Have you ever had to depend upon other people that can't seem to get things straight? I am always in that position. It seems as though my time is not a precious as theirs. It frustrates the heck out of me! Sorry, but I don't stay places until 11 or 12 at night to make copies. I don't work like that. It's not my job to do that. If you say you are going to have something at 12pm for me then you need to have it at that time, not four hours later when I am on a tight enough time schedule. Sheesh! If I tell someone I am going to have something for them at a certain time I try my darndest to make sure it is there and ready to go. I may not make it 100% of the time, but I would say at least 95% of the time I am on the ball. Maybe that's being a little too confident, but more often than not I have what I say I am going to have when I say I am going to have it. This happens every week where I am told I will have everything at a certain time and it doesn't get to me until three or four hours later. I would love to have everything copied to give my athletes who have nothing to do something to do so they won't be so bored and get into trouble. That's the norm around here, sitting, waiting for others to do their stuff so you can do yours.
The bright star in my day though was being able to go to the temple tonight with my mom and Leland. It was a beautiful night outside and, of course, inside the temple. Time does really fly by and the rest of the world goes away when you are in the temple. Everything that had happened throughout the day just disappeared. The troubles with admin, the stress from Wednesday Folders, the pettiness of people went away. It was so relaxing. I really didn't want to leave, but figured the building would be closing soon and it would be a good idea to get out while I still could.
Mom is here visiting for a few days and I am so grateful for that right now. Now, my fridge will be full! I seem to always run out of food and have an empty fridge when Mom comes to visit. Funny how that always happens. When Mom sees the fridge empty she fills it for me because she thinks I'm not eating and need to eat more. I think it's funny how things work out. Plus, she is diabetic and I never know what to get for her and when I ask her she doesn't tell me, so I leave it up to her to buy what she needs. I love Mom's visits! Moms make everything so much easier and loads seem lighter when they are around. I love my mom!
That's really it for now. Not too much is happening lately. Still freaking about stuff, but I think that's going to be a norm until after January. We shall see if the freaking out stops.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Reality is setting in and I am in panic mode. 75 days until the wedding and I am starting to freak out a little bit. There is so much to do and so little time to do it in. Leland keeps telling me that everything is going to be okay, but when I plan stuff I freak. Is everything really going to be okay? I have planned big things before that have gone straight down the drain (Thanksgiving 2007, but we won't talk about that, ever). Maybe I am freaking about nothing, but the invitations haven't even been approved and printed yet, the guest list incomplete, registering hasn't even started, etc, etc, etc. So total panic mode right now. There really isn't anything anyone can do to help either. I am now starting to feel the stress that just about every bride goes through. Not liking it too much.
On the other hand, the school's high school volleyball team won their first game in history! Finally! It's the breakthrough that was needed and it came at the perfect time. Right before a week of no games and hard core training. The middle school are so close to their first win, but just can't seem to get over that mountain. They are getting closer to the peak, but it's just out of reach right now. There are only two MS games left, so they gotta get going. High school has three or four weeks left so they have a little more time to get some more success under their belts and know what it feels like. Congrats to them on their hard work and perserverance, it has finally paid off!
On the other hand, the school's high school volleyball team won their first game in history! Finally! It's the breakthrough that was needed and it came at the perfect time. Right before a week of no games and hard core training. The middle school are so close to their first win, but just can't seem to get over that mountain. They are getting closer to the peak, but it's just out of reach right now. There are only two MS games left, so they gotta get going. High school has three or four weeks left so they have a little more time to get some more success under their belts and know what it feels like. Congrats to them on their hard work and perserverance, it has finally paid off!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
General Conference was this past weekend. Have I ever mentioned how much I love General Conference? It's such an uplifting weekend. Conference always seems to come at the perfect time. So what if it's always been the first weekend in April and October? It still comes at the perfect time. Messages about family, keeping the commandments, and testimonies of the restoration of the gospel, the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon, and our Savior Jesus Christ were wonderful to listen to and I know my testimony has grown a little from what was said. Some things I paid a little more attention to than I would have in the past. There were some things that I would usually not pay attention to just because I thought that at that time in my life they weren't all that important. Boy, am I wrong when it comes to that. Everything the leaders of the church talk about is important in my life. Even if I am not going through with what is being talked about, I will go through those things at some point my life and need to know what's up and what to do. The gentle guiding counsel of the leaders of the church remind me of how true The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints really is. I am so grateful for the gospel in my life and what it has taught me. I know that Thomas S. Monson is prophet called by God to lead and direct His people here on the earth. General Conference just ROCKS!
The whole weekend was great. Listening to conference and, as usual, falling asleep to some parts was the relaxation I needed to energize me for the week ahead. I also had the wonderful opportunity to actually talk (on the phone) with my future mother-in-law. She's funny, and oh so cute. I could hear the happiness and excitement in her voice. I won't be able to meet her in person until his whole family comes a few days before the wedding, but phone calls and facebook work too. It was a fantastic weekend and I look forward to many more weekends like that. I don't see any in my immediate future, but there will be more weekends like that, I know it! Time to get things ready for work, Peace out!
The whole weekend was great. Listening to conference and, as usual, falling asleep to some parts was the relaxation I needed to energize me for the week ahead. I also had the wonderful opportunity to actually talk (on the phone) with my future mother-in-law. She's funny, and oh so cute. I could hear the happiness and excitement in her voice. I won't be able to meet her in person until his whole family comes a few days before the wedding, but phone calls and facebook work too. It was a fantastic weekend and I look forward to many more weekends like that. I don't see any in my immediate future, but there will be more weekends like that, I know it! Time to get things ready for work, Peace out!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
It's Official!
I am now officially engaged! Everything happened last night and I was contemplating writing this last night, but I figured sleep was a little more important at that time. Here's the story:
One of my friends comes into town periodically and when she does we go to Alamo Cafe for dinner. Since I am so busy and never know when I am getting off work we went after Institute last night. Really late for me to eat, but I was starving so I didn't care. It's unusual that we let boys in on our girl's dinner, but Leland was allowed to come eat with us. We are eating and Leland says that tonight is a great night for a walk. This sent some flags up because I am the one that usually brings up the idea of going to La Cantera and walking around, so I was a little suspicious at this point. It's also a Wednesday night and we normally don't do anything on that night since it's Insitute and we are hanging out with friends afterwards. Anyway, we go for our walk around La Cantera and we head up the stairs of the new part and sit on a bench in the perfect location with the breeze going and complete peace. The music was on and we were just relaxing. A few kisses later, he reaches into his pocket gets on one knee and pops the question. I said, of course and we went back to the evening. He even had a photog there for the moments after. How neat is that? You usually don't have anyone there right after to get the expressions and stuff, so it was something that was unique and I loved it. So there's the story. Nothing flashy, nothing big, just simple and sweet. Just the way I like it.
Oh, the big day will be December 29, 2009. Yikes! That's only three months away. Whew!
One of my friends comes into town periodically and when she does we go to Alamo Cafe for dinner. Since I am so busy and never know when I am getting off work we went after Institute last night. Really late for me to eat, but I was starving so I didn't care. It's unusual that we let boys in on our girl's dinner, but Leland was allowed to come eat with us. We are eating and Leland says that tonight is a great night for a walk. This sent some flags up because I am the one that usually brings up the idea of going to La Cantera and walking around, so I was a little suspicious at this point. It's also a Wednesday night and we normally don't do anything on that night since it's Insitute and we are hanging out with friends afterwards. Anyway, we go for our walk around La Cantera and we head up the stairs of the new part and sit on a bench in the perfect location with the breeze going and complete peace. The music was on and we were just relaxing. A few kisses later, he reaches into his pocket gets on one knee and pops the question. I said, of course and we went back to the evening. He even had a photog there for the moments after. How neat is that? You usually don't have anyone there right after to get the expressions and stuff, so it was something that was unique and I loved it. So there's the story. Nothing flashy, nothing big, just simple and sweet. Just the way I like it.
Oh, the big day will be December 29, 2009. Yikes! That's only three months away. Whew!
Sunday, September 27, 2009
What a Great Day!
Yesterday was an amazing day! I finally went through the temple to receive my endowments. It's such a cool experience. There is really no way to describe it, besides awesomely amazing. The temple is absolutely beautiful. It's been a while since I have been in the SA Temple (the open house was the last time I was actually in the SA Temple) and I love the beauty of it all. The peace and comfort that surrounds you is truly a blessing and you know that you are in the Lord's house. Mom and Dad were able to be there, which made the day even better. It seems as though Dad has gotten over everything, almost. It was great to be able to sit and talk to him and know that he still loves me and is excited about the things going on in my life right now. Dad is definitely stressed, but I think being in the temple really helped him relax a little bit. Also, knowing that I am okay and happy with my decision helps him understand a little more as well. I was so stressed all week about Dad coming and what it was going to be like talking to him after not talking to him for almost three months. I made it out to be so much worse in my mind. It was great being with my parents in the temple and having them experience everything with me. Leland was also there, which made me feel more relaxed. I always feel so much better when I see him. My troubles, nerves and negativity seems to disappear when I see him. He is really the calm in my stormy life right now. No matter what happens in my day I know that I can turn to him and everything will be okay. Seeing him sitting next to my dad and watching my parents interact with him made me feel 100% comfortable with my decisions. Yesterday was the best day of life, well, so far. There is more joy and happiness to come and I can't wait for it!
Monday, September 21, 2009
I figure
while I have a few minutes break today I ought to write a little something. Things are crazy busy as usual. We had our first Volleyball game last Thursday. It was a great game! The first set the girls were a bit scared. The looks on their faces showed all their emotions. We lost the first set 25-15. The second set was amazing though. We were down by about ten and all of a sudden the comeback was on! There were some amazing plays that kept them in the game and we ended up winning the second set. The third set was a bit shaky. We were down and just as we started the comeback, one of our student fans started chanting S-S-T, S-S-T. . . which, of course, got into our servers head and messed everything up. I am so proud of the girls for giving it their all and doing the best they could with only five practices under their belts before the game. I only see them improving and doing better each game. They have the heart and willingness to do it, I think they will be fabulous!
On Tuesday night Leland and I went to the George Strait "For the love of kids and Harley's" charity auction and a good ole Texas Country concert. It was a blast! George Strait auctioned off his hat and boots to get more money for some items. He also auctioned off 4 front row tickets to any date of his concert series next year and backstage passes. That went for more than a one week stay in an exclusive Costa Rican House on the beach, everything included. I would rather take the house on the beach than a concert. Afterwards there was a little concert of some of the best Texas Country singers I have ever heard. It was a lot fun and the best part, it was all free for both of us. Leland had won tickets from a local radio station for the whole thing. It's nice having a man that wins things like that, because everyone knows I don't have that kind of luck.
The rest of the week is really a blur. I am so tired at the end of the day that I don't know what is going on from day to day unless it's really special and amazing. This week there are three volleyball games since middle school starts this week, a school dance, Mom and Dad coming to town, a parent picnic to set up for, and did I mention I will be going through the temple to receive my endowments on Saturday? Yeah, so it's another busy week ahead. No rest for the weary sounds about right right now. The old saying, "I will rest when I'm dead" seems true at this point in time. I love being busy and getting things done. It's tough and I complain, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I always tell myself that I will work to the day I die, like my Grandpa Smith. I have no regrets and everything I am doing is only to better me and help me improve, and that's the best thing about it.
On Tuesday night Leland and I went to the George Strait "For the love of kids and Harley's" charity auction and a good ole Texas Country concert. It was a blast! George Strait auctioned off his hat and boots to get more money for some items. He also auctioned off 4 front row tickets to any date of his concert series next year and backstage passes. That went for more than a one week stay in an exclusive Costa Rican House on the beach, everything included. I would rather take the house on the beach than a concert. Afterwards there was a little concert of some of the best Texas Country singers I have ever heard. It was a lot fun and the best part, it was all free for both of us. Leland had won tickets from a local radio station for the whole thing. It's nice having a man that wins things like that, because everyone knows I don't have that kind of luck.
The rest of the week is really a blur. I am so tired at the end of the day that I don't know what is going on from day to day unless it's really special and amazing. This week there are three volleyball games since middle school starts this week, a school dance, Mom and Dad coming to town, a parent picnic to set up for, and did I mention I will be going through the temple to receive my endowments on Saturday? Yeah, so it's another busy week ahead. No rest for the weary sounds about right right now. The old saying, "I will rest when I'm dead" seems true at this point in time. I love being busy and getting things done. It's tough and I complain, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I always tell myself that I will work to the day I die, like my Grandpa Smith. I have no regrets and everything I am doing is only to better me and help me improve, and that's the best thing about it.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
So Much to Say
It has been a really long time since I have been on here, but I have good reasons. We'll get to that later though.
Today Barack Obama addressed all kids and teachers in school. It was funny listening to his words. He said EXACTLY what I have been telling my students for the past three years and three weeks. If only the kiddos were really listening. You know Obama feels great about himself and what he said today, but it's nothing new. Every teacher has been saying that throughout the years. I hope some of my kiddos were listening, but with the bored faces and yawns that I saw, not a lot got through.
This school year is only in the third week and it's absolutely bonkers! I am at work 12-13 hours a day and it's draining. Not only am I teaching five to seven class periods a day (out of seven class periods) I am a "junior" administrator, school athletics coordinator/director, assistant volleyball coach, head girl's basketball coach, and head girl's soccer coach. It's been a whirlwind of events. The parts of my administratorship are all the things the other admins don't want to do or think they are too busy to do. Wednesday folder is a nightmare. I like to try to get things done early, but it's so hard when you have to depend upon other people. Grrrrr! Today I left my office at 7:30am to talk to admins and parents and other teachers. I went back to my office at 12:05pm to check e-mails and do a little business (lunch was non-existent and will be the rest of the year), then I was back out of my office until 5:oo pm when I sat down to work on Wed folder stuff. During that time a parent of a new volleyball player came in to talk to me. Once that parent left, another parent came in. Then it was off to the copier to print about 2000 copies and separate them into the classes. I think I left the school at about 7:00pm. That seems to be a normal day for me these days. Three weeks in and things still have not calmed down, nor do I think, they will. That's one reason and the biggest reason I haven't been keeping up with this thing.
A lot has happened in my personal life as well. It has really been a blessing to have started dating this wonderful man that I am now with. I always told myself I would never be that girl that missed a boy, or couldn't wait to see him, or be all cuddly and, well, you get it. I never thought that would be me, and lo and behold, it has happened. I have fallen in love with this man and can't see my life without him. He has become my best friend. I find myself thinking about him and hoping he is doing okay throughout the day. I mean, I am totally in love! His well-being has really become a priority in my life. When I see him or talk to him all my troubles seem to go away. I could probably go on, but I won't. Anyway, last night we were sitting on my couch talking and I took a leap of faith. So he has already told me that he can't see his life without me in it and all that jazz, but he said that three or four weeks ago. As we were sitting there I told him that even though it has taken me a while to get to this point that I can't see my life without him. So now it's not a matter of if, but when. Yes, that one word you are thinking of, marriage, is in the future. How near in the future, not quite sure, but it is in the future. It was funny talking to him and finding out that this past fast Sunday we were both fasting about the same thing and didn't even discuss it. How perfectly timed is that? I feel like I am the luckiest girl in the world right now. Could there be another person out there better suited for me that treats me like a true daughter of a loving Heavenly Father? Not in my book. Heavenly Father knows exactly when we need what we need the most. I am so grateful for this major blessing in my life. It couldn't have come at a better time, yet again proving how well my Heavenly Father knows me.
The surprising thing to me was when I told my mom all this she already knew. I feel like everyone else knew before I did. I called her and told her and she said, "I knew it". I then asked her the how and when questions. Her reply, "I was going to finish paying off my car, but decided to put the money into savings because the thought of a wedding came to mind." Yes, my wedding. When did Mom know? "I have known since January." What, that long?! I wasn't even dating anyone nor was there the thought of dating anyone. At that time I was looking for jobs in other cities and had even thought of other states. I mean, gosh Mom, what are you psychic or something? Mom was even a voice a reason about thinking about possible dates. When Leland and I were talking he pretty much left it up to me to pick a date and to me it's either December or March since that's when my school breaks are. Mom, the voice of reason reminded me about the receptions. Seeing that we both have tons of friends in SA, I have tons of friends and family friends in EP and he in UT we may have three receptions or open houses to do. It's crazy! I never really thought about that seriously. That's something to discuss. If we do have three to do then December is the logical choice, but if there is maybe only two then March is the better choice. My brain hurts from all this thinking! Maybe it's time for bed. That's another reason why it's been so long since I last wrote. Everything happens in the Lord's time, but man, everything seems to be happening at once. BUT, I am really happy and know that life is good.
Today Barack Obama addressed all kids and teachers in school. It was funny listening to his words. He said EXACTLY what I have been telling my students for the past three years and three weeks. If only the kiddos were really listening. You know Obama feels great about himself and what he said today, but it's nothing new. Every teacher has been saying that throughout the years. I hope some of my kiddos were listening, but with the bored faces and yawns that I saw, not a lot got through.
This school year is only in the third week and it's absolutely bonkers! I am at work 12-13 hours a day and it's draining. Not only am I teaching five to seven class periods a day (out of seven class periods) I am a "junior" administrator, school athletics coordinator/director, assistant volleyball coach, head girl's basketball coach, and head girl's soccer coach. It's been a whirlwind of events. The parts of my administratorship are all the things the other admins don't want to do or think they are too busy to do. Wednesday folder is a nightmare. I like to try to get things done early, but it's so hard when you have to depend upon other people. Grrrrr! Today I left my office at 7:30am to talk to admins and parents and other teachers. I went back to my office at 12:05pm to check e-mails and do a little business (lunch was non-existent and will be the rest of the year), then I was back out of my office until 5:oo pm when I sat down to work on Wed folder stuff. During that time a parent of a new volleyball player came in to talk to me. Once that parent left, another parent came in. Then it was off to the copier to print about 2000 copies and separate them into the classes. I think I left the school at about 7:00pm. That seems to be a normal day for me these days. Three weeks in and things still have not calmed down, nor do I think, they will. That's one reason and the biggest reason I haven't been keeping up with this thing.
A lot has happened in my personal life as well. It has really been a blessing to have started dating this wonderful man that I am now with. I always told myself I would never be that girl that missed a boy, or couldn't wait to see him, or be all cuddly and, well, you get it. I never thought that would be me, and lo and behold, it has happened. I have fallen in love with this man and can't see my life without him. He has become my best friend. I find myself thinking about him and hoping he is doing okay throughout the day. I mean, I am totally in love! His well-being has really become a priority in my life. When I see him or talk to him all my troubles seem to go away. I could probably go on, but I won't. Anyway, last night we were sitting on my couch talking and I took a leap of faith. So he has already told me that he can't see his life without me in it and all that jazz, but he said that three or four weeks ago. As we were sitting there I told him that even though it has taken me a while to get to this point that I can't see my life without him. So now it's not a matter of if, but when. Yes, that one word you are thinking of, marriage, is in the future. How near in the future, not quite sure, but it is in the future. It was funny talking to him and finding out that this past fast Sunday we were both fasting about the same thing and didn't even discuss it. How perfectly timed is that? I feel like I am the luckiest girl in the world right now. Could there be another person out there better suited for me that treats me like a true daughter of a loving Heavenly Father? Not in my book. Heavenly Father knows exactly when we need what we need the most. I am so grateful for this major blessing in my life. It couldn't have come at a better time, yet again proving how well my Heavenly Father knows me.
The surprising thing to me was when I told my mom all this she already knew. I feel like everyone else knew before I did. I called her and told her and she said, "I knew it". I then asked her the how and when questions. Her reply, "I was going to finish paying off my car, but decided to put the money into savings because the thought of a wedding came to mind." Yes, my wedding. When did Mom know? "I have known since January." What, that long?! I wasn't even dating anyone nor was there the thought of dating anyone. At that time I was looking for jobs in other cities and had even thought of other states. I mean, gosh Mom, what are you psychic or something? Mom was even a voice a reason about thinking about possible dates. When Leland and I were talking he pretty much left it up to me to pick a date and to me it's either December or March since that's when my school breaks are. Mom, the voice of reason reminded me about the receptions. Seeing that we both have tons of friends in SA, I have tons of friends and family friends in EP and he in UT we may have three receptions or open houses to do. It's crazy! I never really thought about that seriously. That's something to discuss. If we do have three to do then December is the logical choice, but if there is maybe only two then March is the better choice. My brain hurts from all this thinking! Maybe it's time for bed. That's another reason why it's been so long since I last wrote. Everything happens in the Lord's time, but man, everything seems to be happening at once. BUT, I am really happy and know that life is good.
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