Overloaded week!

Hello my 5 faithful readers! I'm updating tonight while I have a moment because I don't know when I will have another spare one.  That's right---BYU-I is back in session! I am currently overwhelmed with Math, Science, Foundations Capstone (kind of a critical thinking/using common sense required class), and Family Foundations...and its just the first day! That may not sound like a lot, but Math alone is a big stress. Add in the kids' activities, their homework, volunteering at their school, church callings, etc. I'm pooped.

One thing you may have noticed I did not put down is "work". Yes, yes, the rumors are true. I gave my notice last week; this Thursday is my last day working at the hospital I've been employed at for seven years. Its was decision I had agonized over for almost a year, and I believe the time was finally right to stop working. My class load is getting harder and more intense, I have two children now in school and activities, I've received a new calling that requires more time and effort and frankly, I couldn't find any babysitters! I know that sounds silly, but I've always found wonderful, kind, patient people who love my children. The past month I haven't found a soul, or at least someone I felt good about. So, after much thinking, planning, praying, wondering, figuring, hoping and finally deciding, I felt letting go of my job was the best decision for me and my family.

So far I have continued to feel good (and relieved) about that choice, so I hope it was the correct one. However, if any of you are worried about my decision, feel free to send $20 and a note of concern to me at any time! :-) 

Looking into the future, I plan on graduating with my associates in generals with an elementary cluster in July 2013, which will help me get a job with the school district for next year. I will also begin classes full time in the fall of 2013, with a graduation date of April 2015. Wish me luck. I'll need it.

Well, if you are still with me after that long-winded explanation and jaunt through my insecurities, here are a few pictures of Amelia and Cooper in their "autumn jackets". Those differ from "summer jackets" in thickness, for those of you who may be confused.



Waiting for the bus!

 

Waiting with Cooper and I for the bus before riding to school on her bike.

Amelia and Cooper are enjoying school so far. Amelia has even more friends that she planned on (her words) and a full social calendar. Cooper has made a tentative friend named Hunter. Hunter apparently is "a nice boy who does mean things" sometimes, including calling Cooper a baby on the first day of school. Where does Hunter sit at school you might ask? Oh yes....RIGHT NEXT TO COOPER. Cooper isn't worried, however. He assured me Hunter would be punished for his mean actions. Santa will only bring him "snow poop" instead of gifts for Christmas this year. Because, you know, coal is sooooooo 2011.