Yes, I'm still alive. I think?

I have no excuses for not blogging lately. I've actually sat down in front of the computer and would type, but nothing positive would come out. If your prayer list is not too full, will you add to it, that I just survive this school year!

On a good note, I've had an amazing weekend which was much needed. David and I actually went to see a movie on Friday. It's probably the first time that we've been out past 10 p.m. and I wasn't asleep on the couch. On Saturday, we went to his cousin's wedding, and it was nice to be surrounded by positive people. If you've ever been around David's family, you will know that they truly are just happy people. To see the innocence of my neice and nephew as they laugh, play, and talk, is just priceless. Prior to the wedding, all the guest were waiting inside the house that the ceremony was being held at. When the time came, we all headed outside to take our seat. On the way out, I was teasing our 3 year old neice about if she was ready to get married. Without skipping a beat, her response was, "No, I'm not tall enough." I pray for our neice that this innocense never fades. Unfortunately, I see how childhood has changed over the years and it makes me fear for all those that are little.

Later that night, David and I went to see STOMP at Ft. Worth Bass Concert Hall. I would highly recommend anyone to go see this. David and I were amazed at everything that they did. In fact, we were so inspired that we have been banging on anything around the house creating our own STOMP show. On a sad side note, Daisy Mae is still hiding. Guess she did not like being a part of our show.

Lately, we've been noticing this one squirrel come around more and more. The squirrel has learned that Daisy Mae can not actually get it, if it stays high enough. God help us if the rest of the squirrels that Daisy has tormented get wind of this. We're afraid that there will be W.W. III on our house the second that it does. The squirrel has a love/hate relationship with Daisy Mae. It will sit on top of the fence, wag it's tail at Daisy, and then bark at her. This drives Daisy insane, but we think we actually heard the squirrel laugh at her today.

I hope the everyone else had a great weekend. I promise that I will blog more often. I just need to meet a teacher that knows how to not bring their work home with them.

Day 5-7of No David

David Up-date: I was able to talk to him for about two minutes the other night. I realized within a second that I miss my best friend and talking to him everyday. What was excitement turned into tears, because I wanted to just keep talking. Through my emotional mess, I was able to talk to him and here's what little info I got from him. He is loving his time there, but his body is soar. I know that Thursday was their last day in the village and they would be handing out all the supplies that they had collected for them. We bought a bunch of jelly bracelets for the little girls there, and I can't wait to hear how they reacted to them. He always says that it's so hard not to just go out and buy everything for them, because you know that they are in such great need. I'm proud of him for all that he's been able to accomplish this week, and know that he's changed lives. But I'm ready for him to come home!

On Wednesday, David had this beautiful bouqet of flowers sent to my school. I was so touched, that it I forgot that Yogurteria closed, and didn't go to Target after all. Instead, Daisy Mae and I curled up on the couch with a blanket and read a book. I'm so excited that he returns tomorrow and probably won't sleep at all tonight. Thank you to all my friends, that kept me company this week. I truly would not have made it if it were not for your company. So thank you from the bottom of my heart!

On a side note from Daisy Mae, herself, please no one call for at least 24 hours after David returns. He will be occupied, with playing chase in the backyard, walking on the trail, and receiving kisses from ear to ear ;)

Day 4 of no David

You can tell that one has too much time on their hands when they can make this many posts. I'm actually avoiding doing school work and cleaning the house. I work much better when under pressure. Today in my note, David left me some money to go to Yogurteria. I was so excited about it all day! No matter how much a child talked backed or tried to push my buttons, I just kept reminding myself that it would be all better when I got Yogurteria. I had it all planned out. I was going to eat dinner early, so I would be hungry for Yogurteria around the same time that House came on. Can you tell that I've been with David for a while? Daisy Mae was so excited because she was going to go for a ride, and I was excited for a treat. We drove over, pulled into a parking spot in front of the place, and my heart stopped. I now understand how David feels when one of his favorite places closes, and promise that I will never tease him about it again. That's right Yogurteria closed! Some may be saying what is a girl to do with no husband, no Yogurteria, and a dog that is controling the house? Well she is to put the money back in her wallet and go to Target, tomorrow. Because she knows that her husband would want her to be happy at a time like this, and that they will budget whatever the difference is. :)

Day 1-3 of No David :(

David Update: He made it to Honduras and the ranch safely. They were to begin working in the village today. I know he's probably very excited and loving life there. Although, I'm wondering how much work he's actually getting done. Thanks to the recent economy issues and possible election results, he walked around the house for about a week before he left, saying that while he was there, he would possibly be doing some house hunting. I'll let you know if I find out anything more throughout the week.



Me Update: I'm surviving. I didn't realize how much he does for not only the house but for me as well. On the first day that he was gone a light bulb burned out. I stood there looking at it, thinking what an obstacle it was going to be for me, but for he and his giraffe legs it would be no problem. Thankfully after stacking and climbing on top of things, I was able to change it. He's also a wonderful man, because thankfully he left me notes to read everyday. I found out today that some of them include treats for myself, but most importantly they contain a bible verses that helps me through my day. I miss him and am counting down the days till he comes home. I know I have quite a few left.



Daisy Mae Update: She has made herself queen of the house. She enjoys David's side of the bed, and we could have serious problems when he gets back. She is starting to get fed up with me for not being entertained enough to her standards. I went to the grocery store for literally no more than 30 minutes. She apparently did not like being left alone and outside, because when I returned I saw that the duck had gotten it.

Exhibit A.
(She is such a mess, literally!)

Prayer Request

This morning David, his dad, and a small group left for Hounduras on a missions trip. If you will keep them in your prayers that they are safe (I told David to inform his pilot that I was not into David doing cliff dives this afternoon in Telgucigalpa.), that their bodies are prepared and able to do the work that needs to be completed, and that their hearts are open to the culture and speaking God's message. I am so proud of them and thrilled that they are able to do this! Although, I'm missing David like crazy already and am not sure what to do with not going to 'Weinberger's' today. This is one of David's favorites that we probably go to weekly;) On the other hand, Daisy Mae is enjoying this as I returned this morning from the airport, and she was in David's spot on the bed.

Sick Obsession

I have a sick obsession that I have to confess about. I'm almost embarassed to share it but here I go... I'm obsessed with famous people. I can't explain it, but I'm the freak that reads the tabloids in the grocery store. You know the ones you usually have to cough at, because they have no idea that it's their turn. And yes, I read People magazine more than I do the newspaper. It really started to soar this summer when we were coming home from San Diego. I ran into a MTV star, no names mentioned, but he's big and of ethnicity;) I sat and texted my sister for a while, in shock that a celebrity was sitting right across the way from David and I in the airport. David was so embarassed! Tonight I was on my game again. We went to La Hacienda Ranch, allowing David to fill up on his favorite foods before he leaves for Honduras, and I began to question the guys that were sitting next to us. One of them turned his head and instantly I knew I had seen this guy before. No, not on a date, but from one of our well spent People's magazines. It later came to me who that person was, as he was getting ready to leave. I'm so sick, that after the person was gone, and David was getting tired of my questions about him, I asked our waitor who was sitting there. He brought the guy's receipt out and sure enough I was right. I later had to call my mom and let her know that I sat next to a country singer that has inspired many with his 'American Soldier' and brought laughter with 'I Wanna Talk About Me'. I can't explain why I'm like a giddy school girl when I see celebrities. I mean they really are no different than any of us. Yes, they probably don't have to save up for a Coach purse, but somehow it's rewarding to know that they eat at places we do, and fly coach with the rest of us.

HOOK 'EM HORNS!

I'm am beyond thrilled that the Longhorns beat OU today. It's something that has rarely occured during my years as a Longhorn and an alumni. On the other hand, I'm sad to announce that I am possibly the curse that has been bringing them down for years now. I've been a faithful fan that has watched every year, including a couple that were in the cold rain. We even had the game on last year, during all the preparation for the wedding. Although, this year I was unable to watch and my team won. If this is truly the case, then you better believe that this Thanksgiving I will be no where near the T.V. For all my Longhorn fans, what time is it? That's right 11:30 and OU still...