Good-Bye...

Tomorrow will be my last night as a resident of Cedar Lane. My clothes are packed, drawers cleaned out and everything is mess but that is the sign of moving. Not that I am leaving Starkville just moving about a mile away. I will miss this house. I already miss parts of it. Leanne is off in the big girl world of working for Target. She was the reason that I got to live in this house. There are so many memories here... supper clubs, random dance parties, snuggling on the couch, tears were shed, an engagement happened in our kitchen, some of life's first happened while living here (getting jobs). I took some of my first big girl steps while living here. I will miss the vibrant color (we know that I can't decorate like this). I will be sad to leave. And I will even miss our crazy old neighbors. But I will keep Cedar Lane on my running path!

Update from Mississippi

I am really struggling on where to start... I have taken such a long vacation that I feel so lost. But I will do my best to update you on the important things of life in Mississippi and the surrounding states.

The trip to Charleston was just as amazing as I had dreamed; maybe even better. There is just something about Charleston I love. We celebrated the upcoming (well at that time) marriage of Jessica (she is now happily married). We ate good food, party hard, did a little shopping and enjoyed fun fellowship. Also, the B92 (radio station) provided the music for many dance moves in the car and around the house. Oh, how I love good dance party music.

I enjoyed seeing Auburn beat up on Ole Miss. Living in Mississippi now allows me to enjoy these moments even more. I had a bet with my boss that if Auburn won he would have to carry around an Auburn shaker and tell everyone War Eagle. He loved the embarrassing moments that it brought as he is a very outspoken Ole Miss fan. And the whole betting idea was his idea. I also got to see Alabama beat Ole Miss. Although I was sitting in the Bama section does not mean I was cheering for the Tide. I was not. I was just a person to help make the stadium look full.

On that day in October when Auburn beat Ole Miss I also got asked to be a bridesmaid. Going to the store to buy another dress is what I am about to do. I mean I kinda needed a spot in this wedding because I practically talked Cabray into going on a date with Daniel. So he kinda owes me a big thank you present. I also attended a rather fabulous Auburn wedding with a great dance party. Yeah, Auburn weddings are my favorite when the right people are involved.

I have recently decided to make it official that I will not marry an Alabama fan. I can marry anyone that is a fan of any other school. I really think that I could even handle UGA or LSU. But some moments over that last few months have made it very clear to me that I will be able to marry an Alabama football fan.

Caroline and I were in a wedding together. We come as a pair so if you are looking for a couple of cute and really fun bridesmaid we can be hired out for a fee. Our nutrition friend, Catie got married. Pretty big deal wedding. Some good food was involved... I mean Catie is a dietitian so you would expect nothing less.

Over Thanksgiving we spent a good bit of time in Auburn. Tailgating is what we do. It was so much fun to spend Thanksgiving with some of my favorite people. Yes, my family is pretty cool and I love them all. But the chance to have the Fab4 together is special. Leslie, SMarie and my family all tailgated together and ate until our hearts were content. The only thing that I was uncontent about was the outcome of the Iron Bowl. Nathan reminded me once during the game that this is why we did not go to games together while in college. I think that I am little too much for him to handle.

Life in Starkville is about to change. Leanne graduates on Friday and will be moving to Jackson. Makes me sad. But I am going to enjoy the last week that we have together.

Thats about all I got for now. I will do a better job of posting!

Marriage Is What Brings Us Together

Heck no, I am not getting married. Have you lost your mind?!

But my friend Jessica is! So, it's time to celebrate and off I go to Charleston in just a few short hours. The suitcase is packed. The only thing standing in my way is a little more work and class tonight. But I am hitting the road to Bham ASAP after class.

Ready for the weekend!

The Bash

It is that time of year again in Starkville, Bulldog Bash. The whole Cotton District turns into one big party. Of course I joined in on the fun because I am not going to miss something that exciting. My friends Jany Gray and Allan live in the Cotton District and were nice enough to invite me over to the party. I must admit that it was a grand ol' time! We drank beer, talked and just listened to music all night long. Jeanie and I decided that we should brave the real crowd and go see Third Eye Blind that was the headliner down on the big stage. So we went. But I should mention that Jeanie is pregnant (she is married to a guy named Grey, they already have a sweet daughter named Lucy). Looks like she is 22. So we laughed that this knocked up college kid (she has graduated from college just looks young for her age) and I were walking around the Bash. It was a sight. We left after we got one beer split on us and when people started fighting us for our position on the sidewalk underneath the cross walk sign. It was fun while it lasted but I would rather sit on the porch and listen.

So it was a White Out (wear white to the MSU game). Problem: it is pouring down rain outside. Solution: wear a white shirt and put the green northface over it. Problem: northface will not keep you completely dry. Solution: Ask Jane Gray to borrow a shirt when I randomly showed up at her house. I biked to campus because I thought that it was going to be better than driving. No, I got soaked. Bad decision on the white shirt too. I waited until half-time to go the MSU game. Good decision. We left the guys at the apartment and the girls went on our happy way. Well, it was happy until that goal line stand.

Overall, great weekend! Lots of fun! Can't wait for next weekend.... Charleston!!!

RD, LD

My social life for the last several months has been lacking in many areas due to the fact that I had to take boards. I started studying in May and continued almost daily until this past Saturday. But the good news is that I passed!!! I cried for joy when I found out. I am sure that the people sitting next to me though that I was crazy. I am sure that I gave my parents a scare when I called crying (but then again maybe they know me well enough to know that I cry easily).

I celebrated by purchasing a new pair of running shoes. I guess now I have to start training for another half (suggestions of ones to run??). I should also say that Sarah Marie helped me celebrate by buying me a cupcake... yes, a Registered Dietitian ate a cupcake to celebrate passing boards. It's all about portion control and I am not willing to give up the things I love!

Thanks for the prayers over the summer! And sorry if I hurt any of your feelings by not telling you when I was taking boards... I wanted to keep it quiet.

Finally!!!

If you know me at all then you know that there is one thing that I love... college football and especially Auburn football. This Saturday brought a smile to my face because it marked the return of Auburn football and new era at Auburn.

I started off the day tailgating at MSU. This time last year I was still getting settled into the Starkville chapter of life but this past weekend I felt like a local. I bounced around between several tailgates and ran into friends. After watching the Jackson State Sonic Boom band I decided that it was time to leave the game. I walked to my car only to realize that I had been blocked in. Thankfully the Allison's live close they graciously came and picked me up from campus. I watched the Auburn game at their house because ESPN-U does not come with our cable selections. Auburn has many improvements to make but that is expected after any first game!

In 4 days I will be in AUBURN! I could not be more excited! Lets hope that this week goes by really fast!

Interns!

So I have been meaning to blog for weeks now and I have had plenty to blog about but I just never sit down to do it. I will do better.

So today I freaked out. I had interns start their rotation with me! HOLY CRAP! It was just a year ago that I was in their place and now I am teaching them. Crazy to think what has happened in a years time! But it is really exciting! I will keep you posted on how it goes. Thankfully, I have a great group and I am sure that they will continue to get better with time!