New at this..

      I am quite new at the whole blogging thing, however; this is one of my New Year goals. As busy as I am, I really want to take time out to blog about everything that is currently taking place. January 11th, I start Block III of the Elementary Education program at Alabama. You  can only understand the stress of this program if you have been through it at Alabama! The only thing that keeps me going, is  knowing it will be worth it in the end.  I love my sweet Kindergarten babies!
       I have thoroughly enjoyed my month break..despite not wanting it to end! During the Christmas season, I worked at Hutcherson Jewelers, which is sort of a tradition for me. I did enjoy being home and Kyle being back and forth to spend time with us. We celebrated Christmas Eve with my family and then woke up early Christmas morning to head to Hattiesburg to spend a few days with his family. Kyle is enjoying his new pistol my parents got him and I am enjoying my new NookColor.
      During the break, I am trying to get as many wedding preparations done that I can, such as: sending out Save the Dates (which requires getting addresses), registering (Belk, Wal-Mart, Hutcherson's, Owen's, Bed, Bath & Beyond, and Dillards...just to name a few, WHEW!), decorations and attire. I am very, very thankful for my wonderful mama who is being a huge help as my wedding planner! I cannot wait for all of our festivities to begin!
      Kyle is gearing up for his first baseball season as Volunteer Assistant/Camp Coordinator at Southeastern Louisiana. The season kicks off February 17, and I can't wait to be there to watch his games. In other words, I am about to lose my fiance to baseball for several months. I am excited about his recent career opporunity. If everything continues like it is, I will be moving to Hammond for the summer and then again more permanently next December. I must admit, I do love Louisiana (just NOT the LSU part!!!) -- if our future children grow up in Louisiana they will still be Bama fans!
       Our wedding is set for June 16, 2012, 4:00 at Eastwood Baptist Church in Moroeville. I have 6 bridesmaids: MOH- Sarah (my younger sister), Dallas Jordan, Kellie Hilton, Allison Kearly, Whitley Ledkins, and Ashley Watson. Kyle has 5 Groomsmen: BM- Seth Maxie (his younger brother), Joey Archer, Travis Burge, Shane Shattles, and Brit Bowen. We have both been blessed with so many wonderful friends, it was  hard for us not to have a stage full! The reception will be held at the Monroeville Country Club..we want to dance!
       As you can see, we both have very busy schedules over the coming months, but I thank God everyday for blessing me in ways that I cannot even begin to describe. I fully rely on the verse Jeremiah 29:11 -- For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. I know I will be able to make it through this next year with the help of my Savior. Hopefully, I will be able to get some blogging tips from Julia Cartee (my blog inspiration)!