Barbie Has A New Boyfriend

This past week "my" precious little cherub's were learning about the -en word family. For those that are confused, this would be words like hen, ben, jen, then, when, and so on. You get the point. Teaching word families is always humorous because they never fail to come up with the most random words.

Normally, we have them brainstorm words, then we read a book about those words and then we move on in the lesson putting those words in sentences and such.

During the brainstorming phase they were having a problem coming up with some of the words.

My teacher asked them what Barbie's boyfriend was named? Each of them had the most puzzled expression on their face and sat silent. She kept saying, "You know, Barbie's boyfriend. Back when I played with barbies she had a boyfriend!" I completely agreed, but still, complete silence. We figured that clearly we were out dated because know one knew Barbie's boyfriends name.

Finally, after some more awkward silence, one of our little boys shouted out "ELVIS!"

Immediately we started laughing. First of all, Elvis has nothing to do with the -en word family. And secondly, where in the world did he come up with Elvis?

I guess Barbie and Ken broke up.

Rumors has it there was a scandalous affair.

To Wearing White

I love the color white. I love wearing it. I love the cleanliness of it. I love how 'bright' it is. Simply put, I love white.

However, white presents one small problem. When wearing white you will always inevitably spill something on yourself. Yes, this is true. ALWAYS, folks, always.

I find this so frustrating as I have a precious pair of trouser white pants from Gap that I absolutely love. I absolutely hate hanging them up in the fall because I know it will be a few months before I can 'legally' (in the fashion world) wear them without being looked down upon. When spring is officially announced, you better believe that those things are off the hanger and on my body in a heartbeat. I wear them every chance I get.

So, I'm on my way to Huntsville on Sunday for my roommates wedding shower and was all excited because I had already planned at stopping at Raising Cane's to eat some glorious chicken strips. (Although, I'm still not sure whether I like Layne's Chicken Fingers, thank you College Station, or Raising Canes' better. Sally got me all hooked on Layne's. They were there first.)

Anyway, I stop at Cane's, pull through the drive through, and then find a quaint parking spot in the shade so I could eat in the car real quick. (I'm not one of those skilled drivers who eats and drives. I get far too flustered.) I park, get my food situated and organized, and before taking a bite, decide to taste the bubbly diet coke. As I proceed to pick up the diet coke, it goes all over me. The lid was not on. I am wearing my white pants. Did I mention at this point I am now in the Woodlands? I live in sweet ole' Cypress. I am 45 minutes from home and am headed to a wedding shower. For the day. Who would think to bring clothes along? Oh, yes, can you sense the frustration?!

I tried the best I could to soak it up quickly, but all attempts failed. The only option I had left now, was to simply buy something QUICKLY before moving along in my journey to Huntsville.

I was highly annoyed and really had no energy to 'go shopping', but I knew it was necessary. My sinuses had gotten the best of me, so I really wasn't feeling 100% fabulous. But, I looked so tacky.

Thankfully, Conroe, just up the road, built a new shopping center. So, to the shopping center I went.

Huge props to Kohl's for being my 'clothes saver' that day. I've never found anything more cute or perfect than I did on Sunday. And for that matter, I did it in 10 minutes. (I know, my friends are probably rolling on the floor laughing. Along with my mom, I am the world's slowest shopper.) Immediately I found a precious, WHITE, skirt. Yup, I'm that dumb and bought something else white. It was the only thing that worked. And I was desperate. On top of finding it quickly, when I went to check out the lady informed me it was BOGO day. Buy one get one free. So, I got a brown one also. Same price. Two skirts for the price of one. (And no, just buying one wasn't any cheaper.)

Jesus does love me. This I do know.

Here's to wearing white!

Oh, and by the way, my pants are now back to normal. Thank you, Spray and Wash.

A Life Update

I have so been waiting to tell you all what my future holds after I become a college graduate, but I couldn't spill the beans too soon. It has been such a journey, but I have a final outcome and I truly could not be more excited. Below I have pasted an email that I sent out to my dearest friends and family a little over a week ago. I am so overjoyed that I can share it with you now! Enjoy!

Hey Sweet Friends! (And Family!)

I hope this email finds you doing so very good! I am well, very busy. This semester has been such a learning experience as I have been student teaching since January at my old school elementary school! I was placed in 3rd grade for 7 weeks and am currently in Kindergarten. Yes, major difference, but I have loved both. And truly, they have kept me equally entertained! Kids really do say the darndest things! My last day of student teaching is May 1st. That date is quickly approaching and I have many emotions. But, the main one is excitement!! After May 1st Sam Houston State University will have nothing to do with me until May 17th, the day of GRADUATION! I can hardly believe that I am about to graduate college. It is so surreal! Yet, I am SO ready!!

The main reason for this “update” is to let you know what the future holds! Clearly, I have been pursuing my degree in Early Childhood Education, and loved every bit of it. (Well, except the late nights, papers, projects, tests, etc.!) ;) A teacher is something I have always dreamed of becoming, ask anybody that has known me since I was 5. My room was turned into “my classroom” almost every day. It even included a chalkboard. This is still a dream of mine, and really, student teaching has given me some wonderful opportunities to actually “be the teacher” and oh, what a thrill it is. Simply put, it comes very naturally to me. But, as of right now, a teacher is not what I will become as of August 2008.

Recently I have been given the opportunity to serve/work at my church as the Girls Ministry Director/Administrative Assistant. This is something that I also have a passion for and love doing. Girls Ministry is what I did last summer as an intern at my church and I truly have not loved any job more than I loved that one! It was a wonderful experience. All I kept thinking was, “I can’t believe I am getting paid to do something I love so much!”

I have not taken this offer lightly and have really struggled with a decision because I was being offered two jobs that I sincerely loved. Both full time. I had to choose one or the other. I have prayed and prayed and have come to the final conclusion that this is where He wants me to serve right now. As I have said and heard a million times, I will ALWAYS have my teaching degree and can go teach whenever I want. On the other hand, this position at church will not always be open and I can’t pass up a wonderful opportunity such as this one. So, as of May 5th, I will be the new Girls Ministry Director/ Administrative Assistant.

I am so overwhelmed with gratefulness/thankfulness, but even more overwhelmed with the fact that the Lord would entrust me with a handful of Jr. High and High school girls. Scary. Simply scary. But I know that He is working in me and through me. If I give myself to Him, He will supply me with what I need to serve these girls, this church, and the staff in a way that brings honor and glory to Him. So, I’m jumpin’ in!

I don’t know what the future holds, how long I will be there, or the Lord has for me in this job, but I know that my heart is filled with unspeakable joy and I cannot wait to join the team!

If you will, please join me in rejoicing with me the next chapter of my life. One that I am so very excited about!! And, if you think of me, would you please pray for me! I know that I CANNOT do this on my own. Only HE can do this thing for me! I would greatly appreciate and covet your prayers on my behalf as I begin this journey!

Much love to all of you!

With a thankful heart,

Lindsee

Complete and Utter Randomness

I have so many blog post's that need to be written, but have neither the time or energy to actually sit and write them all out, so I will condense about 50 posts into this ONE post. I know you are so very excited. Yet again, you shouldn't be surprised because this is supposedly my life these days!

- Somehow, I missed my blogaversary back in January. Yes, sad I know. But I did. After missing that I thought, "It's all good, I'll just make a big deal out of my 200th post!" Well, here we are, and this is my 202nd post. How do I miss these things?!!! Maybe on my 203rd post I'll do something creative. And maybe not. I guess we'll all find out when that time comes. So, until then, happy belated blogaversary to me, and happy belated 200th post to me. (Insert obnoxious noise makers here!)

- After I turned in my HUGE paper on February 25th, I asked you all to pray that I would make at least a high 2 or 3 on this thing. A 3 is the highest you can get. Well, low and behold, FINALLY on Tuesday they posted our scores AND I GOT A 3!!!!!!!! :) I am more relieved now than ever before. So, thank you, thank you, thank you for praying!

- I have recently found a new love for Consumer Reports. Yes, my life is that exciting.

- On December 30, 2006 my bestie, Jen, got married to her precious husband Grant. A week after the wedding, her sweet husband moved her to Louisiana. Was I sad? Oh my gosh, you don't even know. I wish you all could have seen the meltdown I had, AT THE WEDDING, right after they left. It was the ugly cry. And really, the meltdown came from nowhere. I think it was just the finality of everything. I have since then recovered, and have LOVED visiting her. It's so fun. But come May, I won't have to drive 6 hours or take a plane to Baton Rouge because her sweet husband is MOVING HER BACK TO HOUSTON!!! :) Am I excited?! Oh my gosh. Yet again, I may have a meltdown. I am THRILLED. This means we can meet at China Inn for lunch whenever necessary. All I have to do is call. I love it.

- Have you ever done a stair workout? If not, go, right now, do it. It will kick your butt. I have loved the stairs in my house. They provide a wonderful workout. And a sweaty one at that. All you have to do is run up and down, then repeat a few times. Whew!

- I will be a college graduate one month from today! Can I get an Amen?!

Well, folks, off to read up on my consumer reports...

Plates, Plates and More Plates

I would like to introduce to you some new, precious plate colors. I love them! Each of them have their own design and I can't get over the cuteness. Here they are:

Red!

White

Yellow (Or "Lellow" as I like to say!)

Pink!!

And my new favorite, Green!

Of course I had to experiment and put my favorite verse on it! :) I love it!

Here are some plates I have recently done for some people! I have to say, every last scripture or quote you all think to put on these is just perfect! I have loved them all!

If you are interested in any just email me at lindsee.eddy@gmail.com! Remember it is $10 for the plate alone and $20 for the plate and stand. Feel free to contact me and I would love to work with you! :)

Oh, and go ahead and stop by my besties blog to see the new "Round Top Collection" items she has just started selling. Talk about some precious stuff, it is the epitome of precious!

Old Toothbrushes

Last Saturday I had the grand pleasure of cleaning the bathroom. I love that job. (Insert sarcastic voice) I will say it is MUCH nicer sharing it with one boy, rather than two, which I had to do until I left the nest. But alas, I am now back, but only one brother still lives here. Still, it gets nasty. The Lord has prepared me GREAT for marriage in this aspect because sharing a bathroom with a boy will be nothing new. Thank you, Jesus.

The thing is, I didn't just clean it, I slaved in that bathroom for a good hour, at least. We have three cabinets in there, and frankly they are all filled with junk. Pure junk. It was time to clean out the cabinets, so that's what I did. I have to admit, much of the junk was a lot of my old products (which were hilarious to clean out!), but there were the random things, like old deodorant tubes, braces rubber bands, retainer boxes, a highlighting kit (???!!), and many others.

My favorite, "junk item" was all of the toothbrushes. And boy, did we have enough. You see, my mom was always good about keeping extras, so when someone came over and spent the night, if they didn't have a toothbrush, all was well. She had extras. It actually ended up that each of my best friends, and my brothers friends just about all had a toothbrush of their own at the house. Along the way, though, each of them have been tossed. All of the ones that I found stashed away were nameless, yet open. Into the trash they went.

Except for some odd reason, I found Sally's. Yes, I did toss it, but only right after I sat and reminisced about all of our old sleepovers. Oh my gosh. Those were the things to be at. Normally it was myself, Jen, and Sal at these and I can't tell you what went on. We were always coming up with things to do, or even better, things to talk about. Sally had a lot to say, and a lot of wisdom. ;) We shared anything and everything with each other. I think a lot of her wisdom came from her three older sisters.

I'll never forget when we talked about things like (sorry boys) how to make our b***s get bigger. Seriously. Our solution was to each jello. Supposedly eating jello enhanced that part of the body. So into the kitchen we went.

Or, when we all talked about starting our 'menstrual cycle' to put it nicely. (Again, sorry boys!) Sally was always first at everything (Sorry Sal), so she, like I said, had much wisdom.

Then there's all the 'dress up' things we did. Pictures we took. And MAJOR laughs we had. Our nicknames you ask? Burps, B***s, and Bubbles. Can you guess who is who? ;)

Of course we can't forget when I decided I needed to use the Clean and Clear face wash before going to bed and ended up waking up with hives all over my face. Oh boy, what a disaster. You would have thought I learned my lesson then, DON'T USE CLEAN AND CLEAR. Oh, but no. I think I used it again the next week, only to have the same thing happen. That was in 6th grade?! I haven't used Clean and Clear since then.

I am laughing so hard right now. Sometimes I wish for those days. But they are far gone. My girls are married and living in different parts of the world. It's sad, but, every time we're back together, it's like nothing has changed. I love that. I love the story the Lord has written for each of us. And, I love that we long to see that story played out. I love these girls with my whole heart. And now, I even love their babies! (WEIRD!) Sally is about to be a mother of two. Someone pinch me. I am just about to graduate college. Of course, I took the 5 year route. The are my 'home girls' and nothing will change my love for them.

It's amazing what one toothbrush can lead to. Oh, the memories. I love old toothbrushes.

Boring Blogger Here

Um...I think I win the award for "World's Most Boring Blogger!"

Y'all, why have I not been able to write anything lately?!

Truth be told, I have a TON going on. I am constantly on the go and blogging is on the back burner. It's sad. Because I love blogging. I really do have tons to say. I have been learning so much, but sometimes I don't know how to put it into words. You know what I mean? And then when I sit down to try and write, I am overwhelmed with how much I have to say, than I just give up!

So for now, I am a boring blogger! :)

Since I am too overwhelmed, once again, to write anything, you get to here my ramble. Which means randomness in numeral order. Aren't you thrilled?

1) I have 3 WEEKS left of student teaching. Oh my gosh. Insert huge *GASP* here. That means that I graduate in 5 WEEKS. Seriously. I may faint. ;) It is all so very surreal, but I am so very ready.

2) Last weekend was the FIRST weekend since January that I had NOTHING on my Calendar. And I'm not lying. Do you know how good it felt? Do you know how much I accomplished? A LOT! I FINALLY cleaned and put back together my room at home. I can finally breathe, and rest peacefully. Really though, this semester has been nothing short of insane. A weekend break was nice. Pictures will come soon of my new done/clean room! I love it. :0)

3) I have been making some more plates and it has been so fun. It has been so fun that I went crazy and bought some more colors. I now have a pale green (love it), pink, white, yellow, and a different red. I promise to post pictures of that soon, too!

4) Megan's (my roommates wedding!) is getting closer and closer. 06-07-08. This means I've been busy with showers and what not! It's so fun. I am sure she is feeling the stress of it, but I am so very excited. We just got our dresses and they are gorgeous. Good job, Meg!

5) Kindergarten is so fun. I wish I could sit down with all of you and tell you all the funny stories. Especially with their voices. They are precious. Let me say one thing, they are not ashamed of ANYTHING. And by that, I mean their bowel movements. As gross as this is, it really doesn't affect me since I grew up with 2 brothers. Lets just say that pooping is a huge thing. They love to do it and talk about it. I can pretty much tell you that we've had "potty" issues at least once a day. If not more. This includes #1 and #2. Just telling you the honest to goodness truth. Don't you love it?! (Sorry for those of you that may be dry heaving now!)

6) Jon & Kate Plus 8 is such a joy. Since Monday's have been pretty quiet around here lately, I've been able to sit and enjoy. And boy do I enjoy. I love that precious "little" family. One reason for the love is because they remind me of this little boy (and family) who I miss so much. If you think of them, pray for them, would you?! They are doing some mighty works for our God and I know they would covet your prayers! I love and miss you so very much, Jon and Sal!

7) I think I am out of randomness. Although it never fails that I walk away from the computer and think of 1834 other things. :)

Love you all! Have a wonderful Thursday night. I'm off to get some exercise!! :) (Or "lettercise" if I was in my classroom right now punching out the ABC's to Rocky's theme song.) And yes, I know that probably didn't make any sense to y'all.

Charlie Bit My Finger

You have to take one minute out of your day to watch this! It is absolutely hilarious and quite precious I might add!

Mistaken Identity

I don't know if you all remember back in 2006 when a bad car accident in Indianapolis killed everyone in the car but one girl. All along they thought the one girl survivor was Laura VanRyn. But, all along, they had been wrong. Whitney Cerak was the actual survivor. For 5 weeks the VanRyn's took care of, what they thought, was their own daughter/sister. And, the Cerak's barried 'their daughter'. Yet, all along, it was all mistaken identity. The VanRyn's had been taking care of a complete stranger, and the Cerak's buried a complete stranger. Simply astonishing.

This past Friday night the whole story was aired on 20/20. I didn't see it, but I did catch it on Oprah yesterday. Y'all, both of these families are more incredible than you can imagine and love Jesus Christ and proclaim His name like no other. God was up to something HUGE when this all happened, and He still is!

You can go here and read the story, and then go here to see the Cerak's blog. You will be so blessed by their encouragement and love for Jesus.

Yesterday, as I was exhausted after school and being lazy on the couch watching Oprah, I could have jumped up and down at their answers to Oprah's questions. At one point she asked them how they could forgive the man that did indeed mistake the identities. The dad came right out and said it was because of the forgiveness that Jesus Christ has shown us on the cross that we can truly forgive anybody, and the relationship they have with Him that constantly keeps them going. They are such a testimony to our amazing God. Seriously, take one look at their blog and you might jump up and down, too. Without Jesus this life would indeed be impossible to deal with. Thankfully, we have a hope and a future. Praise Him!

I praise Him for these wonderful families. Both have been through traumatic experiences but are more than willing to share Jesus Christ love with anybody who is willing to listen. I cannot even begin to imagine the joy of the Cerak's as their daughter was 'resurrected', or better yet, imagine the pain of the VanRyn's when they realized their daughter was no longer with them. Thankfully, they have a relationship that has given them hope!

I hope you all are as encouraged as I am by their story! And, I simply cannot wait to read the book that both families just published together! Goodnight, y'all!

7 Random Facts

I just got back from Houston Premium Outlets and was just delighted to see that sweet Tammie had tagged me to do these '7 random facts' about myself. So fun. I have no idea if you will be the least bit amused or entertained by these, but I am excited to do it!

Of course, before you get to know me a bit more, you have to know the rules:

The Rules:

Link your tagger and list these rules on your blog.
Share 7 facts about yourself on your blog, some random, some weird.
Tag 7 people at the end of your post by leaving their names as well as links to their blogs.
Let them know they are tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

So, here goes nothin', folks!

1) You have to know first and foremost that the outlets I just returned from will be the absolute death of me. Or my money, I should say. Oh my gosh. Fact be known I am a sucker for shopping. I absolutely LOVE to shop. The fact that this outlet is 15 minutes from my house can either be a good thing, or a bad thing. Umm, there is a COACH. GAP. BANANA REPUBLIC...and SO many more. (All outlets folks, all outlets!) This is bad, very bad.

2) As an almost 23 year old, I still hate, to this day the dentist and sleeping at my home when nobody is home. If I know that I will be home alone for the night (and by this I mean WHOLE night) I either call somebody and act like a baby, or get the worst night of sleep ever.

3) If someone says something, and what they say happens to be part of a song, I will inevitably bust out in song. I cannot contain myself.

4) I am OCD about a few things. Two things being that my bathroom routine at night getting ready for bed, and morning shower routine, are always the EXACT same. Even if I'm exhausted or running late. If something is different I am thrown off for the rest of the day. I also WILL NOT go to bed without washing my face. (Sometimes this makes for a long night when I have no desire/energy to get up and go to bed.)

5) Part of the reason for #4 and the obsessive washing of my face, is because I use to have to worst acne ever. Seriously. It was so bad I was actually on Acctuane for about 9 months. I do realize that my skin is now very clear, and for that I am so grateful! I wouldn't wish acne on anybody!

6) Once again, in my almost 23 years of life, I have never dated anybody, kissed anybody, or had a boyfriend. Yet at the same time, I have never been more content in that. Yes, I want to be a wife and mother someday. Yes, yes, yes! And hopefully, sooner than later. But Eph. 3:20 isn't my favorite verse for nothing. I know and BELIEVE that HE can do more than I can imagine. I believe this for the story He has for me. I want to be apart of HIS story for my life, not the one I've written for myself! I know in HIS perfect timing that I will meet and fall in love with the man of my dreams! until then, the Lord wants my attention. He wants me to fall in love with Himself and serve Him in ways that I otherwise couldn't! So, I will do just that!

7) And last but not least, even though I stand close to 6 ft. tall (and could technically be apart of the Tall Texas Club) I was born 6 weeks pre-mature. Yup, I was a preemie! :) (I also use to put myself down for naps as a child. No joke. I still do!)

Hope you enjoyed the randomness that is my life.

Now I tag:

Fun to sit with, Debra
I love me some Fran
The Preachers Wife, Lisa
I love my hugs from Nancy
Sweet Missy (The other kindergarten teacher!)
Precious little Ella and Janelle
My 'old' friend, Dana

Know that I wanted to tag all of you, but I had a limit of 7! Even if your not tagged play along and leave me a comment with 7 of your random things!

Nighty night, y'all!