Ashley 1st boyfriend??

Ashley came home from school the other day complaining that a boy wanted to play with her at recess. No big deal, right? Well it turns out he told the girl Ashley was playing with that she could not play with Ashley because he wanted to! He taught her how to throw a football, imagine that.

Luckily, she was complaining about it so I still have a few years before I have to be really worried.

Stay tuned...

Swing of things.

It has been 3 weeks in the new digs and we seem to be settling down a little. Ashley is beginning to like school even though she started a couple of weeks behind. The house is great so far and Ryan and I are mostly over our creeping crud episode. We do not have cable yet so we are missing heroes, but have become hooked on Fringe. I am in class 4 night s a week though so it is difficult to watch much TV.

I have upped the podcast usage now that I have a commute (it is still short at about 15-20 minutes). One that I am particulary enjoying is This Week in Photography (TWIP) which can be found at http://twipphoto.com. This blog/podcast is chock full of tips, reviews, interviews and great photos. There is a bimonthly photo contest and they will even critique photos (in a friendly constructive manner) on one of the forums. If you are interested in photography, give this one a try.

I will be back soon with another update so stay tuned.

The Big Move

We are now in place here in Decatur, AL. There are still boxes needing to be unpacked, but I started at Calhoun and Ashley started 1st grade. The mosquitos are bad, but fall will be here soon and maybe they will ease up a little. More to come soon.

Our Little Cheerleader!

Ashley had her first game as a cheerleader and even got to lead the half-time cheer. She is growing up way too fast. Got the call from Alabama for a second interview, will keep you informed as to how that goes.

Waiting, Waiting, Waiting

Had an interview at Calhoun College in Alabama last week and am still waiting to hear if I will be asked to a second interview. I think the interview went well, but the waiting is truly the hardest part.

Cheers!

Ashley began cheerleading practice this week for the elementary school football team. It is crazy that she is in the first grade already and becoming a cheerleader. It is natural though since she is quite outgoing. We will have cheerleading pictures after the first game in a few weeks.

The job hunt is in full swing now with a few applications out to various schools. Most would start next year, but it is never too early to find something. 

With a new job will probably come another move though, and we all know how traumatic that can be with kids. All of the selective lightening of the load and being whisked away from friends. 

I guess it is better to do it earlier than later though as the lifelong friendships have not been formed yet. As for me, my military brat childhood prepares me for these moves, but I would sure like for the kids to have a little more stability.