weight"- I loved loved loved her honesty.
3. Biscuits and Gravy. With tears in my eyes as I write about this, I can say that my Maw made the best homemade biscuits and gravy. Her biscuits had the best taste and nobody could make biscuits like my Maw! (She also made the best apricot preserves, from her apricot trees in the backyard, that would make your mouth water )
4. The finger. While some Grandmothers read books to their grandchildren, or play games/puzzles, my grandmother taught me survival skills. When I was really little, I mean, REALLY little- like probably age 4, maybe 5. I remember my Grandmother asking me if anyone ever made me mad or upset sometimes. I recall hat particular day being upset with my Mom as she left me sleeping on my grandparents couch, while she ran to Wal-Mart. I was so ticked off at her! Anyways, My Maw taught me that when anyone makes me mad or upset, to just "give em the finger"! And boy howdy.... she even taught me how to do it! Talk about hilarious! To this day, I still remember her sitting on that couch and laughing at me saying "Brittany, just give em the finger!"
5. Vocabulary- My maw had such a southern draw on some of her words. She was one who never washed her hair in the bathtub, and I don't recall the woman ever taking a shower. She would always wash her hair in the kitchen sink. When the time came for her to wash her hair for the week, she would always say "I need to go ranch my hair out" (Instead of saying RINSE, she had such a draw on the middle sound that it sounded more like ranch my hair instead of rinse- priceless!)
6. Simplicity- Maw was SIMPLE. She didn't need fancy clothes, cars, diamonds, dishes, furniture, etc. All Maw wanted was love and happiness. When I think of happy, I think of Maw. Her Pa was the absolute light of her life- and nothing brought her more joy than him. After surprising us all and lasting 10 years after his death, she still displayed her simplicity. Maw never wanted attention. She never wanted people to gawk or stare at her. Maw just loved to give and enjoy people's company. I wish I was more like this- just simple.
7. Lollipooces! Yup- that's right- "Lollipooces" is what Maw would say when something surprised her, upset her, or just made her feel good..... you could always hear her say "Lollipooces" and it would always make me laugh/smile. Don't ask me where it came from- it's just Maw~!
I could go on longer, but as you can see- my grandmother definitely had some characteristics that separated her. She was so funny and such a light in my life.
Something that I have been able to cling onto is that she told me that God would put me where I was meant to be. As very few know, Jeremy and I have been on hold with housing. We actually have been on a waiting game for a place that Jeremy knows about. Long story short- the man was dying in the nursing home, and his son (Jeremy's friend) couldn't sell it until the man died. As awful as it sounds to be "waiting on a death to buy a house"; we just keep praying for God's timing. His timing maybe just that- perfect. After getting past my Grandmother's death Thursday evening, we learned that this friend's Dad died Thursday evening as well- at the exact same time. Could this be God closing one of my doors; yet opening another? I don't know- it's almost bone chilling to think about it. I just know that I'm clinging to the cross because my worries are getting me nowhere.
To my Maw- you were the best Maw I could ever ask for. Your simplicity and your recipes will forever be dear to me. I know you are in heaven cooking Pa biscuits and gravy, all the while he's standing there saying "hubba hubba" as he watches you cook! I love you.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Happy Mother's Day!
Our weekend started with Family Night at daycare Friday evening. We went and enjoyed Jaylee's class perform their little songs. The worm workout was so cute! They then ended with their Mother's Day craft, and Jaylee had written a story for me. Things that she liked to do with me like what book we read, what thing we did, what she loved the most about me. Talk about a wake up call. I, as an OCD person tend to go overboard with worrying about the house, the laundry, etc and not enjoying my time with my kids. When she wrote how much she loved to bake cookies with me and read the silver purse book, it made me cry. How detailed her descriptions were. How much her little mind knows and remembers. It really makes you realize that your time with your children is very precious and it is remembered with them was to what you do.
While our original plans for the weekend were to spend the weekend, at home, just relaxing. That all changed Saturday afternoon. My mother and niece left to go back home and as we were laying down for naps- gunshots began to fire! After the first one, I thought "surely not?" , then after the next two fired, and the Mexican music began to play, I couldn't take it any longer. My husband told me to pack the bags and we would go to Amarillo. He didn't have to tell me twice.
We were out the door, within 30 minutes, and off we went. We ate China Star Saturday evening (my choice- yes, I love Chinese food, and my kids eat free there- and they love it- double bonus!)Then Sunday we went to Johnny Carino's. I've only eaten there twice- but their bread, dipped in that flavor infused olive oil, and their vinaigrette dressing on their salad- was wonderful!! I also got to spend some time shopping, just by myself Sunday morning. Then after lunch, Jaylee and I razooed through the mall, shopping together. It was so much fun! She picked out clothes and jewelry, and of course I did the same! It was fun! :)
Then of course, can't leave town without Sam's and Wal-Mart. Ugh, I could go on and on about how much toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and diaper cost, but I'm sure you all know! My husband normally doesn't go to Sam's with me, and so he was quite surprised at the almost $300 bill that we threw down there! However, I only go about 8 times a year there and I stock up on things that really save you money, and that you always need on hand! Nothing makes me madder than running out of paper towels, toilet paper, or trash bags!
So, all in all, a weekend spent with my biggest blessings, made this momma happy!
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
A tour of our house, hopefully!
Well....... Good news is.... we have found our house!!!!!!!!! The bad news is..... we have no place to put it! Bummer, huh!? As nosey as some of you are, I thought I'd go ahead and share some of my faves. (Disregard the decorations- they do not come with it, fortunately!)
As you walk into the back door- you walk into this massive laundry room. I love the view of seeing, walking straight through! Before you walk from the laundry to the kitchen- there is a quaint little study/office area- and opposite of that is a guest bath!
While some might be shocked at the flooring- I actually fell in LOVE with it. Although I would have never, ever picked something like this out- I definitely loved it in this house!
Another big plus is my big garden tub. I can't wait to actually take a hot bath again. For the past year- it's been showers only! The hot water heater was too small to fill my tub!
One of my top priorities in house hunting was OPEN KITCHEN.... and this house definitely gives you that! I can cook in my kitchen (love the bar by the way) and I can look over to the left and see the den or look forward and see the formal living room. LOVE LOVE LOVE that! I also had 2 living areas on my top priority list, so check that off as well! Did I also mention that the kitchen has 36 drawers????
Here is another view of the kitchen, looking over towards the bar. I'm standing as if I just left the formal living room. Once again, disregard the ugly picture's, palm trees, etc. Which, actually, that palm tree is sitting in the perfect place for a christmas tree!!! How exciting!!!
Here is our favorite room, yes, Jeremy even said so himself. The den. It has what you call a "gaming bar" that overlooks the den are. It has many outlets included in it- so you can hook up chargers, ipods, laptops, etc all the while looking at the tv, that is not included, and it has fully equipped surround sound. It also has a fire place, which is another check on my list!!! Although this bar would probably not be high on your list- it was another thing that I absolutely fell in love with!!!
Here is another view of the den. I also LOVED the sectional sofa they had in there, as did Jeremy. After muchy prying, jewing, and negotiating, they still wouldn't sell it to us! DARN!
This is a view of standing in the den- looking back towards the kitchen. You can see that my kitchen has a big L shaped bar- big enough for atleast 6, maybe even 8 bar stools! You can also see to the right of the dining room table- there is a big, blank- wall. ARe you thinking what I'm thinking- that's right- Unky Munky get ready- that china cabinet is coming to canadian!!!!
The house is 2660 square feet in all. It has 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, 2 living areas, and a huge open floor plan. I love how the master bedroom is at the front of the house- and the other 3 bedrooms are on the complete opposite end of the house. In the master bath there is the "mans" corner- where he has his own vanity- with 4 drawers- eight cabinets- and a big closet. Then on the other side of the bathroom is MY part- with a 8 foot vanity- lots of cabinets and drawers and a very, big walk in closet. I'm in heaven!!!! When you first look at that part of the house- it gets kind of confusing- but then you start to think about it and think "Hey- I really like this!" Another big plus for us is the big laundry room. It has a sink with 14 cabinets - and 6 drawers as well. It also has room for my deep freeze, and an additional fridge. Love Love Love! I also love that when you walk into the backdoor- it's connected to the master bath- so those nasty, greasy, stinky, smelly clothes that my husband walks in with every day- he gets to go right into the shower- without stepping on my carpet! LOVE! Another thing that we loved is that the 4th bedroom has its completely seperate bathroom. Of course Jaylee will love that when she gets older, yet I also know of a Lolli and Pa, and a Nana and Popo that will thoroughly get their use out of that, without having to take turns in the girls bathroom, or ours!
Overall- we are both in love! This house has every single thing that I ever wanted in a house. If I was to even build my house- this floorplan is what I would use. It just screams family, fun, entertainment. It's not closed, boxy feeling. It's open, spacious, and is just waiting for the first christmas party to be thrown!
Ok, now I'll come back to the real world. What good is this beautiful home, without a place to put it? We actually did have a lease on a place- yet- after finding one of this capacity- it will never settle on ground that is 25 feet of sand. So, big downer there! If you don't mind, please continue to pray for us. We have fallen in love with a house, just need a flat place to put it!
As you walk into the back door- you walk into this massive laundry room. I love the view of seeing, walking straight through! Before you walk from the laundry to the kitchen- there is a quaint little study/office area- and opposite of that is a guest bath!
While some might be shocked at the flooring- I actually fell in LOVE with it. Although I would have never, ever picked something like this out- I definitely loved it in this house!
Another big plus is my big garden tub. I can't wait to actually take a hot bath again. For the past year- it's been showers only! The hot water heater was too small to fill my tub! 
One of my top priorities in house hunting was OPEN KITCHEN.... and this house definitely gives you that! I can cook in my kitchen (love the bar by the way) and I can look over to the left and see the den or look forward and see the formal living room. LOVE LOVE LOVE that! I also had 2 living areas on my top priority list, so check that off as well! Did I also mention that the kitchen has 36 drawers???? 
Here is another view of the kitchen, looking over towards the bar. I'm standing as if I just left the formal living room. Once again, disregard the ugly picture's, palm trees, etc. Which, actually, that palm tree is sitting in the perfect place for a christmas tree!!! How exciting!!!
Here is our favorite room, yes, Jeremy even said so himself. The den. It has what you call a "gaming bar" that overlooks the den are. It has many outlets included in it- so you can hook up chargers, ipods, laptops, etc all the while looking at the tv, that is not included, and it has fully equipped surround sound. It also has a fire place, which is another check on my list!!! Although this bar would probably not be high on your list- it was another thing that I absolutely fell in love with!!! 
The house is 2660 square feet in all. It has 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, 2 living areas, and a huge open floor plan. I love how the master bedroom is at the front of the house- and the other 3 bedrooms are on the complete opposite end of the house. In the master bath there is the "mans" corner- where he has his own vanity- with 4 drawers- eight cabinets- and a big closet. Then on the other side of the bathroom is MY part- with a 8 foot vanity- lots of cabinets and drawers and a very, big walk in closet. I'm in heaven!!!! When you first look at that part of the house- it gets kind of confusing- but then you start to think about it and think "Hey- I really like this!" Another big plus for us is the big laundry room. It has a sink with 14 cabinets - and 6 drawers as well. It also has room for my deep freeze, and an additional fridge. Love Love Love! I also love that when you walk into the backdoor- it's connected to the master bath- so those nasty, greasy, stinky, smelly clothes that my husband walks in with every day- he gets to go right into the shower- without stepping on my carpet! LOVE! Another thing that we loved is that the 4th bedroom has its completely seperate bathroom. Of course Jaylee will love that when she gets older, yet I also know of a Lolli and Pa, and a Nana and Popo that will thoroughly get their use out of that, without having to take turns in the girls bathroom, or ours!
Overall- we are both in love! This house has every single thing that I ever wanted in a house. If I was to even build my house- this floorplan is what I would use. It just screams family, fun, entertainment. It's not closed, boxy feeling. It's open, spacious, and is just waiting for the first christmas party to be thrown!
Ok, now I'll come back to the real world. What good is this beautiful home, without a place to put it? We actually did have a lease on a place- yet- after finding one of this capacity- it will never settle on ground that is 25 feet of sand. So, big downer there! If you don't mind, please continue to pray for us. We have fallen in love with a house, just need a flat place to put it!
Thursday, May 2, 2013
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!
28 YEARS TODAY! My day started with my busting me ass on the ice on my front porch! Yup- there's a milestone for sure. Ice and Snow on my birthday- and to bust my rear on it makes it all the more memorable (not!) It's hard to believe that I'm 28 and getting closer and closer to 30. I am not ready to be 30- so here's to hoping these next 2 years go SLOW!! In my prayers this morning, I thought about all that I've accomplished in 28 years of my life- and felt very blessed after going through the list. I feel as if I've grown into a very independent adult, mother, and wife who has proven many wrong and has definitely made something of herself. I feel as if I still have more to prove and mountains to move. I also thought about my goals for my 28th year of life: and, my biggest goal would be HOUSE and the next goal would hopefully be baby #3! I've said since I was engaged to Jeremy- I will not have kids after I'm 30- I don't want to be working concession stands in a wheel chair, or going to graduation with a cane! So there ya go Unky Munky- hopefully your wish will come true in the next 24 months! (Might need to keep working on Jeremy, though!) So here's to my next year of life!!! I can' t wait to see what God has in store for me! Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Outfit # 2
Here is my outfit today....
Celebrity Pink Jeans/Capris from Macy's $30
Chloe K Mint Top from Nordstrom $25
Silver Sequin Sperry Shoes (This has been on my WANT list for a while- found them at Nordstrom Rack this past weekend! Original cost is in the $75-$80 range- got them for $49.96! So glad I didn't buy the off brand I've been eyeing and thinking about settling for!
I didn't put a necklace with this outfit- felt as if the top was busy enough......
So, what are your favorite colors this spring?
(Excuse the blurriness/weirdness of any self photos- I have a 4 year old taking my pictures because my husband tries to take it crooket- put is body parts in it- or just says that "that's retarded". So- bare with me, please!)
Too good?
Yesterday, someone commented to me that "it's almost as if Canadian was too good to be true".......
Talk about a punch to the stomach. That quote/thought stuck with me the rest of the day....
Could it be true? Could it really be that all of this for the past year was "too good to be true?"
I don't know, but it really makes me wonder. What's hard for me to understand is all the open doors and signs that pointed North to this place.
Last night, we discussed why we wanted to stay here. First and foremost- education. Not only the quality of education- the opprotunities that my kids receive, especially in technology, are far greater than where I came from. Secondly- dynamics in their education. Here, the disadvantaged rate is only at 13%. Back home- it's over 50%. Now, do not misuderstand, the dynamics are beginning to change here as the oilfield continues to boom. We are seeing more and more of the hispanics, and still very few of the african americans. Another reason we want to stay is Jeremy's income from his job. As much as he can complain, moan, and groan about the idiots he works with- I consitently remind him that being in a mechanics position, and having idiots run your machines, is only in fact job security for him. (Aren't I the nicest wife?) A fourth reason would be my job. I absolutely, without a glimpse of doubt, LOVE my job. This is the first job in 6 years that I am acutally saddened to see May come. Other places- I was COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS AFTER SPRING BREAK! Yet, a big difference could also be the change in grades that I teach. I was pretty stressed with my past jobs of preparing students for STAAR/TAKS. Teaching 1st grade has been the biggest blessing, by far! I also love the ladies I work with. All 5 of us, still today, LOVE working together, are all pretty level headed, and love working together. We all accept each other's ideas. We all "roll with the punches". Nothing gets us "down" or "in our way". We all seem to have the same general understanding that we are not here for ourselves, but only for our students. Usually by this point in the year, I am having a hard time even speaking to some co-workers. I used to avoid some at all costs because hearing their voice just rubbed me wrong. ONe of those "yeah yeah- same song different verse" kind of people." Let's just be honest- we all know ME- and we all know that I can't handle the whiners/cryers/moaners/groaners. Suck it up people- put on your big girl panties- and be thankful! So, I haven't met any of those, well only one, and thankfully I don't have to see her very often and that's only becuase she gets the luxury of closing her classroom anytime she wants, or just see my kids every other week, or even at all because she is "so overwhelmed"
OK- I'll get back to topic now. I could go on for days......
So, as you see, there are lots of advantages to living here and working here. I would also put Wendy, Jimmy, and Kimberly on that list as well. Yet, our time together is probably coming to an end soon as they will be moving onto another location in the future. Prayers for us as we find another "hoodie friend" as good as them. They are purely- good as gold!
The only disdavantage that we could come up with is that "it wasn't home" and "housing market". On the other hand- we both agreed that we didn't want to move "home" just to go back to living like we were. Plus "home" will never be "home" like it was when we were both 18. So, moving back is pretty much out of consideration at the moment. Although I do have a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, brick home with a big yard that would definitely feel like a mansion at this point.
The latest update We are actually making some headway on a lease agreement with some land, so fingers crossed that this is where God has plans for us!
Talk about a punch to the stomach. That quote/thought stuck with me the rest of the day....
Could it be true? Could it really be that all of this for the past year was "too good to be true?"
I don't know, but it really makes me wonder. What's hard for me to understand is all the open doors and signs that pointed North to this place.
Last night, we discussed why we wanted to stay here. First and foremost- education. Not only the quality of education- the opprotunities that my kids receive, especially in technology, are far greater than where I came from. Secondly- dynamics in their education. Here, the disadvantaged rate is only at 13%. Back home- it's over 50%. Now, do not misuderstand, the dynamics are beginning to change here as the oilfield continues to boom. We are seeing more and more of the hispanics, and still very few of the african americans. Another reason we want to stay is Jeremy's income from his job. As much as he can complain, moan, and groan about the idiots he works with- I consitently remind him that being in a mechanics position, and having idiots run your machines, is only in fact job security for him. (Aren't I the nicest wife?) A fourth reason would be my job. I absolutely, without a glimpse of doubt, LOVE my job. This is the first job in 6 years that I am acutally saddened to see May come. Other places- I was COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS AFTER SPRING BREAK! Yet, a big difference could also be the change in grades that I teach. I was pretty stressed with my past jobs of preparing students for STAAR/TAKS. Teaching 1st grade has been the biggest blessing, by far! I also love the ladies I work with. All 5 of us, still today, LOVE working together, are all pretty level headed, and love working together. We all accept each other's ideas. We all "roll with the punches". Nothing gets us "down" or "in our way". We all seem to have the same general understanding that we are not here for ourselves, but only for our students. Usually by this point in the year, I am having a hard time even speaking to some co-workers. I used to avoid some at all costs because hearing their voice just rubbed me wrong. ONe of those "yeah yeah- same song different verse" kind of people." Let's just be honest- we all know ME- and we all know that I can't handle the whiners/cryers/moaners/groaners. Suck it up people- put on your big girl panties- and be thankful! So, I haven't met any of those, well only one, and thankfully I don't have to see her very often and that's only becuase she gets the luxury of closing her classroom anytime she wants, or just see my kids every other week, or even at all because she is "so overwhelmed"
OK- I'll get back to topic now. I could go on for days......
So, as you see, there are lots of advantages to living here and working here. I would also put Wendy, Jimmy, and Kimberly on that list as well. Yet, our time together is probably coming to an end soon as they will be moving onto another location in the future. Prayers for us as we find another "hoodie friend" as good as them. They are purely- good as gold!
The only disdavantage that we could come up with is that "it wasn't home" and "housing market". On the other hand- we both agreed that we didn't want to move "home" just to go back to living like we were. Plus "home" will never be "home" like it was when we were both 18. So, moving back is pretty much out of consideration at the moment. Although I do have a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, brick home with a big yard that would definitely feel like a mansion at this point.
The latest update We are actually making some headway on a lease agreement with some land, so fingers crossed that this is where God has plans for us!
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