3 & 4 year olds!

Ok, so most of you know how much I love young children, HINT: I want to be an elementary teacher! Well, I have been helping out with the 3 & 4 year old class at church, and it has been a blast. Well, now I get to come up with the lesson plans each week & I am so excited! I have so many great ideas just spilling out of my head. I want to do them all the first Sunday, but I realize I have to spread them out over time. I went to Lifeway today on my lunch break and found the BEST book ever- The Humongous Book of Preschool Ideas 2. It is full of FUN & CREATIVE ideas. This book includes everything- bible experiences, crafts, games, songs, snacks, and prayers! I can't wait till this Sunday! Does anybody have any great ideas or resources, or crafts? I am open for any suggestions!

Important!

I have a very important poll on my blog and I would love for everyone to take the time and give me your opinion! I have been trying to decide "when" to get my masters. A) As soon as I am done with my bachelors and put of teaching for another 1 and 1/2. B) Go ahead and get a job, start teaching and then go back and get my Masters.

I want to get my Masters in Administration. But I don't want that kind of job immediately. I DO want to tech for a while first (k, 1 or 2 grade) and then maybe one day be a principal.

Any suggestions..... it doesn't matter if you are a teacher or not, I want to know what you think. But, if you are a teacher, are the chances of getting hired better if you have a masters? Just curious?!?!

Thank you!!!

3 more weeks....

I'm so excited.... I just can't hide it..... I'm about to..... ok-ok-ok, so on with the post. 

ONLY 3 MORE WEEKS OF SCHOOL LEFT AND THAN FINALS. WAHOOO!

What's not exciting about that? I can't wait to be done this semester! I am so burned out on History, I don't know if I can take anymore! But, I guess that's what I get for putting them all off till the very last semester.... oops! Overall, this semester hasn't been too bad. AND it actually went by pretty fast. YAY  You know, I've always heard the saying, "the older you get the faster time goes by" and I never really believed it until now. It seems like the older and older I get, the faster time seems to be flying out the window. It almost scares me, and I wish it would slow down.... never thought I would say that. I had always planned on graduating in 2011, and getting  married that summer, but those are 2 major things, and I don't know if I'm ready! The idea of being a responsible adult, and teaching a classroom full of five year olds is scary. And there's always the question, what if they don't like me, or what if I'm not any good at teaching, then what? Do I have to start over, and find another career..... or even worse...... What if I love the job, and I love the kids, and the kids love me, but my crappy ole' knees wont let me squat and sit on  the ground like I need to be able to do, so I can get on the same level as the kids..... LOL-- That was suppose to be a joke.... funny. But seriously these old knees aren't as good as they use to be. = /    And then there's marriage. What... marriage? Ahhhh  RUN....Fast! Trey and I have decided that when we get married, we will have to continue to live where we are. I will live with my parents and he will live with his. REASON: We are both the babies in the our family, and unless you are the baby in your family, you have no idea how hard this job is...... hard but very enjoyable! So, we have decided to live at home, because, admit, mom dad, Hugh, Judy, you need us. And we will save so much more money! = )  And, if we do happen to have kids one day, they will live with me, and go to their dad's (or grandparents I guess) every other weekend.  Isn't that a GREAT idea? Okay.... maybe not, but it sounds good for now!  

Anyways, back to school. Yes, only 3 more weeks, and I can't wait. The only bad thing is that there is soooo much due towards then end of the semester.... crazy stuff like crazy projects, reports, and more tests.   ERRRR  no more tests- please!! And speaking of book reports, I have one due Wednesday, yes this wednesday, and asked me if I have started reading the book yet.... "Amelia, Have you started reading the book yet"? WELL YES I HAVE, THAT'S A DUMB QUESTION, WHO WOULD HAVE A BOOK REPORT DUE ON WEDNESDAY... IN 2 DAYS AND NOT START READING THE BOOK YET!   But..... I am only on chapter 1..... that's a start?  Well, I guess I better get off of here and go read some more, so I don't get behind..... LOL

I hope you have a great day tomorrow.

14 months

It's been 14 months since I saw your beautiful face last. I can still remember that day like yesterday. You were your cheery self, so peppy and excited that morning. You were running around trying to find something to wear, asking me if everything you tried on looked ok. We finally agreed on a beautiful outfit. You looked beautiful, you always looked beautiful. I was running late and I had a major test that day, so I ran out the door very quickly, not telling you bye. I always tell you bye, I never did NOT tell you bye. But I didn't that morning, I was selfish and nervous and scared all at the same time. I'm sorry. I'm sorry for not telling you bye, but little did I know that it would be one of the biggest mistakes in my life, for not saying one little word: B-Y-E. I miss you more than ever. I try to be strong, but sometimes its so hard. It does seem to be getting a little bit easier now, but it's still not fair, it still sucks. And I still don't get it. I still don't understand "WHY". Why did you have to leave me that day? I know you're in a better place, a much more beautiful and peaceful place, but I wish you were still here with me. Helping me, loving me, and just being there for me. It's not the same, I miss my friend. 

I love you Ki Ki, more than ever.  xoxo

There's just something wrong with this picture, we go from one happy family, to standing over your headstone.  It's just not right.

Happy Easter

Tomorrow is Easter, and what an exciting day it truly is. Many people are out buying wonderful treats for goodie baskets or special surprises for those cute little eggs. These things are truly exciting, and what joy it is to wake up in the morning, and find hidden treasures waiting for you on the kitchen table! It is so much fun to get caught up in the bright colors and cheery decorations that Easter has to offer. But, please do not let this holiday slip away without recognizing its true meaning.  It is a time of celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. The time when he overcame death and rose to live in heaven forever. And, because He has risen, we Christians have the hope of eternal life. Please take the time to read Matthew 27:11-66/28:1-20 by yourself, or even better with a loved one or as a family.

If you have any kids, grandkids, nieces or nephews- here's a fun idea you can do with them:

Jelly Bean Prayer

RED IS FOR THE BLOOD HE GAVE.GREEN IS FOR THE GRASS HE MADE. 

YELLOW IS FOR THE SUN SO BRIGHT. 
ORANGE IS FOR THE EDGE OF NIGHT. 
BLACK IS FOR THE SINS WE MADE. 
WHITE IS FOR THE GRACE HE GAVE. 
PURPLE IS FOR HIS HOUR OF SORROW. 
PINK IS FOR OUR NEW TOMORROW. 

A BAG FULL OF JELLY BEANS
COLORFUL AND SWEET, 
IS A PRAYER, IS A PROMISE,
IS A SPECIAL TREAT 
MAY THE JOY OF CHRIST'S RESURRECTION
FILL YOUR HEART AND BLESS YOUR LIFE.

Happy Easter Everyone!

A Potluck Goodbye

Today was Shawna's last day at Metropolitan National Bank. She has been with MNB for a little over 2 years, and she has been a blessing to this bank. Shawna always has a smile on her face and she has the ability to lift everyone else's spirits.  She's always positive and has a good attitude towards everything. She means the world to me and I hated saying goodbye.... it was hard.

The good news is that I will be working with her at Sassy's (a new BBQ place going, but it hasn't opened yet).  In honor of Miss Shawna, we had a Mexican potluck! It turned out really good! We had taco meat, chicken fajitas, rice, beans, cheese dip, seven layer dip, guacamole, salsa, cookies, cake and many more yummy foods! We also got her some beautiful roses, a picture frame and a giant poster frame with pictures and signatures.... it turned out really good! It was a fun day, but a sad day at the same time.

Bowl 4 Kids' Sake

Each year, for more than 40 years, Bowl For Kids’ Sake has supported Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies through out the country. This was my third year in a row to participate and help raise money for this program. It is a great way to reach out to our community and help others..... in a fun and exciting way.  This year, we raised over $6000.00! at our Bowl 4 Kids' Sake!

Happy Birthday Trey Bailey!

Happy 22nd Birthday to the most wonderful boyfriend in the world! I hope your day is full of cheer and sunshine & may all your dreams and wishes come true! You're the best & I look forward to celebrating many more GREAT Birthday's with you! Happy Day 2 you!

Finally..... FRIDAY!

Why is it that Friday's are so great? I mean really, why does one person look forward to one particular day so much? It's another day that consists of the same duties as Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Is it because we know the super short weekend follows this fantastic day called Friday? Well.....of course it is!!!!! I hope everyone has a Happy Friday & hopefully you are just as happy as I am about this marvelous day that will be here in exactly 1 hour and 22 minutes!  Again..... Happy Friday 2 u.   = )

Update

So- Good news! I wasn't 2 sore today after torturing myself yesterday (running.... or trying to run that is)! Overall, I felt very productive and "healthy" and almost talked myself into going for a another nice jog, but it didn't take long to talk myself out of that craZy idea.... Maybe tomorrow!