Ummm...it's been a while....sorry. So, I am back from CKU and it was great. I love teaching photography. I really do. I love the students, the staff and the teachers. I'm so glad that I have gotten to know them all better this year. We have really bonded and that has been super fun! I'm really grateful to have the opportunity to teach the students at CKU how to better document their lives and loved ones in camera. I had really great students!
As for the rest of the week...well, I've been really down. I'm not sure what it is. I know a part of it is missing Mark ( are you sick of hearing that yet? sorry!) A part of it is the whole working single parent thing, I don't know how anyone does this without help from family. My parents and sister-in-law have been great and I still struggle. I have gained so much respect for all of you Mom's out there who are doing this on your own! You are amazing.
Anyway, as I was saying for whatever reason I have been really sad this week so today instead of wallowing in it I've decided to take a note from Maria aka Julie Andrews ala The Sound Of Music. Remember this line from the movie?
"When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad"
Totally cheesy I know but I'm going to try that today. So here are a few of my recent favorites. If you are in a funk maybe this will help you too!
1. It's been rainy and stormy lately which I love. Especially because I get to wear these:
Oh yes, they are black and white polka dot wellies. I'm quite sure I look like a total dork in them but they make me smile so it's okay.
2. Listening to the Becoming Jane Soundtrack. I love it. Such pretty music, perfect for fall.
3. Going to Big Shot Karaoke. It's at Comedy Sports in down town Provo on Thursday nights. Karaoke isn't really my thing, it's more of a enjoyment for Mark. But Sarah and Chloe convinced me to go last night and I'm so glad that I got out and did something. And you know what? It was actually really fun. I recommend it if you need a good laugh. You don't have to sing you can just enjoy the craziness.
4. My families' dog. His name is Hobbes and he is the most loyal, sweet thing in the world. He is so great with my kids and he listens to all my complaints with his head cocked in the cutest manner. He makes me smile. How can you not when you look down at this face?
5. Cinnamon Bun Lotion from Bath and Body Works. 
6. Love letters in the mail from my husband that begin with "Hey Beautiful" and end with "you are amazing, you know that?" I think I'll keep him!
7. Fall activities:
8. These pictures of Disneyland with my fellow teachers and friends:
The castle was purple for Halloween and I have to say if I ever go back to Disney with the boy's October is the perfect time.
9. Grant won a contest to guess how many kissed were in the jar at school. He guessed 68 and it was the exact amount. He was so excited when he came home! It was really fun because we just read the book The candy corn contest.
10. There are only 13 days to Halloween which means that starting tonight I'm going to post a post everyday with a fun Halloween project. My Mom and I have been creating up a storm so stay tuned to get some fun ideas!
Ok, your blog isn't supposed to make me cry. Grant winning a jar of kisses isn't supposed to make me cry. Do you think it's because I'm getting soft in my old age, or because every waking moment I wish you were with me?
Posted by: Mark | October 19, 2007 at 03:37 PM
Awh, we just booked a trip to Disneyland, although October isn't feasible for us to go I'm assured it's the happiest place on earth.
Someday you and Mark will be together.....
and someday you'll wish for a girls night, even though you're together.
Mark my words.
Mark... ha....
Posted by: Hilary | October 19, 2007 at 03:38 PM
Sigh. Your husband is adorable.
I listen to the Becoming Jane soundtrack all day at school. I just play the movie over and over in my head.
And I've been blue lately too. Not sure why. You have better reasons than mine. Mine must just be PMS related or something..
Posted by: EK | October 19, 2007 at 05:39 PM
yay! you updated! and with pictures!!! :)
i am definitely up for some big shot karaoke next week.
Posted by: kelly | October 19, 2007 at 09:00 PM
No, no one is sick of hearing about your husband...in fact, per our convo (nice, huh?) last night, it gives me hope. Real hope! And...while I wish for you that you could be with Mark, I feel very lucky to have met you. There are only a handful of people with whom I can see myself watching American Princess. P.S. You looked fabulous last night. I think I forgot to tell you that. But you did.
Posted by: chloe | October 19, 2007 at 11:40 PM
Thank you for this post and Thank you for posting the quote from The Sound of Music. It really helped me today! I have certainly been in a funk...and I think it will help me too!
Posted by: Heather | October 20, 2007 at 12:06 AM
I love the list what a great idea. Now I will be humming "raindrops on roses and wiskers on kittens" all night long. I love that song!!!
Posted by: Luann | October 20, 2007 at 08:06 PM