In the spirit of Valentine's Day.....

I thought I would take a moment to share the most romantic thing Matt has ever done for me. He really is quite the romantic type (in case you didn't know that about him). The most romantic thing he has ever done though was back when we were first dating. We had only been dating for about 8 or 9 months. I was student teaching at Oglethorpe County Middle School, which was only about 10 minutes from Matt's families land. I had planned to meet Matt at the land for an afternoon of fishing and exploring after I got out of school. Around 3:00, I got in my car and headed out to meet him. Once I got there, Matt had the golf cart waiting and told me to hop on. I didn't think anything of it, because we took numerous golf cart rides every time we were at the land. As we were driving along one of the trails, I spotted a single rose laying on the ground. Matt stopped and told me to grab it. We continued along the trail and a little while later, there was a Bath and Body Works goodie bag sitting on the trail. As the golf cart ride continued, I collected a few more flowers, a stuffed animal, and purple piggy bank that said "Queen's Funds" on the side of it, and some other little things. Overall, I had a ton of surprises! Matt told me that there was one more gift for me and he stopped in front a tree that had a red ribbon tied around it. The ribbon was holding a blue velvet box. I almost fainted right there. I could not believe that he was proposing so quickly. I had known since our first date that we were going to get married, but I didn't expect him to be proposing out in the middle of the woods. He saw that shock on my face and quickly assured me that it was not what I had thought in the box. It was a ring, but not a diamond ring. Inside the box was a beautiful saphire ring. It was the most incredible date ever! We then went back to the cabin where Matt cooked me an incredible dinner of dove and quail. That last sentence really made us sound like rednecks! But that is what we always eat when we go to Oglethorpe County!

Now it is your turn, blog about your most romantic date/moment with your significant other!




Here are a couple of pictures of us at the land taken in our early days!

I was tagged

I was tagged

I was tagged by my friend Miriam. I have to tell 6 different facts about myself that most people do not know, then tag 6 other bloggers.

Here are the rules.
1. Link to the person who tagged you.
2. Mention the rules.
3. Tell 6 things about yourself.
4. Tag 6 other bloggers by linking to them.
5. Go to each person's blog and leave them a comment to let them know they've been tagged.

Here are my facts:
1. I love to take naps, any time of day. Morning, Noon, Evening, I don't care!
2. I, like Miriam, started Kindergarten at Dacula Elementary (1/2 days) and graduated from Dacula High School. I never had to change schools growing up!
3. I knew that I wanted to be a special education teacher when I was in Mrs. Davidson's class in the 4th grade. She always had me take a fellow student who had learning difficulties out in the hallway. I knew from that point on that I would also enjoy working with special educaiton students!
4. Matt and I are Mexican food junkies! We eat Mexican at least once a week, but usually two times!
5. I have an absolute FEAR of going to the dentist! I went for the first time in 3 years last month. I get so sick at my stomach when I walk into their office!
6. I LOVE to bargain shop! Very rarely do I buy clothes, shoes, things for the house, etc, unless it is at least 50% off! Just ask the girls that I teach with! I can get some amazing deals! My best deal lately was buying 4 pairs of pants at New York & Co for just $15.00. Yeah, that's right, 4 pairs for $15!!! I love BARGAINS!

Now I am tagging: Stephanie, Amy, Donna, Anne, and Kerri

Play along if you want!

Happy Birthday Anna!!

It is truly hard to believe that just 5 years ago, there were no nieces and no nephews in my life. Now, I have 7 with another one on the way! I can't believe how fast 5 years has flown by! We celebrated Anna's 5th birthday on Saturday. Haley and the boys were able to surprise everyone by flying in for the day. I love seeing Anna, Owen, Cate, and Cooper together playing. The 4 of them have more energy and never seem to slow down! I hope you had a wonderful birthday Anna!!!!















I am not sure what has been going on with my pictures lately. They don't show up when I an creating a post. Sorry that there is no organization or notes about the pictures! It's all messed up! Any ideas?

My First Craft Fair

I was a vendor at the Taste of Dacula and Craft Bazaar last night! It was my first time attending a craft fair as a vendor, so I will really excited about it. I didn't do so hot in the money making business, but at least it was a fun expereience!

Tagged.....

I was tagged and told to show the 5th picture in the 5th folder. This was taken on December 2, 2005, our wedding day. My bridesmaids were Sherri Mabrey (high school/college), Courtney Couch (high school/college friend), Erika Foote (high school/college friend), Cathy Daly (Matt's sister), Haley McDonald (Matt's sister), and Kerri Hildreth (my sister).

What is your 5th picture in your 5th folder?

Custom Tutu's Blog

I have created a blog for my custom tutu's. It will be updated as new creations are made. It is: www.customtutus.blogspot.com. Help spread the word!!!

Custom Made Tutu's and Princess Dress Up Skirts

My latest venture is making custom made tutu's and princess dress up wear. Here are a few pictures of the ones that I have made so far. I can make them in any color, any size, and any length. Let me know what you want and I can make it. I am going to start out selling them for $15.00. Help me spread the word!!!