It's been one week ...

First, let me apologize for going a week without posting ... It's been a long week and I must say that I have neglected this part of my life just a little. Is it sad that it became a part of my life? I don't know - I like to write, so I will say no.

The past week has been great. Last week, around this time actually, I arrived in Memphis. The car was fully loaded - stuffed with trashes and treasures! Things that I could NOT leave behind were all in my car! (I couldn't leave behind the Mr. Bud - but I unfortunately was forced to) I also had to leave behind my big pink stuffed elephant. He's cute ... but large. He missed his ride. Maybe next time.

It was funny really! Dustin had told me earlier last Saturday (around 12 or so) that he was "cleaning." I figured it wouldn't be much, but I still thought he might clean something! HA! I walked in and it was like a bomb of clothes had exploded across the apartment. Not to mention, he has about 3 or 4 months (at least) worth of daily newspapers strewn about the entry. (He's recently went to a Sunday only subscription ... probably a good idea!) But I was here ... finally. Without shedding a tear.

Then night came and it was time for bed. I cried then. I miss my mom and dad. They are amazing. I cannot believe they are so far away now! When I was in school - they were only an hour away - now they're 6 hours away. It's a totally different feel. I also do not feel at home yet. Memphis is not home... I am not a Memphian. Maybe someday ... but not yet. I still feel like a Farmersvillian to tell the truth. You know the Kenny Chesney song, "Back Where I Come From..." Well Kendal and I used to always put in "Farmersvillian" in place of "Tennessean" ... The irony! Now I'm a Tennesseean!!! I just don't feel like it yet...

I have cooked dinner for Dustin, went grocery shopping, done the dishes, washed the laundry, and organized (some). I hate to organize too much right away because we're contemplating a new apartment company, seein's how this dump decided to raise rent by 24/mo! It's only a 1 bed/1 bath place and they want 825/mo! They are nuts! We've researched a bit and have discovered that 2 beds/1 - 1.5 baths are actually cheaper. So yeah... we're thinking about a move!

Until then, I just sit and wait for Monday. I start my job then ... and I cannot wait. I saw the classroom on Tuesday and it seemed GREAT! The children were playing so nicely and quietly and the room was so perfect. It will be extremely different being in a classroom again - not to mention one that is separated from the rest of the classrooms! I do miss Ava quite a bit and think about her every day. I cannot believe it's been nearly two weeks since I last saw her pretty little face and smile. I bet she's talking even more than she was!!! Maybe even using the potty? I don't know ... but I love her and miss her like family. These three year olds I will be with will be great and I am positive I will fall in love (I do that easily). BUT, they will NEVER be Ava.

Keep an eye out for new photo-of-the-day stuff... I've slacked there too. I've been busy with adjustment - but soon! :) Ciao!!!