Sunday, January 25, 2009
Ah, the sweet smell of freedom!
Yesterday was the district wrestling tournament. Which means, I can have my life back! It has been an interesting 4 months since I volunteered myself for the job of wrestling adviser. I don't remember the last time I left work before dark, I don't know that I remember what weekends are, I've spent my afternoons with sweaty stinky teenage boys, I feel like I have neglected the creative side of teaching because wrestling has taken up so much of my time. I'm excited to be able to go home before 6, sleep in past 5am on Saturdays, actually go out on Friday nights and finish the rest of my 1st year with a bang.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
PSF: Runnin' Utes
Hosted by Cecily and MamaGeek
There has never been a better time to be a UTE! The Utes kicked some Alabama ASS at the Sugar Bowl. And we all know that we should be #1... but I guess this year we will have to settle for #2 since the BCS are all a bunch of sissy boys just picking favorites.... (ok, I'll get off that soap box... )
Friday there was a parade and rally held in honor of the Runnin' Utes football team in downtown Salt Lake City. It was a lot of fun to be able to go and support my alma mater! Go UTES!!!! These are just a few of the shots I was able to get as Debbie and I were front and center for the rally! So much fun!!!!
Coach Whittingham addressing the crowd
The team
Jim Matheson showing some UTAH pride!
Brian Johnson... Great QB and not too bad to look at either!
Our mascot: Swoop
Sunday, January 4, 2009
A New Beginning
It's that time of year again. Time to make resolutions to be healthier, less stressed, more or less of something or other- most of which are forgotten within the first few months of the year. Of course there are plenty of things I want to accomplish this coming year like exercise more, swear a little less, take more pictures, make a budget and stick to it, develop more hobbies and pursue my interests in education and history... I'm sure the list could go on and on. I have decided that this year my resolution needs to be short and simple. There are really only 2 things on my list.
1) Be happy. This is kind of a big one but I have discovered over the past 29 years that life is only worth living if you can be yourself and be happy being just that. The last few years I have been happier than ever before because I finally figured that out. So, this year I want to continue living my life and being happy being me. Learning, laughing, loving and living.
2) Set weekly goals. Instead of making big goals that will soon be forgotten, I am going to set a few small goals that can be accomplished in a week or two. I really like this idea because it will give me a chance to accomplish more of the things that I want to accomplish in my life.
I'm excited for what 2009 has to offer. The experiences and challenges that will inevitably come.
1) Be happy. This is kind of a big one but I have discovered over the past 29 years that life is only worth living if you can be yourself and be happy being just that. The last few years I have been happier than ever before because I finally figured that out. So, this year I want to continue living my life and being happy being me. Learning, laughing, loving and living.
2) Set weekly goals. Instead of making big goals that will soon be forgotten, I am going to set a few small goals that can be accomplished in a week or two. I really like this idea because it will give me a chance to accomplish more of the things that I want to accomplish in my life.
I'm excited for what 2009 has to offer. The experiences and challenges that will inevitably come.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Recapping 2008
2008 has come and gone and I figured what better way to say farewell to one crazy year than to recap the events of the year.
January was a month full of new experiences as I started my student teaching experience. There were many days when I didn't think I would make it through but I did and I learned more than I could have ever hoped to learn in that short amount of time. For the first three months of the year, my life was pretty much consumed by school and student teaching. I finished student teaching in March and to celebrate I took a trip to Indianapolis to visit Ramon.
May was probably one of the most exciting months this year. I graduated from college. Finally realizing my lifelong dream. What an exciting time! I also welcomed a new nephew into the family. Kyson is adorable as ever!
After months of writing resumes, filling out job applications, and interviews, I finally was offered a teaching job the end of June. A job I feel VERY blessed to have.
The summer months were filled with camping trips to the Uintahs and Capitol Reef- both GORGEOUS places, working at the hospital, and preparing for school to start.
I started my teaching job in August. It has been a really fun experience- stressful, time consuming... but I LOVE it.
In October I also became the Wrestling adviser which has been an experience in and of itself. It is fun seeing these guys work so hard for something the want and enjoy doing.
November was filled with work, Thanksgiving break, and spending time with family and friends. December was much of the same. I do have to say that some of the perks of being a teacher have been quite nice- like the 2 weeks that I have enjoyed being off! I have enjoyed having a few days that I was able to spend with friends and family over the break. December was also filled with some sadness- Grama Kent passed away this last Sunday. It is always hard losing someone you love but knowing that she is with my Grampa again makes it better.
Now it's on to a new year, a new beginning. I'm excited for the challenges and experiences that are bound to present themselves in the coming months. I love you all and wish you the very best in the coming year!!
January was a month full of new experiences as I started my student teaching experience. There were many days when I didn't think I would make it through but I did and I learned more than I could have ever hoped to learn in that short amount of time. For the first three months of the year, my life was pretty much consumed by school and student teaching. I finished student teaching in March and to celebrate I took a trip to Indianapolis to visit Ramon.
May was probably one of the most exciting months this year. I graduated from college. Finally realizing my lifelong dream. What an exciting time! I also welcomed a new nephew into the family. Kyson is adorable as ever!
After months of writing resumes, filling out job applications, and interviews, I finally was offered a teaching job the end of June. A job I feel VERY blessed to have.
The summer months were filled with camping trips to the Uintahs and Capitol Reef- both GORGEOUS places, working at the hospital, and preparing for school to start.
I started my teaching job in August. It has been a really fun experience- stressful, time consuming... but I LOVE it.
In October I also became the Wrestling adviser which has been an experience in and of itself. It is fun seeing these guys work so hard for something the want and enjoy doing.
November was filled with work, Thanksgiving break, and spending time with family and friends. December was much of the same. I do have to say that some of the perks of being a teacher have been quite nice- like the 2 weeks that I have enjoyed being off! I have enjoyed having a few days that I was able to spend with friends and family over the break. December was also filled with some sadness- Grama Kent passed away this last Sunday. It is always hard losing someone you love but knowing that she is with my Grampa again makes it better.
Now it's on to a new year, a new beginning. I'm excited for the challenges and experiences that are bound to present themselves in the coming months. I love you all and wish you the very best in the coming year!!
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