What a Week + Awesome News

There are many reasons I smiled this week.

Just like this owl, I am a very happy camper ...and have a lot to be thankful for!

plus, I absolutely LOVE owls. extra smile.

Reason #1

I had two interviews scheduled for a potential job.

I was just excited to get interviews at a time where finding a job is incredibly difficult

Reason #2

A kiddo made me laugh. A lot. Here's the story...

There is boy I work with that has very poor fine motor skills. He cannot write
(it is not legible whatsoever, so he is required to type all of his assignments)
Well, I was looking through his health homework about "morals" and I noticed it has scribbles (his writing) for every answer and a 100% plastered on the front. I said "Bobby (obviously not his name) why did we write our assignment? Obviously your teacher can't read this buddy." I then proceed to ask him what his answers say, as I am just a tad curious...

The first question said "You didn't study for your test. The teacher  has you sit next to the smartest kid in class. What do you do?" 

His response (literally, verbatim and 100% serious) was: I would make sure the teacher wasn't looking and then copy his answers.

I stare at him in utter disbelief and immediately respond, "Bobby!" "You can't do that, that's called cheating!"

He then looks at me, with a weird look on his face and responds...

"I would make sure the teacher is not looking first... DUH!"

too funny. I have to give him props for his mad honesty. 

needless to say, we had to have a "talk".

...after I finished laughing

:)

Reason #3

VitaTops in morning. 

Absolutely delicious and fairly healthy!

Reason #4

Fish frys with friends :) 

It's never a dull Friday when a fish fry is added in the day!

Reason #5

My interview on Wednesday!

...it went well I thought

Reason #6

*last but certainly NOT least*

The missed call I received on my phone around 8:30am...

The email message I received around 8:35am....

The note from my school office brought down to me around 8:45am...

...all saying to contact the principal I interviewed with the day before :)

I GOT THE JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I will officially be a second grade teacher this August.

Grad school begins THIS May and I will receive my masters in 14 months.

FOR FREE :) 

just an added bonus

It will be a lot of work.

First year teacher+Full time grad student= no life

But I'm ready for the ride. To tackle this exciting new start. 

To spend all summer taking classes and getting my classroom ready.

I think this week was definitely worth a BIG SMILE.

:)

So excited.

xoxo

A Day to Give Thanks

Happy Thanksgiving

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As with every Thanksgiving, there is always something to look back upon and be thankful for. 

This year has been special for many different reasons...

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Fist, I am ever so grateful for all the friendships I have made via the blogging world.

I never imagined that I would meet such down to earth and inspirational people.

Connecting to others all around the world and sharing our experiences with others is a wonderful way to grow as a person and educate yourself about the many of things you may not have known before.

I just wanted to say thank you to all my readers and friends.

You all have had such an impact on my life (big or small) whether you know it or not!

THANK YOU for sharing your thoughts and words with me.

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I am so thankful that God has finally blessed me with caring, and understanding doctors. 

When it comes to doctors, I have had quite the roller coaster ride.

Finally - I have one doctor that really, truly, understands Dysautonomia and everything that it entails. He doesn't think twice about referring me to specialists and collaborating with them to give me the best health care he can. 

What more could I ask for?

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My family.

Family is the rock of my foundation and what keeps me positive through all the hardships.

The constant encouragement and support that I am given through certain people is outstanding.

Through the good, the bad, and the ugly, we are there for each other. 

It is crucial to have that support system in your life and I couldn't be more thankful that I have such a loving, supportive family.

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My man.

 With just one look, he can tell if I'm having a good day or a bad day. 

I think finally after seven years, he just really gets it.

It's amazing how with one look at me, he can read my mind :)

I can't tell you how amazing this man is - The things he puts up with is out real...

'Cause let me tell you -

I am one hell of a stubborn woman

;)

love you hunny.

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...and just to be blessed with amazing opportunities in my life.

I have food to eat, a roof over my head, clothes to keep me warm, and people that love me.

At the end of the day...

that's really all you need.

♥

I wish everyone a blessed and happy thanksgiving 

xoxo

Thankul Sunday

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{1}

I must give a huge thank you to Reni over at In Her Shoes for the lovely makeup collection. 

She hosted an amazing giveaway that I just happened to win. 

It came at the best time (I was SO busy and stressed with school). 

I am so sorry for this delayed, but sincere "thank you!"  

P.S. My favorite item is the Nyx lip stick ...it is a-ma-zing.

In love. 

[I was so excited]

{2}

I passed my assessment presentation! 

Not only did I pass, but I received a perfect score :)

(I don't mean to gloat, I'm just pretty stoked!)

A big thank you to: 

My friends for encouraging me, giving me advice, and support

&

My mom who had to hear ALL about the stressful times :/

...and for buying me a fabulous outfit!

{3}

I received encouraging news from my autonomic specialist :)

I will post more about this topic later! 

SO much to update about.

I will be starting b12 injections soon.

nay: for the super painful muscle injections

yay: for hopefully gaining energy! 

{4}

 I was able to go out last night and enjoy myself for awhile! 
If your new to my blog, I have some health conditions which typically make it difficult to feel well enough to have a night out with friends or let alone...do anything.
Last night I was able to stay out until MIDNIGHT! 
Whooooooo!
I slept until 1:00pm today and am pretty exhausted, but it was well worth it!
Heck.Yes.
:) 

 {5}

My cousin (who lives in London) is coming for Christmas! 
Yes, I do have favorites in my family & as far as cousins go, she is my fav :) 
I do not get to see her all too often and when I do, it makes the holidays even better!
 




What were YOU thankful for this week?

xoxo.

Birthday "Open House" Party

Today was my dear ol' Gram's 90th Birthday "Open House" Party : )

Holy balls, does she have enough friends? Our entire family wasn't even there (and our family is pretty small!) and about 75 people showed up to wish her a Happy Birthday! Well, you know when you have an open house, people usually come, grab some food & leave...ha. These old people did just the opposite. They came, plopped down and stayed awhile. And boy I mean AWHILE. At one point, there was absolutely no where to sit and when you turned around, you were in someone's way. 

It was so nice to see just how loved my Grandmother really is. She has so many people that care about her and I can only wish that when I grow to be her age, that I too can feel just as loved and appreciated by my peers. 

The top was some strawberry wedding cake (said to be delicious by those who consumed it!)

The cupcakes are supposed to look the "organ keys" because she goes to organ class twice a week with her girls! : )

 Happy 90th Birthday Gram. I love you ♥

What a good night for family and friends : ) 

Something to definitely be thankful for

xoxo

-erinj0