Wedding Videographers

Today is Friday.  I can't tell you how thrilled I am that it is Friday.  I wanted to try to contact my new principal today but after I found out she wasn't on campus I began looking on our schools website. I was ecstatic to find out many of the teachers I will be teaching with went to TEXAS A&M!! How exciting is that!!  I truely miss that school and am thrilled about sharing my experiences with my collegues.

Well...I started looking on a few websites to find one in particular aggie that looked familar.  Of course she was one of my good college friends girl friend.  Troy and I had classes together everyday for 2 years.  I knew of his girlfriend and met her a time or two,however we never hung out.  The two have split their ways over the last 3 years and have found someone else. They are now both truely happy and I'm grateful for that.  His ex whom I will be teaching with, had a wedding video on her website that I watched during my 6th period class (dont tell).  I didn't get to listen to it, so when I got home today I wanted to get the full experience.  This clip was amazing.  I quickly clicked on the link after the short video to find a WONDERFUL videographer.  Her work is amazing. I've spent over an hour watching her videos in aww. I've cried, I've laughed and reminised over her work.  It is truely amazing.  The funny thing is I DON'T KNOW ANY OF THESE PEOPLE!! I even made Kevin watch..haha!

If you get some time check out this link. http://vimeo.com/vanessamckellar
If you have lots of time look for the story of Erika and Phil.  Watch the invitation one first and then the LONG but AMAZING video of their special day.  What a blessing to have. 

Daycare

Who knew daycare could cost so much, make me stress, or ask if I'd like to be put on a waiting list?


After accepting my new job-Kevin and I started to think of where we'd put Tristin. I want him to be in a place with loving teachers and kids he can grow with, all while being safe and home-like.

Who would have thought Kevin and I would disagree on this topic? Kevin" Why can't we just put him anywhere?" Me"I'm not going to put him in a daycare that Jo Blow goes to who gives him lice, or where his playground is the hwyway." (really a place Kevin was considering)

So I sent Kevin who took our neighbor on a daycare hunt.
First Stop Primrose....

The boys were greeted with a smile and energetic director eager to sell their program and daycare. The boys stayed 45 min. They saw every room and learned about the academic program they use. By the time they are in Kindergarten they are all reading on a 2nd grade reading level. This daycare is more of a school than play time. I loved everything Kevin had to tell me about it. After he visited this daycare he was sold and understood why we couldn't just put Tristin anywhere. I was excited and asked for the price. He gave me a smirk and softly uttered one thousand fifty dollars. DID YOU READ THAT???? $1,050!!!!! I nearly fell off of our kitchen stool.

I then asked about the next school they visited.
The Children’s Courtyard

This was the second stop. The stop the boys felt awkward at and glad to have a non energetic guide. They spent about 5 minutes at the daycare. They took a short walk to the infant room aka kennel (beds were stacked on top of each other). They were then asked how old THEIR son was.....HAHAHAHA!! They looked at one another and said...O NO!!! They did get the price and when he told me this one...I really did have to stand up...1,070!!! WHO PAYS THIS MUCH? Who can afford this?

I become really worried we weren't going to be able to afford daycare. Kevin and I are looking to save up this year to prepare for a new car payment in the future. It didn't seem like this was going to even be a thought.
Well, today I went to sign my papers at AISD. I asked about daycare at AISD schools and received a few numbers. AISD used to have daycare just for their employees. They have now opened it up for the community-but space is VERY limited. I was wary about putting him in a school that I hadn't checked out or that might not be as loving. I took the plunge and called the elementary that will be a mile down the road from me, that is also in a VERY VERY nice neighborhood. The director answered my phone call in a happy, bouncy, and energetic voice. I explained that I would be new to AISD and she replied with "we have one spot open in the infant room". I very quickly asked what I needed to do to take this spot. She very kindly said she'd put me down for the last vacancy if I'd come by within the next few days to officially reserve the spot.
I was nervous since I haven't seen the school, but have heard it’s wonderful. The director sounded wonderful and well-I feel on top of the world now. What is even better...it cost 680!!!!! I LOVE IT ALREADY!! HAHAHA!! He will be in a class of 6 boys and 1 girl. We will get to go visit it tomorrow afternoon, and sign him up. I'm so excited. YEA Kiker Elementary for having such a wonderful, welcoming, affordable daycare.

New Job

So my prayers have been answered. I recieved the call last Thursday that I had a job. They were excited about becoming apart of their team. I'm thrilled to be apart of such a wonderful school.

Gorzychi (said.GOR-RISKY) Middle School opened its doors in 2009.  They have a wonderful school, filled with wonderful teachers, and students. 

I went and signed my papers today to make it official.  It was a great feeling to feel wanted and excepted.  I honestly can't wait to start my new journey. I just hope they let me (AKA Kevin) move my boxes over soon!

GO TIGERS!!!

6 Months

I can't believe 6 months have flown by! Tristin you are still such a blessing to your father and I.  We love you very much.  You hated your shots today-but got to stay home with Mommy!!  I tried to help you forget about them. 

At 6 months

~You have 2 teeth
~You are starting to push up with your arms and tuck in your knees-and you rock to a belly flop
~You can pull up on our fingers-the doctor was uber impressed that you were doing this, and made sure we put your bed on the lowest setting.(which we did tonight)
~You are squealing-LOUD
~You see your mommy and whine and reach out
~You LOVE your outdoor swing
~You can offically start eating yogurt (even though I've been giving you small bites here and there)
~You still LOVE food
~You are sleeping a little bit better-but your teeth hurt so thats been given you problems
~You are still on breathing treatments-but you sound MUCH better
~You are wearing 9-12 month clothes
~You like watching Mommy type on the computer and try to copy her...
~You LOVE to play!! 

Here are a few Easter pictures.....

Easter

What a wonderful holiday to celebrate! I'm so glad I got to spend it with family, and Tristin got to see his cousins. They are hilarious,and Trisin just loves watching them.  We sang-Denver, Averi and Maddie ALL love Taylor Swift so she was the artist of choice to sing..."She wears short skirts I wear (teachers-Maddie) T-shirts she's cheer captin and,,,"  They can sing the ENTIRE song!!  We laughed-Maddie is always quick to tell someone No or that its not right, while Averi is always mothering, and trying to get Maddie to see the right way-or the right in something-its tooo funny!!


The Easter Bunny made a stop by my moms house on Saturday and the kids enjoyed their hunt. Enjoy some photos...

We have Teeth

Wed. the 31st of March, we woke up to a pretty cheerful boy. The day before was rough and he was upset while at daycare. They called a little before noon on Wednesday asking if they could give him any orajel, and I agreed. I went on my lunch break to visit my lil guy, to find him tearful.  He was so sad, but so very glad to see his mommy.  I held him and rocked him-and nursed him to sleep.  When I picked him up that afternoon I no longer had my precious gummed boy, but a lil boy who was growing up-with a tooth!! I was nervous about it, but its cute.  Everything about him is cute-so why wouldn't this be?

This past Sat. as I was trying to show off our tooth spurt, we noticed the next tooth.  :)  How much fun food will soon be!!!