Couldn't be MORE true:

A darling friend sent this to me this afternoon.  I love it.  And her.

Thank you AIMEE!!!!!  Can't wait to see you in THUNDER BAY this summer! 

XOXO

IF YOU WERE HERE FOR TEA.

*  Remember when I told you about my two fave bloggers going on hiatus?  WELL, GUESS WHAT?!  In the same week, they coincidentally made their return to Blogland!  This makes my morning routine about 10 minutes longer, as I can't get dressed without feeling informed :)

*  I was humming Christmas carols in the shower today.  I'll leave it at that.

*  I have saved up enough for an iPad and I may just purchase one this weekend.  I am still feeling a bit nervous about buying such a high-tech device, but I feel like it's a must in today's technology-driven world.  Speaking of which......our school is investing LOTS of money into next year's IT plan.  We had a meeting that made my jaw-drop.  

*  Today I confiscated two REALLY fun things from my grade 6's.  Number one - a curly beard.  Yep, beard.  And number two - a poppy egg thingy.  You know - the things that you turn inside out and then they explode into the air when you release them?!  Anyways, middle school has been a wild place to be the last few days (or months) and so the items seemed fitting.  

*  Our latest astronomy project has left me with a phobia of spheres.  I am trying to eliminate them from my life for the time being. 

*  This week has been busy for the both of us.  My schedule is packed with tutoring and Phil is doing a bit of that as well as the usual basketball practices.  His final practice of the year is tomorrow afternoon.  I can tell that he is already starting to miss it.....

*  "Catchers" has become a regular event during my Thursday duty session.  The grade 5's have made me promise to play with them tomorrow and - because it is a spirit day - I get to wear running shoes!  This will allow me to really step up my game this week!  Oh - and Sarah is coming too!!!  She attended last Thursday's game and the girls fell in love with her :)  

Only three more teaching days to go and then EXAMS!  Woweee ka-zoweee!  Home is getting CLOSER and CLOSER! 

XOXO

A + E = LOVE

Out with all of the others (except Sean, perhaps) and in with THIS GUY!  Arie for HUSBAND!!!

Phil and I have expressed our love for early bedtimes before, but on Bachelorette evenings (Tuesday's for us) we make an exception.  Here I am, up at 10:08 p.m. on a school night - after a full day of class, meetings, and tutoring - all giggly and WIRED about LOVE.  When this program is on, better television just isn't possible.  Tuesday nights have officially surpassed Thursday nights in the race for "MOST AWESOME EVENING OF THE WEEK"!  Haha.

Back to Arie.  Sweet.  Funny.  GENUINE.  Can't he just propose now?  Would the producers allow the show to continue with more cute dates.....of THEM?  Dollywood was a hit.  As would any place be with this duo :) 

Enough.  I think it's bedtime.  Phil is almost asleep and the sound of the keyboard is no doubt driving him BALLISTIC.

Sweet dreams y'all!

P.S.  Is it okay to consider Emily as a BFF for the next few weeks?  On second thought, don't bother weighing in.  Even if you say "no", I'm doing it!  LOVE HER. 

NEW WORDS.

Snip:  to cut something with short, quick strokes

This very word had my kiddo's in hysterics yesterday.  I used the word when explaining how to make a certain study tool.

"SNIP, MISS?!"  they giggled.

"Yes, SNIP!" I replied.

And so they sat at their desks, whispering "snip, snip, snip" as they snipped!

In five more school days, you may just find me as a sobbing mess in my classroom.  I love my students!

JUNE 28th

In ONE MONTH we will be waking up in our studio apartment in Toronto.  Probably getting ready to go for a walk along the water.....grab a coffee........you know.  The usual "you can be outdoors in June" sorta stuff.

Eeee!  30 days just doesn't seem SOON ENOUGH!

YELLA, JUNE! 

PAY ATTENTION TO ME!

Lindsay: Babes, I want some tender, loving care.

Phil: (continues to do the laundry)

Lindsay: HUN!!!! I repeat, I want some tender, loving care.

Phil: (laughs, yet continues to do laundry)

5 minutes later.....

Phil:  (gives me a hug)  Here's some TLC for you.

Lindsay:  (fake angry) I'm worth more than an abbreviation!!!!!

Phil:  (laughs)  OKAY!  Here's some "TENDER, LOVING CARE"!!!!

Lindsay:  (sighs) Finally!  Thank you.

On Being Late.

Being late is PERFECTLY okay when it doesn't affect other people.  It's also PERFECTLY okay when it only happens a couple of times - here and there.  However, when you're CONSISTENTLY INCONVENIENCING others, it's time you start using that "accessory" on your wrist as more than such.  Lateness is one of those things that brings out my inner fury.  I actually find it to be a form of disrespect.  I mean, really........is your time more important than mine?!  GAH! 

Rant over.

6 more teaching days to go!!! 

WOOT for the WEEKEND!

Yesterday afternoon Emily came over and we struggled to figure out a photo editing program called Pixlr.  I.T. related issues are not a strength of mine, but with Em by my side, we managed to put together a customized blog header for the first time!  What do you think of it?!  The words "you make my heart beat faster" are from a Matt Nathanson song that Phil and I really like.

Anyways, after our computer frustrations were taken care of, we settled in with some tea and watched a slew of random television:  an African cats documentary, a terrible version of Art Attack (un-British = un-fun), Swamp People (a Wawa recommendation), and good ole Pocahontas.  "Colours of the Wind" was a big hit and we were lucky to have the Huffho's here to join our sing-along. 

This morning we picked up some groceries, tidied up the house, and watched some Biggest Loser contestants jump off the tallest tower in the Southern hemisphere.  The viewing kinda made me want to go and jump off or out of something.  WEIRD, EH?!  Haha.  Such activities seem very nerve-racking and very INCREDIBLE. 

Phil has just left for his final Saturday afternoon practice of the year.  I'm about to hop on the treadmill to rid myself of some stress.  In fact, I may even message Emily to see if she wants to do this workout long-distantly.  We've done it before with great success :)

Okee dokee - to the MILL!  Hope your weekend begins with relaxation and SUNSHINE!

XOXO

Let's Talk WEATHER.

Or does this picture say it all?  You're looking at one of the many images we could have taken this week.  Gross, right?  And the worst part is, the dust seemed to roll in at exactly 2:30 p.m. each day - right when we were heading home from work!  Perhaps we'll have better luck next week with (A) clear skies or (B) a "DUST DAY"!!!

IMPRESSIONS.

While playing a game of "Catchers" (or tag) at recess.....

Grade 5 Student:  Miss!  Having a husband that's a P.E. teacher really pays off!

Just picture Phil and I at home, practicing the game of "tag".  HAHA.