Saturday, June 13, 2009

Summer

I love summer! I am so glad to be blessed in a job that allows me time off during the summer! The best part is hanging out with friends and going on vacation. My wife and I are going to the beach with my sister and her kids the weekend of June 19. This has become a tradition and I am thankful for that time to spend with her and the kids.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Money versus happiness

I have been contemplating getting my Master's degree. Now, I am not exactly sure what to get it in. I know people hear a lot about the salary of teachers and what not. I will admit that I am not going to be buying a beach house anytime soon, but I am happy. It took a long time to get my degree to do my current profession. I am greatful for support I had duting that time because I do not think I would have been able to do it.
Money is a lot, don't get me wrong. Happiness is everything.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

dogs

I am getting another dog. I am still not completely over the death of Maggie (my miniature schnauzer). I cannot believe how much I miss that dog. She was a great dog and very loving to everyone. I find myself thinking about her. I mean that was Carrie and I's first dog. She meant a lot to us.

Now, I have a Schitzu. He is a mess. I am getting another schitzu as well. I am going to have two male schitzus running around my house. Needless to say, never a dull moment.

Children

Sometimes it is hard knowing that I may not ever be a father. I think of that often. I am not sure why that has not happened for us yet. I mean I see day in and day out parents that are not fit to be parents and I always think "how come they have a child and I don't?" Sometimes I feel selfish to feel that way, but it is tough.

On the flip, I am so thankful for my friends that have kids. I am glad I can spend time with those kids and love them. I doubt I love them like I would love my own because I cannot imagine that feeling, but I do love them.

I am also thankful to have a job where I can be there for my kids (students). I can be the "daddy" they may not have.

Sometimes I need to just take a step back and enjoy what I have.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Weight Loss

OK, I will be the first to admit that I am overweight. I am very thankful that I am tall, but I definitely need to drop the pounds. I wonder why it is so hard to lose weight. It is so EASY to gain it. i have struggled with this issue for quite some time.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Dave Matthews Band

I am excited about going to see Dave MAtthews band in concert in Charlotte this weekend. I bought the tickets as a Valentine's Day gift to the wife and cannot believe the time is already here. It will be a good weekend for us!

Sunday, April 19, 2009

DVD collection

I admit I have a lot of DVDS. I mean I know I do not need them but I like them. That being said, I have decided to donate some of my kid friendly DVDs to Carrie's work. These are DVDs I have not watched in a long time and the kids at Carrie's work get more out of them than I ever did. These kids are having procedures done to them that take a LONG time. I have found no bigger thrill than to know that those kids are enjoying something that came from me. Something that can take there mind off what is being done.
In the past, I would sell items like these on Amazon. I wanted the money to use to buy more DVDS. I came to the realization that by helping those kids, I get much greater satisfaction than I ever did selling the DVDS.
You all know the feeling you get when you buy your child a Christmas or birthday present. When you donate to BCM(BSU) or give to the church. I hope you all continue to do these things. At the very least give a kind word or help somebody out when they need it.