It has happened...

sUv...I need to stop unnecessary volunteering...hahaha! I got this saying from my friend Ashley tonight at Junior Service League.

It really is like a sickness. I stand hovering over the table of endless sign up sheets and just can't stop signing my name. I have my planner out, calculating times and adding up hours. Filling up any time that I feel needs to be filled. I really do have to force myself to set the pen down.

I love to volunteer my time for JSL, I really do. Serving others is a passion of mine. I just need to balance it a little better, and also give myself time to enjoy the events that we sponser and help out with.

After my meeting I went to Wal-Mart....to pick up a few things that I needed for our Veteran's Day Parade tomorrow. AND...Hello Christmas! Instantly I was feeling overwhelmed thinking about decorating, Christmas parties and events, gift swaps, Christmas shopping, and about buying supplies to make ornaments with my class, etc. What about Thanksgiving? :)

I just had to get my thoughts down, I actually had a wonderful weekend and am having a great week so far! Thankfully, I do not have school Thursday or Friday, so I'll get a chance to be back on a normal blogging routine then. I miss blogging consistently!

Now, I about to finish up some work then enjoy what is left of my night. There is nothing I love more on a cold night than a bubble bath and time spent with the Lord. Having a hubby and sweet golden to snuggle with under warm blankets is great too!

I'm needing to pray these scriptures tonight. I'm very thankful for my REFUGE!

Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7

As for God, his way is perfect: The LORD’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him.
2 Samuel 22:31

Good Morning!

My prayer this morning...

Lord give me strength to LIVE FOR YOU, and GLORIFY YOUR NAME!!

Wordless Wednesday

Well almost! The things you'll do as a kindergarten teacher. Next time I'll ride the pink adult trike. Ha ha ha! (One of my kids actually took this). It felt so good out today. I taught with the windows open all day long. I'm having a great week, but I'm super ready for the weekend!

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever!
Ephesians 3:20-21

Hello World

This video calls for 2 posts in 1 night. AMAZING! My favorite, Lady A does it again.

Georgia Voters

I voted today...worked late and cooked supper! Big accomplishments! Ha!



My cute GA Voter! Excited about spending the evening going on a walk, then watching some tv. It's been awhile since we've had a night like this. We're both home for once! PLUS, it's cool and breezy out! I wonder which scented candle I'll light? I'm leaning towards pumpkin pie. :)


I'm so thankful for my relationship with the Lord and all He has blessed with me with. On my way to work I was listening to Hillsong's, God of Ages, and these lyrics have stuck with me all day long.

You are the God who lives, You are the God who heals. You are my hope, my everything! I'll trust in You with all my heart!

Psalm 16:1-2 (The Message)
Keep me safe, O God, I've run for dear life to you. I say to God, "Be my Lord!"
Without you, nothing makes sense.

Trick or Treat 2010

Our Halloween weekend was so much fun! My parents have started a little traditon of coming down to visit this weekend. So, Friday night we had a full house! My brother, his girlfriend, and my parents went to eat at Mom and Dad's. Then we drove around and looked at some of the historic houses all decked out for Halloween.


Saturday Matt and I woke up before everyone and went to pick up doughnuts...my brothers favorite!


We hung around in our pj's and watched some tv. Then I went out to Publix, started our chili in the crock pot, made some banana pudding for my brother to take to a party, then got ready to shop. Mama and I always hit some cute downtown stores Halloween weekend...Halloween stuff is always a good percentage off. My dad and Matt went to Lowes instead of coming with us.

Matt and I met up to work at the Fall Festival at church...we love serving! The youth praise band was playing in the streets....music to my ears. Plus I saw lots of former students!



We made it home just before dark...our neighborhood was already starting to fill up. We watched the end of the GA/FL game. Sad, sad day for the Dawgs...at least it was a good game. Then, we were invaded by a large group of trick or treaters that needed water and bathroom breaks. Our friends throw a Halloween bash each year and they walked down to our house for a bit, since we were visiting with family. Tons of kids! It was complete chaos and insanity, but we loved every minute. Wish I would've thought to snap a few pics.


My family left after lunch today. I am always so sad to see them go. Matt and I got in a nap and took Blakely to the park. I'm excited about a Spooky Desperate Housewives tonight. I don't know about y'all, but I wish I had one more day to rest up before starting my week!




I hope your Halloween weekend was great!!

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction so that we will be able to comfort those who are in any affliction with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Pink and Pumpkins

We had pink chips for supper tonight...Barberito's style, in honor of breast cancer awareness. The entire town was there!


We celebrated our 5th year of pumpkin carving as Mr. and Mrs. Whelan. It has always been a tradition. One year when we were dating we even carved pumpkins on the front lawn of VSU. This was year 2 on our back porch at our new house. Maybe next year we'll have the rug and furniture to go out there. :) We always put out our trusty spider candle....just part of the tradition I guess!






We set it out on our front porch...because our neighborhood is the place to trick or treat....along with 2 others in town. It is CRAZY! We have to stock up on candy all year...well maybe not all year, but you get the picture.






Tomorrow is costume day at school. We are having a Fall Carnival on our wing, and then our Halloween Party! I should be tired after it all. But truly, there is a lot of fun to look forward to each year in kindergarten...October, November, and December are packed with great teaching opportunities that tie right in with the holiday's.

Happy Thursday, y'all!
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! His faithful love endures forever.
Psalm 118:1