Here we go again...

I don't know what it's been about this school year, but it has been absolutely insane on my campus this year. I've talked to several teachers and coaches about this, and the general feel has been frenetic and stressed. I finally settled into things this week (week 4), so now I'm ready to catch up blogging and Project Life-ing.

So, what's new with me? I don't think I've mentioned that this year I'm teaching 8th grade...and one class of 7th. It's been good for me to change things up (new curriculum, new room, etc.).

We've also been enjoying a little football season! It's the last season before the big season ticket holder move, so have been enjoying heading up to College Station for the games. We will be in a new section next year...but sometimes change is good (as I have discovered this year at school)!

I got a Fitbit for my birthday and have been enjoying tracking my movement and daily rhythms. I've definitely been taking the pups out more--which I know they love! I have recently hit a plateau on the weight loss and have started re-evaluating what I do, especially after reading this article.

When Tyson barbecues, he takes our bedroom TV outside so he has something to do besides watch a fire for hours. Last night he got the idea that afterwards he could put both screens in the living room so he could keep tabs on multiple games...and it's still like that today. Brody gets stressed when football is on, so I think now he is double scared. 

That's all for now...I will start working on Project Life here soon and hope to share later this week. Adios!

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Brody loves hanging out on the weekends! Don't let the picture fool you, though--he is not on the couch! He can only get his two front paws up and then gets nervous. :)

Get crafty :: happy bear

I survived/thrived on another first day of school yesterday. Favorite part? Hands down, when a few eighth graders came back at the end of the day to visit me. 

I made this awhile ago, took pictures, and then was too lazy to upload the pictures. I just love looking at his happy face! He loves a good car ride.

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So cute!!

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 So presh. They are a dynamic duo. You know, like Batman and Robin. I don't know which one is Batman though.

Weekend in Photos

 Tyson smoked ribs (pretty much all day).

 Sophie sat and looked cute.

 And pondered the meaning of life...

While Tyson played with the temperature and fire...

...and Brody practiced his Elvis impersonation.

End result. So delish. He also grilled corn on the cob and I made twice baked potatoes (recipe here but I made some modifications)

Coffee. Always a weekend favorite. Especially in my Houston mug!

Menu Planning Monday

monday :: cheesy rice bake

tuesday :: skinnytaste's baked chicken parm

wednesday :: taco soup

thursday :: spicy honey glazed chicken

friday :: date night!

I had a complaint from HR that I have been neglecting photos of my beloved Brody. He's still here and loving life.

Menu Planning Monday

monday :: meatloaf with green beans

tuesday :: parmesan chicken bake with broccoli + wild rice

wednesday :: corn, bacon, and potato chowder

thursday :: three cheese pizza

friday :: undetermined...Christmas party, out of town, or leftovers??

saturday :: some sort of pasta...Tyson has a half marathon in College Station the next day!

Tyson is training for the Houston marathon this January. This weekend he casually mentioned that he'll probably do a five mile run before the half on Sunday...craziness.

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Brody's typical Saturday morning spot. Checking out the goings on in the backyard.

Sophie's all-the-time spot: wherever I happen to be. :o)

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New favorite picture.

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"Look at how cute I am!"

Happy Independence Day! Taking time to be thankful for our freedom + eat delicious food. I think our plans include grilling fajitas and swimming. Always a good combo.

Hola! I've been without Internet the past few days, thus the lack of bloggity posts. Brody has missed his online presence so I will satiate his request...

Serious Zoolander face. Totally going on our photo wall.

Happy.

The princess

I haven't gotten any pictures of the dogs I'm watching yet...it's been so overcast and stormy so far! Can I just say, I used to love rainy days...but rainy days with dogs are not nearly as fun. :o(

Weekend Shenanigans.

This weekend Tyson, Brody, and I decided to visit my parents at the last minute. Brody was being extremely mopey, and we thought a weekend with a backyard would cheer him up. Mission accomplished! Of course, I had to take a few pictures of Brody and Iris yesterday...

 So serious.

 A tad doubtful about...something.

 Yawny McYawns A Lot.

 Looking for his bunny friend.

 He is so happy!

 Loving the abundance of grass and a canine friend.

There is no menu planning to do, as we have muchas leftovers from last week and this weekend. I've got quite a bit of packing and organizing to do before a week of dog sitting and then a conference...I know this week will fly by!

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"Gimme some turkey bacon."

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This is his "buy me a yard and I'll be this happy all the time" face. 

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He always makes this face when he knows he's visiting family. I love seeing it!!

Weekend in Photos: Spring Break Edition

 This weekend we went to the ranch in celebration of Tyson's dad's birthday. Brody likes to spend his time in mud pits. The cows are interested in his size and preference of hang out locations.

 Isn't he the cutest?!? FYI, he got a bath promptly upon arrival at my parents'.

 Partners in crime. Although Puppy really just tolerates Brody's presence.

 They love four-wheeling. I was totally not driving one handed to take this photo. That would be oh-so-dangerous.

 Brody's favorite ranch hangout. So happy to see this pond full and the grass so wonderfully green!

 This little herd is adorbs. Tyson's dad hand-fed them last summer and got them more used to humans, so you can actually walk up to them and pet them.

 They wanted to be friends. Unfortunately my friendship is dependent upon being a photographic specimen.

 I think she was hungry. I was most amused by Brody chillaxin' in the corner.

 It's like a bovine posse.

 I dubbed #68 leader of the pack and my fave.

 I think I surprised him (isn't he the cutest?!?).

 He smelled so bad.

 I became best buds with this one. Until she ran away from me.

 They were actually staring at Brody. Don't let their attentiveness deceive you.

 Tricky Ricky still maintains his awesomeness!!

 I don't know why, but this reminds me of The Outsiders. I like to think they are Dally (obviously because he's alone!), Two-Bit, Soda, and Pony.

 This one can be Steve/Tom Cruise.

 Have I mentioned I love this kid?!

I think he spent the entire weekend in puddles.