Ouchhhh

I hate being sick. I have a bad cold. I blame it on all the little kids that I work with now. It seems as though one or two of the kids are always sick in my classroom. I swear my throat has never hurt so much in my life. It kept me up all night, but I just took a pretty long morning nap after Scott left for work. He's such a sweetie, he got me gatorade and chocolate chip muffins from the store... =)

Tonight, him and I are going to the casino...again. This time to watch a basketball game. Connecticut Sun basketball... you know... I posted about them last time. I want to join their dance team. I'm excited to go and watch them again. I mostly like going just for the dance team!

Tomorrow night there is a car show in the city that I live in now. Scott is bringing his 1957 Chevy Belair to the show. We are both very excited. This car is his pride and joy. I can't wait. I just hope that the rain holds out.

Looks like we may be heading up to Maine this weekend for a small weekend getaway! It would be nice for Scott to see how beautiful Maine is in the summer.

Mrs. Lathrop's estate sale was over the weekend. I walked into her house for the last time on Saturday. Scott went with me. It makes me sad that he never met her. She would have loved him. It seemed like everything of hers was being sold. Furniture, silverware, knick knacks, jewelry, even clothes and shoes.... and tons and tons and tons of dance costumes and costume jewelry. The mountain of costume jewelry was endless.

It was bittersweet. Walking around the house collecting things that I thought may remind me of her. I took a necklace, a picture, 2 dancer figurines, a dancer angel keychain, a makeup bag, a jewelry box, and a small chair.

It made me sad to hear people say, "So who was this lady anyway?"

Who was she???

I remember saying out loud, "She was everything... to some an inspiration, to me, my guiding light".

Cheesy? Maybe.. True? Definitely.

I miss you Mrs. Lathrop ..

...and as she would always say...

Keep Smiling,

Karla

Updates on Life!

Still loving my job at the daycare. Got to work with infants the other day. They are all so tiny! I am constantly floating around to different rooms... so I get to work with all of the age groups, which is nice.

Living with Scott has been great. We both somewhat share the household chores and we just enjoy spending time together without the 1 hour drive!

I have a doctor's appointment in the morning at a new doctor back in my hometown. I have to have a physical and a TB shot for my work. Then later, I'm going out to dinner after work with some old friends of mine from where I grew up as a young, young kid. I haven't seen any of them since I was about 7 years old. It will be nice to catch up!

My brother graduates high school on Thursday. I can't make it to his graduation because I will be working... but I am going to his grad party on Saturday with Scott. I can't believe that he is graduating. Man...

Mrs. Lathrop's estate sale is on Friday morning. I will be heading back home early for that. They are selling everything that she owned. I want a few things to remember her by. I'm excited. I can't wait.

Saturday is my brother's grad party, and Sunday is Father's Day. Scott and I plan on going to the cemetery to visit his step-father's grave site. Then we plan on going to the casino with his family. It should be a nice day.

*In DANCE news*

Scott's Grandmother and Grandfather started taking Scott and I to some "Connecticut Sun" basketball games. The basketball team has a dance/cheer team. I mentioned to his Grandmother that I would love to join their team. They seem like they have a lot of fun, and they get paid! She gave me a flier the other day about it. I may look into trying out for the team in March of 2011. Especially since I graduate next year, it would be something that I would love to do before getting an actual teaching job.

It's kind of exciting to think about! =)

Well, that is all for now.

Keep Smiling,

Karla =)

New Job

Just started my new job yesterday. It went well. Met a lot of new people, most of them my age. The staff is all women 20-35 years old. Everyone seems to get along and is very friendly. I am working with one girl in particular. She is so sweet. She showed me the routine and schedule of what a normal day is like at the daycare center. I'm working with toddlers (1-2 years). It's a lot of fun and the kids are great.

Went out last night with Scott and our friend, Marisa. We talked a little about how so many people around us have gotten engaged and are starting their lives as adults. It's crazy to think about... and a little scary.

I have Marisa's graduation party to go to on Saturday. People are graduating and getting married and starting life and... man! I still feel like a kid! I guess that's a good thing. I don't need to grow up too fast!

I love life right now.

It's almost like I kind of need to be on True Life

... you know... that MTV series!

Mine would be.....

True Life: My Life is Fabulous.

Keep Smiling,

Karla =)

Crazy Things

I am finally able to sit down and type this post... it's a miracle!

So much has been going on since my last post a few days ago. I have gotten through my recital weekend. Five shows in one weekend is tough to get through but I did it! Loved every second of it too. My entire family came to watch along with my boyfriend who came to two shows and my best friend who came. It was tough without Mrs. Lathrop being there, but I could definitely feel her spirit. I cried on opening night, but was able to hold it together for the remainder of shows.

After recital weekend, I headed up to Scott's house and started moving all of my stuff in. I have a job at a daycare center about 5 minutes away from his house. I am a part time teacher. I love the facility and my first day is tomorrow. It's crazy living in a new place and I am not used to it yet. But, I feel as though it was the best decision for me. I am happy =)

This summer, I am trying to really focus on losing the 7lbs that I have gained since January. Yep... I had lost a total of 35lbs when I first decided to get onto WW. I went off of WW in December and tried the whole "maintaining" thing. For the most part, it has worked well... but I have gained 7lbs of the weight back. My goal is to lose it and maybe even lose 3 more lbs this summer. I'll be cooking more and I'll also be trying to lose weight without the help of WW. I'll keep you all updated.

Hope everyone has had a good start to their Summer. Sorry I have been kind of M.I.A. with posts and comments. I still read though!

Keep Smiling,

Karla =)

Dance Weekend and other exciting news!

First off... a shout out to my friend who just got engaged on her birthday a few days ago... you know who you are. Love you and I am sooo happy for you. Congratulations =)

Dance recitals are this weekend. My dress rehearsal was last night and I have my first show tonight at 7pm. Scott and his Mom will be coming tonight. I'm nervous, but Scott has seen my dance practices before so I am not too nervous. But I am anxious.

It's definitely different, dancing without Mrs. Lathrop. But, her spirit is definitely there with us in the theater and on stage. It's almost kind of eery. Our tribute dance to her is beautiful. There is a slideshow of pictures that will project at the end of the dance.. I saw it yesterday at dress rehearsal and just lost it. She was such an amazing woman. A grandmother to all of her dance students. I don't think the younger students really get it, which makes me sad... one day though, they will.

I have two shows tomorrow and two shows on Sunday as well. It's a lot... and with the heat... and no A/C in our dressing room... it's super, super crazy. The sweat just drips and eventually pours off you. Hooking up our arms for a kick line, you feel everyones sweaty backs. It's wonderful. Haha. Luckily, the theater itself has A/C. So, we are somewhat cool while on stage. YAY.

Other good news--- I got a job. A permanent job. One that I can keep year round. Although, it's a job that is far from my house. Closer to where Scott lives. So, I am planning on moving in with him. It's exciting yet scary at the same time. We are hoping for the best. Living with someone is the true test if you can really tolerate them and stay in a relationship. So, it should be interesting. =)

All for now--

more later... with a few pictures from this weekend!

Wish me luck!

Keep Smiling (you know I will be!),

Karla =)