Trusting my Gut

Well today I went into the administration building to turn in my ESL certification and the lady that helped me was in charge of hiring Teacher Aids, and she asked me if I would be interested in that. Well, I figured why not since Im not going to get a job this year anyway. So she called a principle and I got a call about 30 minutes later and went to San Jacinto to meet with the principle. All I can say is KUDOS to Teacher Aids in Special Education. The position she had available was going to be in Spec. Ed. and would be dealing with Autisic and Down Syndrome Kids which would be interesting I think. I have always been interested in Autism especially. However she got into the details of the job which included changing diapers and potty training, and I was a little put off by that idea. I know someone has to do it, but I just dont think I went to college for 5 years to be changing diapers and taking kids to the bathroom on a schedule. So I called my student teacher mentor and asked her advice and she advised me not to go that route because if I take that job I may have to turn down a possible teaching job that could come available. So, I guess I will be substituting again this year, but for sure on a more regular basis.

And a side note: the principle at Fort Concho was talking to another principle and was suggesting to her that she hire me at her school since she didnt have any jobs available at the time. Its just nice to know that I have people out there that believe in me and know I can be a good teacher, and I still may have a shot!

Good Times!!

The cake that I made for Shyanne's Baby shower Group picture of everyone that was able to make it!
Shyanne, Lindsey, and Ella
The cake and the Diaper Cake courtesy of Jacque and Chelsey
Kysha, Susan, and Maddie.....Maddie loved Susans necklace and bracelet

Shyannes shower went very well, and it was good to see everyone that was able to make it! I was pleased with the way that the cake turned out, it was pretty cute. It would have been perfect except for the fact that it was very hot in the room we were in.

WHOOOOOOOSH!

Just so you know, thats the sound of time flying by as my daughter has already been in my life for 11 months! We just took her pictures this morning and I am going to be sad when we dont get to go each month. She now weighs 18 lbs and is 28 1/4 inches. I am excited she is even 18 pounds. I cant wait for the day she hits 20 pounds because then we can get her a foward facing car seat! I like the idea of being able to turn around and talk to her, and see her bright shining face on road trips. She doesnt even seem remotely interested in walking at the time, but she gets into everything anyway. I am very blessed to be able to enjoy my daughter growing and developing into her own little person. I am sure that next month when she turns one my post will be much longer, but I am going to enjoy every day of this upcoming month while Maddie is still officially my baby!

here's the article

http://www.gosanangelo.com/news/2008/jul/20/one-man-killed-one-injured-in-early-morning/

This is the news on the situation that happened two houses over last night. The guy that got shot in the side ended up not making it after all.

Super Sunday!!

• So last night was CRAZY! We were woke up in the middle of the night to sirens. It was so close we decided to go outside and see what was happening, well two houses over there were 5 or 6 cop cars, 2 ambulances, a firetruck, 2 K-9 units, a crime scene investigator, and a cop photographer. Luckily Josh is a fireman/paramedic and went to see if they needed help even though he was off duty and was able to get a little info from another fireman. Apparently 2 black guys broke into this house and opened fire on the people there. Well we know that the people at this house do drugs so we are speculating a drug deal gone bad. One guy got shot in the leg and the other in the side possibly puncturing a lung. They were doing CPR on him when they left in the ambulance. The neighbor in between us said they heard 7 or so shots. So needless to say, last night was very CRAZY!!!


• This morning we got up and went to church in Bronte, and two of our friends went with us so we had a great time. We also drove into Abilene to eat at Red Robin because Josh has been wanting to try it after seeing all their comercials they show all the time. Well Im glad we did because it was awesome!


• Then after that, the day only got better, my friend needed to go to James Avery to get her rings cleaned and repaired so since it was next door we went there. I have been wanting a bracelet for a really long time, just never really thought I needed one. However, Josh bought me one that I really liked and said it was an early anniversary present. It's beautiful!! Josh is a wonderful husband and spoils me, and I love him so much!!


• He also bought Maddie a cardboard book so she can read it by herself, she got really mad when I tried to take it from her so we could check out. So I guess she likes it! If she could talk, I know she would have said, "Daddy, I love you so much!" I cant wait till she can actually say that!

I passed!!

• I took the ESL (English as a Second Language) Certification Test in June and found out yesterday that I passed! I am excited cause when I walked out of the test I didnt feel very confident at all. Not only did I pass, I actually did pretty dang good. A 240 is passing, and a 300 is perfect. I made a 274, which I can honestly say was not expected. Anyway, San Angelo requires all their teachers to be ESL certified, but usually they hire you and then tell you to take the test ASAP. My thought, is that by already having the certification it may give me a better chance of getting any jobs that suddenly come up before school starts this year as opposed to someone else they are looking at. So Im keeping my fingers crossed.
• I went with Lacy and the rest of her bridesmaids to Abilene to Davids Bridal to pick out bridesmaid dresses. We went with a slight idea of what we wanted and ended up trying on every dress in the store, lol. It was fun for the most part. I do like the dress that we ended up getting and cant wait till I get to wear it. I love being in weddings and dressing up!
• As for Maddie, she stayed with Josh for the whole day, and its one thing to leave her while I am working, but just hanging out and taking a trip and not taking her along was weird. When we went to eat, I kept looking beside me at the table to check on her, and she wasnt there. Also getting in and out of the car and not getting her out of her carseat and lugging the stroller in and out was much easier, but still weird. The whole day of fun with the girls was nice and I enjoyed it, however, I felt as if a piece of me was missing! That is just crazy to me how much my life has changed in little daily routines. Dont get me wrong I know my life has changed as a whole, but I never thought I would go out of town for a day and feel somewhat lost. She is the reason I get up every morning and the reason I thank God every night before I go to bed. I love being a Mommy, and know already that I am going to have a hard time letting go each time she reaches new points in her life. The one thing that will help me is my loving husband, who is always going to be there with me to hold my hand.
• ALL I CAN SAY IS I AM TRULY BLESSED!!!

Just pictures!

Maddie and Chief, two peas in a pod, begging for Daddy's food!

Since Josh had to work on Fathers Day, Maddie and I went to the firestation to visit.
Josh also had to work on 4th of July, so again we went to the firestation, but it was good since he works out at the airport which is close to the lake and we could see the fireworks really well.
Trying to take a picture of Maddie's 2 bottom teeth, its hard to see but they are there.
Maddie kept pointing and saying, ewwww, at the fire works, I was so impressed that she actually paid attention to them.
Chief and I were taking a little nap in the living room. He is so cute!

Just thought I would be some new pictures up since its been awhile. I dont really have much to say today, what a shocker.

Happy 4th of July!!

HAPPY 4th of JULY!! I love 4th of July and especially the fireworks, I was so excited when I found out that they got enough money to do the firework show at Lake Nasworthy again this year. Josh has to work today so Maddie and I are going with the rest of his family to his cousin Lindsey's engagement party at 5:00, then Maddie and I are going up to the airport firestation so we can watch the fireworks with Josh. Some of our friends are going to come up there with us so it should be fun! I cant wait to see Maddie's reaction, hopefully since we are not going to be as close as usual the sounds wont be as loud. Hope everyone has a fun and safe 4th!!!

Thirsty Thursday

• I got measured for my 12th session of toning on Monday. Turns out I lost 4 1/2 inches total, which is better than nothing, but not as much as I expect to lose next time. I enjoy going because it gives me an hour by myself to relax everyday. I did miss 5 days in a row when Mallory came to visit, so that probobly didnt help my results either. I am excited none the less, because at least now I know it works.
• Maddie had pancakes for the first time this morning and she ate a whole pancake all by herself..for not being very big she sure is a little piglet, hehe!
• We get to go to Abilene to try on Bridesmaids dresses Tuesday, and I am super excited!! A girl trip for the day and as much as I will miss her, Maddie will stay at home with her Daddy. It will be interesting to see what a whole day without a baby feels like, its been a long time since I have done that and honestly dont remember what its like.