Bucket List item...

     Before I die, I WILL fly to Los Angeles and enroll in one of David Moore's classes at the Millennium Dance Complex. He is a dance genius! I can never get enough of his videos! Check more out at http://www.youtube.com/davidmooretv!

What I'm Loving Wednesday....

     I saw a friend do this post a couple of weeks ago, so I thought I would try it out as well! This week I am totally loving summer! 

     This week I have spent every day at the pool! So I am loving laying out in my float and soaking up some sun!

 

     In addition to laying out in the pool, I have spent some major time using the Silhouette SD digital craft cutter. I have thoroughly enjoyed making several things for my classroom in the fall! ...I know. I shouldn't be thinking of school!

     This week I am loving watching The Voice on NBC! I have always been an American Idol fan, but I have grown really tired of how rigged and superficial the show seems to be. What I love about The Voice is that the judges don't see the people singing unless they like them, then they turn around. That way, they are judging strictly their voice! I also love that the judges are actually working with each contestant and giving them great advice to help them become the artist they want to be! Such a great show! I will definitely be watching every week!

       I can't get enough of Karmin! They are a duo who post their music on YouTube. They have some wonderful original songs, but they also do some amazing covers! Here they are doing Chris Brown's Look at Me Now. But another fav is their Lady Antebellum cover of Just a Kiss! They are so good....such a fresh sound!

      Lastly, I am loving Nashville! Due to some great friends getting married every weekend in June, I will be traveling a lot to Nashville! It is such a cool city, and there is so much to do! Every time I have been there, I have never done the same thing twice!

Simply stunning....

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"! ;)

I have a Royal Problem...

No more "Waity Katie"!

      It seems that I have a Royal Problem. I have become completely obsessed with the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. I have spent the week on the couch watching every Royal special on television. Yes, I have a Royal Problem. I can tell you that, at this moment, there are exactly 20 hours, 19 minutes, and 36 seconds until the wedding starts. 

      At approximately 3:00 a.m., I will wake up, turn on the T.V. and watch every minute of coverage on BBC America. I am so excited to see Kate's dress, her flowers, the bridesmaids' dresses, the decorations, the Royal Family, the guests, and everything else.  It will be a beautiful celebration of love and the British Monarchy. 

      I have so much of a Royal Problem that I spent the better part of last night making cupcakes, royal blue, cupcakes for my Royal watch party of one. They even have cute little cupcake toppers! Here are my cupcakes....

      I have a Royal Problem. By now, there are exactly 20 hours, 12 minutes, and 58 seconds. Oh, to be in London at this very moment. I should have been born a Brit.

Lambuth to thee belongs...

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you....Let not your hearts be troubled. 

- John 14:27

       I learned earlier this evening from someone close to my heart that Lambuth University would be closing its doors on June 30, 2011. My heart is broken. I have tried many times to put in to words how much this institution has meant to me; however, it always seems to come up short. Words just simply cannot explain the impact this incredible university and the Lambuth family has had on me. I am simply at a loss for words. Maybe tomorrow it will hit me that it is real. But for now, I am finding peace in the memories of my time on the most beautiful campus - Lambuth University.