September

Well, as I look back and see that we are at the half way point of September I thought I would update. I have been very busy subbing this month and have learned and will continue to learn a lot. Starting Monday I will be starting a two week subbing job at the middle school in special education and am excited to see what I will learn and how it will be. I can not believe the month is almost over.

In remembrance of 9/11

As yesterday was the 8Th anniversary of September 11th, I could not help but remember where I was that day and exactly what I was doing as so many others. I can remember that I was waiting to go to my Latin class and a fellow classmate had told us all what had happened and as we walked in the class we were sure the professor would have said something. Class went on as normal and at the end of class we took a quiz, now I do not remember what the quiz was over but, I do remember the last "bonus" question. It said: what happened this morning. That was all that was said. Then I went on to my other classes which were sociology where we were really able to talk about it and ask why and then on to mass media, where we were all glued to the TV's. I remember thinking everything on campus was strangely quiet and walking by seeing no one talking and just watching in disbelief of what had happened that morning. I remember having to tell my roommate about what had happened, she was asleep.

Every generation has something that defines it. My parents generation was Vietnam and President Kennedy's death. For my grandparents it was Pearl harbour and the Great depression and for mine, it has been September 11th. I never really understood the sadness that my dad always talked of or really what he was talking about until that day. Then I along with the rest of my generation lost all innocence that day and now have a new understanding of the world around us, shaped by that one day and that one event, knowing the next day nothing would ever be the same again. Then, the beginning of the wars on terror. On the memory of this day I would like to thank all of the people out there fighting for me and giving the ultimate sacrifice to keep us all safe. I would like to thank my brother for what he does everyday, while he has been fighting in Afghanistan, and await for his arrival home soon. So, on this day I would say to everyone stop and give thanks to those around you and remind your loved ones how much you care for them and love them on this day of remembrance.

subbng

This week I have been subbing a lot. I was called to sub for someone for two weeks at the end of September to the beginning of October. This will keep me busy. Subbed for two days at Bradfield and I am off to U.P. today for half day and then next week a full day in resource at the middle school. So far a great start.

Dealey and Trevor's wedding weekend

This labor day weekend was Dealey and Trevor's wedding. The weekend was kicked off on Thursday, with a party with the Hamburger man. The hamburger man has been around forever. What he does is he comes and sets everything up that is needed and grills the hamburgers, chicken and anything else you want in the back. The party was a huge success and everyone enjoyed the selection of: hamburgers, cheeseburgers, veggie burgers and chicken. As the party went on we got to watch a beautiful lightening storm that with in an hour or so started to poor down.

Friday, started off with a fun bridesmaids lunch. Everyone had a great time and that is when Dealey handed out the bridesmaids and flower attendant's gifts. She picked out beautiful pearl necklaces and ear rings that went great with the dresses. Then everyone left and met back up at the church for the rehearsal and then went on to rehearsal dinner at Mattito's where we had excellent food and saw a great slide show all about Dealey and Trevor growing up. A lot of work went into making the event so special for Dealey and Trevor.

Saturday the wedding day all of the bridesmaids and attendants met up at the hotel to start the process of getting ready for a 5 pm wedding. We had our hear done and then all went back to the hotel and hung out with Dealey as she got ready. Then we took a shuttle from the hotel to the church. We had to be there by 3 or so and got there about 2:15 and just hung out some more and got ready for our pictures. I had so much fun meeting new people and was honored to be in the wedding too. Then the wedding began at five, but not with out a few people that were running a little late rushing by us. Then, the wedding began. After the wedding we went on to take more pictures with everyone and then went on to the reception.

The reception was so much fun, it was at the Aldridge house on Swiss avenue. We did a few more pictures on the way in and then got to see everyone at the rehearsal and relax. There was a photo booth where you could get pictures taken and then a table next to it where you could paste a picture on and write something to the bride and groom. Then they cut the cakes and had the first dance all early, which is great. Then, Dealey finally through the flowers. She told me she was trying to aim for me, but I did not get them, her sister Amy, the maid of honor got them instead. But, I was a close second. Then Dealey and Trevor went on their way.

All and all it was a great time with many memories that will last all a lifetime.

an upcoming busy weekend and a wedding

This week has been great so far and it is only Tuesday. Wednesday, I am having lunch with a friend and working on some other things. Thursday will be very busy as I will be subbing at Highland Park Middle School in 8th grade math, so I am hoping all goes well with that. Usually, I do only elementary but thought I would try it and see how it goes. Also, Thursday night is an engagement party for Dealey and Trevor, and the hamburger man will be there. I am excited about that. Then Friday the business continues, We have the bridesmaid luncheon at noon and then the rehearsal for Dealey's wedding at 5 and then the rehearsal dinner at 7. Then Saturday, is Dealey's wedding day and I am sure it will be jam packed. All in all it will be a great weekend with lots of memories made. The best part is that this weekend is a holiday weekend so we get two extra days to recover :)