Christmas 2011

Christmas this year was great! Here are some of the photos I took. Can't wait for next year!

fall semester

Fall semester is coming to an end, I only have 2 weeks left of class, it's hard to believe! Time really does fly. It's been a great semester. I have really enjoyed all my classes, especially my geography and educational issues classes. I have also gotten along well in my new job at PetSmart, which I started in August. At PetSmart I have learned a lot about different types of foods and brands and I've met a lot of crazy people. We had one customer that had 79 cats! Crazy! Roy has been improving his running a lot and he hopes to get a running scholarship in the future. A week ago we went to an Atlanta Track Club race at stone mountain and it was very cold, but Roy did well, he got second place in his age group. Today GSU had Bill Nye come speak in the student center. It was packed and his speech was very long. I was disappointed in the end because I really wanted to get a picture with him or an autograph. which the fliers advertised would happen, but too many people turned up. We were so packed that some people had to be kicked out because of the room capacity. Anyway, I hope to see you all for the holidays, but I'm still waiting to see my schedule. I posted a picture of me about to go to work, the race, Bill Nye and the tree in our front yard because the leaves fell in a perfect circle.

My Golden Birthday!

Hello there,

Today is my 3rd birthday, which just so happens to be my golden birthday. What a BIG girl I am!

I wear big girl underwear and have been for the past 5 months now. I'm tall enough that I don't need blocks to reach the pedals on my tricycle. I started preschool last week and think it's the greatest! My teacher, Mrs Boyce, is very impressed with my skills because I have already learned my letters, numbers and colors. I go 2 days a week, 8am -1pm and even eat hot lunch in the cafeteria with the big kids. The crown I'm wearing I got to wear at school all day on Thursday. In honor of my birthday, I was the helper for the day. I also brought cupcakes for all my friends. Yummy!

I'm enjoying all my toys, books, bikes and swing set. I really, really like talking on the phone and watching Bubble Guppies...

Birthday Palooza

Here are a few moments from our spectacular celebration. What a fun time!

Happy Birthday to ME!!!

It's official...today marks the 365th day I've been outside the womb. What a year it's been!

I'm walking all over the place but not without assistance and I'm the fastest crawler there ever was.

My vocabulary consists of lots of screaming and funny noises, and I really do say "daddy" and "ball".

I now have 6 teeth! I'm mostly eating big people food and am enjoying feeding myself cheerios. I've completely mastered the "sucking" concept of my sippy cup, but find it necessary to let the liquid run out of my mouth. What!?! Who says I have to swallow it all...all of the time...

My favorite activities include climbing on the fireplace hearth and standing to look at my reflection in the doors while banging on them and playing with the computer keyboard and mouse. (hee hee) When I'm not so naughty, I spend my time playing with my toys. I especially like things with wheels. I've also taken a fond interest in my kitty cat Chloe, but admit the feeling is not yet mutual.

Back to School!

Hello all,

Sorry I was unable to make it to the Munch, as most of you know, I have been working at Splashtown water park this summer as a lifeguard, and the technology liaison for summer school, so I've been rather busy.

Well believe it or not two years ago I ventured down to Houston, TX to start my teaching career!! I can't believe how quickly the time has flown and that I'll be a third year teacher this fall!! I am very excited as I have several new challenges ahead of me this fall. My class load changes a little and I will be teaching Algebra I this year along with pre-Algebra. Outside of the classroom I will be the assistant coach for our 7th grade football team, responsible for all instructional technology, and driving a school whenever possible!!

I hope everyone has had a great summer and I look forward to seeing you guys around Christmas!! My parents are headed down to Texas around August the 12th and I'll be sure to post some pictures of their visit.

Take care!

Scott

These days I'm cruising the furniture and am walking with the help of my dump truck that is supposed to help me walk. (I think it's working.) I'm even pretty good at climbing the stairs.

I know my name but don't necessarily stop doing things when asked. I usually just turn and look at whomever is speaking to me and smile.

I'm still an awesome sleeper sleeping about 11 hours/night and take a 2-3 hour nap in the afternoon.

I'm experiencing more and more big people food and think most of it is quite tasty. It's getting easier to chew too since now I have 4 teeth! I'm also doing very well feeding myself. My sippy and I are still working on our relationship, but Mommy sees our potential.

We've been doing a lot of playing outside and now I'm no longer afraid to crawl in the grass. My favorite pass times are swinging and going in the sprinkler pool.