tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50533732826517309632024-02-01T23:41:21.450-07:00The GriesemersSo I commend the enjoyment of life, because nothing is better for a man under the sun than to eat and drink and be glad. Then joy will accompany him in his work all the days of the life God has given him under the sun.
Ecclesiastes 8:15Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-32709271577431356652012-08-15T20:29:00.000-06:002012-08-15T20:29:19.849-06:00Before & AfterChris and I have been enjoying being at home these last few weeks and spending time with friends before school starts. Today was my first day of new teacher orientation...brain over-load. Everything is new, new co-workers, new policies, new schedule, new classes to teach and most important of all...new students. I pray that these students will be blessings in my life. I pray that they will enter my classroom with open minds and willing spirits. Needless to say, I cant wait to meet each of them.<br />
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I spent some days over the summer preparing my room. I've got some before and after pictures, for ya.<br />
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Hope you have a better idea of where I'll be practically living over the next 9ish months :) Now it's just needing some high schoolers to fill it.<br />
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Talk to yall soon,<br />
Sarah<br />
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Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-37963033441990154032012-07-08T12:53:00.001-06:002012-07-08T15:52:53.578-06:00Chicago/South Padre/July 4thCHICAGO!<br />
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After we got back from our Vegas trip, we had about a week at home before jetting off to Chicago!<br />
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This is my third time to go with Chris to Chicago over the summer to visit family. This trip we focused on visiting new places. In previous trips, we went downtown, did the river tour, went to a Cubs game, and the top of Willis/Sears Tower....so this trip we opted out of these "tourist" activities. <br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Instead, we drove up to Lake Geneva (about 1.5 hours from Chicago) where Chris' grandparents owned a lake house. Since I've known Chris, he has always talked about all the good times spent at the lake house--so he wanted to show it to me! It was wonderful getting to see the place he made so many wonderful memories.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">The next stop was visiting Northwestern University. We enjoyed the little town that was close by..just lovely! The campus was very beautiful, much like Baylor--except Northwestern is surrounded by million dollar houses and as we all know...Baylor is not!</span><br />
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We visited a few new restaurants: Gino's East (pizza), Gibson's Steakhouse, and Smoque (best brisket we've ever had) to name a few. Yummy!<br />
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After the Chicago trip, we had about another week at home and then it was off to the beach!<br />
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As we were entering the island of South Padre, a gulf storm decided to unleash. It was raining so hard, it seemed as if the island was going to sink. Our biggest worry was...will it rain the whole time we are here?? Thank goodness the rain disappeared, although the clouds hung around. <br />
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We spend two nights there with Cayla, Christy and a friend of Christy's. I had never been to Padre, so it was nice to visit a new place and see the beach! We did a Jet Ski Tour of the island...ended up being a jet ski free-for-all (really no tour). We did see dolphins, which was super neat while on a jet ski..... you are so close to them!<br />
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Our July 4th consisted of a fun couple of days! Jimmy and Brittany Black were in town from Georgia, so we invited Nathan and Molly Cash down to spend the night (July 3rd). Jimmy, Brittany, Chris and I went to Wild West and saw Randy Rogers and Wade Bowen play...love me some Texas Country!</div>
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Then for lunch on July 4th we had Graham and Erin Musgrove (along with the Cashes) over and had grilled and fried fish that Nathan had caught earlier...it was delicious. :) After that we all rented a boat on Lake Waco and enjoyed the afternoon out on the lake...super super fun!!</div>
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Boy, has June and the beginning of July been filled with many fun times! The summer is going by too fast!! I have my first professional development with Midway tomorrow and I get to start moving all my stuff into my room on Tuesday!!!! So exciting! </div>
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This weekend Chris spent all day Saturday and Sunday in Dallas with Motus (his cartoon thing). We are both really excited to see what the future holds with his voice company--no more teaching for him! He is such a hard little worker :)</div>
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Sarah</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-19888989597578903902012-06-13T15:34:00.000-06:002012-06-13T15:34:05.230-06:00DIY Burlap LampAfter doing some shopping over the past few days, I've noticed burlap is starting to be a trend. Anyone else agree? I've been searching, for quite some time, lamps for one of our guest bedrooms and haven't found any I like....so I put my thinking cap on and decided to use burlap and re-do the lamps that were already in there. Here are some pictures of the process!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1) Cut original fabric off, leaving a skeleton of the shade.<br />2) Cut burlap strips, tie at the top and bottom.</td></tr>
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I'm hoping to get a few burlap accents for the room to tie it all together!<br />
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SarahSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-73998622129959035742012-06-13T15:22:00.001-06:002012-06-13T15:22:13.072-06:00Celebrating Our Marriage!<br />
So, we took a lot of pictures (and don't worry, I will share them with you) but I wanted to start with this one....this was our view from our room in the Belligio...jaw dropping..<br />
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Ok, to continue....we flew in on June 4th our anniversary and had reservations at Delmonico in the Venetian Hotel and Casino. I HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend it--thanks to Sarah Scott for recommending it to us :)<br />
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The next day, we got up and went to <a href="http://www.caesarspalace.com/casinos/caesars-palace/restaurants-dining/serendipity-3-detail.html">Serendipity 3</a> in Caesars Palace....oh my it was AMAZING!</div>
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The item we had to try was the 'Frozen Hot Chocolate', they had a regular and a double....we decided to go with the regular, and look at the size...</div>
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Then we ordered the 'French Toast Log'...that's right LOG, thankfully we were smart enough to split it.<br />
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Underneath: French Toast Log</td></tr>
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After our tummy's were stuffed, we decided to walk it off and went into every hotel/casino. Here are a few pics.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our lovely hotel: Bellagio</td></tr>
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Not sure if you are familiar with Man vs. Food on the Food Network, but the show visits different restaurants and one that it visited in Vegas was <a href="http://www.hashhouseagogo.com/">Hash House A Go Go</a>. Sooooo we had to go!<br />
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Yep, Chicken and Waffles were calling our name!</div>
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We also did the gondola ride in the Venetian Hotel...not quite like the gondola ride in Venice, but was very special doing it with my hubby! </div>
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The next little adventure was going to the Pawn Stars Pawn Shop! This place was not close to the Strip, the best way to get there was by bus (our feet were worn outttt). Right when we got there, they had kicked everyone out to do 40 minutes of filming. I guess someone brought in a "TV worthy" item. So we waited in a long line in the middle of the day in the desert!! It was toasty! Finally, they were done filming and we were able to go in a look around. None of the actual pawn star dudes are out and about, but it was cool to see the place!<br />
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We also went to two shows. One was called Vegas (a variety show) and "O" Cirque du Soleil. They were both good... "O" was outstanding! Here are some pictures.<br />
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Hope you enjoyed a brief summary of our trip!! Our next trip is to Chicago to visit Chris' grandmother--we are both looking forward to it!!<br />
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</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-84339672250706413272012-06-13T14:43:00.000-06:002012-06-13T14:43:06.612-06:00365 Day ol' Cake = DeliciousChris and I celebrated our one year anniversary for a week in Las Vegas! But, before we headed to the desert, we had to enjoy the top tier of our wedding cake. I was very skeptical at first, but it turned out very yummmy! Here are some pics of us enjoying it--we are dorks, so you'll have to excuse some of them, we are silly.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Vegas post coming up next!!</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-27989528879133430372012-05-29T19:00:00.000-06:002012-05-29T19:00:01.960-06:00Recent Pinterest SuccessesSo, I love spending time looking at Pinterest...as I'm sure many of you do! And 90% of the time, I'm looking at recipes and I end up getting hungry, grrr! I really wish I had the time and calories to make every single dessert recipe! There seriously isn't one recipe/picture that doesn't make my mouth water!<br />
I wanted to share some of the recipes that I have tried recently!<br />
1) <a href="http://curiouscountrycook.blogspot.com/2012/03/zucchini-tots.html">Zucchini Tots</a><br />
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2) <a href="http://betchacanteatjustone.wordpress.com/2011/07/04/chocolate-chip-cookie-n-oreo-knock-your-socks-off-brownie-bars/#comment-706">Chocolate Chip Cookie n' Oreo Brownie Bars</a><br />
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3) <a href="http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/06/southwestern-black-bean-salad.html">Southwestern Black Bean Salad</a></div>
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I think these all turned out great and I recommend all of them!!Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-27368929418797856082012-05-29T13:41:00.003-06:002012-05-29T13:55:14.606-06:00Spring 2012 AdventuresFor all of our followers out here...I promise promise promise I will keep our blog more up-to-date this summer!! We have a lot of fun trips planned and I will definitely document them :)<br />
For now, I need to catch up on our adventures this year and the best way to do that is with pictures! Who doesn't like pictures?!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Christmas 2011</b></span> <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">MY CHRISTMAS PRESENT! Meet Wookie!</td></tr>
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<b>Half Time Putt for $5,000! Sadly I wasn't close....</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>March 22nd-->My BIRTHDAY!</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>SPRING BREAK 2012!!</b></span><br />
First New Orleans, then a 7 day cruise to Cozumel, Belize, Costa Maya, and Honduras! <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Hobbies: </b>Kayaking, Tennis & Training for a 5k!</span><br />
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I dropped him off at the top of the river and picked him up 2 hours later at the bottom! Can't wait to try it out with him!<br />
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We went to the Twin Rivers tennis courts for the first time with the pups! We had 2 courts to ourselves so Mick and Wookie just ran their little hearts out. Talk about good ball boys!<br />
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Chris and I after our first 5k! We completed the 8 week "Couch 2 5k" program (an app on the iphone) and reached our goal! Now we just have to keep it up!! </div>
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I'm just mentioning this because....I really dislike running with a passion, but the Couch 2 5K program has really helped me get over that mental block, somewhat....</div>
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Anywho, I, surprisingly, finished 2nd in the 20-29 girls age group...WHAT?!? </div>
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We've really enjoyed going to Cameron Park, it's a hidden treasure in Waco! Once you are on the trails, it's like you are in a different world. Yes, don't worry, we only go when it's daytime :) </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">We have a new found love! Bahama Bucks ice! My fav is Jamaican Punch and Chris' is Grape! 2 for 1 with the A+ card! Woot! </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Of course, we saw Hunger Games! And get this, I've actually read the first book! Go me!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lone Star Jam in Austin, Tx! A day filled with Texas Country Music, yes please!</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Fredericksburg, Tx:</b> Wendt Wedding & Enchanted Rock Climbin'</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Our furry kiddos on the way down to Fredericksberg</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">At the beautiful, fun wedding!</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>END OF SCHOOL!!!</b></span><br />
Oh my gosh, guys, 2.5 more days (actually 2 now, since today is half way over!!) Here are some sweet things my students made me!<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXVkj_YKw8_4hieFoRi43pdT9qgxHeZr95sBWxwPuOZ2u6jUfkQkNF9c8WmR2D5nw1DVP3vEsGT52XZPBZJoFQFE3Gy2cu23dPbKuexWymD689R6wQQKCDK-LAUpARz108knNNShkb_wK-/s1600/kids+2" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXVkj_YKw8_4hieFoRi43pdT9qgxHeZr95sBWxwPuOZ2u6jUfkQkNF9c8WmR2D5nw1DVP3vEsGT52XZPBZJoFQFE3Gy2cu23dPbKuexWymD689R6wQQKCDK-LAUpARz108knNNShkb_wK-/s320/kids+2" width="256" /></a></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-29673345534532924782011-11-10T18:39:00.002-07:002011-11-10T18:45:31.536-07:00I must catch you up!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Well as usual...it's been a while!<br />
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To begin, I must show off my husband for a second...<br />
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</div>Every time we come back from the grocery store, he insists on carrying in ALL the grocery sacks at once! I don't know if this is a 'man thing' or a 'Chris thing' but he loves the challenge. Hey, I love it...means less trips for me!<br />
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</tbody></table>My next quick topic will be Halloween! I was super excited to spend our first Halloween in our new house! I had no idea how many trick-or-treaters to expect...so obviously I bought a lot of candy! Well come to find out....we only had 13-15 trick-or-treaters, whomp whomp. Oh well more candy for us! I also want to share this cute picture that I received from my mom. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My brother was Waldo! So cute :)</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Alright moving on...<br />
<div>Chris and I drove up to Burleson on a Tuesday night to support out Lady Trojan volleyball team in the first round of playoffs. This was their FIRST time in history to make play-offs! GO TROJANS!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">#7 was a student of mine last year!<br />
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</tbody></table><div>The next subject is BAYLOR HOMECOMING!<br />
<div>This picture is of Caroline and I at the bonfire....I've sure missed her! Haven't seen her since the wedding.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtcSGpnNuhH_3IqcGnI0JsrLhYVUQjISiaZH_mAp8dQs799uUoewzDnWbPWcqSee84pl2TUyUbTFWpTZglGxtuFoiRvxOWjwW6G0wJFi-KtnrKDFaLSJXDrVvVFxjkcOP3hpAdvcZIe1-l/s1600/photo+5+%25283%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtcSGpnNuhH_3IqcGnI0JsrLhYVUQjISiaZH_mAp8dQs799uUoewzDnWbPWcqSee84pl2TUyUbTFWpTZglGxtuFoiRvxOWjwW6G0wJFi-KtnrKDFaLSJXDrVvVFxjkcOP3hpAdvcZIe1-l/s320/photo+5+%25283%2529.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div>After a late night at the bonfire, it was time for the early morning parade! We decided to bring Mick and it was such a great idea. He is loved by so many!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div><br />
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</tbody></table>After the parade, we had lunch at Papa Rollo's with my dad and then went to Pigskin. It was entertaining, as always! Then we sprinted over the Floyd Casey for a lil tailgatin'. We hit up the ATO tailgate and then over to the alumni association tailgate (aka where to get free food). So I had to share this with yall...just in case you wanted to steal our idea. Anyway, you know how a bottle of water is $4 at the football game, well just do as we did and bring in your own! This is a soft camping style seat that rolls up and we stuffed two water bottles down the middle! It was a wonderful idea ;)<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>This past Tuesday night...we drove to Whitney! We decided to jump on some dining room furniture on craigslist!! We got a Thomasville dinning room table & leaf, 8 chairs and buffet for a great price! It is in great shape...hardly looks used! I can't wait to start decorating this room!!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXAFVwUqmeHO53B_mxxeOOJ7qYEpgMncpnOp_YnHYmRMP1aWczQYnw2gPVWEgxopOWV8I8ieCdOizlKrJ3pUGwpke3yZHzH84GEVXSmnogvRvU6bdd6X-BqUx0fNPJB_GzRLZAwJns_FT4/s1600/photo+5+%25284%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXAFVwUqmeHO53B_mxxeOOJ7qYEpgMncpnOp_YnHYmRMP1aWczQYnw2gPVWEgxopOWV8I8ieCdOizlKrJ3pUGwpke3yZHzH84GEVXSmnogvRvU6bdd6X-BqUx0fNPJB_GzRLZAwJns_FT4/s320/photo+5+%25284%2529.JPG" width="240" /></a></div>PS HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE BEST HUBBY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! </div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-35950644280795929682011-10-16T13:54:00.001-06:002011-10-16T19:49:17.507-06:00Pumpkin CarvingWell last night Chris and I went to our first Sunday school social, which included meeting couples, eating yummy chili and carving pumpkins. I must say...I could never let 10 + couples carve pumpkins IN my house! No way! But I am very thankful that Amanda & Erik (the hosts) opened their home to pumpkin guts and seeds. :)<br />
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Here are some 'in-progress' pumpkin carving shots:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">about to dig in!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">reppin' area code 303 (Denver, CO)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The start of my happy pumpkin</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Once everyone was done carving, we lined up all the finished master pieces outside for a photo op.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I've never seen so many!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A close up on ours.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>We really had a great time and are starting to feel a part of the group!<br />
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</div><div>On another note, we are looking forward to seeing Chris' parents this week!! They are flying in Thursday and staying until Monday. It sure is great to see family!</div><div><br />
</div><div>:)</div><div>Sarah<br />
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</div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-9540048323470153582011-10-03T17:37:00.000-06:002011-10-03T17:37:40.044-06:00Finally Fall!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This past weekend, Gran, Mom, and Aunt Robin came down to Waco for our annual trip to Salado! We all look forward to this weekend all year long :) They came down on Friday and we started the shopping weekend off strong. First hit up Spice...this is a Waco must. Then we met Chris at Schmaltz's and quickly got back to shopping. Dillards was next, it was perfect timing because they were having an addition 40% off all sale items! Woo! We spent all day Saturday in Salado and got some great stuff. This trip was extra special for me...because I have a house to decorate for the first time!! YAY! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyleFwqcFxnmozfwmOCfENjsUQGoZhQYj6ZAzUVXzPNHx15EsRxEX5WsszyHRHliwsCIFMKtuwIJ6wPyDbNQ2G6WayugdHVSH3hyZyGdki0leEtuWWhBBulQlDXPA9wMUpurwp7yyhLJOw/s1600/salado.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyleFwqcFxnmozfwmOCfENjsUQGoZhQYj6ZAzUVXzPNHx15EsRxEX5WsszyHRHliwsCIFMKtuwIJ6wPyDbNQ2G6WayugdHVSH3hyZyGdki0leEtuWWhBBulQlDXPA9wMUpurwp7yyhLJOw/s320/salado.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After church on Sunday, Chris and I went to the PUMPKIN PATCH! I've been looking forward to this for a couple of weeks... It was hard for me to pass by pumpkins at HEB just sitting there waiting for me to buy them. BUT that ruins all the fun. All throughout high school, I volunteered at the Rockwall Pumpkin Patch and think it is so much fun to go pick out your pumpkins. Any who, we got a few big pumpkins and a lot of small ones. I just love the tiny ones. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Isn't my husband handsome??!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The TINY pumpkins!!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Told ya, I love them :)</td></tr>
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</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-56610134559864462522011-09-25T18:03:00.000-06:002011-09-25T18:03:44.642-06:00Where to begin?!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Well helllllllo there blogging world! I've finally had a chance to sit down and write something on here :)</div><br />
Chris and I have been sooo busy, I can't remember the last time we just sat and did nothing productive (let me rephrase- I can't remember the last time I sat and did nothing productive haha! Love you Chris)<br />
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We are coming up on the 6th week of school...now that's insane! The past 5 weeks has had its ups and downs. I have some REALLY great and wonderful students and then...I have some students that I DO NOT understand for the life of me!!! Logical thinking does not make sense for these students. On Wednesday, we are giving our 6 week test and I will be prepping them to take it seriously and try their best. I know they can do it!<br />
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On another note, Chris and I stumbled across the TV show "Beyond Scared Straight" on A&E (<a href="http://youtu.be/yJoI6X_HC_A">Beyond Scared Straight Preview</a>). This is a very fascinating show and to see the changes that these teens make after going through this program is AMAZING. <br />
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Yesterday, Chris and I took Mick to the Waco Puppy Plunge. I don't think I've seen Mick so HAPPY before!<br />
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</tbody></table>Well that's about all the fun and excitement so far at the Griesemer household! Hopefully, I'll be able to update more regularly :)<div><br />
</div><div>Sarah<br />
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</div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-66261031839139190462011-08-19T18:32:00.000-06:002011-08-19T18:32:31.168-06:00What a whirlwind!It's hard to believe that just a couple of weeks ago we were in Chicago! We love going to Chicago and visiting with Chris' grandparents and hitting all the hot spots. This was my first boarding pass with Sarah Griesemer!<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkcNR4oaKHOoHf_-bux0OsJCHT7LrkIspaHcawimn_2Dup11OGsNLmRAvK7238TLR6sV1CJHznp9uADRxbhsOAcktukrweAUE_5LF1Bio-e28jSMOiV0GmfezEckLWUxwEEWQ624Aqhjvz/s1600/photo+1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkcNR4oaKHOoHf_-bux0OsJCHT7LrkIspaHcawimn_2Dup11OGsNLmRAvK7238TLR6sV1CJHznp9uADRxbhsOAcktukrweAUE_5LF1Bio-e28jSMOiV0GmfezEckLWUxwEEWQ624Aqhjvz/s320/photo+1.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We first started off at White Castle...this a burger chain known for their sliders. Chris didn't take me last summer, so I insisted we go this summer! I wish I could say it's a place I would like to go back too...but not so much. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUle-V-Gt79dsLGOpqv7lLhVizARGVpL6IrPfBqxIqnZ2mj6XcgWQFYDGARGWE562gczajm5b3hIVBN310-jZGxhsNL9p4m6-S8vCvrQhYLpr_oJ1-kvEJO57dLIbtlhvE_XRAN5r0Dp_v/s1600/photo+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUle-V-Gt79dsLGOpqv7lLhVizARGVpL6IrPfBqxIqnZ2mj6XcgWQFYDGARGWE562gczajm5b3hIVBN310-jZGxhsNL9p4m6-S8vCvrQhYLpr_oJ1-kvEJO57dLIbtlhvE_XRAN5r0Dp_v/s320/photo+2.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since Chicago is all about it's deep dish pizza...we went to Uno's. It's absolutely insane how filling these pizzas make you. Also, as a side note, Chris saw one of his previous students from his school in Denver at this restaurant. What a small small world. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2mEDZ0M-1EwF35mx3V43JsxInFSqjLzn8lLqDQZNR0ycB04NsrIEu1qrzZxSnItrLGd_4ouEJFvT7384GHjTxj_PouXKXy-8Ritr-F5iU_MgUxFOBdvn_5OIUCnb33YCccIuEz4E3YbQ5/s1600/photo+4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2mEDZ0M-1EwF35mx3V43JsxInFSqjLzn8lLqDQZNR0ycB04NsrIEu1qrzZxSnItrLGd_4ouEJFvT7384GHjTxj_PouXKXy-8Ritr-F5iU_MgUxFOBdvn_5OIUCnb33YCccIuEz4E3YbQ5/s320/photo+4.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next, we got on a train and headed to downtown Chicago for the day. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiHx-jaxrQnv6VaaBDyHOVQXv9l8jWvExHiKU1DX3H1zEYlbKXSHImdgLm1d_SI1IeD7hiVbQVl4yMqgqT6J1fUlO66GQdUUSsMrm4RMT5Vc2UcF1aR1LUY-78T5HewON6kvpNbXjJ2jy4/s1600/photo+5.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiHx-jaxrQnv6VaaBDyHOVQXv9l8jWvExHiKU1DX3H1zEYlbKXSHImdgLm1d_SI1IeD7hiVbQVl4yMqgqT6J1fUlO66GQdUUSsMrm4RMT5Vc2UcF1aR1LUY-78T5HewON6kvpNbXjJ2jy4/s320/photo+5.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once we got downtown, we ate at the first place we saw. I can't remember the name, wish I could, but they had some of the BEST burgers ever. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgErBd9g8QBHwu488DJEQ2WzAqgMq6lS8qM08pU7atYuJxQIYL5YZcHVFOP9UcOTcqEy1243V1ULfsjzoOCc0d6rL-X_HwdIbQJVtvFLLil316xvR49nJ_GGMSnL8eUCGFsRb9tVw6IHsHI/s1600/photo+1+%25282%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgErBd9g8QBHwu488DJEQ2WzAqgMq6lS8qM08pU7atYuJxQIYL5YZcHVFOP9UcOTcqEy1243V1ULfsjzoOCc0d6rL-X_HwdIbQJVtvFLLil316xvR49nJ_GGMSnL8eUCGFsRb9tVw6IHsHI/s320/photo+1+%25282%2529.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We then headed straight for the Sears Tower (Willis Tower now.....). We waited over an hour in line to get to the top, but it was worth it!</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Standing in the glass box that hangs out from the top <br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We also tried out the Weber Grill restaurant...this was located right by our hotel . We had to go!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpGeRhrNmPu6jlr3iM7A8WaxesLGPOiDIg927L7f8mN1Gs6GDCbtJMA2X7zVaItDISj5Slg1upWKpLg-c8xaW2cyThvOEraE3e35wZ1Ac_AFAZOGYV3sKjoXIYs9kdZHkZ37rEfxw0tz62/s1600/photo+3+%25281%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpGeRhrNmPu6jlr3iM7A8WaxesLGPOiDIg927L7f8mN1Gs6GDCbtJMA2X7zVaItDISj5Slg1upWKpLg-c8xaW2cyThvOEraE3e35wZ1Ac_AFAZOGYV3sKjoXIYs9kdZHkZ37rEfxw0tz62/s320/photo+3+%25281%2529.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div>Two days after our Chicago trip, we officially moved down to Waco and into our new house!!! We had a busy busy few days before our first day of in-service. We currently are still living out of some boxes, but hopefully this weekend we can tackle a few more. We are in love with the house, what a blessing it is! </div><div><br />
</div><div>This week of in-service was definitely a new experience, it had its ups and downs...but I'm feeling good about the first day of school this Monday. Here are a few pictures of my room. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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a ceiling tile fell through from a water leak! Ek!</td></tr>
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</div></div></div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-72668924848157671352011-07-31T13:36:00.002-06:002011-07-31T13:49:00.519-06:00God's Many BlessingsBefore getting started with the blog, I wanted to share some wedding photos! We waited patiently for them and couldn't wait to re-live the day. Here are a few of my favorites:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">These people mean so much to us.</td></tr>
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Over the past week, Chris had his orientation for UHS and we both had "<a href="http://www.ahaprocess.com/About_Us/Ruby_Payne.html">Ruby Payne</a>" training for two days.I never imagined being able to go to professional development with my husband! How lucky we are to get to teach at the same school :) God works wonders! Since we had so many things to do in Waco, we stayed at Shawn & Ashley's house Monday thru Thursday. It was a delight to spend time and get to know better my nieces and nephews. Jackie, Chris' mom, was also in town and it is always wonderful to see her bright and smiling face. </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once we were done with all the training on Thursday, we drove back to Rockwall....Mick was missing us BIG time. We've had a few days to chillax, wash clothes, and run errands. Once we get moved into the house in Waco, we are going to need a washer & dryer and a fridge. Boy, these things are not cheap! </div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Last night, Mom, Danny, Daniel, Chris and I went to Pappas Bros. Steakhouse...let me just say, this is the BEST steakhouse EVER. This is our fifth annual trip--We usually always go in August right before everyone starts school and to celebrate Danny and Daniel's birthdays. Chris said he had the best steak he has ever eaten last night. If you ever need a place to go for a special occasion...I fully suggest Pappas. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9o88N9bN3FQBeRrYwRJXPcYt4tknpH4YXWL60QJgo1vur7u_5EVb_ey078DUKdeKinW1WtQtEkkVLLCvUgaJC1ss_uvJAe0hpaIM0qbWDjWvz0MCxzUU_c6S7brMwk81iVLFfv1Y_8rPR/s1600/photo+2+%25287%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9o88N9bN3FQBeRrYwRJXPcYt4tknpH4YXWL60QJgo1vur7u_5EVb_ey078DUKdeKinW1WtQtEkkVLLCvUgaJC1ss_uvJAe0hpaIM0qbWDjWvz0MCxzUU_c6S7brMwk81iVLFfv1Y_8rPR/s320/photo+2+%25287%2529.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This next week, we are headed back to Waco. I have a 5 day math training at Baylor...I must say it will be weird going back into the Math Lab as a teacher and not a Baylor student. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-40820420828545522402011-07-21T10:12:00.000-06:002011-07-21T10:12:49.289-06:00Welcome to Good Burger, home of the Good Burger! Can I take your order?Burgers, burgers, burgers!<br />
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Last week, Chris, Daniel and I drove to In & Out burger in Dallas. It took us a good 40 minutes to get there, 3 circles around the block (the parking lot was full), and another 20 minutes to stand in line to order food. The place was PACKED and the THREE drive-thru lines were awful. Once we ordered we were able to get a seat, thankfully, and the food came out shortly. The price was decent and the burgers were tasty! Can't wait for the one to open in Rockwall :)<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Until next time,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sarah</div>Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-7855161205388164192011-07-10T14:23:00.000-06:002011-07-10T14:23:00.269-06:00Update: Fun ThingsWell since Chris just wrote an outstanding blog about our move and some of the less fun things we have been up to lately... I thought I'd update yall on the more fun things we've squeezed in during the past week or so. <br />
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We first went to a grand opening for a Chipotle (Chris' favorite) and were 2 of the first 100 costumers, so we got free water bottles, stickers, and coupons for free burritos. <br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGGreCN-xY8fvYHLI0jknVzDB7Z6M14oMLlOwZ2XFEkNestcebjaKs6xrtj3nHkeMJSXdnUEugdIx3mQ4u2uoCQEcxVoP4rib3hHVtn9U3NBSTKvqDEDLmroXJQKZRa-2V_indgtWWhGca/s1600/photo+3.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGGreCN-xY8fvYHLI0jknVzDB7Z6M14oMLlOwZ2XFEkNestcebjaKs6xrtj3nHkeMJSXdnUEugdIx3mQ4u2uoCQEcxVoP4rib3hHVtn9U3NBSTKvqDEDLmroXJQKZRa-2V_indgtWWhGca/s320/photo+3.JPG" style="cursor: move;" width="239" /></a>When July 4th weekend rolled around, we were soooo busy with packing and cleaning the house before the closing on the 6th. What an exhausting process! We did, however, have time to go over to Chris' parents for a July 4th cookout and swim gathering. We had delicious hamburgers, hot dogs, and brats that Tom (Chris' dad grilled) and tons of sugary sweets that Jackie prepared. Chris and I loved her cupcakes! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3zltT7bbRfAEZIfPtL40DI8Rgh0S8YWF5aM_r9bozrw-RElG_YNW5gswuM3t_IpugdkHU75vZ6RAX_tY1uJgwuKQCD09k17SjaGSa9Ml_dAbLfeGKde0JlPj7CrT_saSqJ0-QhVxVrF4m/s1600/photo+2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3zltT7bbRfAEZIfPtL40DI8Rgh0S8YWF5aM_r9bozrw-RElG_YNW5gswuM3t_IpugdkHU75vZ6RAX_tY1uJgwuKQCD09k17SjaGSa9Ml_dAbLfeGKde0JlPj7CrT_saSqJ0-QhVxVrF4m/s320/photo+2.JPG" width="239" /></a>Later that night, we met up with Aknight at Govnr's Park for dinner and chatted until the mornin' time. Getting together with Aknight has been an all time favorite of mine... I may not add much to the conversation or understand half the stuff they talk about (it's all in code), but I sure do enjoy it. The picture to the left is indescribable....but it definitely sums up the night. (I don't think he knows I took this picture.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We also went and saw fireworks from Daniel's Park; we were able to see almost all the fireworks that were going off all across Denver. It was amazing and definitely a good spot. The 3rd member of our family, however, doesn't care so much for fireworks. Mick needed a little TLC that night....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpCp1GOcrydHBmK_jxrEp5dILqCa1k2QU5O4dXijiBHXUULaZo4XpjxoT7asd75ETGKQ01-EZaPiYFVY2x5xUtWhwJ43TWCdjx_n13YJwpcGEZUeSeADWtDrG4UphHdV4ZO_KyFl31p8ay/s1600/photo+4.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpCp1GOcrydHBmK_jxrEp5dILqCa1k2QU5O4dXijiBHXUULaZo4XpjxoT7asd75ETGKQ01-EZaPiYFVY2x5xUtWhwJ43TWCdjx_n13YJwpcGEZUeSeADWtDrG4UphHdV4ZO_KyFl31p8ay/s320/photo+4.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The night before the closing, Chris and I went and saw Top Gun at <a href="http://www.redrocksonline.com/">Red Rocks amphitheater</a>. 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I could dedicate a whole post to the drive from Denver to Dallas pulling a U-Haul trailer and the challenges that lie within<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">,</span> but I'll spare you the minutiae of our largely uninteresting challenges that interest...well<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>pretty much us.<br />
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However<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">,</span> as we now begin the house search in Texas<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and Sarah begins to get ready to teach at UHS (while I sort of sit in employment limbo after a<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>in college football terms<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>"soft verbal" employment offer from a school)<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>I need to confess...I now am sick of transition. <br />
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Pretty much from ages 0-22<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>you live life on a regimented schedule<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>school starts here<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>it ends there<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>you do this<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>do that<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>there it is. I was fine with that<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and then I graduated from college<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and I couldn't wait for "the next thing." I would struggle a little bit thinking of where I was working because I wanted to go on to the next thing<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>I couldn't fathom just staying at one place forever. I needed to have my scheduled transitions. It how all American<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>school-going kids are raised<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and I got intensely comfortable with that system. I had many conversations with friends my age in those newly formative post-college years where the idea of 50 years and a gold watch from a company seemed absurd. Everything was a stepping stone<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>"I'll do this job for a little bit<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>to do this job<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and do this to accomplish this<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>etc etc." <br />
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Allow me now to say that I am beyond tired of the stepping stones<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>the transitions. I ache<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and Sarah agrees<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>for a routine<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>even a rut. While all of our most recent transitions have been exceptional and incredible answers to prayer (jobs<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>selling the house<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>moving<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>getting<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>uh<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>MARRIED)<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>we are ready to settle down<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>have a routine<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and spend some years in delightful<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>comfortable predictability. I know that times will change<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>kids will be born and life will throw us some curveballs<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and we begin the transitions all over again<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>but now that we are possibly within a month of being settled in Waco (doing some negotiations with a home owner in the Twin Rivers/Bear Ridge area currently)<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and jobs starting within 6 weeks<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>it looks like our routine<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>our non-transitionary period is upon us<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>and we could not be more excited. I know there will come a time where we can't wait for something new to spice things up<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>but as it stands right now<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>the calm after the storm is what we most eagerly await now. The doldrums of windless sea sounds paradisaical now<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">, </span>at least we'll be able to stop and enjoy the view once and a while.Chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784417218899650388noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-63954567693898301032011-06-30T19:36:00.000-06:002011-06-30T19:36:50.748-06:006 days until the closing! Well folks, today was the day we started packing! I've been wanting to start packing for a few days now...but Chris has his way of talking me out of it! Who really wants to pack?! Definitely not me. It seems like I've been packing a bunch lately...first my Waco apt and now Chris' house! But once this is done, then the fun part begins...finding a house & unpacking/decorating!<br />
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Today Chris conquered the ping pong table. We needed to disassemble it or will not fit in the u-haul. Look how organized all the parts are! He was one determined man.<br />
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Over this past weekend, the house got a new roof! If you read Chris' post about the pains of selling the house, you know the full story behind having to get a new roof to sell the house.<br />
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Chris is currently playing racquetball and when he gets back we are heading to trivia with Hank. They've gotta get as many days of trivia in before we head down to Texas. Ohhh and let me just say, last night they got 1st and I knew the answers to maybe 2 questions--Go ME!<br />
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SarahSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-48014516561685468742011-06-24T16:24:00.000-06:002011-06-24T16:24:46.202-06:00The BEST way to make money!So over the past week or so, Chris and I have decided we needed to get rid of some bulky items that we don't want to move down to Tejas....we are trying to get away with just using a 6'x12' u-haul trailer. Craigslist was the first thing that came to mind. Chris has bought/sold multiple things over Craigslist, so we have had a little bit of experience with this. We listed the various items, thinking it may take 4-7 days, if not more, for us to get rid of the the stuff....<br />
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Well let me just tell you in the past TWO days we have sold...<br />
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Chris did such a great job with setting up times for people to come get the items. He had about 10 people email/text/call him about the wicker...it was craziness!<br />
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Through out the craigslist dealings, we were able to fit in some fun things. Last night, Chris took me to a place that had a spectacular view of the sun setting behind the mountains. It was so beautiful!<br />
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</div>And today we went to the Littleton History Museum. I think we were the only people there that did not have 3-4 kids running around them. I'm not really into museums-but they did have a map of the US from 1720...now that's old!<br />
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Thanks for stopping by! That's it for today :)<br />
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SarahSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04557757960402767168noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-14124805363596740802011-06-22T10:26:00.007-06:002011-06-22T12:43:40.892-06:00Selling House: An Exercise in Pain<span style="font-style:italic;">When the Lamb opened the second seal, it was poured out upon the land. And there went out another horse that was red: and power was given to him that sat thereon to take peace from the earth, and that they should kill one another: and there was given unto him a great sword. I demanded the name of this rider, and she replied, <span style="font-weight:bold;">"I am Melissa, your adjuster from Farmer's Insurance."</span> And at once, the earth was dark. Revelation 6:3-4.</span><br /><br />So, when Sarah said she wanted to start this blog to help friends and family keep up to date with our happenings and such, while to the layman, or say, any normal person, that would come across like, "Oh wow, what a nice idea, I'm sure since you are at such a distance from said friends and family, that idea is really a good one." Well, I am no layman. I immediately seized upon the opportunity to rant and rave to what I am sure will be a mostly uninterested audience (specifically uninterested in my pontification, Sarah's very entertaining, I anticipate interest in her postings)<br /><br />For those of you who have never sold a house before, I envy you. You still have a childish innocence that I feel for me as been ripped asunder. Buying a house is a delightful process. If you have only bought, but never sold, I am sure that in your mind it has been a stressful process, quite exhausting. In the words of Elanor Roosevelt, "Cowboy up, wuss, you don't know the meaning of pain." Ok, maybe she didn't say that, but I promise you she thought it. When you buy a house, you have an agent who does all the hard work, for free mind you, and wants nothing more than to make your sale happen at no cost to you. You have pick of the litter for which house you want to buy, it can be anything! Yes, getting approved for a loan and all that crap is a pain, but really that's about it. But there is a darker side to the real estate aisle.........selling a house.<br /><br />Selling a house is akin to medieval torture, or imagine being stuck in a chair in a white room airing nothing but reruns of Kathy Griffin standup. My experience has bordered on nightmarish. I would imagine the story of selling my house would have been rejected as a potential screenplay for "Saw 7" based on the theory that they couldn't keep an R-rating. I'll save you all the gory details, but let the record show that selling a house is a pain. Not only do you need to keep the place in immaculate shape during your showings, which for me was <span style="font-style:italic;">months</span> long (while I tried to leave as small of a daily footprint in my own dwelling as possible), but you are forced into random escapes sometimes with almost no warning. I've been sitting on the couch, covered in my own disgrace and pretzel crumbs, laundry all over, and gotten a call where I was informed at say, 11:18 that a "showing was scheduled from 11:30 - 1:00." This is a human rights violation as far as I am concerned. This is the Highlands Ranch version of war crimes. <br /><br />But, one day, someone said, "Hey, we want this place." Now, if you've only purchased a house before, never sold, this would come as delicious news. But now that I am knee-deep in this business, I've realized that is only 1/3 of the battle. Inspections have come and appraisals and the like, and we were asked to replace the roof. If you have Farmer's Insurance...run. RUN AS FAST AS YOU CAN. I tried to get my Farmers adjuster out to my house, and keep in mind this is a fella who does NOTHING except inspect roofs. That is his niche. That's his thing. It took a week to get him out here, but he finally did...and it shows up and then says, "Hey, btw, I don't own a ladder. I will came back in a week with one." ARE YOU KIDDING ME? Its his job to inspect roofs! Roofs, I've learned, are not located on the ground. What an idiot. So anyhow...turns out they aren't going to cover anything, because all their capital is going to be appropriated for pictures of ladders, not actual ladders.<br /><br />Insanity. Anyhow, the closing has been pushed another week, and I am ready to perch myself atop a tower with a series of NERF weaponry. I don't want to hurt anyone, and that would be a hilariously insane way to go out. <p><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://collider.com/uploads/imageGallery/Nurf/nerf___american_gladiator_tf08.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 218px;" src="http://collider.com/uploads/imageGallery/Nurf/nerf___american_gladiator_tf08.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><p><center><span style="font-style:italic;"></span>This guy knows what's up.</center><p> So yea, anyhow...things are still moving along, but Lord almighty, is it stressful. But soon we'll be departing for the shores of Waco, and Sarah will start teaching, I'll be doing voice stuff as much as I can, and GutPaks will flow like wine. Pardon the rant, and it most assuredly won't be the last, as I have a wide range of opinions that I am tired of yelling at my dog, because he doesn't care that I think that the fact that "The View" is still on the air technically violates the Geneva Convention, so, I will share with you. I apologize in advance.Chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10784417218899650388noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053373282651730963.post-1973716135818816422011-06-21T15:16:00.004-06:002011-06-21T16:15:18.227-06:00Yummmy BBQ WingsWell, hello blogging world! I was quite leery on starting a blog because a) are people really that interested in what Chris and I are up to and b) I am no writer/English major. But I decided that I should give it a try!<br />
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Today Chris and I, well more so Chris, ventured into making wings! On Sunday we went to the local Farmer's Market in Highlands Ranch and bought some delicious sweet and spicy bbq/wing sauce. We intended on getting fresh strawberries, but ended up with bbq sauce and a new adventure of making wings. <br />
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We first boiled the wings for 15 minutes (I did that!) and then Chris put them on the grill and worked his magic with the sauce.<br />
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Below is the almost finished product :)<br />
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They were so tasty---Way to go CHRIS!<br />
I can't wait to see what else we decide to cook up! We've been pretty creative so far.<br />
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Until next time,<br />
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