All the Pretty Colors

Isn't it crazy how a perfect, beautiful, bright and shining sunset can hold so much power within it?

Seeing an amazing sunset can change your whole mood.*

Next time you see one that catches your eye, just stare at it.
Put down your phone.
Turn down the radio.
Pull over if you have to.
Take some time.

All your cares melt away.
It's really a very warm and fuzzy feeling.

*I would have taken a picture of the one I saw today, but I was driving.  Like always.

I'm definitely having major camera withdrawals though.

The Story of Lauren's First Gray Hair...

So science camp is the highlight of 5th grade. (Other than me!)

Now, we are going to camp December 2-4. This happens to be TWO weeks away. I am in charge of science camp and the time is approaching so I have been trying to keep up on all the final stuff. We always book the facilities for the next year when we are there. Last year we did this as normal.

So... since the time is approaching (remember, TWO weeks away!) I called the place to let them know the classes the kiddos would participate in. As I call and give them my name and the school name, this is the reply I received...



"Umm, we don't have a reservation for you at all..."



I reply with a very calm (Ya right!)... "WHAT! I have 100 5th graders who think they are going to camp in TWO weeks!"



So, I speak with the supervisor, Rich (who I wanted to hug by the time I hung up the phone) and he tells me that it must not have been put in the computer calendar and so they were not planning on us coming for the entire last year!



Now readers, be aware that the reason we always book the next year when we are there is because they fill up so quickly.



Naturally, I am freaking out because I know they wouldn't just have the dates open...



BUT THEY DID! Rich said "You are lucky because our reservation numbers have been so low so many more dates are open."



Holy Cow! So...just then (TWO weeks before camp!) I booked the reservation.



And that...is the story of why I probably have my first gray hair.



Praise the heavens it worked out.

A brief overview. Did I say brief? I meant long.

Things have been so busy lately and the worst part is that it's not over yet. We went to New York last week. It was great. It always makes me homesick. Just being able to see your aunts and uncles, cousins and grandparents whenever you want is so nice. I feel that a lot of people take that for granted because they have always had them around. My cousin Michelle got married to a great guy and they looked so happy together. I love weddings. I will post pics later.

After a LONG flight home on Tuesday it was back to work on Wednesday, bright and early. We had a science camp meeting on Wed. night, and then play practice and a PTO meeting on Thurs. night. Friday happened and sucked and at least Saturday turned out to be relaxing.

So a while ago Kelle and I got forced into creating and running a skit group for the primary musical. After this week it will be over and then we won't have to think about it ever again. Ever. (Lol...ever. That's for you Kelle). We will be rehearsing at Stapley on Mon. and Tues. and then two performances on Wed. and Thurs. and one more for Highland on Friday. Oh, and don't forget that schedule includes teaching 28 students all day long. If I live through this week I deserve to go out and be pampered.

On a good note...I will be attending The Twilight movie on Thursday night. Midnight release. I know, crazy idea! With that full schedule I just spoke of, Kelle and I will run our kids through the performance at Stapley on Thursday night, go to see Twilight which starts at MIDNIGHT (incase I didn't mention that) and then wake up to teach on Friday and do the musical one more time. Yay. I am SO excited to see it though!!

Like I said, if I make it through this week please congratulate me. I need it.

P.S. Collin turned 5 on Wednesday. Gosh, where did the time go? He gets even more cute with each passing year! Party is coming up so I will take pics.

Thanks for listening! Love you all!