Since I wrote last, I have done/seen/finished...
- My absolutely wonderful internship. The knowledge I gained from my clinical teacher is beyond measureable. Without her guidance and leadership I would not be the successful teacher I am..which leads me to...
- I have my first official teaching job! I am out at Perquimans County High School and I am truly loving it! This semester I taught Teen Living, Foods 1 and 2. Next semester, I will be teaching Personal Finance and Food Technology. My students surprised me this semester. They were respectful and inquisitive. Their entrepreneurship project was a hit (will post pictures later). My job is sending me to two conferences this summer: biotechnology in Wilmington and the CTE conference in Greensboro. In between all of this I....
- Threw my best friend her bridal shower. I would do anything for that girl (Lauren). Her bridal shower turned out to be such a hit. Thanks to Elizabeth for helping me decorate, Amy for making the wonderful centerpieces and all the bridesmaids and Ms. Wendy for bringing yummy food!
- Graduated from East Carolina University with my Bachelors of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences education. I am beyond lucky that I found this major because it has turned into the perfect career for me. I couldn't be happier! Eventually when I go back to graduate school, this degree set me up for numerous options.
- Was a bridesmaid in Kara and Tom's wedding ceremony. It was wonderful to see all the family and just makes me wish we lived closer to them because I truly miss getting to watch Tyler Anne grow like a weed. I made her a first year scrapbook that I know she will love to look at when she gets older.
- Went to Lauren's bachelorette party in Myrtle Beach. She has no idea where we were taking her and I LOVED tricking her the whole way ;) I had so.much.fun with all the girls! It was one of the best weekends of my life. Lauren "went out" with a bang!
- Went to Sam and Eric's wedding. Her ceremony, decorations, reception, etc. were so original, so her and beyond beautiful! Their wedding day was absolutely perfect and I wish them many years of laughter, love and happiness!
- On the one weekend I had free, I still went back home to hang out with my family and friends. I went to a lovely dinner with my parents and got a label maker (BIG DEAL for a new teacher!) I was able to enjoy some downtime with the soon-to-be bride at the beach. Was able to see some friends from high school and then got a beach day with our E.C. friends in Kitty Hawk.
- Last but certainly not least to wrap up my weeks of fun I was a bridesmaid in Lauren and Jon's wedding celebration. I feel beyond lucky to be part of her big day. She has been my best friend, my sister, "my person" these past couple of years. I love her so much and couldn't describe just how wonderful her whole weekend was. I meant what I said- JJ & I are always here for both of you. I look forward to watching your love grow and thrive throughout these coming years!
After all of these events, I plan to enjoy some down time with my hubby and doggies. Today we went to the farmers market and I bought fresh blackberries and just got done baking homemade blackberry cobbler. We are having some friends over for a BBQ tonight and to play some games. Tomorrow I am off to see my bestie Ashley Polk who just got back from Spain!!!! It's been since last fall I saw her. I am so happy she will be staying here now! Glad she had the time of her life in Spain but happy to have her back in the states. She is starting on her masters degree this summer and I am proud of you sugar booger ;)
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend! Look for new recipes, pictures, stories, etc. here. JJ and I just went today to look at this gorgeous house in the country sitting on 13 acres with chicken coops, horse stalls.. the whole country life I have ALWAYS wanted. We will just have to see.....
MUCH LOVE! Marcy
