So yesterday, Chris and I celebrated Valentine’s Day together. I thought he had plans to take me to dinner, so when he got home I was still upstairs getting ready. So he let me be. When I came downstairs he greeted me at the bottom of the stairs to "Cafe La Chris." When I sat down to he asked me what I would like to eat. Inside the picnic basket were my 2 favorite meals from Cheesecake Factory- Lemon Herb Chicken & the Chicken Jambalaya Pasta. We shared them both and it was wonderful! He even had my favorite Cheesecake to top it all off- Godiva! After dinner Chris took me to the Improv comedy club up north to see Robert Schimmel. We had a great time. Then when we got home he surprised me with a card with a print out in side of March 14th. He has an entire day planned out for me- starting with a manicure, pedicure, massage, dinner of my choice, and then off to see Rent at the Music Hall. I don't know what I ever did to deserve such a wonderful and thoughtful husband! I couldn't be luckier!

"Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. Love does not demand its own way. Love is not irritable, and it keeps no record of when it has been wronged. It is never glad about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance." 1 Corinthians 13:4

This quote makes me think of my wedding day and the promise I made to love Chris unconditionally for the rest of my life. Fifty years ago to this day my Grandpa Monte & Grandma Mary made the same commitment to one another. The love that they shared with one another was special. I am so thankful that I had an oppurtunity to see the love that they had for one another and be inspired to have that kind of love in my life. I know that even though she is no longer with us, their love will never die becuase it will live on within all of us who were blessed by their prescence!

The Love of the Game!

It is amazing how fast the weekend goes by when the weekdays seem to drag on forever! Chris and I had a great weekend. On Saturday we went to the KU basketbal game. For me there is nothing better! I don't know what it is about Allen Fieldhouse, but it brings a smile to my face that I can't erase! I think it is for numerous reasons. I have so many fond memories there. I don't know if I have ever missed a year not seeing at least one game there. I remember being there at Senior Days, seeing Wilt Chamberlin have his jersey retired, running to the Fieldhouse in the snow from Lawerence High with Dad, pushing our minivan out of a the snow after a game, and numerous wins! To me it is a magical place. I have so many wonderful memories and look forward to many more to come, but most of all to carry on the tradition I had with my father with my children!

To finalize our weekned, Chris and I had my Dad and Kevin over for dinner while Debbie is out of town. We had BBQ beef, Cowboy Potatoes, and salad. Then after dinner we played Nerts-where we narrowly got beat. Then onto a game Chris and I could do well- Wii bowling. I scored my record high of 210, needless to say the one girl beat all the boys. :-)

Hard Work Pays Off!

Yesterday, Debbie came over and we spent the day remodeling my guest bedroom. Not only did we paint the walls,but we also decided to paint the trim and doors-which I hated!!! So I thought I would share some of the before, during, and after pictures (apparently not in proper order, but it's not my fault). I think it turned out wonderfully! We sure had a great time even though I think we are both in a lot of pain. Oh well.

Well, I have to run. Chris and I are going to see the KU basketball game today, therefore I have to get moving since we also have to run a few errands out in that area too. Have a great day and GO JAYHAWKS!

Open Minded

I know it has been awhile since I last updated my blog. I am already getting busy with school, which scares me since I still have 97 more days left of school. I know it’s sad that I am already counting, but that is what helps me to get through it!

This semester I am taking a class about the Teacher as the Performer. If you know me this is not my area of expertise or comfort for that matter. In this class we have to do a lot of "Theater Games." For example, last night I had to pretend to either sell a product or demonstrate a task while speaking only in Gibberish. I decided that I would try and demonstrate how to wash a car. I thought that it couldn't be that hard, but was sadly mistaken. Anyway, in this class we get graded on our participation and so I am trying to remember that when he asks for volunteers. I think I should just get points for volunteering, not how well I do since that in its self is more that I feel comfortable doing. I just have to keep an open mind about this class. I don't think I will struggle with doing some of the games with the children in my class, but I struggle with doing it in front of grown adults. Like I said only 97 more days!

Alright, now off I go to work out and prepare dinner for tonight. I am trying a new recipe so keep your fingers crossed for me! :-)