My Classroom-Before Photos

I began working in my classroom yesterday, and as you can see, I have a LONG way to go! The photos tell it all...my room is pretty chaotic right now, but not for long! With the help of Jason, Mom, my cousin Leigh and my Aunt Jane (this really is a family event!) I will have my room ready soon. Although I have a LOT of materials, I am so thankful I teach in a school district where I have everything I could possibly need or want. Check back for "after" photos!

Fourth of July Weekend

For the eighth year, we spent Fourth of July at Darden Lake. We enjoyed visiting with family and friends, eating tons of great food and relaxing on the water. The fireworks on Friday night were beautiful, but my photos didn't do them justice, so I didn't include those. We had a great time Saturday night at the Rogers' cabin where we had Atkins Trout's going away party (he leaves at the end of the month to teach English in Japan for a year.) As you can see from the photos, Jason had a great time wakeboarding, the kiddos loved the sparklers and little Walker was very sweet! It was a happy Fourth!

New Blog Look

I am excited to have a new and fresh blog look! I discovered a great website, www.leeloublogs.blogspot.com, that has really cute blog designs to choose from! And the best part is they are so easy to incorporate and are FREE! I have a link to the site on our sidebar-check it out! I hope everyone has a safe and Happy Fourth of July...check back after the holiday for a posting of the weekend's events!

Baby Shower

Last Thursday, we had a surprise baby shower at Harvey's for Elizabeth Russell and Lewis, who is on his way next week! I helped Eliabeth's sister-in-law, my dear friend Jennie Bradford (who managed to flawlessly pull off the surprise) create a diaper cake the night before the shower. Now, I don't know if any of you out there have made a diaper cake before, but ours was somewhat of a pain! This was our first attempt, and I think it turned out cute, although I don't know if we will ever make another one or not! After gathering decoratve stuff at Hobby Lobby, two trips to Kroger, and one to Walgreens, the diaper cake was finally completed! Elizabeth was really surprised, and it was a fun night to celebrate her and Lewis' arrival!

It's Official!

Today I mailed my Educator Licensure packet to the Mississippi State Department of Education! This has been a day I have waited for for three years, and I am so happy it finally came!