Monday, September 1, 2014

September 2014



September 2014: 
A few weeks ago I ran five miles with my younger brother Aaron.  He really pushed me and helped me run at a faster pace than I would normally.  When we finished running I said to him “To think, two and a half years ago you were helping me with my drains post- surgery and now you are running five miles with me. It is truly amazing how the body heals and how people push forward with life.”

A really good friend gave me this birthday present.  I have been wearing it ever since I got it. I think it is very pretty but I love the information that came with the gift.



“The graceful starfish is a regenerative creature, consistently growing and transforming whenever necessary.  Courageously it moves forward through both calm and troubled waters.”

I can’t help but think of myself as a starfish at times.  There are times that are tough but you just have to keep pushing forward.   I am so happy to report that the Islers had an amazing summer.  We were able to watch our children learn to swim. I was able to hang out with the kids and watch them play nicely together and truly use their imaginations. I was able to sit on the beach at WML and watch Ruthie swim out to the dock for the first time. I was able to meet up with an old friend and teacher. We got to watch our children experience Disney World for the very first time.  It was magical to see their excitement and soak it all up.  We were able to spend time with family and share laughs.

As a teacher my year start s in September and not January like the rest of the world.  I am looking forward to another great school year at CMS. Of course I still get the butterflies and have those first day of school nightmares.  Here’s to a great 2014-2015!  I can’t wait to see what adventures are waiting for me! 

( I put a few extra pictures up for you Erica Arrington)

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