Good day!

No, I have not had a nap today even though I literally have one every day. I'm like a 2 year old. Regardless, of not getting my "nap time" in. I have had a pretty awesome day. It hasn't been very out of the ordinary, but I did get to start something new. Today was the day that I started my field experience. I am super excited about this opportunity. I'll admit, I was kind of dreading it, but once I went and met the teacher and the kiddos I will be working with for the next few weeks, I loved it! I'm helping out with Mrs. Quisenberry's class and let me say, she is awesome! She is somewhat old school when it comes to her teaching, but she is an excellent teacher and the little 3rd graders are too cute! It's making me realize how much I really do want to be a teacher and definitely reassuring me in my major! Thanks God!

New Blog Segment

So, I've decided to feature a new segment on my blog. It's going to cover friends. Each week, I'll spotlight a friend of mine, simply to show how God has blessed me with this person. Why a "friend" segment you ask? In the Wednesday night college Bible class that I attend, the topic we are covering is friendships, relationships, etc. I've realized recently that God has blessed me with some truly amazing friends that help me through everything. We'll call this segment "Getting Friendly". Corny, I know. :) I may change the title later. :)

Keep an eye out, you may be the next friend to be talked about. :)

-Cherish

Remembering 9/11

September 11, 2001. Where were you? How old were you? What do you remember about it?

It's crazy to think that it's been 10 years since terrorists tried to break what it meant to have Freedom. Today, I watched the live footage from that day. I needed a good reminder seeing as how I was only 10 when it happened and I don't remember much. Watching the live footage from that day and seeing those buildings fall like they did, is such a horrific scene. Although terrorists tried to destroy our America, they did not succeed. I almost feel like we, as Americans, became a tighter unit. We have American pride that is stronger that ever.

-Cherish

Fantastic Weekend!

So, this was my first weekend to go home since school started and work started. I was very hopeful that the weekend wouldn't be a bore and I would be able to spend quality time with my family. It was a fantastic weekend.

Saturday
Mom took me out to eat and get pedicures! It was so great to spend time with her.
Mom made a feast that night for dinner - Enchilada Bake (one of my favorites), nachos and cake!
That night, we had a bunch of family over and I got to spend the evening with them.

Sunday
I started feeling ill during church but luckily sweet Alpha Hall noticed and gave me some medicine. However, this medicine made me groggy so mom kindly took notes for me.
After church I tried to take a nap to shake the grogginess, but I was happily awakened my mom's cousin (my cousin) Misty. She lives 8 hours away and we don't get to see her very often, so I was delighted to see her - she always brings out the funny in me. ;)
After Misty and her son Thomas left - I went back upstairs to try to rest up before church that night and shake the grogginess. I did get to sleep for about an hour.
Before trying to go to church, I convinced my aunt and uncle to let me steal their precious daughter, Nataliee, for a little while. But, before I could go get her, my other aunt and uncle dropped by and we visited with them, and missed evening services but I still got to spend time with my beautiful Nataliee.
Later that night - Mom was kind enough to die my hair and trim it for me! After all that was said and done and Mom, Dad, Dylan & I laid around the living room and watched several movies together.

And as for today - I woke up and drove to Edmond so I could work.

I would say this weekend turned out incredible. I was able to spend time with my family and get pampered by my mother.

Thank you GOD for a wonderful weekend with the people I love so much!

How was your weekend?
-Cherish

Ehh.

Hey All,
Sorry it's been so long since I've blogged. School is officially underway. I currently do not have internet in my apartment (still working on that) so that is why it's been a while. I'm currently sitting in Chambers Library at UCO in the computer lab typing this. Let's hope I don't get caught. Let me catch you up briefly on what's happened this month - August.

1.) I moved back to Edmond to my quaint little apartment that is equipped with fire place.
2.) I started my job at Michaels and I'm loving it!
3.) I started my "Junior" year of college - bring on the stress.
4.) I've been reunited with all of my friends and it's so nice to get back into a routine again!

How has your month been?

Peace -
Cherish

Busy Weekend

So, I moved into my new apartment on Sunday. (If you want a glimpse of it - there are pictures on my facebook.) It's cute - but I'm already starting to feel the burden of the expenses and I'm not even paying for my apartment!! My parents are! Point being, I hate feeling like I am putting a huge load on my parents. It's not fair to them. I'm almost 21 years old and I can't even fend for myself (financially). Any one have any money saving tips for me? I'd appreciate them.

*tear*

It just hit me - I'm moving back to Edmond tomorrow!! While I'm excited to see my friends, start my new job and see my friends, I'm so sad to be leaving my wonderful family. In case you didn't know - family means EVERYTHING to me. I am a Momma's Girl and a Daddy's Girl. I'm so close to my family and I'm so sad to be leaving. Hopefully, my new job will let me be off every other weekend and I can come home and see them often. I'm getting teary-eyed just thinking about leaving. I'm a big baby, I know. But with this realization today, I came to the conclusion. I am more than likely made to marry a nice Christian country boy. I'm made to live in Ryan or near Ryan for the rest of my life and I am more than content with that. I'm okay with a simple life. I don't need an over abundance of money or fancy things. I'm your simple down home country girl. I'm not saying I'm looking for my "CCB" (Christian Country Boy) right now, but I know I'll have to have him one day. I'm facing the same thing as my friend Taryn right now. Check out her latest blog post. It's an eye opener. :)

Ciao.
Cherish