Spring break recap

Life has been busy as usual since Spring Break ended.  Here's the recap....


Marc and I left on Monday morning for Key West.   Key West is absolutely beautiful.  It was sunny and hot everyday.  Perfect for laying in the sun and getting TAN...my favorite thing ever.  We stayed in a wonderful (and CLEAN) hotel in the perfect location.  Some pics from the trip.

Rooie.

We flew home on Thursday night for the holiday.  It was a short trip so while I was home I did nothing but relax and eat.  I haven't been home since Christmas so it was so great to see my family and my sweet little dog.  I saw one of my BFF's Mo.  We went to see Water for Elephants and it did not disappoint.  Water for Elephants is very close to being my favorite book.  It's tied with The Help and A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.  Reese played the part very well and Rob did too.  However, I don't pay much attention to his acting skills because he's super hot.   My family and I had our Easter dinner on Saturday because I had to fly back to Charlotte on Sunday afternoon.  I missed the family dinner at my aunt's house.  Sometimes it really sucks to live so far away.  My mom had an Easter basket with my fav treats on Sunday for me which I packed up and took back to munch on this week.  It was a great spring break.

Spring break!

Spring break started on Friday at exactly 2:00.  The teachers and I went to our usual happy hour spot to ring in 9 days without work!  Teaching really does have its perks.  Anyway, the boy and I are leaving for Key West tomorrow morning! Just finished packing and I didn't even over pack this time.  My suitcase is only 40 pounds! Usually when I travel for a week my suitcase it right at 50. 

I can't wait to lay in the sun and read.  It's so relaxing.  I swore that I would not think about everything else I should be doing.  Not even once.  While flying and getting tan, I am going to start reading Year of the Fog.  It was my choice for teacher book club. 

I've heard the book is a really intense read.

Until next time......

Unforgettable Moment

This past Sunday, I brought 3 of my students to see a Bobcats basketball game.  A friend and I picked up the kiddies (2 of mine and 1 of hers) and drove uptown to the arena.  The boys were so excited when we pulled into the parking lot.  They were all smiles and even held hands (awwww) while we walked.  We had to wait outside the arena for my third student who was coming with another friend of mine.After a few pictures, we made our way in.  We quickly made our way to our seats and got ourselves situated.  The boys immediately focused on the game and I tried to relax.  As fun as this special night out was, it was quite stressful for a person like myself.  My 2 goals of the night were for the boys to enjoy the game and arrive home safely.  Anyway, I decided to treat them to some popcorn and drinks. $25.00 later, the boys were eating, cheering, and smiling.  After half time, we left (it was a school night) and on the way out, my friend worked her magic at guest services and scored the boys Bobcats backpacks, shirts, and folders.  They immediately put on their new gear and we left.  I had such a great time with my boys.  There were several times when my eyes were filled with tears because of the joy I could see on their faces.   It was just so touching.  It was truly an unforgettable moment.

3 happy friends!