Assistant Principal - Phil's Surprise Party

I have been getting a lot of grief lately given the fact that I haven't updated my blog in like, two years! Well, here it is...

Two weeks ago, Tuesday night, I had picked my mom up and we were eating a quite dinner at my house when my phone rang. I didn't know the number but I picked up and instantly my stomach jumped. It was Dr. LeMaster from the Human Resources Department. She was calling to inform me that the Board had appointed me Assistant Principal at Welby and South Jordan Elementaries and that I could bring family and friends to the board meeting (in 40 minutes) to be recognized.  WOW.  Talk about a whirlwind few minutes.  I had to shower, call people, get myself together and drive to the District Office.  After it was over Phil's family, my mom, Xander and I went out for ice cream.  How else do you celebrate such a crazy night???

Starting the next day I packed up at Heartland, where I worked for three weeks, and started my new adventure.  I can't even begin to voice how excited our little family is. This will open many doors and is something we have worked toward for a few years now.  The following are pictures from the surprise party Phil threw for me.

Phil and I after a great evening.

 Phil's amazing family, now mine too, minus Amanda and Dustin who left before pictures.

 My awesome mom and dad who were lucky enough to be here to celebrate.

 My girls, love you all!

 Mike with HIS girls.  Audra and I were so stinking cold we thought we could get warm if we snuggled. Didn't work too well!

 The Quad - Edwards, Pikes, McCarthys, Gummows - Again, love you all!

 This is my amazing mentor, teacher and friend Shelly.  She hired me as a teacher and taught me, most of all, how to put my love for the kids above everything I do and first and foremost at the forefront of every decision I make.  Love you, Shell!

Now the ride begins.  Long days and crazy schedules. Glad I have such a supportive husband and son who will be with me every step of the way.

It feels good to be back. I promise not to stray from the blogging world!  At least monthly updates are possible!