MOVING DAY!

FINALLY! We are moving to Richmond today, and we are extremely excited to start this new phase of our lives together. I am so GRATEFUL to have such a wonderful MAN by my side, and my family that supports all of our decisions in life. In fact, we can't wait for them to visit next weekend. They are excited to bring Baby Gunnar to Richmond to shop at Short Pump Mall.

Jordan and Jarrad are waiting for us in Richmond! Woo-hoooo! They just finished setting up their apartment today.

I love and miss you MawMaw! R.I.P May 17, 1943-August 20, 2009

Two angels reunited...We love you MawMaw and Granny! You were truly angels on earth....

What a busy busy summer it has been?!

Home Sweet Home!
Well, the summer is nearing its end, and it's just the beginning of a new phase in our lives. Working with Greater Washington Sports Alliance was quite possibly one of the best experiences of my life. It has taught me to be professional, out-going, goal-oriented, and not to be afraid of asking questions. This opportunity has opened many doors, and hopefully one of them will lead to a career. I was able to meet many different athletes, business men and women, and best of all, a great group of co-workers. I will miss every single one of them.

On to bigger and better things! Chris and I have found a one bedroom apartment in Richmond, VA. We are 3 minutes from Short Pump. For all of you lucky family members who live further away, our apartment complex has a 2 bedroom fully furnished guest suite fo just $95 a night. For now, unless I get a full time job, Chris and I will be transferring to the Outback in Richmond at West Broad Street. The excitment of starting our lives together is starting to take over, and we have been all smiles since... I could not ask for a more supportive, loving, and caring partner to spend the rest of my life with. We're having lots of fun coming up with decorating ideas. We do know now that our bedroom will be brown and green. I just bought everything today (as you can see in the pictures above). We're still having trouble deciding what we would like to do in the living room. Right now I'm voting for animal prints. I've seen alot of classy looking decor out and about today. I need to run it by Chris though hehe.

Also, our best friends Jordan and Jarrad have decided to move into the same complex as us. They will be the building accross the way from us. It is going to be so nice to have them there in Richmond. We truly have loads of fun together. Yes, we're gonna be those couples out having fun. And yes, Jordan and I will be those cute lil moms together!

More updates to come!

New Beginnings...

So we finally did it! On May 9, 2009 Chris and I graduated from Radford University. On May 11, 2009, WE MOVED OUT OF RADFORD! I couldn't be sad about graduating because I was so anxious to get out of there. I remember when Chris and I would drive around Radford or Christiansburg, we would just keep saying, "We're almost out of here, just a few more days." When we were driving down I66 about 10 exits away from my new home at his Mom's house, I changed my radio stations haha.

Once we got settled in, we took a trip back to my hometown, Virginia Beach, for the weekend. Friday night, we went out to dinner at Chick's Raw Oyster Bar (Chris' Favorite), for Courtney's birthday. Saturday, we got everything ready for Courtney's baby shower. Rain drowned out the baby shower. People that RSVP'd didn't even show up. However, you can always count on family. Mommy took me shopping on Monday to get some clothes for work. I hate shopping for clothes right now because I'm not at my "happy" weight. I've been trying to get back down to a comfortable weight, but I'm so out of shape. It's going to take a lot of hard work.

This past week Chris and I have just really enjoyed the time off we have now because I start my internship next Wednesday and we've successfully transferred to Outback in Warrenton which starts next Monday. Orientation for my internship was held on Wednesday, and I walked out of there thinking, "How in the world did I land this internship." Of the 7 interns, I am the only one that has graduated, therefore that puts me in great position to land a job with them if something is open. We have an event on May 30th with the Washington Mystics and June 1st, our "Fore Our Youth" Golf Tournament. I'm excited to start. I will definitely keep updating throughout the summer.

Here are some pics from Graduation...

Chris and I right after graduating!

All of us together again! :)

Love this picture!

My Family

Courtney (and Gunnar), Kendall, Me, Harper, Mom, & Dad

Chris' Mom, and Grandma

So happy they were able to make it

Me, PawPaw, and Carolyn

COMM Ladies!

6 days til it's over!

So 2 finals for me and 3 finals for Chris stand in the way of us and FREEDOM...well for now! I'm beginning to get anxious. It is so hard to study for your last 2 tests of your college career, and not to mention all I want to do is pack haha! Monday is my last day at work, and Tuesday for Chris. The majority of the house is packed with the exception of my room.

We're really excited about our Grad Party, dinner, and last time out with everyone! We've booked a U-Haul for Monday, May 11th. The plan is to pack up the house and leave Monday sometime, drive to NOVA, unpack and get situated, then head to VB for a few days.

....THEN REALITY BEGINS
..........my internship starts with orientaton May 18th.

42 days til Graduation!

42 days til Graduation and 34 days til the last day of classes! Can you tell that I'm getting a little anxious!? With college coming to an end, the work load is getting heavier and heavier. I have my 30 pg. PR Campaign due May 1st, and two other class projects due around the same time, as well as journals, tests, and the list goes on! So much for enjoying the nice weather when it FINALLY gets here.

Well, I've got some exciting news! I landed the internship that I interviewed for at the conference up in D.C. I found out Tuesday through an email from the internship coordinator at the company. It is a non-profit sports commission located in Washington D.C. by the name of Greater Washington Sports Alliance. I've listed some of the tasks that I will be given below:
· Writing for newsletters and other external communications
· Writing memos
· Assist with press releases and media advisories
· Administrative duties (mailings, emails, preparing for meetings)
· Answer Marathon hotlines
· Prepare documents for Events
· Facilities Management
· Research and Development for new events
· Event planning and execution
· Sponsorship profiles and outreach

I'm very excited about this opportunity, and hope that it will lead to a full time job after completion!

Chris is currently applying with the Prince William County Police Department for an intern position. Not as extensive as Fairfax County...thank goodness!

Harper is currently shedding because he has so much hair. A grooming appointment is in his future, most likely when we go up to NOVA for Chris' birthday in April. While in Northern VA over spring break, we visited some apartments that we are interested in. They are called Lakeside Apartments. They are running a rent special now ($300 of your rent each month with a 12 month lease). The one bedroom 735 sq. ft. that we liked is priced at $1030 after the special and the 1 bedroom plus a den 925 sq ft. is $1265 after the special. YES I know, outrageous for an apartment, but that is the consequences for wanting more job opportunities. These are extremely nice apartments though in a SAFE area and pet friendly. If Chris will be gone working a lot then I would rather know that I am in a safe area even if it means paying more to live there. We've been leaning towards the 1 bed plus den because it's not much more a month and we just feel that we'll be cramped in the other. Plus, I would like to have somewhere for family to stay when they come visit. We are living with Chris' mom for the summer until we get on our own feet. I NEED a full time job by November when my mom can no longer claim me on insurance :-(

Needless to say, we are VERY excited and I've already started packing up some of the house like winter clothes, and other things not necessarily needed at this time. Ok, well I'm going to lay down for a bit before work at 3pm today. I hope I make lots of money and Chris is food running tonight...lucky duck! He'll make well over $100

Talk to you all soon!

Travel Travel Travel!

In the morning, Chris and I will be traveling for Northern VA for all sorts of reasons. I am attending the Sport Industry Networking Conference (SINC) Friday and Saturday in Washington D.C./Arlington. Hopefully, I will land a great internship, since it is costing me $175 just to go to the conference. :( Some of the companies and organizations that will be there are the Washington Redskins, DC United, Washington Mystics (Women's Basketball), Comcast SportsNet, and some other great sport industry organizations. I'm really excited and very nervous all a the same time. We had the opportunity to submit our resumes ahead of time, and picked our top 8 choices of companies to interview.

Monday, Chris has his interview with the Fairfax County Police for his internship. He will then take polygraph exam on Tuesday at 7:30am...tooo early for me! Then it is off to the eye doctor and dentist.

We just might find some time for a little R&R....if we're lucky! So not so much of a relaxing Spring Break ahead of us, not to mention we have to come back Wednesday to work the rest of the week :(.

Harper will be staying at the puppy hotel for the week...I will miss him dearly, Chris not so much! Ok well it's a little after 2am and I need some major beauty sleep! Oh yeah...almost forgot, I cut my hair short again! Love love love it! Night night sleep tight everyone!

A few updates...

Hi Everyone,

Hope everyone is doing well. Chris and I are doing just fine. We have been EXTREMELY busy with school and work. Chris has been working non-stop. I rarely see him. We're either in class or at work. I guess it's a little taste of what our future will be like when we're both working....gone all day, at home at night, hopefully the weekends to ourselves.

So a few holidays have passed since I've last updated everyone! Chris and I celebrated our 1 year anniversary on February 7th. We actually got the opportunity to get OUT of Radford for a weekend! IT WAS A MIRACLE! We went to Charlottesville for the weekend and stayed with his grandma. Friday night, his Mom also came to visit. That was nice, it's always good to see her. We all went out to dinner at this cute pizza place, Vinny's. Matt, Chris' brother, came down for the night as well, and his aunt. It was like we hadn't seen each other in forever. We were all cracking jokes the entire night. We definitely got some looks from other people in the restaurant, but who cares, we were all just happy to be together. Saturday, Chris and I spent the day in the historic downtown Charlottesville. We walked down and visited all the shops and scenery. It was nice just being able to relax and do what we wanted for the day. We ate at this little deli called Bagby's. Probably the best club sandwich I had in awhile. For dinner, Aberdeen Barn! FABULOUS! Chris has gone many of times, and I have never had the chance. I had a glass of Pinot Nior and tasted scallops for the first time. Chris loves them! We're always in the mood to try new things. It's one thing we love about each other. We went back to his grandma's for dessert and coffee because somehow she always manages to make the best coffee, breakfast, dinner, you name it, she can do it! That weekend was absolutely relaxing! It was just what we needed!

P.S. I'm sitting watching Chris do it Wii Fit Yoga and Strength exercises...it's his new favorite hobby and quite entertaining I might add. We bought the Nintendo Wii and Wii Fit with our tax money and a Valentine's gift to each other! Very good investment.

Ok, so Valentine's Day followed a week after our anniversary. It wasn't extravagant like last year, but very thoughtful! We had a to work that day which SUCKED, but it was nice to be able to be together. I woke up to Chris making me my favorite breakfast, french toast, eggs, and bacon! And of course, a dozen roses. However, there were things hanging from them, I couldn't see them well because my eyes hadn't adjusted yet. At first I thought it was some other flowers with the roses. Little did I know, they were paper hearts hanging from the stems with 12 reasons why he loves me...they were soo good I have to share them with you!

1. The first read, I love you, Happy Valentine's Day!
2. I love you because your BEAUTIFUL
3. I love you because you're so caring to me and others.
4. I love you because you ALWAYS make me smile or laugh even at times when I don't want to...
5. I love you because of the sweet gifts you've given me.
6. I love you because of your incredible heart.
7. I love you because of the amount of excitement you bring into my life everyday.
8. I love you because of your extreme patience with me even when I push it to the limit...sometimes!
9. I love the way you kiss me and touch me....a little PG-13 rated I know...
10. I love you because of the amazing way you always seem to read my mind.
11. I love you because of off the amazing new experiences that I've shared for the first time with you and only you.
12. I love you because of the fact that you are without a doubt my true soul mate....(2015) :)....that's when he always says he's going to propose haha!

...isn't that so SWEEEET! I told him I didn't know he had it in him. I felt bad because I thought we decided to take it easy this year, so I got him a card. However, I did make this memory chest. In it are two heart boxes in which we plan to write a letter to each other. Then next year, open it up and read the letters to each other. Then write again...and repeat the process throughout!

Anywho, it's about time to go take my history test!!! I'm extremely nervous because it is a 100 level class and the test is all essay and no study guide...WHO DOES THAT! History teachers of course...this is why I have such a hard time passing college history! WISH ME LUCK!

WoW It's been awhile...

It's been quite a long time since I've updated everyone on life here in Good Ole' Radford. Well I just haven't had much time to sit down and write. Chris and I have been working since the day we came back from break. It's paid off though. We're both finally making enough money to relax and not worry about making the money to pay bills each month. We are both very happy with Outback. The money, the management, and the people are all so much better!

Now as for school, we are absolutely ready to be out of here! Senioritis has kicked in without a doubt. We are still going to class and completing our work, we just don't want to be here anymore. Both of us have quite a bit of work ahead of us in our classes, but we can do it! My search for internships has become a little easier. My networking skills are growing. I think mostly, I miss having Jordan around to hang out with and do our girl things.

Our 1 year anniversary is coming up on February 7, 2009. I'm excited for it. This relationship has been by far the best thing that has ever happened to me. Chris has inspired me to open up to new things and look at life totally differently. He's pushed me to do better in school, which I know my parents have always wanted. He's that person I can't get enough of, and the one person I know will listen to anything and everything that can come out of my mouth, and believe me he puts up with a lot. I've never been so proud to point him out and say "That's him." So for our anniversary, we are going to Charlottesville to the Aberdeen Barn for dinner. He's been many times before, and I've been patiently waiting for my chance. We're planning to do something else, but still trying to figure that out. It's hard to believe that it has been an entire year already. I guess you could say time flies when you're in love...

Cute Things Falling Asleep

This is addicting! My favorite is Sleepy Puppy 6...scroll down to the end and click older posts then scroll to the bottom of that page. It's a boston terrier and it reminds alot of Harper! We're going to try and catch Harper in action!

www.cutethingsfallingasleep.org

Will I get a niece or a nephew???

Tomorrow is the day that...hopefully...my sister finds out if she is having a boy or a girl. I just have to say that if they have a boy, I think this is an adorable crib bedding set because they are going to decorate in monkeys if its a boy!! I'm so excited! I'll update as soon as I find out!!!

Hello from Tennessee!

Hii Everyone,

I'm sitting in the cabin waiting for everyone to get ready for our last day in Gatlinburg, TN. Today, we are going to Dollywood and it is supposed to be 33 degrees. So let's just say, we're going to FREEZE on the rides. Tonight it wil be all lit up. I can't wait. Last night we went to The Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede. SOOO MUCH FUN! My favorite thing thus far. You were served a four course meal redneck style. Everything was to be eaten by hand. We had a mouth watering routisserie chicken, a slice of pork, cream of vegetable soup, a homemade biscuit, a potato wedge, and your choice of drink in a mason jar. For dessert, an apple turnover. Just about everyone had been to one before, I on the other hand hadn't. I was trying to eat and watch at the same time. Chris was making sure that I wouldn't miss a thing. There was so much going on. The riders were doing tricks on their horses, and there was a live nativity scene, with wisemen on camels, and livestock. Words can't explain. I definitely want to bring my family here. They would love it. Anywho, I need to finish getting ready, but here are a few pictures....

This is the ornament Chris and I got personalized at the Christmas Place...Mom, Maw Maw, and Court...Ya'll would live in here
Our souvenier cup from The Dixie Stampede which was filled with Orange Cremecicle Slushie

Til next time...I should have many more pictures to come!

FINALS ARE THE DEATH OF US

So, I'm taking a break to procrastinate a little bit. Chris and I have been in the library for 4 hours now and I think I might have an anxiety attack soon. I have 4 study guides as well as him. Two or our test are cumulative, and I asked myself earlier. Why would a teacher have a mid-term and then have a cumulative final. What is the point of stressing us out over the same material TWICE! It's very irritating. Not only are we stressed, but all we can think about is 6 days from now, we'll be in Gatlinburg, TN and then soon home with our families. BUTTTT, 5 finals for me and 4 for Chris are standing in our way! I forgot how horrible Finals were because I was blessed with only 3 last year. We ate breakfast and for our choice of FINALS APPETIZERS we brought 4 clementines, a box of sweet tarts from the movies last night, 2 caramel macchiatos however you spell that, and a bottle of water. Oh and some crackers that we devoured about an hour ago...so needless to say I'm hungry.

Tonight, we are having Jordan, Jarrad, and Midas over for dinner and to watch the UNC game...and BBQ is cooking at home in the crockpot, and I'm so excited for it. Then tomorrow will be filled with more exam studying. I'm now thankful that we aren't working til the 28th because a lot of my classes are borderline C to B or B to A....and my final assignments and exams will determine them. So I need all the time I can get....ok enough procrastinating...back to these dreadful study guides...

I CAN'T WAIT TO GET OUT OF HERE!

Our Christmas Cocktail Party

403 Christmas Cocktail Party 2008

Chris, Me, Cara, Brittany

So happy :-)

This is why we're best friends

This doesn't make me and Britt look like lobsters. We tanned just a little too long that day.

By far the cutest picture of Harper and Me.


Ohh this is l.o.v.e


So I think eventually, we'll need a bigger tree =)

Time for Mistletoe and Holly ;-)

...ok so now I'm really counting down until Christmas Break...11 days until Gatlinburg!

1 week down, 2 to go!

Hello All,

Well, we've gotten the worst week out of the way. I'm beginning to think this past week is worse than final exam week. Chris and I turned in all of our semester long assignments. I just have a presentation and an electronic career portfolio due on Friday and Chris has another presentation. Today, we are studying for our Outback menu test. (It's kinda intimidating!)

Later tonight, the girls have decided to carry on a tradition we've been attending since we were sophomores. A couple of our girlfriends used to hold a Christmas Cocktail Party every year, but they are alums now so it's are turn to carry it on. So we have that tonight, and Chris and I have our test tomorrow.

In the meantime, we'll be tuned into football ALL day! GO HOKIES & GO GATORS!

I don't know about Chris, but I've started the countdown to Gatlinburg...only 13 days to go! :-)
I can't wait to relax and enjoy the scenery. I'm especially excited about Dollywood and the Dixie Stampede!

Well I hope everyone had a great week! We're just happy ours is over haha!

Til next time...

I'm Going to be an Aunt...for the 1st Time!

So, I'm finally allowed to let this secret out. My older sister is 13 weeks pregnant with her first child, my first lil niece or nephew, and my parents first grandchild, and my grandparents first great grandchild. So needless to say, this lil one is going to be SPOILED! And, I have to admit, I'll be doing alot of it.

Black Friday...
So my Mom and I woke up at 3:45 am to get to Kohls by 4am to purchase my parents first fake Christmas tree...it was a sad thing, but the tree was such a good deal. It was hilarious though because my Mom dropped me off at the door so I could go claim ours, and this lady who had already checked out said to me in a war-zone voice, "Good Luck." I told her this was my first experience of EARLY morning Black Friday shopping. I have to admit, it wasn't that bad. Then my Mom and I continued to shop for everyone. I've bought all of Chris' stuff, and now I have to work on everyone else. We finished around 10:30 a.m.

Anywho, just wanted to do a little update before bed. I'm heading back to Radford tomorrow, so I can get all my work done, and just because I miss Chris and want to see him. So the sooner the better. It's sad, I'm around him every day of my life, and I still can't get enough of him. That's why I love him so much...

til next time,

Goodnight and Sweetdreams Everyone.
I hope everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving

So I've been told I needed to update... :-)

First off, sorry everyone for the lack of updates. The last week before break was super busy, and I just didn't have much time to sit down and write. Well, Chris and I got the jobs at Outback...yippee! They ended up giving us our Thanksgiving Break off, and we were able to surprise our parents by coming home. We packed in a matter of 30 minutes, and we were off to Charlottesville, to surprise Chris' Mom who was visiting her Mom. She had absolutely no idea. I tell you what, I couldn't stop smiling because it was so nice to be able to come home to the ones we love to spend the holiday together. We stayed the night in Charlottesville, woke up the next morning and left for Va Beach to surprise my parents. We arrived here around 1pm and waited for my parents to get home from church. The first thing my Mom said was, "You're a liar," because I told her that we were in Christiansburg getting Chris' car looked at. HAHA. They were surprised as well.

Chris and I had a lot of fun the few days he was here. We went to lunch with my Mom on Monday, and then did what I loved to do when I have no money and that is window shop...hehe! It's always fun to dream. Later on Monday, Chris, Kendall, and I went to my MawMaw's house to put her Christmas Tree up for her. She decorates her tree in hearts, and there are a TON of them. I don't know how we managed to get all of them on there. Tuesday, we went to UNO's for lunch since we don't have one at school. Then we went to the beach to takes some pictures. We made baked spaghetti for dinner and then went to see the Holiday Lights at the Beach. That was hysterical! Harper was growling at the light up ducks and swans, and barking at the cars behind us. Chris videotaped me singing "The 12 Days of Christmas." Too bad he erased it..hehe

Chris left this morning to go home, and I already miss him. I've been bored ever since. We got home from taking him to the interstate, and Harper was looking all over the house for him. It was so sad. Now it's time to start working on some homework that is all due next week. BOOO!

Here are some recent pics that we've taken...

We begin to celebrate early in college...

Here by popular demand are some pictures of the beginning of the holiday season...Starting with my little elf :-)

....I was the photographer...that is why I'm not in any of the pictures. HAHA

Oh how I love Saturdays...

Thank goodness this week is over! However the last 5 weeks, yep you heard me right, 5 weeks left in our semester, are going to be so stressful! This week I became so overwhelmed with all the work that I have due by December; I had to write is all down on one piece of paper so I didn't forget to turn something in on time. Let me list for you the things I have to complete by December 12th....

1. A 4-6 page paper analyzing the movie "When Harry Met Sally" from a communication perspective.
2. A 12-15 page paper analyzing a communication theory. Thank goodness this one is a group paper.
3. A 4-6 page paper analyzing from a communication perspective an organization in which I have or am involved in.
4. A 10-15 minute presentation on "Whistleblowers," the people who speak up about ethical issues in their organization and risk losing their job.
5. A paper job portfolio
6. An electronic job portfolio
7. As well as many more exams and final exams

....yes, I'm STRESSED.

Other than that life is getting better, but we are looking forward to all of our holiday breaks coming up. Last night we went out with Jonathan and Cara. We had Outback for dinne, delicious, and then went to see the movie "Role Models." It was hilarious! It's one of those movies that have the stupid humor and is way out there, but still manages to make you laugh. The only downside was that we were sitting 3 rows from the front. I thougtht I was gonna get motion sickness. I don't know how I didn't, but I did get a kink in my neck every 5 minutes! No fun!

We're watching the UNC and GA Tech game right now. UNC is up by 7 in the 1st quarter. Florida doesn't play until 8pm.

Oh yeah, and our Christmas tree is up and looking sooo purdy! Now we just need snow! :)

That's all for now....Have a good weekend!

Bath Day for Harper

I don't think I have ever seen so many leaves attached to Harper's fur! Today, he was due for the B-A-T-H. I figured that I would catch everyone up on our weekend while Harper is running around my room air-drying. Last week was super busy, and it was time for a break. Chris and I went home to his house for the weekend or more like a day and a half...just not long enough is more like it. We left around 8:30am Saturday morning, and passed more than 25 cops along the way. Mom's says they are looking out for our safety, Chris and I said they were trying to win Bingo. It was like one after another. One time we saw 3 within a mile. Ridiculous! Anywho, we got to Chris' aroud 12:30.

We hung out with his mom for a little bit, and then it was nap time. Later we rode a lonnnnnng hour and 15 minutes to this steakhouse that is phenomenal! The restaurant is an old country place up in Luray with the laid back, full service restaurant atmostphere. I tell you what, the ride up there is breath-taking, and for me stomach-aching. HAHA....I told Chris by the time we got out of the mountain my palms were sweating. I had to concentrate on the road ahead of us so I wouldn't get sick. I got a petite filet and baked potato...which is the best around, and Chris got the same but a sweet potato instead. After dinner we rode back toward his house and stopped at Effy's the local soft serve icecream parlor. It's last day open for the year was yesterday. As usual I got a vanilla and chocolate twist cone.

Sunday was Matt's (Chris' brother) 18th Birthday party with some of his friends and Chris' family. His grandma was in town and I was so excited because I hadn't seen her since this Summer. She made a delicious potato salad and she puts celery in hers. I may have to try that. ANNND for this first time in my life, I tried baked beans. Chris' mom made those....loved them! We sat around and chatted for awhile and caught up on life. Meanwhile, the Cowboys were losing...hehehehe! Later came double chocolate cake and Halloween yellow cake. mMm!

Chris had a lot of homework to do, that involved online articles, so we had to leave last night instead of today, but that was ok because we had a fun ride back. EXCEPT FOR......this SUV that had their HIGH BEAMS on the entire way down 81 and they kept passing us then slowing down and we would pass them then have their brights in our eyes all the way until Exit 109...Radford! At one point, I made a sign and held it up in the window! TURN HIGH BEAMS OFF!!! It was so annoying...and she didn't realize that they were on. It was so bright you could see into other people's cars. You could make out every detail of their face! Anywho, we got home last night around 10:30ish. We played with Harper and then to end our night, I spotted a dumpster fire. Chris said it was the fastest he'd ever seen me run. While I was running to it, he was calling 911 amongst the rest of the 25 people out there watching it engulf in flames. It was probably the funniest thing to see the Radford Fire Dept. boys run with the hose to put the fire out. HAHA we were cracking up!

Well, Harper is about halfway dry. Now it's time to blowdry this fur ball. Hope everyone has a good week!

P.S. GO REDSKINS...annnnd we're decorating early this year. Christmas tree is going up tonight. :-)

Pumpkin Carving is an art....

Let's see, we started carving pumpkins yesterday when it was still daylight. We finished around oh 9:30pm. I'm not a big fan of my pumpkin because I picked a design waaay above my skill level. I almost threw it away :( Buuut, Chris came to the rescue and fixed my itty bitty spider. We made quite a mess, and had fun doing it.

I found batteries for my camera (temporarily til I get my present I've been waiting for since Valentine's Day...hehe) to capture the moments we've been spending together. I got a lot of cute ones of Chris and Harper. I'm laying in bed right now and it's about 11:30pm, and I'm watching Harper pick on Chris and lay on his laptop and binders. Chris thinks he's telling him to stop studying so he can go to bed. HAHA It's too cute!

Well, back to work tomorrow. Boo! Chris and I were in the library tonight for 4 hours working on homework. He's been studying for his Forensic Anthropology exam and I had a Business and Professional Communication take home midterm test. NOT EASY! We both registered for our classes for the last semester of college!! Woohoo! I bet a parents are thrilled! However, it is not an easy road ahead. We both have a jam packed schedule next semester, but it works well because we hold each other accountable. We find ourselves counting down the days til we graduate...and it just seems so close but so far away! Things are a little stressful down here, I'm trying to make do with the job I have, but it just isn't enough right now, so I think I'm going to apply at other restaurants and do the whole waiting tables thing again. I miss bringing home money every night I worked. It tough right now, but I told Chris that as long as we stick by each other we'll get through it, and I'm praying we do! That's all for now...hope everyone is having a good week, and enjoy the pics! God Bless!