DESERT SONG ( HILLSONG)

Has this emotion ever overtaken you? "I'm just empty Lord!!!"

I always find myself singing this praise song when all that's within me is dry. I will sing praise when I have nothing else!

Experiment :O)

I officially begin grad school in one week. I'm pretty excited about my first class. Issues and Trends in the Special Education classroom. When Brian had this class he always asked me questions about ADD and ADHD, so I think the material will be new and fresh. It's going to be weird starting homework again, but I think I can manage. I even did a five page paper for Brian while he was crazy busy with football starting back up (ssshhhh...). I'm pretty excited and ready to start this adventure!

We actually purchased some sheers to cut Piper with. Brian attempted it for the first time a few weeks ago. She looked pretty good aside from having stripes down her back from the clip not being short enough. I don't think Brian was brave enough to go that short. I finally took the sheers from him and went to town in areas that were longer than others and around her face and tail. She really likes being shaved. Brian's comment after the experiment, "I guess I should have watched the instructional DVD." Her nickname has been stripey until we master the technique. I totally respect groomers. It looks easy, but that is not the case.

The End of the Beginning

1. Brian starts pre-season in 2 weeks... :O(
2. We are thinking about going camping this weekend, but I think it may be way too hot.
3. Classes for me begin in about 4 weeks... eeekkk!
4. Brian keeps talking about getting a truck. It's the only thing on his radar! TACOMA!
5. Piper got shaved this summer. I think it was one of the best decisions we ever made. Now I'm wondering how much a set of sheers cost so I can do it myself from now on.
6. Work has been INSANE!!! I feel like it has been a full moon for about 3 weeks now.
7. Running the Miners Mile in about a month. One of my favorite races because so many people at my work place participate!
8. Really looking forward to see what the Lord has in store for us this semester!

It has been quite a while since I have posted anything on my blog. A lot has happened since my trip to Utah.

We went on vacation to Treasure Island with Brian's family this year. We try to go every two years. We had an amazing time. We layed by the ocean a while, layed by the pool a while, played putt putt, and had ice cream. It really was a restful vacation, which is always right up my alley. In 2012 we are thinking about going to Virginia Beach/ Colonial Williamsburg/ DC. I think all of those options sound fun and would really enjoy a trip to a museum as well.

My sister delivered her baby since I last posted as well. Ronald Lucas, 7 lb 10 oz. Very sweet and cute little guy. We really enjoyed getting to meet and snuggle with him a few weeks ago.

We have also been traveling a whole lot this summer. Every weekend we have been away from home. Wedding, graduations, visiting... It has been really nice though because we can't do all that when Brian is in season with sports. We have enjoyed celebrating with friends and family who have tied the knot or have closed a big chapter in their life.

I guess that's all to report on for now. Still blessed and enjoying the ride this far! I wish I had summer's off. I envy all those teachers out there!

Salt Lake City

I returned from Salt Lake City on Sunday. I had a wonderful time and was so excited to get back home to Brian and Piper. The things I miss the most while I'm away... Brian, Piper, my bed, my pillow, and my shower. Ahhh... home!

It was beautiful in the mountains though. Little bit cold and difficult to do my running due to a decrease in oxygen associated with altitude. All in all, it was amazing to see mountains with snow on top.

This week has been exhausting at work. Being off for 3 days and then coming back with jet lag to a very busy first of the month schedule wears me out. I have Monday and Tuesday off, however, which will be nice and well deserved. It's our 2 year anniversary! Well... posting some pictures from our trip.

Another List

1. Completed day 5 of week 1 P90X. Starting to feel a lot better, although Yoga was difficult. It is going to take some time to get that flexible. I am encouraged to know I kept up really well with today's legs and back work out. Tomorrow... Kenpo (I think it's like kick boxing). Let's see how well my legs hold up for that.
2. Registered for my first two classes of grad school. I am pretty excited, but nervous about doing homework again.
3. We are really praying about some upcoming future plans for us. I don't want to say too much because... well we just don't know anything for certain.
4. Really looking forward to this weekend and going on a date with Brian for my birthday!
5. In 2 weeks I will be in Salt Lake City.

P90X

This weekend we headed north for my little sisters senior prom. Bittersweet that all of us are done with prom. I thought I would never see the day. It was a fun filled weekend and Tamra looked beautiful!

When we returned home we started the P90X workout program. Yesterday was chest and back along with abs. I was surprised how well it went. I though I would be dripping with sweat, but they actually give you plenty of time to rest in between sets. I took a shower afterward and could hardly wash my hair though. Jello arms!
Today was the Plyometrics. This was intense. There was sweat pouring off of me. "Explosive cardio jumping routine proven to dramatically improve athletic performance". The websites explanation of it. I will be lucky if I can walk by the time I get home from work today. Gratefully no abs today.

P88X left. I am going to stick it out! Can't wait to see some hardcore results!