Hello?

Does anybody blog anymore? I guess Facebook has taken over.

My friend out here asked me why I haven't blogged for a while. I guess I was going to start to write about fitness tips but then my neighbor started a blog just for that so I thought that'd be really redundant. I guess I could use my blog as an outlet for me.

A lot of changes have taken place for me and for my little family. As many of you know, I haven't been able to find a teaching job out here like I wanted. It's kind of a punch in the face, to work so hard trying to get through school and then not being about to utilize what you've worked so hard for. I graduated with two kids and a mortgage payment. I didn't even get to party or date during college (my fault, I know and I'm NOT complaining. My girls are completely worth it.) Not to mention the money that was shelled out for that useless degree. I guess it wouldn't be so hard if I didn't love teaching so much. I looked forward to each and every single day. It's depressing.

Life goes on! Joseph and I have also decided to separate. I don't know what else to say other than that.

Time for a change

Some of you know I started a new job out here in Pleasanton because there isn't any teaching available for me. I'm thinking of switching my blog to a reference for my clients to be able to refer to for useful tips about staying in shape and eating healthy foods. Is that dumb? Would you read it if you were resistance training with me? I think I'd still put pictures up of my kids and stuff because I've found that a lot of moms think they don't have time to workout. I just want to inspire people so they know they can accomplish a healthy lifestyle. Input please!

Summer happenings

Something is seriously wrong with my computer...I can't blog properly...anyway...here are some pictures from the summer. We went to Utah and had a blast. Kim and I ran a 10 K in record time. All my girls had birthdays and they were fun. I ran my first half marathon. My favorite family in the world came to visit and we went to Santa Cruz. There you go :)

We went to the Dominican Republic....so fun!

School's Out for Summer

Except for me! I'm so excited! I got a position teaching second grade summer school here in California. I was really surprised to get it. They say it is a good way to get in with the district. Even if it takes a few years :/

What's even more amazing is I have child care all worked out. Sicily is going to a day care and the only day they couldn't cover was Thursday. I was freaking out about it and the next day, the girl who works the front counter at my gym said, "Do you ever need help with Sicily? My daughter is 13 and would love to tend for you." What? Are you kidding me? What are the odds?

Kennedy gets to go to summer school with me and this will be really good for her. She enjoys learning and being around people. Cassidee made the cheer team so this will keep her extra busy. We're so lucky to have made a good friend to carpool with us when practices are in the morning while I'm TEACHING. :) Can you tell I'm excited?

Sometimes, it is amazing when things work out positively. Simply amazing!