Firstly, I would like to start this post with a tiny Happy Birthday (late) to my daddy. I know that he wouldn't want me to get too mushy gushy (since he is getting enough of that every time my mom sees a man in an ARMY uniform). So I will just say I wouldn't be where I am today without you. You have pushed and pulled me every step of the way. You have listened to my panic attacks, crying episodes, anger outbreaks (the bad) and my blonde moments, my silly jokes, and my nonstop giggles. I cannot thank you enough for always being there for me. I love you daddy. You are such a blessing in my life. I hope you had a great birthday and I wish you all the best.
Now, our tests are FINALLY over and we get about a 2 day break before we either have to begin working on our documentation project, studying for our next systems exam, or practicing transfers and gait training for pass offs. But what better way to celebrate our tiny break from the books with a little girl bonding time with Chicken Salad, girl bonding, and Sarah Jessica Parker.
SJP never fails on chick flicks, and this one was no exception. The only downside to any of her movies is the fact that I always rethink my wardrobe and crave shopping (online or regular) because of her fabulous wardrobes. But regardless, I think we all had a great time. I am so glad that so many came out to eat and attended the movie. I hope they all enjoyed the company, the food, and the movie just as much as I did. And I am so excited for our next get together (pumpkin carving =))
The first round of tests have gone very well. I have been studying non stop, but luckily, Steven has been just as busy so hopefully I haven't tainted the name of "wife" for him quite yet. I do still make dinner... when he is actually at home (and when he doesn't insist on doing so himself). I am so glad that it is finally football season and that fall weather is on its way (it should already be here... thank you Mississippi). It always puts me in the best mood to be able to wear my sweaters, coats, and boots. And like Christina and I have already established, the best part about October means Halloween which means Thanksgiving which means CHRISTMAS!
PT school isn't all study study study. We still have our fun and I am having the best time. We have all gotten to know each other quite well, and despite the differences in football team preferences I know that we had developed some life long friendships and memories. God could not have planned this out more perfectly for me, for Steven and for our families.
Speaking of families, BABY ELLIOT is HERE!!!! He is 4 weeks old today and is just the sweetest little boy in the world. The fact that he is here has made mom's baby fever even hotter, but she can hold elliot until it is my turn. Christy and Jeremy have such a beautiful family. It makes me pretty excited to start my own... in a few years.
Dylan has officially joined the ARMY ROTC and the national guard. He will be shipping out for basic in January in Fort Benning, Georgia. I can tell he is super stoked. I am so proud of him and excited to see what his future holds. He has so much potential to accomplish some stellar things. He is already a hero, and we, as Americans, are lucky to have him fighting for us. He is smart, dedicated, and true to his word. He will be in the guard until he graduates college, and then he wants to go into Army special forces (I think that is the plan still). Next summer, after basic, he will be learning how to jump out of perfectly good airplanes and land without breaking something. That is a feat for him in itself considering the fact that he used to hate bun-jee jump harnesses and he should have ridden the go-carts. Once again, I am very proud of you, little brother. Can not wait to see what God has planned for your life. It is going to be amazing and I pray that you recognize and thank Him every day for all of the blessings he has given you.
Steven and work are going well. The first band competition for the 2011 MCHS marching band is this weekend at the Vanderbilt Invitational in Nashville, TN. I am rooting for those drummer boys. I hope they get recognized for all of their hard work and dedication. They are a completely different group from last year. I am proud, and I know Steven is proud and honored to be working with a group of kids that WANT to learn and are EAGER to be better musicians. And Steven lives to teach others to be better musicians. They are making his job fun! Good luck to the drumline and the rest of the band this weekend! I can't wait to see y'all next Saturday at Pearl.
As far as life in general, things are going pretty well. The apartment is a mess, we have hardly any room, and there is still no place for me to put my Christmas tree, but I couldn't be happier. I am awestruck by God's grace and blessings everyday. I only hope that I am letting him shine through me in all that I do and that I am giving Him the glory he deserves. That's about it. Stay Strong, Pray Hard, and God Bless
lross
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