Ouch...

So I played softball yesterday. Sounds like fun, huh? Yeah, that's what I thought! Softball was lots of fun 10 years ago, when I played almost every day. I anticipated being sore, but I'm sore in places I didn't know could be sore. Like around my rib cage (27 is a fine age to finally get the hang of batting!) Goodness! Oh well, I was able to get out of bed this morning, so I really can't complain.

I am anticipating my upcoming "Girls Trip" with my friends. We are headed South this year and I can't wait for a week of laying out, drinking, and having a good time. It is my favorite time of year (next to the Christmas season, of course.) 6 days and counting.....

I suppose that's all for now. Hope everyone has a great week and weekend!

FINALLY!

So I can finally post that my dearest friend, Katie (though she hates that name), is going to have a baby! I've been waiting for about a month until she let everyone else know (I love having secrets!) We've been waiting and stressing for a long time, and her dream has finally come true. I couldn't be happier for her! Katie has been my saving grace for a long time, and it was hard to know how much she hurt. I'm amazed at her strength and perseverance. She and her husband are those people you know God put in your path for a reason. We've taken a long journey together, and a new one is just beginning. So, with lots of love and all the best wishes I can give, here is my post to you! I can't wait to meet you Baby Kono!

What's in a name?

So I feel like I should explain the title of my blog. This "quote", if you will, is something I found a few years ago in a crafters magazine. All the other quotes were so meaningful or cutsie, and here comes this quote, barreling in like a freight train. Of course, this type of quote is right up my alley, so I've used it quite frequently. I work with lots of teens, and sometimes I feel like I'm in high-school hell! I didn't deal well with whiny, crabby, gossipy kids when I was in school, and now I work with them...arrgh! When I hear whining, I bust out the quote, and by now all the kids know that means I don't want to hear it. It was a much bigger hit than my "Excuses are like a**holes, everyone's got one," though that one still holds a special place in my heart. What I've found most amazing is that I find myself saying things that my parents said to me, things I swore I'd never say...damn them! Oh well. I really can't complain; I love my job, and I'm able to do lots of things that interest me. I listen to other peoples' occupational horror stories and realize how blessed I am. I work for great people who genuinly care about their staff, which is not something everyone can say. So blessed!

My First Blog!

I guess, first of all, I would like to thank Kate. She's the one who encouraged me to start blogging. {I think it's just because she wants me to vent to someone else ;). } I figured I'd start out with a fairly simple blog. I just returned from a vacation to Wisconsin (I know, I know,...yes, again!) Wisconsin is my home away from home, and I have some great friends there. I spent a lot of time with my "niece and nephew," a.k.a my friend Shannon's kids. We had lots of fun together! I went to Shannon's parent's house for a few days, and her in-law's house for a couple more days. What gracious hosts! I'm so blessed to know such great people. The only stop I didn't get to make was to Stevens Point, but hopefully I'll make it up there this fall (hope you're feeling better, Collin!) I also, unexpectedly, got to spend some time with my little buddies, C. and J. They are always a sure bet for some excitement! Overall, it was a great vacation. I got lots of sun and relaxation, both of which I desperately needed. I guess that's it for now. For all who stop by, I hope you enjoyed it. Come back soon!