Projects

We have soooooo many projects in store for our home like installing wood floors, building a deck, furnishing many rooms, etc. These of course are going to take a while. This weekend we did tackle a small project. We painted our first accent wall! Here's the before picture.

Here are some after photos.

During the day.

In the evening.





More to come!

Summer Happenings

With all the jobs in the world I never imagined I would be teaching summer school . . . . but I am! You probably think I am completely insane, especially since I have been wanting to change careers. Let's just say that one of the reasons I am doing this is "Because Dave Ramsey said so!" We are doing the "Financial Peace University" course at our church and we are really motivated to finish paying off our debt. One of Ramsey's suggestions is to work an extra job. Summer school only lasts about 16 days and the pay is pretty good so it was the perfect opportunity. Not to mention the fact that the job fell into my lap by some miracle of God. So, I have been really busy with that - the days are arduous but very rewarding.

Although I've been working we've still had some time to do some family and friends stuff.

Last weekend one of our small group couples got baptized. We are so blessed to have been part of this special day.

The boyz at a fellowship night playing Mario Cart.

Eric giving Andrea a ride on his Harley.

More to come!

Desperate for Summer

We have a few weeks before summer break and many of us are anxiously awaiting. There is much work to be done around here and I am looking forward to not waking up before dawn. I'm also planning on working this summer, not anything too demanding but just enough to keep me busy and out of my husband's hair (he works from home). I have also been on a frantic search for a new career. I had previously talked about this with many of you and expressed my desire to explore other things. I go back and forth with this since I would have to make many changes - some positive, some negative. If you think of me please pray that the right thing would come along. I am pretty determined to find something even if it means I'd have to work summers.

So the family came out this last weekend for Mother's Day. It was so nice to see them all. We had a great time playing the Wii and cooking out (bought our first grill). My parents approved of our house and are really excited for us.

That's all for now. I'll have to write more later.

Con mucho amor . . . .

Oh, so much to talk about!

Praise the Lord! I am writing from the comfort of new home! We are settling in nicely. We are so marveled at the way God orchestrated everything. We had planned to buy a home next year and had no idea we would be blessed with this home at this time. We are so grateful.

So, I have been MIA since December when we found the house. Between closing, moving and settling in, time has just flown. So, here are some pictures of our Home Sweet Home! We hope to change a few things down the road - and yes, we plan to settle down here if God wills.

Here's the info. The house is 2,900 sq. ft. It has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a study, a game room, and a huge backyard. Yes, we got a plasma. Doesn't it look good above our fireplace? We need a cabinet for the DVD player, Wii and cable box.


Check out our new GE fridge! It is the coolest.
Okay, so we need a bigger dining room set and some decorations.

Another awesome blessing in our lives has been our couples Bible study group. We meet on Wedneday evenings for dinner and our study. We are currently doing "A Biblical Portrait of Marriage." Pastor Ruben was gracious enough to give a talk to the group this last Wednesday. It was wonderful having him here to give advice and answer tough questions about Christianity. Here are some pictures of our group meetings and fellowships.

Baptist Student Ministry Girls Reunion

The Baptist Student Ministry was a huge part of my college experience. I met many lifelong friends there as well as my husband Phillip (actually met him through my BSM friends). Last month we had a mini reunion at one of the girls' home. It was a lot of fun catching up, playing games and eating great food. Here's the proof.

Let the Christmas Parties Begin!

Our couples small group kicked off the 2007 Christmas parties with a Pajama White Elephant Breakfast Food Fiesta!

Over the Hill!

I can't believe I haven't posted since September - school is just kicking my butt!

Well, people, it has finally come. I am now officially over the hill. I turned the big 30 last week. I promise you I have started to feel the effects of old age. I've had coffee three days in a row (I NEVER DRINK COFFEE!), I'm exhausted, immaturity gets on my nerves more than ever . . . I can go on but I will stop and post some pictures of my wonderful costume birthday party!

The cake matched the party invitations perfectly!

I want to say thanks to my friends Samantha, Lora, Whitney & Jamey, Andrea, Carlie & Eric, Michelle and Becky for all their help planning and making the party a hit. You all are awesome! I especially want to thank my husband Phillip for cooking the most delicious brisket, sausage and fajitas ever. He was a star - everyone said so. I also want to thank the fam for coming out. I loved being able to share that day with both my friends and family.

Yes, that's my hubby dressed as Cartman from South Park!

The Bucher's all nerded up!

What's a party without karaoke and a little hot potato (horse)?

Back to School

Getting back into the swing of things. School is going very well. I have great classes and this year I am teaching Spanish 1 & 2. I've never taught Spanish 2 before but I'm excited about it. My day goes by faster because I'm not doing the same things six times a day now. I have three classes of each - a good balance. Also, instead of having to grade 180 of the same thing, I now grade half. Here are a few pics of my classroom. The theme this year is Famous Latin Americans. Enjoy!