Two birds. One stone.

My camera is getting dusty and it's embarrassing. I want to be taking more pictures! I figured since I have been frequently visiting the homes of others and taking care of their children, why not work a little on my photography? Why not kills those two birds with only one stone?

I babysat for this family last week. I decided that as much as I love boys, I really enjoy babysitting the girls...they are the ones that get most excited about having dance parties.

We danced a bit. Painted a little. And even snuck a piece of gum when we weren't supposed to.

Meet Renee.

4 years old.

Looking to make her joy complete by laughing all the way until bed time.

Meet Lily.

7 years old.

Looking for someone to "boss around" (Only coming from her sister).

My paintings thank you very much.

Too bad we couldn't have spent more time together...

Wednesday.

Today was a day that called for the quote book to be retrieved from my purse. I subbed in a 3rd grade class and I could not help but laugh throughout the entire day.

As soon as I met the class, one of the students approached me and asked if he could share something with the class. I said yes and he came up to the front of the room.

Student: "Guys, I have something I need to say. I have never told anyone at this school what I am about to say. No one here knows." (a very dramatic monologue I must say)

Me: "Ok, ok. Get on with your news."

Student: "Well, guys (deep breath), I am not coming back to this school next year." (Mind you it is October and school gets out in June)

Class: A huge gasp for about 2 minutes.

Student: "I know. My parents are moving. My dad got a new job." (Once again, very dramatic)

Me: "Ok, well, that is too bad. Good thing you have a whole year left here." (Really trying to be sympathetic about the situation)

A few minutes later, a friend walks over to the student, pats him on the back and says, "Man, I'm really gonna miss you."

Mind you these are third graders.

Next quote book worthy moment.

I told the class my name was Miss Pierce and I would be their sub for the day. One particular student yelled out, "Oh, like Britney S. Pierce, also known as Britney Spears." For all you fanatic Glee followers, the Britney Spears episode's main character was Britney S. Pierce who played the part of Britney Spears. I have only seen one episode of Glee and it just happened to be that one.

I began to laugh at the situation and asked the student if he watched the show. He said yes and that it was his favorite show. The rest of the day, I became known as Miss Britney Spears.

I never corrected the kid because I thought it was so funny. Obviously not very professional to be called that name, but I went along with it. It's nice to have a change once in awhile.

The day was a blast and I am ready for two more days with this kiddos.

Mind you, these are third graders.

Continue reading "transies."

I am almost done with the book and still cannot get this quote out of my head.

"The land we least desire may produce the fruit we most desire."

The land, meaning, the difficult, dark valley we are going through, may produce in us something that we could never think or imagine. And it will be good.

Nothing left to say.

October?

I can't believe October is already here. Crept up on us didn't it?

I am not saying, by any means, that I am sad this month has decided to blossom. I am quite excited actually. I love when the seasons change. It's a start of something new and fresh. The weather changes (which I love), your every day scenery changes, and most importantly the clothes you wear change.

I feel guilty when fashion gets the best of me, but I love it so much! It's really sad when I watch movies because most of the time, I am looking at the clothes the characters are wearing instead of listening to what they are saying.

I have been waiting and waiting for cooler weather to come around the corner because I recently went shopping. I told myself no more tank tops and dresses. From here on out, I am consciously bargaining for warm winter tops, cozy accessories and hopefully a new pair of boots.

A few things that I think might come in handy with this new weather approaching...

BRING ON THE SWEATERS.

And a casual denim button up. Only if worn WITHOUT denim pants.

A never-ending scarf. After refusing to never buy into that fashion trend,

bought my first one last week.

I love boots. Especially with a skirt and tights.

Purchased a Vanilla Amber scented candle at Target. Adds to the feeling of Fall.

And of course, who could go wrong with a Chai latte from Coffee Bean?

I get really excited thinking about all these things.