Here's hoping...

Ok, I don't want to jinx myself, but this endometriosis diet might actually be working! Usually by this time of the month, I would be miserable and in severe pain. I would not be able to sleep, eat, or do anything besides lay on my couch. But where have I been instead? Wherever I want to be! I spent yesterday morning at work, then had coffee with a friend and went to the gym. I hung out the block party downtown last night, and today I was swimming and soaking up the sun with my friends.

I did wake up this morning with some minor pain, but it actually just felt like normal cramps. I took a couple ibuprofen and it was gone. I don't want to assume anything at this point, but I'm very optimistic and hoping that each month will show the same or even better results. If so, I'm totally rubbing it in my doctor's face! Take that modern medicine! Sometimes nature DOES know better! ;)

Surprise!

Oh my gosh, I love my co-workers! They surprised me today with this huge beach bag full of wedding gifts for me and Steve. Since my wedding is not until November, and I'll be at a new school next year, they decided to do this instead of throwing me a shower. How awesome is that?! I got a bunch of gift cards to Target and Bed, Bath & Beyond, some picture frames, candles, cookbooks, and even Steelers stuff. They are so sweet! I really will miss this group of ladies, especially my 4th Grade teammates. I love that no matter where you go or what new journey you embark on, you can always find even more amazing people than you thought possible. :)

I WON!!

On my way home from work yesterday, I randomly turned on the radio to 92.9 The Wave. I heard them mention that they were giving away tickets to an upcoming Kansas/Foreigner/Styx concert at the Virginia Beach Amphitheater. I got really excited because I LOVE these bands! I know that might seem cheesy, but I'm a sucker for 80s rock bands. My dad would be so proud. I quickly grabbed my phone and called, assuming that I would get a busy signal like always. On the second ring someone answered and asked "Have you won anything in the past 30 days?" I was like, "Um, no!" I was then put on the air and told I had won the tickets! I was so excited and kept saying "Oh my gosh!" and "Thank you so much!" over and over again. I sounded like a squealing teenager! I found out that the concert is tonight and Steve and I are going with some friends who also had tickets. I'm so freakin' pumped! I've seriously never won anything in my life, and I could use a little break right now.

I'm helping with the Hampton Roads Triathlon sponsored by the YMCA at 5:30 tomorrow morning. I'm gonna be tired, but I don't even care!

I think I can, I think I can...

My current to-do list:

1. Pack up and clean my classroom
2. Meet and greet at new school
3. Bridal shower for co-worker
4. Choose ceremony music for wedding
5. Volunteer for triathlon this weekend to benefit the YMCA
6. Retirement/End of the Year Party at work
7. Parent/Teacher Open House at new school
8. Inventory lists
9. Final grades and report cards
10. Meet friends for dinner in the OBX next week
11. Last day of school for the year!
12. Move everything out of my classroom and put it ?????


I also have some fun activities planned with my kiddos like a kickball tournament, spelling bee, field day, ice cream party, awards ceremony, and game day. I just hope I can remember what I'm supposed to do when so it all gets done!! ;)