tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9940942381597517592024-03-13T05:49:11.248-07:00these days...Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-90599537562848106622012-09-11T05:25:00.001-07:002012-09-11T05:25:23.581-07:00blogging hiatus…<p><font face="Georgia">I just realized that the last time I blogged was the night before Luke was born and that was <em>ten </em>weeks ago. For those five faithful readers, I apologize. I have no excuse except LIFE! I will try to play catch up on the past ten weeks - nothing too eventful. Just life in general...</font></p> <p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VNhOhDBI8O4/UEno_WizHvI/AAAAAAAABFI/OmlRLUbOyWY/s1600/MFP-323.jpg"><font face="Georgia"></font></a></p> <p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-h090gDD2IZU/UEnpCnT4rsI/AAAAAAAABFQ/uvARhuTwQLQ/s1600/MFP-325.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-h090gDD2IZU/UEnpCnT4rsI/AAAAAAAABFQ/uvARhuTwQLQ/s320/MFP-325.jpg" width="213" height="320" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Georgia">The end of June was spent recuperating from the wedding, seeing Luke be born, and many other things. It is a strange feeling when a childhood friend has a baby. Katie was preggers in our wedding and she hung in like a trooper. She danced, she took pictures, she laughed, and she was perfect. </font></p> <p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VNhOhDBI8O4/UEno_WizHvI/AAAAAAAABFI/OmlRLUbOyWY/s1600/MFP-323.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VNhOhDBI8O4/UEno_WizHvI/AAAAAAAABFI/OmlRLUbOyWY/s320/MFP-323.jpg" width="320" height="213" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Georgia">A short two weeks after the wedding, we (Katie and Patrick's families and Auntie Favorite) welcomed Luke Patrick Linder into the world. He was nothing short of perfect. I know that Katie and Patrick are wonderful parents. Skipping ahead a little bit, Tuesday after Labor Day was Katie's first day back since Luke was born. I truly missed my teaching friend. It is so nice to have her back down the sidewalk for the rest of the year!</font></p> <p><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-A-mnSm5mcD8/UEnpw5flLkI/AAAAAAAABFY/7hDqiqHJBfE/s1600/DSC_1611.JPG"><font face="Georgia"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-A-mnSm5mcD8/UEnpw5flLkI/AAAAAAAABFY/7hDqiqHJBfE/s320/DSC_1611.JPG" width="320" height="214" /></font></a></p> <p><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IqhWTwZTgoc/UEnp_OrC5KI/AAAAAAAABFg/_ZtaCEZnanQ/s1600/DSC_1601.JPG"><font face="Georgia"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IqhWTwZTgoc/UEnp_OrC5KI/AAAAAAAABFg/_ZtaCEZnanQ/s320/DSC_1601.JPG" width="320" height="214" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Georgia">I was right about Katie and Patrick being wonderful parents. Luke is precious and they are wonderful as a family of three.</font></p> <p><font face="Georgia">In other news, Momma and Daddy purchased a River Camp on the Tombigbee. It truly is one of my family’s most favorite places in the world so I am sure it will get lots of use!</font></p> <p><font face="Georgia">Daniel and I are as happy as ever being married. It has been an adjustment but a good one! Our wedding day was seriously the best day ever. I look at pictures <em>all</em> the time and realize how blessed we <strike>were</strike> are to have such wonderful family and friends. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HkCvQdRE2Yc/UE8tibnrh1I/AAAAAAAABF0/CR-TogeHHaA/s1600-h/wedding%2525201%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="wedding 1" border="0" alt="wedding 1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-MidW37oCrPY/UE8ti6ZGhiI/AAAAAAAABF8/SZQunUrSGKQ/wedding%2525201_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="314" height="235" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Georgia"></font></p> <p><font face="Georgia"></font></p> <p><font face="Georgia">In other big news for our family, this little guy…</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Bjz2ynqUQjc/UE8tjh6c9sI/AAAAAAAABGE/mvZDx_H25YU/s1600-h/DSC_1711%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1711" border="0" alt="DSC_1711" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2xHEm-l3cOc/UE8tj99pt9I/AAAAAAAABGM/g2cn8cWWgPU/DSC_1711_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Georgia">is going to be a big brother in April. We are all hoping for a girl (at least I am) but all we really want is a healthy baby and a not jealous big brother. Rhett is at such a fun age. He started at Little Saints in August and I <em>LOVE</em> watching him on the playground. He loves to come to “Aunt Curt’s” room with the pencil on the door. His teachers tell me that he looks out the window at my classroom at least once a day which makes my heart very happy. </font></p> <p><font face="Georgia">Morgan hit his first hole-in-one and won the club championship at the end of the summer. The hole-in-one was a first but the club championship was a repeat. The entire family was very proud of both… </font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-dCwv-mOTNEg/UE8tklkPSlI/AAAAAAAABGU/GKDmuTGRc9g/s1600-h/DSC_1617%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1617" border="0" alt="DSC_1617" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-dhrM5WARG8c/UE8tlPtK4yI/AAAAAAAABGc/EiM36G63pI8/DSC_1617_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></font></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-jqD5imjUX8E/UE8tlxtbrPI/AAAAAAAABGk/0vkwM74YZ-o/s1600-h/DSC_1836%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1836" border="0" alt="DSC_1836" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-D9qWUmqBqbE/UE8tmWbF4VI/AAAAAAAABGs/rVfsDc-x_Uw/DSC_1836_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></font></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-wnZE0pHihUY/UE8tnfO_RyI/AAAAAAAABG0/yqgvzuwqTvk/s1600-h/DSC_1837%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1837" border="0" alt="DSC_1837" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-zp9pxT3dpQg/UE8tpUXSf8I/AAAAAAAABG8/xXnGIJLoWHM/DSC_1837_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></font></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-4c-1s0FoSLs/UE8tqMbWJ6I/AAAAAAAABHE/lA16-GhfHJo/s1600-h/DSC_1839%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1839" border="0" alt="DSC_1839" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-8VW9_PUgaTY/UE8tqpvDeTI/AAAAAAAABHM/Lp_sEim91zI/DSC_1839_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Georgia">Can’t finish this blog without another wedding picture… </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-xHJIR5OHNyg/UE8tr_ge_5I/AAAAAAAABHU/kBPqdcfNpl8/s1600-h/MFP-1169%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><font face="Georgia"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="MFP-1169" border="0" alt="MFP-1169" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VUmzQVpnTuc/UE8tsg25TCI/AAAAAAAABHc/BmiwUS60LT0/MFP-1169_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="361" height="248" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Georgia">I will try to be back sooner than ten weeks but I make no promises… until then!</font></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-48028767782659277952012-06-25T14:40:00.001-07:002012-06-25T14:40:54.700-07:00in a different chapter of their lives…<p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">As Daniel and I begin our new chapter of being married, one of my best friends Katie and her husband Patrick will begin a new chapter of being parents. Tomorrow, June 26, 2012 we will all welcome Luke Patrick Linder into the world. While his original due date was July 14, 2012, he is ready to come early. I am sure it is because he wants to meet his Auntie Favorite. I know that Katie and Patrick will be wonderful parents. They are always smiling and laughing and after two years of marriage I can still tell that they love each other more each day. I will be back with some real pictures of Luke out of the tummy but for now – here is his last sonogram picture!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-iwvWv0AgzJs/T-ja4D-7yoI/AAAAAAAABEU/x2YR_YoK45o/s1600-h/photo%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo" border="0" alt="photo" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-folLpHgf-Dk/T-ja5JWVhOI/AAAAAAAABEc/rcsgHmHfYAI/photo_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="201" height="271" /></a></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-85749450068194010492012-06-25T14:22:00.001-07:002012-06-25T14:22:18.948-07:00in other words…<p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">There will be a very lengthy wedding recap soon – for now, I am posting about the wonderful people who helped to make our day so wonderful! I made a speech at the rehearsal dinner attempting to thank all the people who helped and I am certain that I failed miserably. It was the most emotional part of the entire weekend and it was also one of the most important. Behind the tears, this is what I had intended to say…</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">To my wonderful bridesmaids – you girls are the best. I am blessed with beautiful and sweet friends who have dealt with a Type A bride for 15 months and never said a word!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Katie – my friend for the longest and the most pregnant. At eight months preggers, you have been a trooper. You have been down the sidewalk to help me choose fonts and approve every little decision that was made. You are a precious soul and I am lucky to have such a wonderful friend in you!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Sara – my kindred spirit. You are one of the most important people in my life. You are the person I count on to make my sweet big brother a happy man. You are kind and unselfish, you are laughter and you are medicine to a friend. You are the sister I never had and will always love.</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Rachael – my first friend besides the bad boys. At a mere fifteen months older, you were always there to show me the ropes of life. You have been such a wonderful role model in everything. It is hard to believe we are both getting married this year. I cannot wait to stand beside you as you become Mrs. Stone in a few months!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Amanda – my new sister. I am blessed to have you, Sage, and Rhett as a part of my life. I have had the best time watching you grow as a mother and Rhett grow as a precious boy! You are a wonderful sister to Daniel and a great friend to me. Being across the street, you have also endured the planning process like a champ. I am ever thankful for the many glasses of wine consumed over this wedding and planning!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Christy – When I met you on your wedding day five years and one week ago, I had no clue we would become such wonderful friends. From day one, you have treated me like family. You and Josh have opened your home and your hearts to Daniel and I without reserve. I have enjoyed watching you and Josh grow in your marriage! You are a great example of a wonderful marriage. I thank you for your friendship and love!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">K-Dawg – my best friend. You are the greatest friend I could have ever dreamed of. When you talk about our friendship, you always say that I got you through school – the truth is you totally got me through college. If it had not been for the laughter and support from you, I would have driven myself crazy! You are a free spirit with a kind heart. You are a great example of unselfish love! I am a better person for having known you and you are a blessing in my life.</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Maggie – my sweet little baby! From our Disney World trips to the many play dates in Lisman, you have helped to mold me into the person I am. From the fiery red headed two year old to the beautiful young lady here today, I have loved watching you grow!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Sage – I can’t say much about you except you have been a trooper for the past fifteen months. Tomorrow at about 6:30, I give you your summer back!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Josh – I can’t say enough great things about you. You have been a wonderful friend to Daniel over the years. Whether it was working on our wedding slideshow or opening the doors of your new home for me to have a much needed few days away, you have always been there for us! Daniel is blessed with great family and I am happy to be a Vick tomorrow!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Shane – Daniel is lucky to have such a great big brother to look up to. You are funny, sweet, and a wonderful Daddy to your sweet girls. We are blessed to have you all in our lives.</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Morgan and Tyler – my sweet boys. Some people spend their entire lives looking for a best friend. I was lucky to be born with two who lived right down the hall. You two have been constant through my whole life. You have always been there for love, support, to knock me down a notch, and definitely for laughter. As momma and daddy have always told us, I love you the same for different reasons. Morgan, I love you because no matter how many things change, you always stay the same. You are a blessing to those around you and a wonderful big brother. Tyler, I love you because of your fun personality. You are the laughter that lights up a room and the story that needs to be told again and again. I love your contagious laughter and never ending smile. You are both blessings to me and I am forever thankful to have you in my life!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Cole – I have loved watching you grow up. You are a precious young man and we are happy to have you in our wedding. I still think you should be little enough to be the ring bearer but I am happy of the young man you have grown into!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">To our parents – most couples today cannot say that their parents have been married for thirty years each but Daniel and I can both say that. Both of our parents will tell you they have not been an easy thirty years but that they have been worth it. We are blessed to have two wonderful examples of long lasting marriages!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Mr. Danny and Mrs. Mary Ann – I thank you for the sweet, caring, giving, and precious son that you raised. He is a blessing to my life and all the lives around him. I know that he was raised right because the day I met him he was as kind as he is today. You are great parents and have raised a fine son!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Momma and Daddy – I am certain that I got the best of the best on parents. You have been nothing short of amazing my entire life. I could not have planned this wedding without the help of you both. Momma, you have had a punch list from the get go and you have punched it hard. I am certain we would not have food, flowers, or tablecloths if it wasn’t for you! Daddy, from finishing mine and Daniel’s new home to making sure every piece of tin was up and the columns were painted, you have exceeded your father of the bride duties! I hope you both remember that I am always your little girl and that you are not losing a daughter but gaining a son. Remember that no matter how old I get or how big my butt gets that I will still fit in both of your laps!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Daniel – my best friend. Our song “Carried Away” by George Strait says “I get carried away by the look by the light in your eyes. Before I even realize the ride I’m on, baby I’m long gone.” The past five years have been a wonderful ride. Tomorrow we celebrate five years – during these five years, we have gone from friends to boyfriend/girlfriend, to engaged, and tomorrow we finally become husband and wife. You are the most amazing man I know. You are giving, kind, supportive, funny, and everything that is perfect to me. Sacrifice does not being to describe what you have done for me. From picking up and moving to Butler to smiling and being supportive through every wedding decision, you have been amazing in every way! You are my best friend and my forever and my always!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"></font>-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">I know these words mean little to nothing to other people but they mean the world to me. I cannot explain how wonderful my friends and family were the entire weekend. </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Here is my favorite picture of the wedding party…</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KOUiJGx5Skc/T-jWhn9ApwI/AAAAAAAABD0/fNMoX-A53YA/s1600-h/photo%2525202%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 2" border="0" alt="photo 2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-YfobhqpC-2U/T-jWiYnEAAI/AAAAAAAABD8/5USQSVZ51nc/photo%2525202_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="327" height="225" /></a></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-3553421713157776242012-05-17T14:18:00.001-07:002012-05-17T14:18:09.131-07:0023 days…<p><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS">If you think you read that wrong, you didn’t… there are exactly 23 days until our wedding. I . Am. Pumped. At this point, all the big things are done and it really is the details. On the bright side, today was my last day of school. I officially survived my first year of teaching and it was an absolute blast. I am anxious for next year and all the things it will hold. Right now, I am anxious for June 9. This is a little bit of what has been keeping me busy…</font></p> <p><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS">FBC Shower – April 22, 2012</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-pQKcdFnypcc/T7Vqb1ikFMI/AAAAAAAAA80/4rjrLp7i7lI/s1600-h/DSC_1685%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1685" border="0" alt="DSC_1685" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jpvBEer4oKI/T7VqclW54_I/AAAAAAAAA88/aGu4w1N48-o/DSC_1685_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></font></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-r_u9GefQBtc/T7Vqd1WJblI/AAAAAAAAA9E/xAiPsVLVjyg/s1600-h/DSC_1697%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; 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border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 1" border="0" alt="photo 1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-HrMiMSmdtGw/T7VqoZDCDPI/AAAAAAAAA-s/byeuqIT2mo0/photo%2525201_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="164" height="244" /></a></p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-nTQr3DQ27nk/T7Vqoxrpx8I/AAAAAAAAA-0/wUcL32MrmlE/s1600-h/photo%2525202%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 2" border="0" alt="photo 2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-8G4gUUwNMcY/T7VqpaKXbOI/AAAAAAAAA-8/zaU6Mm5nnEc/photo%2525202_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-EOLGNQ7cj9k/T7Vqp28XrPI/AAAAAAAAA_E/inhu950PtUs/s1600-h/photo%2525203%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 3" border="0" alt="photo 3" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-P5JT_rVdvig/T7VqqsKR_8I/AAAAAAAAA_M/b7t6awOysmU/photo%2525203_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cQ3CM_DyfOQ/T7VqrKLmACI/AAAAAAAAA_U/wZwLc_mSk64/s1600-h/photo%2525204%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 4" border="0" alt="photo 4" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mlBiUNWcs90/T7VqsF39e9I/AAAAAAAAA_c/NmsYeeGUBts/photo%2525204_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="145" /></a></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS">Pictures from the beach weekend would not be complete without… On my list was to find a guy with a mullet. I am pretty convinced he is the father of Joe Dirt.</font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-g9tIr90my-o/T7Vqsv0gxTI/AAAAAAAAA_k/1-MfDGS9JPc/s1600-h/photo%2525201%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 1" border="0" alt="photo 1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-xkoKI0o6i0k/T7Vqs2iDDQI/AAAAAAAAA_s/m-5cQdB-LkA/photo%2525201_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS">First Grade Zoo Trip – May 4, 2012</font></p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-2qtAxnQ4lWg/T7VqtqZKNmI/AAAAAAAAA_0/HzP7AmxV9N8/s1600-h/photo%2525204%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 4" border="0" alt="photo 4" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-jblTkQnvyJ0/T7VquE_5ieI/AAAAAAAAA_8/73qh6AUFHtc/photo%2525204_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS">Lingerie Shower – May 4, 2012</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-iOujZDOH7lo/T7Vqu-I09MI/AAAAAAAABAE/DMuuLKynYU0/s1600-h/DSC_1717%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1717" border="0" alt="DSC_1717" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-DYv8KhCkPDk/T7VqvUqNrYI/AAAAAAAABAM/oomKFWIRfTA/DSC_1717_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></font></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-rUly_ZERxD0/T7VqwqGWxgI/AAAAAAAABAU/HWoyfhvps3I/s1600-h/DSC_1790%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; 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We are so blessed to have so many people to do things for us. Every time I look at the gifts, I am overjoyed. And yes, that is “the” dress hanging in the closet just waiting to be worn.</font></p> <p><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jAYc8WiOT-0/T7Vq-XdKxWI/AAAAAAAABCU/uQpd5GwnOwU/s1600-h/DSC_1987%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1987" border="0" alt="DSC_1987" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-DVY4cT4NNjM/T7Vq-2u9_cI/AAAAAAAABCc/wyxt1B7dBBU/DSC_1987_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-c9aAJ5DuNRo/T7Vq_h2hwlI/AAAAAAAABCk/SbnXr-4YM24/s1600-h/DSC_1988%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1988" border="0" alt="DSC_1988" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-vVzMqj0FobI/T7VrAR0djgI/AAAAAAAABCs/4pE3NmkXAVA/DSC_1988_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-b-cXv6-AZpA/T7VrBM0S6-I/AAAAAAAABC0/bUouOZdd7-8/s1600-h/DSC_1989%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1989" border="0" alt="DSC_1989" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-jqg2SeVuvxQ/T7VrB51Nm4I/AAAAAAAABC8/Ey9rg4BWHhQ/DSC_1989_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS">I may not have mentioned that Daniel started a new job in the midst of all this and we are remodeling a house. He is truly amazing. Sacrifice does not begin to describe what he does for me each and every day. I am blessed beyond measure. I will leave you with a picture of what really makes me love him…</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9TavXO6P2lc/T7VrCfeBy0I/AAAAAAAABDE/PIt-ujJ0BL4/s1600-h/photo%2525203%25255B5%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 3" border="0" alt="photo 3" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-OiPqmh4B790/T7VrC7JN1sI/AAAAAAAABDM/Am-K-4-4r4A/photo%2525203_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></p> <p><font size="4" face="Comic Sans MS">And a picture of our precious nephew who is in the midst of potty training… how precious!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--bSLns2MyI0/T7VrDYvC_II/AAAAAAAABDU/TXiNaXu1914/s1600-h/photo%2525205%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo 5" border="0" alt="photo 5" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-iWJlXpadpiQ/T7VrD-0dBEI/AAAAAAAABDc/wGBeEfKrJx8/photo%2525205_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="206" height="244" /></a></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-55318333312937634642012-04-18T05:27:00.000-07:002012-04-18T05:27:12.461-07:00Tuscaloosa Couples’ Shower<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This past weekend, Daniel and I had a wonderful party with some great friends. When Daniel and I started dating, I knew I would gain some new friends (<em>his</em> friends) but I never knew they would become like family to ME! Josh and Christy have become such a great part of our lives and were so kind (even though they are in the middle of moving) to have our shower at their house. They (along with my bestie </span><a href="http://kaleyhayden.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Kaley</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> and Ty) threw a great shower! We got lots of great gifts but mostly, we had an absolute blast. I said “you know it’s a good party when you are doing ‘the train’ in the living room before the night is over!” – I think the pictures will speak for themselves. Like I said, we are lucky to have wonderful friends and family and could not have made it this far without their unconditional love and support!</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Josh, Christy, Daniel, Me, Kaley, and Ty - Our Wonderful Hostesses!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">me and Kathryn Ezell</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">me and Anna Banana :) </span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-RKxbFZI7l4U/T43bXhA_diI/AAAAAAAAA2Q/CdL4iCuiYrY/DSC_1515.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1515.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Butler Girls - Emma, Me, and Anna</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-WSdo95tmx4s/T43bYN5ghlI/AAAAAAAAA2Y/KapsDlJIdmM/DSC_1517.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1517.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Best. Friend. Ever.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-onlov8As4mk/T43bYlv_PUI/AAAAAAAAA2g/iBbeFpqWRE8/DSC_1518.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1518.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I was explaining to her that when your arms are actually skinny there is no need to do "the skinny arm"!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Yc0qf1XfYas/T43bZO4Y-NI/AAAAAAAAA2o/rAXvvebQpAg/DSC_1520.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1520.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Marengo County Boys - Justin, Critter, Daniel, Tyler, and Josh</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VqpMKi-7B_8/T43bZlArrJI/AAAAAAAAA2w/1wkAj6eL3jU/DSC_1522.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1522.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">My LOVE!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="240" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-MdQORHXqEYg/T43bZzVuWSI/AAAAAAAAA24/pZSPw5BZIW0/DSC_1533.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1533.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="161" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Me and Tyler</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-CnLZEfv-UaY/T43baTEvBiI/AAAAAAAAA3A/HuCLLmGKrh0/DSC_1535.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1535.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Pretty flowers that Mrs. Dee put together</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6ASFbJGD3lM/T43bawfqEDI/AAAAAAAAA3I/5gAWGaMlz5k/DSC_1536.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1536.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">one of the cutest couples ever!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="240" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-chCjrCEeYvY/T43bbUUKIOI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/omv-psnYUJI/DSC_1544.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1544.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="161" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">opening gifts</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-LFMkIJaQhQs/T43bbwWUNyI/AAAAAAAAA3Y/KLYrTPnXjTE/DSC_1575.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1575.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">toasting flutes for the reception!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-D6VJo75VIcU/T43bcw9rq3I/AAAAAAAAA3o/lRsnxFaHfAs/DSC_1583.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1583.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Love all of these Vicks - can't wait to be one!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DuylFKSHf7Y/T43bdT4Cn1I/AAAAAAAAA3w/7XgTfcnHogc/DSC_1584.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1584.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Love TB and Ramanda!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="240" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-FzHrsA0eDXE/T43bdvREAsI/AAAAAAAAA34/hlTaPlswXiI/DSC_1585.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1585.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="161" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Beer cans on roof = need for ladder!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-hGwnOiBRbEU/T43beMsqv6I/AAAAAAAAA4A/MG9595szoZ4/DSC_1596.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1596.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Justin!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="240" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-tHoSZAH9xzs/T43belzxM1I/AAAAAAAAA4I/7Ua7rdfawk8/DSC_1598.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1598.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="161" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Bakery cupcakes - YUMMY!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ltlFagMvpys/T43bfLtUqSI/AAAAAAAAA4Q/cc3u6O2LEjw/DSC_1606.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1606.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Love, love, love!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><img height="161" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Nkx3cH0onzM/T43bfh2xA4I/AAAAAAAAA4Y/c2WU1hh-cp4/DSC_1611.jpg?imgmax=800" srcdelay="file:///D:/Wedding/Tuscaloosa Couples - 4.14.12/DSC_1611.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="240" /></span></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">party foul.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">clean-up crew</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Love Mama Hornsby!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Me and Joshua</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Kaley insisted on this pose!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">This was definitely one of our most fun showers. I am so excited about our other ones to come. I have LOVED being engaged but once again, I am ready to be MARRIED!</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-2063436896177688532012-04-11T18:13:00.001-07:002012-04-11T18:13:36.848-07:00Easter 2012<p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Easter is one of my MOST favorite times of the year. Generally it means warmer weather (although we have had quite a bit of that lately), pretty flowers, and newness around everything! This Easter was great – not quite as great as <a href="http://courtneycreynolds.blogspot.com/2011/04/best-weekend-ever.html">last year</a>. Daniel and I have been happily engaged since last April and will be happily married in less than two months! The time has flown by and has been fairly stress free! Though I have enjoyed being engaged, I am ready to be a WIFE and have a nice relaxing summer!</font></p> <p align="left"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Easter pictures are always some of my favorites – I love the pretty clothes and colors… here are a few from the weekend!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-W1xHQJL2eIc/T4YrsX-itJI/AAAAAAAAAyg/v9wC92yuujY/s1600-h/DSC_1406%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1406" border="0" alt="DSC_1406" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HTVtky_MWFk/T4Yrtjjz6UI/AAAAAAAAAyo/KuBVRkTN1rE/DSC_1406_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QVnUNIeBwEU/T4YrvRUJhyI/AAAAAAAAAyw/chSJQmygn1s/s1600-h/DSC_1414%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1414" border="0" alt="DSC_1414" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ghL_QHRmxHk/T4Yrw3nPTEI/AAAAAAAAAy4/x2phYywtfYw/DSC_1414_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-9ImCdok5D-s/T4YrzxDY9AI/AAAAAAAAAzA/YAYKGDFnvIU/s1600-h/DSC_1416%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1416" border="0" alt="DSC_1416" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZCNqPkl3Uqc/T4Yr1APniMI/AAAAAAAAAzI/BHaK0s7nn3s/DSC_1416_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-3UhqmeAg6Xo/T4Yr33WwT-I/AAAAAAAAAzQ/3Ljk9SaX3xk/s1600-h/DSC_1420%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; 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border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1480" border="0" alt="DSC_1480" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-2blvMJB_mRo/T4YsLnCwzEI/AAAAAAAAA08/vtBjGO_7lqA/DSC_1480_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-VCsRRVejacA/T4YsOpYNu9I/AAAAAAAAA1E/hihRkI4j31E/s1600-h/DSC_1488%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1488" border="0" alt="DSC_1488" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-1QQEnkRYgFo/T4YsP_151JI/AAAAAAAAA1M/ju9eyHm2oGI/DSC_1488_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></a></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-28006324201112532432012-04-01T19:14:00.001-07:002012-04-01T19:14:48.695-07:00counting down days…<p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">As hard as I try to live my life in the here and now, I find it so hard not to be anxious about all the great things in the coming days! As a teacher, I am counting down school days, as a bride, I am counting down the days until I am a wife, and as a friend, I am counting down the days until Luke Linder makes his arrival into the world!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">On the home front, things have been uncertain and BUSY! I am sure the Lord laughs every time I make a plan because they never seem to work out! Currently Daniel is back at the railroad (under different management) however, we are hopeful that a job will open up close to home in the near future – preferably in the next 68 days! </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">On the school/work front, I survived my first set of standardized tests! We worked really hard and then were rewarded with a week off! It was fantastic to have a week off – Spring Break is kind of like a major perk of being a teacher! </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Spring Break started last Saturday with a wonderful Miscellaneous Luncheon at the home of Mrs. Jackie Allen.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-3cULCPoW5Ew/T3kKrbiSl_I/AAAAAAAAAqg/vheV_M0nZBI/s1600-h/DSC_1297%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1297" border="0" alt="DSC_1297" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SSJLByjcnyI/T3kKsE2DajI/AAAAAAAAAqo/GlKySnIybKE/DSC_1297_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-bOj3Noed5vg/T3kKtXlx64I/AAAAAAAAAqw/l71UyJ96lCg/s1600-h/DSC_1298%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1298" border="0" alt="DSC_1298" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-T1hgPQz-gEI/T3kKt0kBanI/AAAAAAAAAq4/kGXyzvvsUfU/DSC_1298_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-L5oVwTfVJrU/T3kKwTEVYFI/AAAAAAAAArA/cFJjdBfUnyc/s1600-h/DSC_1306%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1306" border="0" alt="DSC_1306" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-mwm3UIWrxUw/T3kKw1j5LPI/AAAAAAAAArE/3ZNUCEXkUAA/DSC_1306_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jdDNoSo1BMg/T3kKyPDTfBI/AAAAAAAAArQ/54li5VaVgmA/s1600-h/DSC_1311%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1311" border="0" alt="DSC_1311" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-6t55LuBONHU/T3kKy3b62xI/AAAAAAAAArY/Ps_eloMEJ_4/DSC_1311_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-RUTqZsRNc50/T3kKzwAsfEI/AAAAAAAAArg/5MDmTF0Jgtc/s1600-h/DSC_1313%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1313" border="0" alt="DSC_1313" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-qJ-mybRzfXE/T3kK0kECWLI/AAAAAAAAAro/Jl5gKYyxxQs/DSC_1313_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="165" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">That night was spent eating my yummy mud bugs at Sage and Amanda’s. </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-a0GYtNiDzec/T3kK1M2Z5CI/AAAAAAAAArw/5AKQm5e8mJQ/s1600-h/Rhett%252520and%252520Crawfish%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Rhett and Crawfish" border="0" alt="Rhett and Crawfish" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-tynzwBYHzgM/T3kK2A7Q4mI/AAAAAAAAAr4/PBcQEmuprys/Rhett%252520and%252520Crawfish_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">On Monday, Momma, Sara, and I traveled North to Chattanooga – you say WHY? we say WHY NOT? We began our trip with a visit to the Aquarium and Imax. </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-2yNWGPTMPqA/T3kK2gxthDI/AAAAAAAAAsA/ylm5oo8_tEk/s1600-h/aquarium%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="aquarium" border="0" alt="aquarium" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-GtXHd2idPPw/T3kK3Weku3I/AAAAAAAAAsI/NkhKiEYFUP0/aquarium_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-NcFbWAmft5Y/T3kK31V-FKI/AAAAAAAAAsQ/mnE-MoXBQLs/s1600-h/imax%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="imax" border="0" alt="imax" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-yxfmf2wv2J4/T3kK4cDu2_I/AAAAAAAAAsY/J8LqMRKkiiA/imax_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-zcaKHNTOU2s/T3kK48q-biI/AAAAAAAAAsg/S7F4YQbuK7c/s1600-h/stingray%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="stingray" border="0" alt="stingray" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Q2hNjem--3Q/T3kK5a4TO3I/AAAAAAAAAso/wx689VHSjls/stingray_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">It was fascinating and I always come out wondering why I didn’t major in something where I could feed animals for a living (maybe because of the SB thing?!?!) – We enjoyed dinner that night at Big River Brewery and Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream for dessert. Tuesday was busy, busy with Incline Railway, Ruby Falls, and Rock City. </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-V6bwzSYOyLw/T3kK51sPUGI/AAAAAAAAAsw/4FPxpJBvta4/s1600-h/incline%252520railway%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="incline railway" border="0" alt="incline railway" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-cKPDdXEZzCM/T3kK6jhVunI/AAAAAAAAAs4/cDnxXcbX6ts/incline%252520railway_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-DUjnhbyDqME/T3kK7AjYdwI/AAAAAAAAAtA/3wo8MPWt1Og/s1600-h/rock%252520city%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="rock city" border="0" alt="rock city" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Lh1UyKqvTr8/T3kK7kUXETI/AAAAAAAAAtI/i192bq8gUWg/rock%252520city_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Kd0O5RL7b08/T3kK8JoubiI/AAAAAAAAAtQ/fli7B9Xa12c/s1600-h/ruby%252520falls%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="ruby falls" border="0" alt="ruby falls" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-_bN4lzPxNg4/T3kK821emPI/AAAAAAAAAtY/LlaDktyvo0Y/ruby%252520falls_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_9Bll2Pwdv8/T3kK9SITubI/AAAAAAAAAtg/X-FKmQ22JQI/s1600-h/see%252520rock%252520city%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="see rock city" border="0" alt="see rock city" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-R8eIrc057Ls/T3kK_G9SDOI/AAAAAAAAAto/M1ONNeb6y24/see%252520rock%252520city_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-FyXw4ovB2wo/T3kK_pazJ_I/AAAAAAAAAtw/sHMG3IDR3dI/s1600-h/seen%252520rock%252520city%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="seen rock city" border="0" alt="seen rock city" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-WmnAocBAJ8c/T3kLAHQJRyI/AAAAAAAAAt4/L8nzhHGpAO4/seen%252520rock%252520city_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">We enjoyed dinner that night at our hotel – The Chattanooga Choo Choo. </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-UAqtmZjxk20/T3kLAgbYtUI/AAAAAAAAAuA/dhEONtWUa-k/s1600-h/choo%252520choo%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="choo choo" border="0" alt="choo choo" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-8kC24kH67rA/T3kLB83GauI/AAAAAAAAAuI/ATjnDAcN5rI/choo%252520choo_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">It was an experience to stay in a REAL rail car and I would strongly suggest a trip to Chattanooga to anyone with small kids – a safe city with lots to do! After a riverboat ride Wednesday morning, we made the trip home (complete with a pit stop at Hobby Lobby)!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">The rest of my SB was spent planning our wedding. Momma and I made what was hopefully our last trip to Jasper to pick up bridesmaids dresses and my veil from Diane’s Formal Affair. I was so happy to have that out of the way even though it took a whole day! </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Saturday completed SB with a river trip with Mo, Sara, Daniel, and Pearl! We ventured into some creeks where we saw river creatures sunning! While they are great to see on the bank, we wonder how many were in the water with us!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-X0QnWuvxWWo/T3kLCeqbc-I/AAAAAAAAAuQ/EZFV1CPB94w/s1600-h/gator%2525201%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="gator 1" border="0" alt="gator 1" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-yUQ9eZAtHEs/T3kLC981PCI/AAAAAAAAAuY/ZPnQfId73v8/gator%2525201_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Sg9HWEfx3eM/T3kLDq7ETOI/AAAAAAAAAug/CU1-MDQ91n4/s1600-h/gator%2525202%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="gator 2" border="0" alt="gator 2" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Qje-kmCbiMQ/T3kLEBRVrNI/AAAAAAAAAuo/LkBw1ISVtWs/gator%2525202_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Pearl LOVED the sandbar and acted so funny. She is going to make a good river dog this summer! </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-RyUbqP_2eK0/T3kLEoC52II/AAAAAAAAAuw/VYP1jdLlqbo/s1600-h/Mo%25252C%252520Sara%25252C%252520and%252520Pearl%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Mo, Sara, and Pearl" border="0" alt="Mo, Sara, and Pearl" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OKEG661tsco/T3kLFOQ-Z3I/AAAAAAAAAu4/nw3lFuhubiE/Mo%25252C%252520Sara%25252C%252520and%252520Pearl_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-24SsJ3weY9o/T3kLFxsrnAI/AAAAAAAAAvA/xqBejGO7REM/s1600-h/pearl%2525201%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="pearl 1" border="0" alt="pearl 1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ezNEu3JkwLE/T3kLGprN91I/AAAAAAAAAvI/22AgKUkaG5A/pearl%2525201_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">After a shower and a nap, Daniel and I headed to our first couples shower. It was held at the beautiful Utsey Lake House by some wonderful friends. The food was great and we got some great things! We are so lucky to have family and friends who have made this entire wedding planning process so much fun!</font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-RW6nnRjhjq0/T3kLHiN721I/AAAAAAAAAvQ/vFzeYrfy1Ns/s1600-h/DSC_1320%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1320" border="0" alt="DSC_1320" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-TKn-9j6ZBzQ/T3kLIOX8nKI/AAAAAAAAAvU/RxcjjV-Gogg/DSC_1320_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="165" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-kich09Ws6JI/T3kLJVpdVcI/AAAAAAAAAvc/JuqZk78ITcs/s1600-h/DSC_1321%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSC_1321" border="0" alt="DSC_1321" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ub8Ji2Ax9f4/T3kLJwjUH3I/AAAAAAAAAvo/S5M12PqUoro/DSC_1321_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="158" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-u-98GVdXwq8/T3kLLUH5lbI/AAAAAAAAAvw/EG-e4ULDjlw/s1600-h/DSC_1331%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; 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DID!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-c5mKcsEKW70/T3kLgIF774I/AAAAAAAAAyA/WVz2TnCXX8A/s1600-h/antique%2525201%25255B4%25255D.png"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="antique 1" border="0" alt="antique 1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-jkFu6CukFW4/T3kLhcvxeRI/AAAAAAAAAyI/7rbibw7pHH4/antique%2525201_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="244" height="188" /></a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Ejfm_kKa8IE/T3kLj6QUNAI/AAAAAAAAAyQ/zZObvV5Gn4U/s1600-h/antique%2525202%25255B4%25255D.png"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="antique 2" border="0" alt="antique 2" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-QgfvWWLo5CM/T3kLlCsmISI/AAAAAAAAAyY/YQ8i1eF2xeo/antique%2525202_thumb.png?imgmax=800" width="244" height="180" /></a></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-33120659430515418712012-03-21T05:00:00.000-07:002012-03-21T05:00:32.270-07:00happy birthday to me…<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;"><strong>Based on the title, it's obvious that this post was started about a month ago - pictures haven't been added but here it is... better late than never!</strong></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">No matter how hard I try to make time slow down, it seems to be flying by entirely too fast. I am 24… it seems like yesterday I was celebrating 18 and then 21 – now 24 and I am looking forward to an insurance break at 25… where are the years going? Since time does not seem to be slowing down, I am attempting to enjoy the present day-to-day, even when the days aren’t everything I expect!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">The birthday celebration started (as always) with mine and Kaley’s joint celebration. We are so lucky to have birthdays that are a week apart (she is older) and we TRY to celebrate together each year. This year, she made the trip to Butler to have dinner with the family at the Country Club. After visiting around the fire and then enjoying supper, Kaley headed back – thank goodness she did because she was graced with the stomach bug for the rest of the weekend. As much as I love her, I am glad I was not sick on my birthday. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">I spent most of Saturday working on wedding invites. I have finally finished addressing all of them and only need to stuff about half of them! This is one way we are saving money and I have been pleased with the results!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Saturday night was spent supporting Morgan at a political function and then keeping Rhett for Sage and Amanda. At two and a half, he is full of energy and keeps us going nonstop. I was actually asleep before him on Saturday night!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Daniel and Daddy have spent the past few weeks hard at work at “Granny’s” house. We now have walls and fresh paint. The kitchen is still empty and the floors need to be worked on but other than that, <strike>we</strike> they are making good progress!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Sunday morning (my actual birthday) was celebrated with a big breakfast. I love having everyone together to do anything (especially celebrate me)! I was so excited to get some Bobbi Brown make-up, a sewing machine, a Kitchen-Aid mixer, a scarf, and some Emi-Jay bands! I am so excited about my domestic tools and know that I will love learning to use each of them! The rest of the day was spent being lazy and enjoying the warmer weather!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">In my 24th year, I will begin having wedding showers, finish my first year of full time teaching, marry my best friend, honeymoon, start “our” life together, make decisions about where we will make that life, be with one of my best friends (Katie) through her first pregnancy and welcome Luke Linder into the world, watch Rach marry her prince charming, and lots of other exciting things! I am excited about this year and can’t wait to see what it will hold!</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-87010614661627020992012-02-09T04:59:00.000-08:002012-02-09T04:59:39.825-08:002012 = busy, busy<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">In the few days we have had in 2012, I have been more than busy. The end of 2011 was a little hectic, too. Between teaching full time and planning a wedding, my time is spent. Daniel and I are also going through some tough decision making times right now as we determine where we will make our home. I am convinced that everything happens for a reason and that everything is done in HIS time, not in our time. I feel like things are working out but I am still nervous about the uncertainty we face in the coming months. It is so hard for a Type A control freak to “let go and let God” as I have heard it said but that is exactly what I am trying to do! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">As far as wedding plans go, we are somewhat on track – my dress is in my possession, we have a photographer, the bridesmaids dresses are ordered, save the dates have been mailed (even though I am very paranoid that I left someone off the list), invitations are in – we found a calligrapher and then decided to save the money and do them on the computer… I downloaded a font from <a href="http://www.dafont.com/">http://www.dafont.com/</a> and I am really happy with the way the envelopes look. While I know this will be lots of work on me, I know it will save money and a trip to Jasper. I have booked the band “Excalibur” from Birmingham (<a href="http://www.excaliburband.net/">http://www.excaliburband.net/</a>) – they seem like a fun group that will play a variety of music. I feel like the major things are coming together nicely and now we have the small things to worry about. In my spare time, I am working on a wedding slideshow for the rehearsal dinner and reception. It is taking me forever but I think it is something we will be able to enjoy for many years to come! Daniel and I have also been doing a workbook together called “Preparing for Marriage” – it is a workbook that is focused on communication. You complete questionnaires and then meet together to discuss some answers. They are questions about kids, television, church, and everything in between. Daniel and I are very close and talk about most everything together but even we have learned new things about each other!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">I mentioned earlier that Morgan was running for Circuit Clerk. We are in full campaign mode around our house. I have enjoyed seeing Morgan out and about. I know that I am a little biased but I think he will make a great Circuit Clerk and I am really hoping he wins on March 13! We have lots of these floating around – and are hoping for a good turnout and lots of support. </span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SawBIF96lBY/TyGjppJaEVI/AAAAAAAAApw/p9B8d7vGJos/s1600-h/mo%252527s%252520truck%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img alt="mo's truck" border="0" height="244" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-pxJBYxSorzE/TyGjp4L7GnI/AAAAAAAAAp4/PMgFFHe85LM/mo%252527s%252520truck_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="mo's truck" width="184" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">IF (and that is a really big IF) Daniel and I do wind up living in Butler, we will be staying at my Granny’s old house in Desotoville. To call it a “fixer-upper” would be an understatement… here is the kitchen after Daddy and Daniel spent one afternoon there…</span><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Cl7OanbZ5sc/TyGkiO-6uAI/AAAAAAAAAqA/TSKmTDTcUwE/s1600-h/815%252520Virginia%252520Street%252520Kitchen%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img alt="815 Virginia Street Kitchen" border="0" height="244" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-cYnk2Uv_nKg/TyGkilBjllI/AAAAAAAAAqI/NayG9H_evdw/815%252520Virginia%252520Street%252520Kitchen_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="815 Virginia Street Kitchen" width="184" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">To say it has a long way to go is also an understatement. Though it will be a lot of work (for Daddy and Daniel), we are getting to fix it like we want it since if we do move we will be living there for a while. I guess I should mention that the reason we MAY be moving home is because of Daniel’s job… long story but I am convinced the Lord works in mysterious ways and that He secretly (or not so secretly) wants me in Butler… or maybe Momma has prayed me home. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">No matter what the next few months bring, I am excited about getting married and starting a life together no matter what city it’s in!</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-51951384700508061272011-12-29T15:18:00.000-08:002011-12-29T15:18:53.338-08:00Christmas 2011<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">First of all, let me say that Christmas 2011 came and went faster than any before. It seems like just yesterday we were having a Halloween hay ride and then eating turkey. Here we are two days away from a new year and all I can do is look back on 2011 and wonder where the past twelve months went.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">On Thursday night, Amanda and I began making Christmas treats. I am now convinced that you can dip ANYTHING in white chocolate. We dipped Ritz crackers, pretzels, strawberries, and more! I enjoyed spending time with Amanda and in the kitchen!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Christmas started for us on Friday night with Chili and Potato Soup supper at Sage and Amanda's. Unfortunately we had some sickly boys on our hands... not the little boy, the big ones :) Sage was in the hospital all day/night on Friday with his back and Daniel spent Friday in the doctor's office with yet ANOTHER sinus infection. We are now told that his is caused by allergies (after at least four years of battling this). Anyways, back to Christmas - we enjoyed Shane, his wife to be Jennifer, and all of their girls for a visit. The night was spent laughing at kids, playing blocks, and of course opening presents!! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Saturday was spent with a lazy morning and a BUSY afternoon! That afternoon, we assembled not one but two trampolines. One for Rhett and one for the Rolison girls down the street. I love living in a neighborhood where everyone pitches in to assure that the neighborhood kiddos have their "Santa" assembled by Christmas morning! Daniel, Amanda, Rhett, and I headed to Aunt Jan's for the annual Christmas Eve gathering with the Vick family. It was great to see everyone and we even had a Skype date with Daniel's Aunt Sandy who lives in New Mexico!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">The Reynolds House awoke EARLY (5:30 a.m.) on Christmas to fit all the festivities in. Morgan had to do Christmas with us before leaving to do breakfast with Sara's family. It was so nice to have Daniel, Morgan, and Tyler stay at the house on Christmas Eve. We unwrapped and ooohed and aaahed over everything. Daniel surprised me with the most beautiful diamond earring jackets. I have not taken the our since Christmas - they are gorgeous! Momma saved the best present for last - she had an old friend do a pencil sketch of our house, she had them framed (on for her and daddy and one for each kid), she also attached a sappy letter letting us all know that we were each her favorite! It is truly a gift that I will treasure forever. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">After the tears were dried and paper was cleaned up, we get dressed for Round Two, breakfast at Amanda's. This has always been a tradition for Daniel's family but it was so nice to have the Davis family across the street and close enough for Momma, Daddy, and Tyler to join us. We had entirely too much food and enjoyed watching Rhett play with all of his new toys. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">We left breakfast and headed to church. I hate to say that it was strange to have church on Christmas but in a way it was. We celebrate the birth of Jesus yet many people skipped out on church to celebrate Santa - strange :) The service was great and there was a good crowd in spite of the holiday and the rainy/cold weather!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">When we got home from church, we began the last minute cleaning and cooking. Also, this is when Morgan and Sara swapped presents. We had been hiding "Pearl" in the guesthouse and none of us could contain our excitement! Sara opened a box with some dog treats, a chew toy, and a strand of pearls. She wouldn't get too excited - unsure of what was to come. And in walked Daddy holding the tiniest little furball, our newest West Highland Terrier of the family, Pearl. Sara was ecstatic and shed a few tears. Pearl was ready to play and loved on her new mommy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Lunch for us included entirely too much food (much like breakfast) and lots of visiting and laughter. It was so nice to have the whole family together for a few hours at least. We also got to enjoy Cole and Mady - nothing like kiddos at Christmas! After all the food was eaten and the dishes were piled, it was time to say good bye to Daniel. Due to the jam packed weekend, I really felt like I hadn't seen him at all. Luckily, Momma and Daddy could tell I wasn't ready to say good bye and Daddy told me I could ride back home with Daniel and that Momma would come get me Wednesday (wasn't that sweet of him!). Momma agreed and I got to spend the end of Christmas with Daniel. I will be so glad when we are together everyday and don't have to worry about good byes anymore!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">I spent my days after Christmas taking down decorations and cleaning. I also finished addressing and stuffing all but 30 Save-the-Dates. Those will go in the mail soon and we can check that off our wedding to do list. The list is getting shorter but the time to complete the things is getting closer! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">As I look back on 2011, I am thankful for the good times, cautious not to repeat bad times, and anxious for the new times in 2012. May 2012 bring everyone peace, happiness, and a whole lot of LOVE (I know we will have all of that and more since it will finally be the year we are getting hitched!)</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-9964815679202427482011-12-22T08:12:00.000-08:002011-12-22T08:12:15.050-08:00picture overload...<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">here are the pictures that were supposed to accompany the last post along with a few extras!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Tyler, Me, and Mo on Thanksgiving in Whynot</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Daniel and Rhett were surprised by a birthday cake at Amanda's on Thanksgiving night!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Red Velvet cake made by Laura Booker</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Morgan announced that he will seek the office of Choctaw County Circuit Clerk in the March 13, 2012 election = exciting news around our house!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Getting ready to open presents at my Holiday Shower... got lots of GREAT things!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">My sweet friend Katie (and Baby Linder) writing down all my gifts</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">The HOSTESSES - thanks so much for throwing my FIRST shower! Mrs. Debbie, Mrs. Linda, Nena Beth, Me, Katie, and Tammy</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Even though she was an hour and a half late, I can always count on Kaley!</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Daniel's house with the CUTE burlap Christmas tree made by Frankly Me Designs!</span></td></tr>
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</tbody></table><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Wow! So much Christmas fun and it's not even here yet! I am so lucky to have a great family, wonderful fiance, and great friends. This year has flown by and been beyond amazing! Not that I am wishing my life away but I am so ready for June. I can't wait to be Daniel's wife and spend every day with him! </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">We really are BEYOND blessed to have so many people who are willing to give up their time, houses, and energy to throw us parties. I feel like 2012 will be filled with weddings, parties, and of course, our big day!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Momma, Sara, and I made the trip to Jasper this week to FINALLY pick up my wedding dress. I was so happy to bring it home and cannot wait to wear it on June 9. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">I am sure the next post will include Christmas pictures... Amanda's on Friday night, Aunt Janice's on Saturday night, Breakfast at Amanda's on Sunday, church, and Lunch at the house :) Also, please keep my best friend Kaley in your thoughts and prayers. She leaves for Africa on a mission trip right after Christmas and will need lots of prayers as she travels to a foreign country for the first time. Please pray that God will calm any fears and bless her and the people she comes in contact with. If you want to follow her journey, click <a href="http://www.kaleyhayden.blogspot.com/">here</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Until next time, remember the REASON for the SEASON. MERRY CHRISTmas!!!!</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-64003591507611623492011-12-15T11:08:00.000-08:002011-12-15T11:08:34.138-08:00if you call this soon…<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">In my last post, I said I would be back “soon” to post about Thanksgiving, Daniel’s birthday, etc. – here I am a few weeks later… forgive me, the Christmas season always keeps me busy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">Thanksgiving was very relaxing. I started the day (as usual) by watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. We then headed to Whynot for lunch with Daddy’s family. We spent most of the day visiting, eating, and laughing. It was so nice to catch up. We even got some great pictures of the whole family and celebrated Daniel’s 30th birthday and Crystal’s 36th birthday with cupcakes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">My goal was to surprise Daniel for his birthday but with everyone being so busy, we ended up having chili and cake at Amanda’s. Per Daniel’s request, we had a YUMMY red velvet cake. He loved his new Yeti cooler and I am still trying to decide what is so great about it! I hope that Daniel’s 30th year is the best yet!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">Momma, Sara, and I braved the “day after” crowds for a little shopping. We had nothing that we were dying to get but were certain we would find some good buys along the way. I bought hostess gifts for my holiday shower and another cart for my classroom (I bought my first one last year). Momma and I spent the rest of the day decorating and moving furniture (with Daniel’s help). Daddy told Daniel “son, don’t you know that you HAVE to be busy the day after Thanksgiving?!?!” Daniel assured us he would have <em>something </em>to do next year!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">Saturday after Thanksgiving was a great day to be an Alabama fan with the Tide bringing home a big win over Auburn.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">Since Thanksgiving, I have been rather busy with Christmas decorating, shopping, crafting, and partying. Daniel and I had our annual Dirty Santa party at his house. There were cold drinks, good friends, and a great fire - I am not sure how much better a party can get.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">This week at school, I have been racking up on Christmas loot from my kiddos - since I teach at a Private School, I can still receive gifts that are worth "monetary" value!! Our class party is in the morning and I will say that I am super ready - we have crafted, played, read books, and watched movies all week and I am ready for a break.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: medium;">My holiday shower at Nena Beth's house is tonight and I am also SUPER excited about it. I am so lucky to have so many people who are willing to give Daniel and I showers/parties. This will kick off the festivities and we are officially less than six months away - when did that happen?!?!? This weekend is also the annual Country Club Christmas Party... Hopefully I will be back soon with Thanksgiving and Christmas party pictures!!</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-68435571306084709952011-12-05T15:12:00.001-08:002011-12-05T15:12:11.451-08:00Photo Card<div class="sflyProductPreviewWidget" style="width:425px; height:494px;"><div class="sflyProductPreviewWidgetTop" style="height:6px; background-image:url(http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/top.gif);"></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewWidgetCenter" style="height:482px; padding: 0 6px 0 6px; background-image:url(http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/bg.gif); background-repeat:repeat-y;"><div class="sflyProductPreviewLogo" style="width: 105px; height: 34px; padding: 14px 0 0 14px;"><img src="http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/logo.gif" style="padding: 0; background: #ffffff; border: none; box-shadow: none;"></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewContainer" style="height:350px; text-align:center; padding: 0;"><a href="http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0BctWLNm4atHbw&cid=SFLYOCWIDGET&eid=115"><img src="http://images-community.shutterfly.com/prs/v1/0BctWLNm4atO/0BctWLNm4atOdS/p/67b0de21b3127d902548/JPEG/1323126715000/0/" style="padding: 0; background: #ffffff; border: none; box-shadow: none;"></a></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewMessageContainer" style="height:55px; background-color:#f4f4e9; text-align:center; padding: 15px 0 15px 0; line-height: 19px;"><div class="sflyProductPreviewTitle" style="font-family: arial, sans-seris; font-size: 15px; color: #333333; font-weight: bold;"><span>Up In Lights Christmas</span></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewSEOText" style="font-family: arial, sans-seris; font-size: 13px; color: #333333;"><span><a href="http://www.shutterfly.com/cards-stationery/christmas-cards" style="color: #6666cc;">Click here</a> to browse our Christmas card designs.</span></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewViewCollection" style="font-family: arial, sans-seris; font-size: 13px; color: #333333;"><span>View the entire <a href="http://www.shutterfly.com/cards-stationery" style="color: #6666cc;">collection</a> of cards.</span></div><img width="1" height="1" border="0" style="padding: 0; background: #ffffff; border: none; box-shadow: none;" src="https://os.shutterfly.com/b/ss/sflyshareprod/1/H.15/111?pageName=sharekey&c1=msc&c2=blogger" /></div></div><div class="sflyProductPreviewWidgetBottom" style="height:6px; background-image:url(http://cdn.staticsfly.com/img_/share/preview/msc/widget/bottom.gif);"></div></div>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-20934621396782904402011-11-22T18:08:00.000-08:002011-11-22T18:08:38.259-08:00catching up…<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Since it is Thanksgiving Break and I have a second to catch my breath, I thought I would catch up on my blogging before the Christmas Chaos!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Before football season even started, Christy and I decided that we would tailgate during the LSU/Alabama game. As the season progressed, we came to realize that this would be THE game of the season. We braved the crowds and the traffic and had the best time tailgating. Although the day ended in a loss for the Tide, it was a fun day with good friends! Here are a few pictures from the day… and from the next weeks game which we watched at Morgan’s new house!</span><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Since my last post, I have been super busy in the classroom. We made a turkey out of everything you could imagine – from a coffee filter to a paper bag! The kids had fun and we really learned a lot but whew – this is one tired teacher. I am pretty sure I dreamed about paper bag turkeys one night!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">I also finally got moved into my <strike>new</strike> old bedroom. Quick story… when we moved in this house, I was three. I was also the only girl and baby – those things combined = spoiled rotten. Anyways, I got the bedroom upstairs that had a walk in closet, private bath, and more square footage than any other room. The boys had almost identical rooms at the other end of the hall where they shared a bathroom. When Morgan graduated high school and moved out and moved back in, he somehow convinced me to trade rooms with him. I should mention here that I thought Morgan hung the moon at age 13 and he probably could have told me to sleep outside and I would have :/ I was certain he wouldn’t be here many more years and I would be right back in my big room! WRONG – ten years later, I am finally back in my room. It is so nice to have my own space. It was also sad to pack up and try to throw away ten years worth of things. I tried to say that if I wasn’t taking it to Daniel’s when we got married that I wasn’t taking it to the new room. Some things were hard to part with so I am holding on to them for at least 6 more months. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">WHOA – did I say SIX months? Yes, that’s right. In a little over six months, I get to marry my best friend. While I am super excited and happy, I am also nervous about all the little things that need to be done. Momma and I went for the first dress fitting last week. We go back December 19 and if all is well, we can finally bring my dress home. At least it will be sitting in a closet at our house so I can peek at it any time I want. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">After five years of collecting dust, I was finally able to find someone to make a t-shirt quilt from all my high school, college, and special shirts. Long story short, Mary Reeves was one of my students at the Campus School and her momma and daddy (Meaghan and Wes) are in the process of adopting from Ethiopia. They have an amazing story which you can read <a href="http://thewesgordonfamily.blogspot.com/">here</a>. </span><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">While reading their blog a few months back, Meaghan posted a picture of a quilt her mom made. I got in touch with Ms. Mitsy and she whipped me up a quilt. I got it this morning and I *love* it. All of the shirts bring back so many GOOD memories. I know this will be something I will treasure for years to come.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">I feel like I am babbling…. but I got my first *school* teacher pictures since I was in high school. I must say, these are some of the better pictures I have taken. Such a dork… I am still wondering what I will do with two 5x7s of myself!?!?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Last Friday, I watched the final episode of Live with Regis and Kelly and I cried. See, they are my people – the ones who are sure to make me laugh. I have spent numerous summer mornings laughing, staring at Kelly’s arms, and loving their silly banter. I will miss Regis but I still love my girl Kelly and I know she will do great on her own!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Sweet Belle is getting HUGE and spotted. She has always had spots underneath but now they are showing through her coat and she is even more beautiful!! Belle also got a new home away from home. Uncle Ty was kind enough to let us Daniel build Belle a pen in his backyard. Daddy and Daniel worked on this and then Daddy built the house and completed it with a personalized name plate. As Tyler put it… pretty swanky for a home away from home!</span><br />
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<div align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xgnGPFIuS8E/TsxUUdT8NWI/AAAAAAAAAhk/HVQ31zyMR9A/s1600-h/spotted%252520belle%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img alt="spotted belle" border="0" height="184" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9vDJ81Gvx_Q/TsxUVEoXCmI/AAAAAAAAAhs/JYq_hvNtY5k/spotted%252520belle_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="spotted belle" width="244" /></a></div><br />
<span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">Speaking of Daniel, his birthday is Thursday and he will be the BIG 3-0. I don’t know that he is really excited or even cares. I am excited about giving him his present and celebrating him! Daniel is so giving to me all the time and I love the one day a year that we get to celebrate Daniel – and of course, Thanksgiving this year!!</span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: small;">I think that is it for now. I feel like I just exploded all of this on here in no order whatsoever. I will be back soon to post Thanksgiving/Birthday pictures! I know that we all have so much to be thankful for so Happy Thanksgiving.</span></div>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-69839397690549866742011-10-26T05:15:00.000-07:002011-10-26T05:15:22.409-07:00pictures<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Remember my camera/phone/computer would not cooperate. Here goes another try...</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Me and Katie during our first Homecoming together as teachers.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"> If I dug, I could probably find this same picture of us from high school :)</span></td></tr>
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</tbody></table><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">That should do it for pictures/posts for now. I still need to post about ButlerFest but that will have to wait!</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-37848261536832858322011-10-25T19:10:00.001-07:002011-10-25T19:10:41.542-07:00busy times flying by.<p><font face="Comic Sans MS">** The beginning of the post was started last week.**</font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">whew. That should be enough to explain my weekend. While this was one of the busiest weekends I have had in a while, it was also one of the most fun! Technically not the weekend, I enjoyed "keeping" (or whatever you do with an eleven year old) Cole Wednesday and Thursday night. He is so much fun and always keeps me on my toes. We even took Tyler out for some yummy Mexican Wednesday - unlike Rhett, Cole thinks he is too cool for pictures but take my word for it- he's super handsome :)</font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">Friday was a crazy day at school. If you are a teacher then you know last week was fire prevention week. We ended the week with a fire safety presentation by the local fire departments. The highlight of the day was the tour of the fire truck - i.e. getting to blow the horn really loudly - </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NiJJC_rKsgg/Tpy3Gjw_nrI/AAAAAAAAAZo/AkMeReRFMsY/s1600-h/IMG_0959%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img title="IMG_0959" border="0" alt="IMG_0959" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-6cAQb1Az3eE/Tpy3JW2KhZI/AAAAAAAAAZs/-dsnp_JP90M/IMG_0959_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="321" height="246" /></font></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NiJJC_rKsgg/Tpy3Gjw_nrI/AAAAAAAAAZg/dr9twHQbGVg/s1600-h/IMG_0959%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font face="Comic Sans MS"></font></a></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">it really is a lot of fun to watch kids explore something as common as a fire truck.</font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">After school on Friday, I headed to Beaver Creek (near Sweet Water) to Sage’s sister’s house to retrieve Rhett for the weekend. Amanda had a ladies golf trip and Aunt Court needed some one-on-one Rhett time. We had the best weekend. I have to say that of all the times I have kept him, this was the most fun. We spent Friday afternoon outside at the Country Club, enjoyed supper and then headed home to get in the “big tub” – I will only post one bathtub picture because he may read this one day ;)</font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jy4qJSBV7e8/Tqdr-Vz4rEI/AAAAAAAAAa4/U00Iag_1vxM/s1600-h/IMG_1009%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1009" border="0" alt="IMG_1009" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-nxExtQxhosU/Tqdr-x6BbPI/AAAAAAAAAbA/2q4iPwUFrR4/IMG_1009_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244" /></a></font></p> <p align="left"><font face="Comic Sans MS">On Saturday morning, we woke up really early to head to Meridian for the Walk for Alzheimer’s. This is a cause that is near and dear to my heart. My sweet Granny has Alzheimer’s and while it does not cause the physical pain like other diseases, the mental pain is just as bad. Alzheimer’s is a disease that goes unnoticed by many. With the help of friends and family, I was able to raise $600 for the walk. About $20,000 was raised at Saturday’s walk alone. I was so glad to have Momma there to walk with me and even Rhett enjoyed the ride. It was a beautiful day and I hope to become more involved with this cause in the future. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_5XYlb7IX7o/Tqdr_6xn75I/AAAAAAAAAbI/BPGI-VNYJLk/s1600-h/IMG_1028%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1028" border="0" alt="IMG_1028" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-bpXNcibmYjc/TqdsAd7Ps3I/AAAAAAAAAbQ/VRUw4O9aWXI/IMG_1028_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-x0DZ2jRVjgc/TqdsBpS2CNI/AAAAAAAAAbY/L18wtFQmKOg/s1600-h/IMG_1029%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1029" border="0" alt="IMG_1029" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1hTySJh3pzY/TqdsCGiVIJI/AAAAAAAAAbg/kcff6NGYS6U/IMG_1029_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-TudGLKNuBm4/TqdsEeOVD7I/AAAAAAAAAbo/0GVKfD97Oek/s1600-h/IMG_1030%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1030" border="0" alt="IMG_1030" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-FaoN4F5Z8XQ/TqdsEys2kcI/AAAAAAAAAbw/XH9twSb9sw8/IMG_1030_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="183" /></a></p> <p align="left"><font face="Comic Sans MS">Saturday afternoon was spent napping until DD came home from work. Once DD came home and Aunt Curt and Rhett were rested, the playing began again. We headed to Morgan’s new house to watch Alabama beat the Ole Miss Rebs and enjoyed some country play time. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-2ywPcVliGQ4/TqdsGDZ_DzI/AAAAAAAAAb4/M_5G6hNzSKk/s1600-h/IMG_1032%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1032" border="0" alt="IMG_1032" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QktJLvki7VE/TqdsGuK7MsI/AAAAAAAAAcA/UuFSRLXRtnc/IMG_1032_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244" /></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_PvPJu-Z8q0/TqdsHrjMc_I/AAAAAAAAAcI/ISTobOyGguk/s1600-h/IMG_1037%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1037" border="0" alt="IMG_1037" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-MRgE3HdrKxA/TqdsIAPCq4I/AAAAAAAAAcQ/CF3HVFfqF00/IMG_1037_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="183" height="244" /></a></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">On Sunday, Cotton woke Daniel and I up barking. I thought Rhett was in the bed with Daniel and Daniel thought Rhett was in the bed with me – turns out Rhett was up and petting the deer. Thank goodness for Cotton or he may have been headed down the stairs!</font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">The busy weekend was a fun start to a busy, busy week... HOMECOMING. I have experienced homecoming as a student and LOVED it. Homecoming as a teacher is a much different story. Talk about rowdy kiddos! Monday was pajama day and the kids were calm and quiet. </font></p> <p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6B7VINpfG4M/TqceGue63hI/AAAAAAAAAZ4/zKdU4p8_1HI/s1600/IMG_1160.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6B7VINpfG4M/TqceGue63hI/AAAAAAAAAZ4/zKdU4p8_1HI/s320/IMG_1160.JPG" width="320" height="240" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">Tuesday was the funniest day of the week - Senior Citizen Day. I shopped around in Granny's closet and found some nice pants and a Christmas sweater that I deemed "senior citizeny" enough to make the cut! My kids (who I thought would not enjoy this day) went above and beyond. One even had a walker and an oxygen line. This is our group picture - I am also including the boy/girl picture so you can see a close up.</font></p> <p><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wkboCn9mdFo/TqcfGPUtNbI/AAAAAAAAAaA/XGsTpkDAm4g/s1600/IMG_1179.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wkboCn9mdFo/TqcfGPUtNbI/AAAAAAAAAaA/XGsTpkDAm4g/s320/IMG_1179.JPG" width="320" height="240" /></font></a></p> <p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-He-lwjL-XHw/TqcfYLgusgI/AAAAAAAAAaI/X3BQnCORYpU/s1600/IMG_1180.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-He-lwjL-XHw/TqcfYLgusgI/AAAAAAAAAaI/X3BQnCORYpU/s320/IMG_1180.JPG" width="320" height="240" /></font></a></p> <p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gpcamtjzPcQ/Tqcfoj9JaFI/AAAAAAAAAaQ/DoNYChEall4/s1600/IMG_1181.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gpcamtjzPcQ/Tqcfoj9JaFI/AAAAAAAAAaQ/DoNYChEall4/s320/IMG_1181.JPG" width="320" height="240" /></font></a></p> <p><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VaGP30lbnkE/TqcfyOZm9kI/AAAAAAAAAaY/l5P5UaI9A6M/s1600/IMG_1183.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-VaGP30lbnkE/TqcfyOZm9kI/AAAAAAAAAaY/l5P5UaI9A6M/s320/IMG_1183.JPG" width="240" height="320" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">Mrs. Emily and I were the only teachers who dressed up - leave it to the new ones :) </font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">Wednesday was Costume Day and while my kiddos ranged from Rocky Balboa to Top Gun, I opted out of this day. My costume days are long gone and I was a little unprepared. Here is the class group picture. Top Gun was by far my favorite!</font></p> <p><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-G_X_0pUUMGU/TqcgsymVkeI/AAAAAAAAAag/gnyiEcnwW70/s1600/IMG_1185.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-G_X_0pUUMGU/TqcgsymVkeI/AAAAAAAAAag/gnyiEcnwW70/s320/IMG_1185.JPG" width="320" height="240" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">The theme for this year was "Rockin' with the Saints" so Thursday was 50s Day. One of our room mothers for the year made all of the girls (and Ms. Courtney) a poodle skirt. All the boys were greased up and ready for the 50s.</font></p> <p><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rpoRzQZ1cl0/TqchlaVswkI/AAAAAAAAAao/n3c2A665bgU/s1600/IMG_1192.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rpoRzQZ1cl0/TqchlaVswkI/AAAAAAAAAao/n3c2A665bgU/s320/IMG_1192.JPG" width="320" height="240" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">Friday was Spirit Day - as always! The day was filled with movie watching, playground playing, parade riding, and cheering for the Saints. It was so nice to be on campus for the day as a teacher. I can't say enough good things about being a Saint! There is a feeling about being there and being home. Once a saint, always a SAINT! </font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"></font><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vB7YyJ0PEkM/TqcjewRMjOI/AAAAAAAAAaw/KAUwiIXhpxM/s1600/IMG_1218.JPG"><font face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-vB7YyJ0PEkM/TqcjewRMjOI/AAAAAAAAAaw/KAUwiIXhpxM/s320/IMG_1218.JPG" width="320" height="240" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">They were less than pumped during this picture - it was after the parade and they had been told about 122384791823475498239 times that their bottoms needed to touch the heels of their feet! </font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">The busy week ended with a relaxing weekend at Daniel's. We did nothing and I LOVED every second of it! I had a productive Saturday cleaning house and then enjoyed watching the TIDE roll over TN. I hope they do as well in a couple of weeks when we tailgate for the LSU game. RTR! Sunday, Daniel and I went on a date. I hate to admit it but I have never seen the original movie Footloose. It's just not something I have ever sat down to watch. Anyways, we went to see the new one and I LOVED it! Definitely going to be watching the original soon. I had Fall Break yesterday and today. Yesterday I did little to nothing. I did watch the movie Bridesmaids which I do not recommend. I enjoyed some play time with Belle who has become quite the big girl. Yesterday, she weighed 50.8 pounds. Daniel and I like to joke that big girls need loving, too! I will post some new pictures of Belle soon! My phone/e-mail/computer are not all cooperating right now!</font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS">Today, I went around the world to come home. I had to go through Demopolis to pick up my weekend passes to the River Jam this weekend. I never win contests... ever... and I won two passes to River Jam this weekend from Win 98.5. I am pretty pumped! I came home to celebrate Momma's 52nd birthday. The epitome of unselfishness and a perfect momma - she really does deserve the best. This *short* week at school will hold lots of reviews and probably some retraining since we have been off and were so laid back last week!</font></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"></font></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-19368679410907829472011-10-21T05:31:00.000-07:002011-10-21T05:31:38.516-07:00update :)<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">As of right now, I need to post about ButlerFest, my weekend with Rhett, and Homecoming week. Just wanted to say hello to those of you who read and let you know that at some point in the near future, I plan to have three posts - or one really long one! Happy Friday and Happy Homecoming at Patrician!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Court</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-53273978773455155812011-10-10T12:00:00.001-07:002011-10-10T12:00:16.061-07:00one is the loneliest number….<font size="3" face="Impervious"> <p>for 23 years, 241 Country Club Drive has been the home to five people (and Cotton) as of today, we are down to three – 1 kiddo and 2 parents… and cotton! Morgan has been talking about moving out for some time now – and this weekend, he DID it. No warning, just moved – not really but that is what it seemed like. I should also mention that I hate change – not that I want to be in the same place for the rest of my life but change all at once is a little much. Not two months ago, Tyler moved out. As weird as it is, one moving out was not too bad. Tyler’s house is on my way home from school and I can stop any day I want to. I guess because Morgan is the last one – the straw that broke the camel’s back if you will – it was a little much. When I walked in his new house yesterday, I found it hard to hold back the tears – and I couldn’t. Morgan insisted that I stop but I couldn’t – it was too much. I am proud of him and his new house but on the selfish side, I want my brothers back. All the fussing I have done over the years about cold showers and being blocked in when I was running late is over… and I miss it already. Another reason I am sad about Morgan moving out is because we are also losing Sara. For almost two years, she has been a part of our weekend family. It has been nice having another girl around. Though I know she is not leaving, she won’t be back to our house – side note – she also shed some tears over leaving the house, too. I have already told Mo and ty that I am making a schedule for my spend the night parties – which will happen regularly! I said yesterday to Momma and Daddy that I didn’t want to be the only child at home but then again, I am leaving in just a short eight months. At 29, 25, and 23, it is time for us all to fly the coop and spread our wings – I know that change is good but that doesn’t make it any easier!</p> <p> </p> <p>*next post, Butler Fest, pictures of Morgan’s house, and our new class pet Peanut!</p> </font> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-41389596378370305702011-09-19T13:29:00.001-07:002011-09-19T13:29:52.103-07:00check. check.<p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">the first check – I found my wedding dress this weekend. The second check – I found my bridesmaids dresses this weekend. By saying '” I” found my dresses, I really mean my wonderful family and friends helped me find my dresses! On Saturday morning, momma, Mrs. Mary Ann, Amanda, Kaley, Christy, and me loaded up (thank goodness for Amanda’s mom vehicle) and headed to Jasper dress shopping. Long story short, Momma and I went to Birmingham a few weeks ago and found the *perfect* dress. WE hesitated ordering because it was a lot of money. Mom – and her techy self – was browsing online and found another dress by the same designer that was almost identical. We located the dress at a store in Jasper, made an appointment, and off we went. I found the dress we went for and several others and headed to the dressing room. I will admit that I loved every second of trying on dresses. I am relieved to have found “the one” but I am also sad that I will not get to do this again. Anyways, I tried on all the dresses and narrowed it down to two. After consulting everyone, we decided one was a little less dressy than the other and that I needed the dressier one. Let me tell you, I LOVE the one<strike> I</strike> we finally chose. I wish I could put it on right now. However, even though it is ordered, we will be waiting until around January for it to come in. After finding my dress, it was to the bridesmaids room to look. Here was my problem – I knew what color, material, and style I wanted and I couldn’t find it. I would find a dress I loved and hate the color "gray" it came in or I would find the color I loved and hate the material. Long story short, I was really tired of looking for dresses. Thank goodness for friends who carry on when you are tired because Christy and Momma headed back for one more run through the hundreds of dresses and came out with the most perfect dress. The top of the dress is almost identical to mine, the material is perfect, and while the color is darker than I had imagined, it is PERFECT!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">The weekend got even more perfect when I got to visit Daniel Saturday night. It was so nice to have nothing to do. We relaxed, went to Wal-mart, ate supper, watched Country Strong, and went to bed! Sunday, I had a yummy breakfast in bed, we watched The Lincoln Lawyer which was fabulous and we went to visit the Vick’s in Tuscaloosa. weekends like that are few and far between since we are both so busy.  I am headed back up there this weekend to do some crafting and fall decorating!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Now that the dresses are taken care of, we are onto finding flowers that we like and food to eat! The wedding is slowly but surely coming together!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">p.s. I hate to blog without pictures but the only ones I have are of the dress and those will have to wait until next June!</font></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-55403832311389482902011-08-29T15:16:00.001-07:002011-08-30T13:50:22.272-07:00it’s been a while<p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">I am most certain that my best friend Kaley and I are kindred blogging souls… we have the same post titles on the same day two times which is quite scary. Obviously we both had a whirlwind first three weeks of school…. wait, did I just say three weeks – YES! That is how long we have been in school. I can’t believe it. I feel obligated to my few readers to update you all on how my life as Ms. Courtney has been going. In a few words – fast and crazy!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">In order to fully describe my first day of full time teaching… I must show you what I looked like. </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OoA-HMlqU_M/TlwPttapIBI/AAAAAAAAAYA/BY-DYN86h44/s1600-h/photo_1%25255B1%25255D%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_1[1]" border="0" alt="photo_1[1]" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-84fmQv0QS8M/TlwPuHEIgnI/AAAAAAAAAYE/5L9QHmH2My8/photo_1%25255B1%25255D_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward"></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward"></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Please notice the massive ulcer and huge zit – talk about scary. For the entire first two weeks of school, my lip was swollen and eating was difficult to say the least! I sent this to Kaley as a happy first day of school picture…we have a weird relationship! The first morning was, as many veteran teachers warned me, crazy. If it had not been for </font><a href="http://www.theinspiredapple.blogspot.com"><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Abby’s</font></a><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward"> Fun With Firsties Unit, I would not have made it through the first week. We made Jitter Juice which in my opinion could have used a little alcohol however the kiddos loved it and begged for the recipe (sprite and cherry kool-aid). </font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-uGwSz8s8erU/TlwPukvBGYI/AAAAAAAAAYI/DRNMgTJ_1eQ/s1600-h/photo_2%25255B1%25255D%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_2[1]" border="0" alt="photo_2[1]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Emni1zCcfbY/TlwPvJmnChI/AAAAAAAAAYM/5hlvvmcTvuo/photo_2%25255B1%25255D_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="259" height="350" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-pSoCLZ-w30k/TlwPveUzA0I/AAAAAAAAAYQ/z0T4UabCEu8/s1600-h/photo_3%25255B1%25255D%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_3[1]" border="0" alt="photo_3[1]" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-I-nc74yf20Y/TlwPv8X1feI/AAAAAAAAAYU/H5K2_GjjPG8/photo_3%25255B1%25255D_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="361" height="278" /></a></font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">though this was only my 17th full day of teaching, I already know so many things I would do differently. However, if I could give advice to a new teacher for the first day of school it would be to have a helper. Had it not been for Sara, I would not have made it. So many parents were asking questions, etc. and Sara calmly put everything away and did it with a smile. I will have to find a new helper next year because by then she will have her teaching degree. She loves her first placement and I am so glad she is having a wonderful experience!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">I forgot to mention that the first day of school I gave blood which was probably not the best idea in the world – talk about out of it! However, I am a firm believer in donating blood!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-5O_rPMF2drQ/TlwPwLklhvI/AAAAAAAAAYY/38ecCRkshPw/s1600-h/photo_4%25255B1%25255D%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_4[1]" border="0" alt="photo_4[1]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-m8UjXVJUvc0/TlwPwpjXP2I/AAAAAAAAAYc/0SwuMGf2SLs/photo_4%25255B1%25255D_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">The past two weeks have been super busy not only with school but also with The Distinguished Young Women of Choctaw County (formerly Junior Miss) program. I am the co-director and have been so busy. the program was this past Saturday night and I was so happy it went off without a hitch. I love the program and I am so happy to help with this great program but I am also glad it is over! The seven girls worked so hard and I think we have a great representative to State with Paige Walker…</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-98gSU_eugTM/TlwPxA9IV1I/AAAAAAAAAYg/E-67Tcrpovg/s1600-h/photo_2%25255B2%25255D%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_2[2]" border="0" alt="photo_2[2]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-UOA3SHZG-RA/TlwPxst1lBI/AAAAAAAAAYk/rC07_V6fj0g/photo_2%25255B2%25255D_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">A classroom funny that happened last week… during the Lord’s prayer, I hear this “Our Father, who Art in Heaven, HOWARD be His name…” I just about lost it. Kids have no idea how funny they are. As I sit here now with one thousand things on my mind, I am slowly realizing that I can’t do it all – which is a hard pill for me to swallow. This afternoon, Momma and I are meeting with our wedding directors (Mrs. Debbie and Mrs. Trisha) and hoping they are full of wonderful ideas to get us back on the wedding track!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">I haven’t mentioned mine and Daniel’s sweet <strike>little</strike> big baby… Belle is growing like a weed but still thinks she is a puppy! This is her stretched out as long as the couch at Daniel’s Parents’ house. She is precious and I wish I got to see her (and Daniel) more than I do!</font></p> <p><font face="Socially Awkward"></font><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pZVNPXWW_fY/TlzV0ltreDI/AAAAAAAAAYo/NTMW_hTVCB8/s1600-h/photo_4%25255B1%25255D%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_4[1]" border="0" alt="photo_4[1]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-jjbYUZ-j_Bo/TlzV1IC3OuI/AAAAAAAAAYs/szy7Y3wXYv8/photo_4%25255B1%25255D_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">I know I am all over the place… bear with me! My morning walks have been few and far between – mainly because I feel that extra hour is imperative to my daily functioning! However, one morning last week I DID make the walk and got the greatest picture of the morning sky. I really do live in one of the most beautiful places on earth.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hQ4U5RiyLks/Tl1M5_TATkI/AAAAAAAAAYw/8RKYt6YJofM/s1600-h/photo_2%25255B3%25255D%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_2[3]" border="0" alt="photo_2[3]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-_dCOqw7AZLc/Tl1M7iruQyI/AAAAAAAAAY0/2e8slPUipaY/photo_2%25255B3%25255D_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Back to school for a minute – I am PUMPEd about our new technology. Thanks to a donation from a local Trust account, our school was able to purchase projectors, document projectors, flip cameras, Mimio notepads, and clickers! My favorite new toy is the document projector –seriously, I use it ALL the time… here is a picture of me reading a story to my kiddos on the first day. FYI – if you are not a teacher, it is a new age overhead projector!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-b2cW6WcNvtE/Tl1M8O5-UdI/AAAAAAAAAY4/tOA2qPzKGxE/s1600-h/photo_3%25255B1%25255D%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_3[1]" border="0" alt="photo_3[1]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-PCYKkCoeWFE/Tl1M8tvMfvI/AAAAAAAAAY8/Ke5U2zowbfs/photo_3%25255B1%25255D_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p><font face="Socially Awkward"><font size="3">On a completely random note – I am so impressed each time I look at my best friend Kaley’’s new photography business – If you haven’t visited yet, visit their </font><a href="http://www.haydenmore.blogspot.com"><font size="3">blog</font></a><font size="3">!</font></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-IYw41xwChf0/Tl1M9oMNq5I/AAAAAAAAAZA/zGc9BDaMbGA/s1600-h/photo_1%25255B1%25255D%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_1[1]" border="0" alt="photo_1[1]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-KwJO5GK0ffY/Tl1M-4klpYI/AAAAAAAAAZE/OnpYDsZP0nw/photo_1%25255B1%25255D_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="374" height="195" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">My last random thought for the day is that in my next life I want to be Cotton – this was at 6:45 a.m. and he was already taking a nap!</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2RXfrl2GZXA/Tl1NCNZSbAI/AAAAAAAAAZI/pEhbJEntfH4/s1600-h/photo_4%25255B1%25255D%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><font size="3"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="photo_4[1]" border="0" alt="photo_4[1]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1fT6vJEOkBc/Tl1NDK_oAEI/AAAAAAAAAZM/kOZ6WO_9Vtk/photo_4%25255B1%25255D_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="314" height="242" /></font></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">I am also still aware that I owe an entire post to Josh’s graduation weekend and Rhett’s second birthday party – maybe I will get to that before my post on Labor Day!</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-54020453647297729972011-08-26T05:29:00.001-07:002011-08-26T05:29:56.910-07:00the sweet Gordon family<p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward"></font></p> <p><img alt="The Gordons" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Ic3jxwHVNQo/Tjli9n3ovmI/AAAAAAAABHk/MddbJiAiT9Q/s728/header.jpg" width="378" height="145" /></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Another contest for a good cause. When I was teaching at the UWA Campus School, I had the most precious little girl in my class. Her name was Mary Reeves Gordon and she had the curliest hair and most beautiful eyes. She was a diva to say the least… always leading the class even though she was one of the youngest ones. She was one that I could have held all day and she wanted no part of that… she was always too busy for cuddling <img style="border-bottom-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-style: none; border-left-style: none" class="wlEmoticon wlEmoticon-sadsmile" alt="Sad smile" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-rrKEkO3dnMY/TleRw5Z3pdI/AAAAAAAAAX8/yxLix_IoaHs/wlEmoticon-sadsmile%25255B2%25255D.png?imgmax=800" /> MR is also one of the smartest children I have ever been around… and she is a fashion trend setter – she came to the CS with some “"sparkly tennis shoes””" and soon that was all the rage among the 2-4 year olds. they lit up when you walked and I think that was the only thing I ever had to get on to MR for…. stomping her feet at nap to make her shoes light up! Anyways, MR and her sweet parents and precious little brother Murphy moved to Starkville (their original hometown). My blog obsession lead me to Meaghan’'s blog and I have kept up with them through that. </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Recently, Meaghan has posted that they are adopting a baby boy from Ethiopia. If you have even known anyone who has adopted then you know it is expensive… to say the least. Meaghan and Wes know that this is a calling from God and they know that what He calls you to do, He will provide for. I say all of that to say GO READ THEIR <a href="http://www.thewesgordonfamily.blogspot.com">BLOG</a>! Meaghan is such a fantastic writer and they need all the support they can get. They are selling t-shirts that look like this….</font></p> <p><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Pyp_CoaCGeE/TlLJtrRut6I/AAAAAAAABIo/srgl-Cvyg48/s1600/Gordon+t-shirt.JPG"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Pyp_CoaCGeE/TlLJtrRut6I/AAAAAAAABIo/srgl-Cvyg48/s200/Gordon+t-shirt.JPG" width="336" height="348" /></a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">and having a yard sale extravaganza that I may be making a trip to Starkville to check out! Please at least go read their story and support them in anyway that you can. They really are as precious as they seem!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">and from Meaghan….</font></p> <p><strong><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Helpful info:</font></strong></p> <ul> <li><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Here's the direct link to the T-shirt information for your posts: </font><a href="http://thewesgordonfamily.blogspot.com/2011/08/adoption-t-shirts-for-sale.html"><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">http://thewesgordonfamily.blogspot.com/2011/08/adoption-t-shirts-for-sale.html</font></a></li> <li><font size="3" face="Socially Awkward">Our Garage Sale Extravaganza will be at our house...204 Willow Bend on Friday, Sept. 2 from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 3 from 6 a.m. until. We have EVERYTHING you can imagine for sale! :) </font></li> </ul> Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-33123429678309145202011-08-07T15:53:00.001-07:002011-08-07T15:53:12.495-07:00first day jitters<p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">at this moment, I am sitting in my classroom imagining how tomorrow will go… and I can only say that I hope it goes off without a hitch! I am pretty sure that I have more than enough activities planned to keep us busy – that plus snack and playtime, 12 o’clock will be here before we know it. </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Last week I sent my kiddos some “ready confetti” in the mail to make the first day jitters go away… let me be real honest when I say that I will have ready confetti under my pillow tonight. I am antsy… not so much about tomorrow – but about the rest of the year!! </font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">My classroom is complete and ready for the 22 little bodies that will be here first thing in the morning.</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">As soon as I have time to catch my breath this week, I will post about my first day of school, Rhett’s 2nd birthday party, Josh’s graduation party, and the movie <em>The Help</em> – which I will be going to see on Wednesday! Until then… here are the classroom pictures I promised!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">birthday chart on my closet door</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-gAC3iBAb-Ko/Tj8XL9dfYrI/AAAAAAAAAWQ/vEEQnz1bGMw/s1600-h/birthday%252520graph%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="birthday graph" border="0" alt="birthday graph" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-JvB_YqtOD7g/Tj8XMcR8QOI/AAAAAAAAAWU/_D_ivqTlE5Q/birthday%252520graph_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">computer area</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-D-y1Sw4UwWE/Tj8XM9WTZgI/AAAAAAAAAWY/2wt1HhgbP0U/s1600-h/computer%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="computer" border="0" alt="computer" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ivIP6f3Hfos/Tj8XNPi7F8I/AAAAAAAAAWc/fE2ieSox1CI/computer_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Bulletin Board by the whiteboard</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"></font><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ZwsweZv78vg/Tj8XNQ6coFI/AAAAAAAAAWg/xB1Kd_Rji3U/s1600-h/Look%252520Who...%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="Look Who..." border="0" alt="Look Who..." src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-fMADW-qWbZg/Tj8XN7sFk0I/AAAAAAAAAWk/qYjngSJcRTI/Look%252520Who..._thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">front door</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-goUwck14peM/Tj8XOD748SI/AAAAAAAAAWo/MA1p62QsRTw/s1600-h/Room%2525204%252520Door%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="Room 4 Door" border="0" alt="Room 4 Door" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZwK03qwUGso/Tj8XOr-kldI/AAAAAAAAAWs/qFWbx2AFJto/Room%2525204%252520Door_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244" /></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Teachers’ Editions, Paper Sorters, etc.</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-RdgEMS5s43k/Tj8XPOKrhYI/AAAAAAAAAWw/V7xkMYXF7Gw/s1600-h/sorters%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="sorters" border="0" alt="sorters" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-t-oHmRpvKKY/Tj8XPT4-gFI/AAAAAAAAAW0/N4lKNrMAAlo/sorters_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="184" /></font></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">whiteboard</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4SJalUAajTo/Tj8XP0UW_pI/AAAAAAAAAW4/A4hqwEEtp9w/s1600-h/whiteboard%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"><img style="background-image: none; 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font-size: small;">So, one of my blogger friends who I stalk daily, </span><a href="http://www.thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com/"><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">Cara from The First Grade Parade</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;"> has introduced me to my new favorite computer obsessions… one of them, I am using right now called Windows Live Writer – if you are interested, click on the link to her blog and check out her recent posts… it makes blogging super easy – if you are a frequent blogger, you know the frustrations of uploading numerous pictures… And my other new obsession is </span><a href="http://pinterest.com/"><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">Pinterest</span></a><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;"> which is like an online clipboard- let’s just say that you should give it a try… I have already pinned about 200 things! 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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">Now, back to my post about what I have been up to… whew – let’s just say I have been really busy… but it has been sooooo much fun. Momma, Sara, and I ventured South to Texas last month. Momma and I have been numerous times to visit family but it was Sara’s first trip – so we did things that we had not done in years and some that I had never done. Our first adventure was the 16 hour car ride- our GPS “Gertrude” directed us on our way with no trouble… We split up the driving and it was not a bad ride (complete with a pit stop at Target).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">One of the stories that we got the most laughs out of happened at a convenience store on the way down… Three women traveling together – we all had to tee tee. We head in the restroom where we discover two stalls- one is full and one is nasty… we stand there making awkward small talk waiting on the one that was full and this is what we hear… “ya’ll waiting on the bathroom?” – really? no we were just hanging out in here – she then says the following, and I am quoting here – “well, I ‘m gone let ya’ll go ahead because I got some BIG business to do in there” as she comes out, she informs me (the first one in) that “I already padded the seat for you” – like I was going to sit on the paper she had already sat on… if you are not laughing then I guess it is one of those had to be there moments because it was hilarious to us – while I was using the potty and trying not to laugh out loud, she tells Momma and Sara that the reason she has to do BIG business is because they had eaten KFC a few miles back… Got to love people who share too much!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">We made it to South Padre Island late Friday night and crashed. We slept late on Saturday and then took a ride around the Island so Sara could see the sights. Sara and I made our way to the beach to discover that the sand down there is more like sandy dirt (we know that ours in GS is not like that only because it is hauled in) – nonetheless, we decided the pool was more for us. It was the most beautiful pool and super relaxing. Everyone enjoyed fish tacos for supper and I stuck with my trusty mac and cheese! On Sunday morning, Sara woke up with a wild hair to ride horses on the beach. While this is something that has always been on my bucket list, I have never thought about doing it while at the Island. We headed out that morning and had the best time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">I will not even lie – I was sore the next day. I have always loved horses but never quite learned how to take the bounce out of my ride! Monday was spent by Sara and I at Schlitterbahn Water Park and let me tell you, whoever had the idea to wait in line for a water slide in a lazy river is a genius. It was a blast, we acted like five year olds and giggled all day!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">On Tuesday, we traveled to the Harlingen area to visit some more family, eat at our favorite Mexican place – authentic Mexican place- and wander as close to the border as we could get. I am still saddened by the fact that it is not safe to cross the Mexican border anymore. The drug wars are too dangerous to travel over. However, I wish I had one more trip I could make. It is such an experience to see that type of culture. However, it is not such a great experience that I am willing to risk my life… That afternoon, we headed North to San Antonio. We made a pit stop by Kingsville, Texas to visit the King Ranch museum – this was cooked up by Momma and Sara. I had never heard of King Ranch. It was a neat museum and a fun pit stop. We made it to our hotel and got checked in. We attempted to make our way on the River Walk to the restaurant area only to discover we had no clue where we were headed… luckily, we ran into a nice jogger who pointed us in the right direction – two miles up the river. We opted to eat at Hard Rock Café which was delicious… we stopped by a few shops and headed home to rest for the busy next day.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">Wednesday was packed full with the Alamo and Sea World. The Alamo was the same as always (Momma insists we go every time)- but still interesting to see that part of history. Last time I went to Sea World was in Orlando when I was babysitting – long story short, it was hot and miserable… however, this time it was possibly my favorite part of our trip. We arrived just in time to see a sea lion show; we also saw the Shamoo show, a trick Ski Show, and a Beluga Whale/birds/water acrobats show… by far my favorites were the killer whales and the trick ski show. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">We then visited the dolphins for feeding time, the sharks, and the water park. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">We also talked Momma into riding with us – we waited in line entirely too long but it was fun! The day ended with showers, a seconds rest, and the Riverwalk again. This time, we decided to wait on a water taxi which was much easier than the two mile hike. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">We chose the Rainforest Café for supper and it was amazing. I had never eaten at one and I was amazed by the décor. The manager came to our table and entertained us with card tricks while we waited on our food. He was funny and the wait was quick. He also gave us a free dessert called a Volcano – delish!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">We took a real Taxi back to our hotel and packed up. Sara and I were both a little homesick so we chose to drive early and left at 6 a.m. We were home by about 7 that night and pooped. I had missed all of my boys – Daniel, Daddy, Mo, Tyler, Rhett, and Cole…</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">All of that happened almost a month ago… and since then, lots more has happened :) After coming home on Thursday, I packed up and headed North to Daniel’s for the weekend. It had been a while since I visited and was due for a lazy weekend. The weekend turned out to not be so lazy when Daniel found Miss Belle on Saturday. He found this dog on Craig’s List and it turns out she was about two miles from his house. Other than tee-teeing on the floor, she is a great puppy who provides lots of company to Daniel. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">That Sunday, I made a running trip back home in time to teach VBS for the week. The theme was Big Apple Adventure – and it was definitely and adventure. I am always amazed at the VBS songs and how they teach the kids – if you have never heard John 3:16, the rap version, then you should. I love VBS, it is such a fun/busy time. I was so absolutely worn out by Thursday that I threw my Costas in the trash can at the church… needless to say, Friday morning I was digging in the dumpster :( but I found them :) with no scratches (that weren’t there before) and just fine. It was a lesson that I need to rest more and not try to do much!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">That weekend, we took another river trip to Demopolis. Although we got in a little rain, the trip was a blast – as always!!</span><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">This past week was busier than most with preparing my classroom which will be filled with 22 kiddos in 6 days and getting ready for our big three man scramble. The tournament is one of my favorite weekends of the year. There are 52 teams and 156 golfers that come into town once a year. Most of them have been coming for years so it’s like a reunion all weekend. Another fun thing about this year was that <a href="http://www.kaleyhayden.blogspot.com/">Kaley</a> came to visit. It was nice to have her here to enjoy the fun and we made some GREAT memories – some we will never live down!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia; font-size: small;">This week will be spent in the classroom. It is coming along so nicely and I am so close but there is so much more to do. There will be a back to school post complete with pictures before school starts. Tomorrow is my favorite nephew's second birthday - he doesn't know it yet but Aunt Curt will be surprising him with a yummy birthday biscuit and balloon - having him across the street makes him easier to spoil (as if I ever had a problem)... birthday and back to school in the next post! Until then....</span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-69724155184533573952011-07-07T11:53:00.001-07:002011-07-07T11:53:46.309-07:00Enjoyed some time with my bestie...next post- Texas trip :)<p class="mobile-photo"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7k4Xz5v0tj4/ThYAvIvLMnI/AAAAAAAAAUg/581V_2MgAXw/s1600/IMG_2265-726313.png"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7k4Xz5v0tj4/ThYAvIvLMnI/AAAAAAAAAUg/581V_2MgAXw/s320/IMG_2265-726313.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5626685594245214834" /></a></p>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-994094238159751759.post-18439552577768658852011-07-05T14:34:00.000-07:002011-07-05T14:42:00.838-07:00days are getting longer and passing quickly<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">WOW - Summer is flying by. In some ways, I am excited - the quicker summer moves, the sooner I get to start teaching, and the sooner June comes and I get to marry by best friend... and the sooner I get to enjoy summer again - hopefully a little more stress free! The past two weeks have been so busy. I have been working for a local attorney filling in for his secretary who recently had back surgery. I am thankful for a way to make some summer money and the work is not hard at all :) However, there are many days that I should be spending in my classroom - and many lunch breaks and afternoons that I am spending there instead.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">I have not posted since my last vacation and I am heading out again this week so I thought I should catch up...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Besides working at the law office, I have been working in my classroom attempting to organize my library/materials. It is coming along nicely and I am almost ready to have 22 little bodies in there everyday.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">I got to go with Rhett and Amanda to get Rhett's first haircut the other day... he was such a big boy and did not cry one bit :) Aunt "Curt" got lots of pictures. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Speaking of Rhett - they moved to the house across the street from my parents house this weekend. I am so excited about having them this close. Let's just hope I don't wear out my welcome in the first week! Rhett had lots of fun moving... the adults were worn out from packing and chasing him for three days :) but it was worth it!</span><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Cole spent the night last night. Amanda and I took him and Rhett to the Nursing Home that Granny is in to watch the fireworks show. Watching Cole and Rhett play together makes me remember the days when my precious big boy Cole was a little blond-haired, blue-eyed two year old. He has grown into such a handsome young boy but I sometimes miss those days of Finding Nemo and gravy biscuits!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">Morgan, Sara, Daniel, and I made a Sunday river trip to celebrate the fourth. We traveled to the "slide" at Dennis Riley's camp and to Three Mile Sandbar. We had so much fun watching the <strike>kids </strike>adults enjoy the water slide. It really is something you would only see in Choctaw County but it is also one of the most fun things I have ever done at the river! The video of me and Cotton is from the week before but it is still funny. The one of Daniel is from this week - I am marrying a big kid :) </span><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: Georgia;">Speaking of Daniel - we shaved his head yesterday. This is not the first time but it always takes me some time to get used to it... this is the pile of hair... probably would have made a good wig.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">This week consists of working, classroom planning, a visit from Kaley, a movie with Cole, and on Friday - leaving for Texas with momma and Sara. We are planning a trip to South Padre Island and San Antonio to visit with family and let Sara get a taste of Texas :) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">After we come back from Texas, I am planning a weekend trip to Daniel's to shop for my classroom and spend some time with him... the next weekend is our second river trip to Demopolis for the summer... the next weekend is the big Three Man Scramble in Butler... the next weekend will be Rhett's birthday party and Josh Vick's graduation/party... then I start school on Monday -Can we say busy July?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">If you are wondering why this post has so many pictures it's because I joined the rest of the civilized world and got an iPhone- can we say obsessed?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">On another completely random note... have you discovered Pinterest? It is a site that allows you to "pin" things you like that you find on the Internet... you can also <strike>stalk</strike> follow people like the fabulous Cara Carroll from <a href="http://www.thefirstgradeparade.blogspot.com/">The First Grade Parade</a> or Kimbo West from <a href="http://www.kimboscrafts.blogspot.com/">A Girl and A Glue Gun</a> - these are my two guilty pleasures... one for crafts and one for teaching :) To see all the totally random things I have pinned today, go <a href="http://pinterest.com/creynolds365/pins/">here</a>...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia;">As for today, Cole and I are headed to see Cars 2 in 3D and I am a<strike> little</strike> lot excited! </span>Courtney Vickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02778111748597561219noreply@blogger.com0