Updates

Good morning all:
Since my last post I have managed to take a vacation, graduate and get a job!

I took a vacation to Oregon. It was wonderful, especially the scenery. I do have to say that the people aren't as friendly and the weather drove me crazy! I really, really wanted to like OR and the Pacific Northwest so I could live closer to my sister but I just couldn't. Maybe if I was there longer I could learn to love it. I did enjoy Bend, OR. I thought it was really nice. It was also good to see my sister. She lives in Madras, OR. This was the longest vacation that I have ever taken in my entire life but very much needed!

I graduated on May 10, 2008! It was pretty anti-climatic! The guest speaker was a noble laureate and I wasn't sure what he was talking about. We didn't even get to throw our hats! It was a busy day. My entire family was here (which isn't that big but we are never all together). We ate a lot! We had Carrabba's for lunch, Viet Huong for dinner and then I had a late night Sonic snack:) The next morning, we had a breakfast buffet~which was SO filling!

I also took a job with Broken Arrow Public Schools. I am starting on June 2, 2008, which is good because that means I will have my full license that much faster. I decided to stay in Tulsa for my fellowship because I wanted to stay close to my Dad. My mom moved to Houston and I just felt like I would worry every day and end up flying back here all the time to check on him. Of course I am bummed about not being able to move close to the mountains, but this is the right decision for me. My decision was confirmed yesterday when I had to take Dad to the doctor. It was a good day and he is in pretty good health, considering all the factors. But, it was so nice to talk with him and hang out with him. Even though I don't see him everyday, I at least try to see him once a week. Sometimes life works out in a way that you would never believe.

Other than that, nothing else is going on. I am just going to hang out today and watch some shows that I have DVR'd. Also, I am going to start unpacking some of my things and decorating the apartment since I am going to be staying for awhile.

This is really random, but I wanted to share it with you. My lab Bella, who is the sweetest dog, is starting to be bad. I think it is due to boredom and not being able to have a big yard to play in. The other day, I had a roast chicken for dinner, caesar salad and a baked potato. When I woke up the next morning, Bella had gotten really sick right next to the door! That's because she went dumpster diving and ate the same dinner I did! I keep asking her if it was worth it and she says YES! I love that dog so much!

Talk to you all later!