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Ok so I don't post often. Sorry I have just been busy and don't take the time to post. I will try and update more later but need to get back to studying. I took the reg ed texas teacher cert test and am taking the sped weds so need to get back to my studies. here are a few pics of texas. crazy cold weather here it actually snowed. The spring here is beautiful too. there are flowers everywhere and tons of gorgeous blue bonnets. The horses are from a field that is walking distance from my apt. I my posts are rather random but if you know me then you get it. The flowers that grow here are all part of Barbra Bush's beautification of Texas. Every time a new road is built the sod that they put down has wild flower seeds already planted in it. so when spring comes there are flowers. this has caused the wild flowers to spread like wild fire. Here is an interesting piece of information it illegal to in the state of Texas pick a Blue Bonnet. Why you ask. its the state flower. so if you are traveling in Texas do not pick the Blue Bonnets.

and finally some more Texas phrases that need translation.

The engine's runnin' but ain't nobody driving
Translation: Not overly-intelligent.

Tighter than bark on a tree
Translation: Not very generous.

Big hat, no cattle
Translation: All talk and no action.

We've howdied but we ain't shook yet
Translation: We've met/ are acquaintances, but not been formally introduced.

He thinks the sun come up just to hear him crow
Translation: He thinks a lot of himself

As welcome as a skunk at a lawn party
Translation: (self-explanatory).

S/He's got tongue enough for 10 rows of teeth
Translation: Talks a lot.

It's so dry the trees are bribin' the dogs
Translation: We really could use a little rain around here

Just because a chicken has wings don't mean it can fly
Translation: Appearances can be deceptive.

This ain't my first rodeo
Translation: I've been around awhile.

He looks like the dog's been keepin' him under the porch
Translation: Not very handsome.

They ate supper before they said grace
Translation: Living in sin.

As full of wind as a corn-eating horse
Translation: Rather prone to bragging.

You can put your boots in the oven, but that don't make 'em biscuits
Translation: You can say whatever you want about something, but that doesn't change what it really is.

Busy busy

Ok so I know I haven't been posting much but I have been busy and my computer charging card keeps breaking and only works about 25% of the time so it isn't often that I am able to be online. So I love working with my kiddos. They are so sweet and are learning so much. They have progressed so much. The teacher I have been working with has been promoted to work at another school as their vice principle. This is not great for my students but will be good for me. I will have 2 principles on the district that know me and may be more likely to hire me next year. So I have been busy working to make a good impression on them both. I have loved getting the chance to see peter grow up. He is so cute! he is sitting up and even walking when you hold his hands. I love to make him laugh its just so cute. the best part is that he gives kisses now. yes they are sloppy but just so awesome. with as often as we all say hi to him I think that it will be his first word. I do have a few recent pictures I will post so y all can see how much he has grown. He has an awesome smile. I am so lucky to get to watch him grow up

Texas

Texas phrases and what I think they mean

1. fixin to: getting ready to, will be doing something; I am fixin to make my bed.

2. Might could: Maybe, might be able to; we might could go to the mall later.

and finally the famous

ya'll : means all of you.

all ya'll: everyone, all of you plural of ya'll

as I learn more of these phrases I will add to them.

school

Ok so this last week has been beyond busy. I have about 6 students currently that I have such a hard time keeping in their seat. and theyare saying that we can't have another aide possibly which isn't good because they want to put up to 16 kids in our class. now I know you think thats nothing. well I work in a special ed pre k class. so 6 kids is a lot and then adding more is way to much for 2 people especially when they want us to do inclusion with out kids in 3 different classrooms all at the same time and we need to be with all the students. we are only 2 people! well that is all for now my internet isn't very good so Idk if or when I will be able to post again.

Mels wedding!

okay so I now this is rather late but i wanted to get them up and share them with everyone. so here you all are Mel and Ericks wedding.

Texas

ok so another way to tell you are living in the semi county of Texas, there are armadillos! last night I found an armadillo rooting around in my neighbors flower bed.
ok so you all want more pic of my nephew I know so here they are. here he is picture from the last couple of months. he is now grasping toys that are soft and pulling them to his face. He also smiles in response to you. he is so cute and so strong.

Texan Churches

3 ways to tell you are in a Texan church

1. several men have cowboy hats tucked under the seat in front of them
2. the pastor will say all ya all at least ten times during the sermon
3. there will be a banjo in the church band/music group.

this was my discover since I have been here will update you all as I discover new things