GOODBYE, MAY!

Ah, the final day of the second-last month of school! How exciting! Tomorrow morning I can wake up and say, "this month, we are heading HOME!"

Looking forward to seeing all of you!!!

YIPPEE YA-HOOOOOOO!

My good friend Sara is now the proud auntie to an adorable baby girl! CONGRATULATIONS, SARA! I can't wait to exchange "cute niece" stories!

Sending lots of love to Hayes Line,

Linds and Phil
XOXO

Bieber Fever!

I can't believe the craze has spread to the little ones too! My cutie is the blond one on the right! She seems slightly embarrassed about it too, doesn't she?! Haha, it's okay JOYCIE! Girls all over the world are sporting Bieber Gear. And you happen to look quite cute in your JB tee :)

IF YOU WERE HERE FOR TEA.

* Today I asked Phil if we could adopt a puppy named "Chester". He said no. Actually, he said that I had a choice to make: to travel or to have a puppy. I told him that Chester LOVES to travel, at which point I lost any choice. Alas, no dog for Kuwait. But two dogs are waiting for us in Canada!!!

* The cutest grade 5 student ever (who has been a favourite in many school-related posts this year) gave Phil a "Cat in the Hat"-like tail to wear during class this afternoon. He remains the most adorable kid of all time.

* Window washers are BRAVE people. I am currently watching a man wash the windows on the tall building across the road. To him I say: 1) YOU ROCK and 2) Thanks for keeping our city SHINY and CLEAN!!!

* Oprah's final show led to the many tears I anticipated. How giving, compassionate, and open-minded can one woman get?! I'd say we have a good role model to look to, ladies!

* People at school are selling things. Cars, televisions, bedroom sets, mobile phones, etc. What does Phil decide to purchase? A rice-cooker/vegetable steamer. He can't wait to use it tonight! (Haha, just another reason why I love him so much).

* While on "prep" this afternoon I went through a bout of sadness when I realized that I only have a few more classes with my students. Of course this realization has some happiness with it, but I am genuinely going to miss them. They are all so unique and special.

* Phil's basketball team won their playoff game last night and are now advancing to the finals! WAY TO GO, BOYS!

* Have you seen those "power balance" bracelets that have become ridiculously popular?! Well, I think they're sketchy. I have done some research and can conclude that the company likes to "go around the point" instead of "get to the point". Just check out their FAQ section online! The placebo effect is a likely explanation for the undefined benefits of the product.

* The new Gaga album is fantastic! Did you see her interview on Good Morning America? If you've ever doubted this musical genius, you must watch it! You will fall in love with what she stands for and who she is as a person. LOVE HER.

* Last night I came home to the sweetest surprise. Before he left for basketball, Phil made a path of rose petals to the room where my pajamas, charged laptop, and cup of tea were waiting for me! LOVE HIM.

How was your tea my dear?
XOXO

Today, THESE WORDS STUCK WITH ME.

"Take a moment to think about your day. Did you wake up in a bed? Did you enjoy running water, maybe a nice hot shower? Have you eaten yet, or had anything to drink? Have you been able to leave your home without stepping into a war zone?"

- from "Me to We", Craig and Marc Kielburger

I hope they stick with you too :)

My New Bathing Suit.

Now I have to go swimming in Canada. I promised.

Ready in Minutes!

Right now I am CRAVING one of these!!!! Not really sure what made me think of this delicious microwavable, but I can't wait to have one when I get home!!! Yum.......they remind me of good times at Nanny and Pop's :)

WATCH IT!

Hilary Swank never fails to impress. Based on a true story, this movie is about a woman who becomes a lawyer in order to free her brother who has been wrongfully convicted of murder. (<--------- Talk about sibling LOVE!). Even "rom-com only" viewers will enjoy this film :)

SCOTTY THE BODY!

That was one AWESOME Idol finale (<---- judged in terms of my ability to stay awake until 10 p.m.). Beyonce, Gaga, Tim McGraw, TLC (I forgot how much I liked them!), Steven Tyler, Carrie Underwood, Marc Anthony, Bono, Phil (ah-hem, or SPIDERMAN), Jack Black, Tony Bennett.....

And then there was Scotty. The Body. And Season 10's AMERICAN IDOL!!!! YIPPEE!!!!

P.S. Scotty says that he and Lauren are "just really good friends". What he really means is "we're dating but don't want to tell y'all about it yet." YAYAYAYAYAYYYAYAYAYA!

Words Schwords.

Lindsay: Hun, we should turn of the A/C.

Phil: (Laughing) You know what I love about you? I love how you say "we should", when really you mean "you better"!!!

Lindsay: (Smiles)