Loving all this free time

Tomorrow is Kim's grad party. I am looking forward to it. It's hard to believe that it's already time for her to be graduating from high school. I can remember when she was born. It doesn't make me feel old it thought just makes me feel like she's catching up to my age...lol
We're having tacos, taquitos, nachos, brownies, rice crispy treats, and sundaes in waffle bowls. Yum, i can hardly wait.

This morning I went back to my 6th grade interning class. It was great to see them. I loved seeing all of their projects completed.
I was really looking forward to seeing one boy. He has a learning disability and I helped him a lot with his story web for the book they were making. I loved working with him (he is a little quiet and super sweet). I really wanted to see how his book turned out. Before I left I made sure i got to look at it. It turned out fantastic and he did such a good job!!!
Each child is unique and they each have their own talents and strengths. It's such a good feeling to see a child grow and learn.

Woohoo

My friend, Shaunna and I both are turning 30 ::gasp:: within weeks of each other at the end of the year. Today we decided we are going to end our 20's with a bang. We are also going to go skydiving for turning 30 (tandem of course). We are thinking a themed party and renting a place and inviting all of our friends and family. The details are still sparse. But, we will start the day with a massage and hair and makeup session. I can hardly wait. Who knew turning 30 could be so much fun!

Deep thoughts

I am thankful that I don't have to be to work until 11 am. Okay, that's not the real reason for my post.

I am thankful for all the people who have come into my life one way or another. It's hard for me to let people in, for as long as I can remember I've had a big brick wall covering my heart. Growing up I never noticed it. Although looking back I can see all the things I did to protect myself. Feeling vulnerable is not something I like to feel. I also hate feeling rejection. Even thinking of this makes me a little teary eyed - and for what? I guess I've always just counted on myself (only) and it almost feels like a betrayal to put myself in that situation that might not be good for the heart.

I have always valued quality friends over quantity. I think this way of thinking spills into all aspects of relationships. Each person that comes into my life, if only for a day or a lifetime, i need to see how their essence and presence left a positive impact. Each person has a gift and positive attributes that make life more fulfilled. I need to find comfort in that. And know that just because someone is not in my life forever it's not a negative thing. They left a part of them with me and they have other lives that they need to impact.

In romantic relationships I need to break out of my shell and not wait for them to make their move but to venture on my own and just go with how I am feeling.

All of my life expierences make me who I am today and without the past I am not the present.

I believe Mr. Right is out there. Each day I think I am closer to becoming the Angela that is right for him as he is for me. I find hope in that.

A girl can get use to this...

I have SO much free time now that the semester is over. It's been very nice.

A big CONGRATULATIONS to my sister Heather for graduating from ASU. I am so proud of you. She leaves for Germany, for a year, in two months I am sure going to miss her.

My youngest sister Kim and I decided to do something more personal for her graduation gift. We went on her facebook and printed out a bunch of pictures. We did a scrap book of her college years. It turned out soo cute! But, I think i am over scrap booking for a little while. I wish i thought to take some pictures of it. Kim and I gave Heather her gift tonight and she loved it! :-)

Don't throw rocks!

I am thankful that my car did not get vandalized the other night.
Some kids came around and threw big rocks in the back windows of about 20 cars in our neighborhood. Kim's car was one of them. The rock was soo huge. And somehow went thru the back of her windshield and landed in the passenger seat. At least the oldest car was the one that was hit. I am glad that it wasn't mine because if it had been Dad would not have paid for the repair.

Taking a homework break and...

If you haven't read Twlight yet, you've probably been under a rock. Shaunna told me to go watch the trailer for the movie and it's awesome. So, that's what I just did - the Trailer was amazing. Omg i thought i could wait until the movie came out to watch it (after all i've read all 3-books). Now I am I cannot wait.
I just watched it 5 minutes ago and my heart is still racing.

Uh-oh

I spilled my soda all over the car and drive way. Why? Because I saw a harlequin Great Dane at the end of our cul-de-sac. I just had to stop and gawk and got distracted - so the drink went everywhere. I cannot believe there is another one living in our neighborhood. What are the odds? I took my food back inside minus my drink. I really contemplated getting Deuces leash and trying to catch up with the dog...but that might be too over the top. Even if they are my favorite dogs. Now if only I could be this excited when i see a hot guy. ;-)