Yes, my life is on crack...

Well, that's at least what my friend, Michelle, told me. SO, if you haven't heard...

Last Friday, I was offered a 6th grade math and science teaching position at Trinidad Middle School. I interviewed in the morning then offered the job and accepted it that afternoon. I began this last Tuesday. Students start Sept. 2. I have been in meetings most of the week and trying to set up my classroom. It's not where I would like it, but it will have to do. The school had registration yesterday and I was able to meet some of my new students. I have 7 classes - advisory (we knew it as homeroom), 2 advanced math classes, 2 science classes, and 2 math skills class (extra help).

That brings us to the next question...where are you living? Well, last week, Ryan and I looked at a "loft." Most of us would refer to it as an apartment, but loft sounds much more urban. LOL. We tried to find a suitable house, but we really liked the loft. It is brand new, wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and convenient for all of us. It's in downtown Trinidad. I have the lofty goal to walk to Safeway at least once. By the way, the Safeway has the Starbucks. The loft is beautiful! We signed the lease on Wednesday and got the keys today. We are in the Springs tonight, pack tomorrow, I am going to Wendy's shower tomorrow afternoon, and then we are heading to Trinidad. Oh, yah, we also have to get Ryanna's flower girl shoes. Ryan got a trailer so we are going to load up my beds, clothes, and some other school stuff. TV viewing will be on the floor until we get the furniture. I loved staying with his grandparents, but it will be nice to be in my own place.

52 Days and Counting...

Well, the invitations have been ordered...awaiting for the email saying they have been shipped. I have been working on labels a little too much today. I am perfectionist! Ryan is finishing his list this week. Hopefully, we'll have the invitations by early next week so they can be out by the end of next week.

2 of the 3 bridesmaids have their dresses. The jr bridesmaid has been on vacation. I found one for Ryanna, which, of course, was on clearance and the David's Bridal here didn't have it. Once again, God provided it and less than I expected it, even with shipping. I ordered it and it now waits at my parent's house.

Flowers are ordered. Gerbera daisies in bright red, bright yellow, and bright orange. Amy Watson & I are thinking about how to decorate Leonard Hall...

The cake, well, is still in the wait-and-see category. Trying some more samples next week. Icing is the deal maker or breaker.

We are meeting with Rich on Friday to discuss the ceremony. We meet with Mark & Tricia for pre-marital counseling on Saturday.

Looking for tie/vest options too this weekend.

We are registered at Bed, Bath, and Beyond & Walmart.

I am not sure when I am moving. I have applied for 2 different teaching positions in Trinidad. Haven't heard anything yet. We looked at houses down there last weekend. Still looking though. We are waiting for some other things to fall into place...

US Senior Open

Ryan, my dad, 2 nephews (Joshua & Jacob), and I went to the US Senior Open on Saturday and Sunday. Even though we baked (no sunburns though!), we had a great time. Jacob, being the brave 10 year old, got many of the golfers autographs, including the hard to get Greg Norman's. Here are the pictures that we had taken at the Lexus tent.