Monday, May 20, 2013

Summer has begun!

Summer has officially started! I kicked it off with UD's annual "Dayton to Daytona" trip to Daytona Beach, Florida. It was a fun week with great weather and great friends. 




After I got back, my family celebrated mother's day at my brother's house. We grilled out and had a wonderful afternoon, relaxing on the deck and soaking up the beautiful sunshine. 


Since then I have enjoyed catching up with high school friends, spending time with Scott, and relaxing with my family.  I start nannying on Friday and have been taking advantage of the time I have off right now -- making various pinterest-inspired crafts! My latest is below:

I am SO very excited to be back home in Louisville and can't wait to see what the rest of summer has in store!

Monday, May 6, 2013

So many reasons to celebrate!

The last couple of weeks have been extremely bittersweet! I've experienced a lot of "lasts" and the realization that I am indeed graduating and moving on to the next chapter of my life. 

One of my first lasts was my last day of student teaching. These kids have taught me so much and helped me to become the best teacher I can possibly be. I love each and every one of them and miss them so much already!
my farewell note to my students...
...and the many notes I received back in return :)

This was our last day of seminar with one of my favorite professors. I still can't believe I'm finished!

As if everything wasn't already exciting enough, I went home last week during finals week (since I didn't have any) and was surprised with this little beauty! This is my graduation present from my mom & dad and I couldn't be more in love!

Graduation weekend begins...
 my loving and supportive family
 so blessed to have ALL four grandparents celebrate with me during this special weekend
 my very best friends the morning before graduation
 Scott & I
forever a flyer!
University of Dayton, Class of 2013

Such an amazing last couple of weeks it has been. I am officially a graduate of UD and couldn't be more happy with the decision I made four years ago in deciding where to attend college. Dayton has truly become my second home and has been a place that has shaped the young woman I am today. I have made lifelong friends, had the most amazing experiences, and received an education so that I can fulfill my dream of becoming a teacher. I feel confident that I am ready for this next chapter in my life, but will never forget the wonderful memories I made these last four years. Thanks to my friends and family and especially my parents for their unconditional love and support. Next step: one last Daytona trip to celebrate! :)