Blessed...

Special thanks to some sweet second graders for my Teacher Appreciation Week surprise!

    

      I have been contemplating for a while now whether or not it would be appropriate to write about the school I am currently working at. After today, I have decided to write a little thank you, I guess, to the wonderful people who have taken me under their wings this semester.
   
      I feel blessed beyond belief that I landed this position. I love working with these students because I see that they have inherited an excitement for learning from their wonderful and creative teachers. Each day is such a joy to come to work. I find that I am always smiling and having a great time. So, thank you to all of the teachers who have taken me in and made me feel like part of the family. I can't express enough how much I truly appreciate it.

     As the end of the school year draws near, I get a little nervous as to what the future may hold. I appreciate all of the teachers who are supporting me and rooting for me. You all are such a big help with all of your advice and encouragement. THANK YOU!!!! :)

Happily Ever After.....

      It has been almost a week since Prince William and Catherine Middleton, now the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, wed, and I am still obsessed and in awe of the life of the Royals. As I awoke on Friday, April 29th at 3:30 a.m., I was anxiously awaiting to see the dress that Kate would wear. When she stepped out of the car, I was in awe. She looked absolutely stunning and genuinely excited to walk in and marry her prince charming.

      My absolute favorite moment of the entire wedding was watching Kate make her way to the alter. As she approached, Prince Harry turned around to look at Kate, then he turned to say to Prince William that she was coming. As Kate made it to the alter, Prince William turned to her and said "You look beautiful, really lovely". Ahhh... At that moment, I knew that they were going to last forever! You could tell that they both are totally in love with each other and really support each other. It was such a magical moment.

     A few short moments later, the world was presented with the new Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. As the doors opened and the two stepped out, you could feel the eruption of cheers from the people who lined the streets. Prince William and Kate looked thrilled!

      Another favorite moment occurred during the parade back to Buckingham Palace. It almost brought me to tears to watch as Prince William and Catherine paid tribute to monuments along the parade route. In that moment when Prince William saluted and Catherine bowed her head, I knew this was a new generation of Royals. For the first time in keeping up with the Royal Family, they seemed to be giving back and thanking the people they represented for all that they had given to the country. It was one of the sweetest moments of the day.

      I wish the absolute best throughout their marriage. It must be an amazing feeling to know that the world is supporting them and rooting for their love to last. I know that the two of them will make a huge impact in the world and inspire others to as well. May the two of them live happily ever after!

      And by the way, Prince Harry, I noticed that you needed a Princess yourself. Feel free to ask me. I'm sure I would say "yes"! ;)