School's Out for the Summer

... and I can't wrap my mind around it. In fact, I never realize that things are happening until they have already happened. It's really not a good way to go through life at all. I was shocked when I was expected to drive myself places alone after getting my license. What were these people thinking, after all? Despite studying for the written portion and enduring the behind-the-wheel prerequisite sessions, I was shocked that I had my driver's license. My wedding was the same. I had bought the dress, picked out the colors, and chosen my bridesmaids, yet I was shocked that I actually got married. In fact, even as I was putting on my veil and heading into the church, I didn't actually expect to be married. Fast forward to this Friday, and I can tell you that I did not expect for my students to walk out of the door and not see them again on Monday. It was disorienting when it did hit me. I'm worried that I will do the same thing with our move to Texas. It will not hit me until we are in the car driving away that we are actually moving away from my family. I wish I knew how to change this, but I don't even understand how it works. :(
On a brighter note, I got to talk to Trey today, and he sounds like he is doing much better. Poor guy. At least he got to wear a cool eye patch and talk like a pirate.

Missing Trey

I officially miss my husband. He has been gone 11 days, so I feel I have every right. Tonight was Katie's graduation (yay KT), and as a faculty member I had the privilege of donning a black gown and hat and marching in, as well. This meant that I had to leave Ray at home with a babysitter. I was husbandless and babyless, and I kinda like those two guys so it wasn't my definition of the perfect evening. However, it was really neat to see Katie lead the pledge of allegiance and transferring of the tassel for her class. Back to the opening; I miss Trey. Driving home tonight at 10:00 PM, I pressed the CD function instead of the radio and it was Hal Ketchem. I want to see my sweet, handsome husband. I want to cross state lines late and night and sing Small Town Saturday Night at the top of our lungs. I want to laugh as hard as he makes me laugh, and I want to smile as big as he makes me smile. I miss his gorgeous smile and mesmerizing eyes (well... I guess it's only eye right now... funny story). But very soon I will get to see him, so it's not so very bad after all.

Standing Up

Ray is standing up! He loves to let go of things and try out his own balance, and it is so exciting.
My dad's car was likely totaled today. The amazing thing was that he wasn't in the car. Thankfully, the four kids who were in the vehicle all appeared to be fine.
I'm so glad the school year is almost over, and I am so pleased with my students progress in our last unit.
I've been able to talk with Trey on the phone more recently. It's so nice to hear his voice and listen to his thoughts. I love it! I miss him, but I am so very excited for what he is doing right now.