Saturday, September 25, 2010

Miss Armstrong :)

I love making plans because whenever I do, they ALWAYS change! I had plans to move back to California in August when I decided to take a long-term sub position in Murray with a half day kindergarten class. I thought it would be great experience to start off with my own students, not to mention kindergartners that have never been in school before.
I started with the students, so the only teacher they knew was me...
Miss Armstrong :)


It's been awhile since I've been in the classroom and I LOVED every second of it! I set up the classroom...

created bulletin boards...

and prepared all my own lesson plans - here we are being scientists, exploring the insides of apples :)


Sadly my time with these students is over :( I leave being sadder than I expected but thankfully I know I'm leaving them in good hands. It's been a short while but they've all matured so much and I know their teacher will be just as impressed as I am with their growth! Here I am with my class on my last day, such a bitter sweet moment!


Every second I spend in a classroom, I feel I grow as an educator so....if you hear of any full time teaching positions please let me know! I'm always looking, even when I'm on the slopes :)

Sunday, September 19, 2010

The Dodo

The Dodo seems to have become a tradition for where the girls meet up for our Girl's Nights, and quite a tasty treat none the less! It is always fun to get together and see what everyone is doing. With fall just around the corner a dinner was necessary to catch up on everyone's summer travels and adventures.

Brynn, Kristi, and Michelle


Lindsey, Lyndsay and Lindsey :)


Thanks girls! It was great seeing all of you! And to those of you who couldn't come....you're lame! Hope you come next time!

Sydney Shenanigans

I know these photos are beyond over-due but here they are! When I went over to OZ for Eliza's wedding I took a quick intermission down to Sydney to hang out with me mate Duddy.

I flew in and the next morning we went into the city to walk around and see Wicked with her friend Crystal.



It's beautiful in the city! We were in a hurry to grab some pancakes before the show started and of course when you're in a hurry nothing works out for you. Well we got stopped crossing the bridge so a couple boats could pass underneath...turns out one was too tall and never made it but kept trying. I've never seen Sarah turn so red, and she is a red-head :) Here are the boats, and the beautiful scenery I was focusing on



The girls at Wicked...it was a pretty wicked show!





After the show we went up to Sarah's sister's place and had a girl's night out with her kids. She has 3 of the prettiest girls and they're a blast to hang out with! They all have so much spunk :) We went out for pizza and topped it off with chocolate for dessert. Later, we burned off the calories by cheerleading and dancing at home! Thanks girlies!!!





DAY #2
I know what you're thinking....crazy first day Linds! That's what happens when you visit a professional tour guide :) Love ya buddy!!!
We were able to talk Heather into 'chucking a sickie' and following Duddy, Crystal and I up to the Blue Mountains/Jenolan Caves. I love me some girl time! Duddy and Crystal make up dances on long car rides....it's quite impressive! Took me back to my IDA days

On our drive out there, we found a random 'lounge' on the side of the road.....PHOTO OP!!!!!


We finally made it to 3 Sisters


We walked out to the actual 3 Sisters and posed for a picture with me and 2 sisters :)


Instead of doing a proper hike we took the easy way...
down....

up....


Jenolan Caves-oldest known caves in the world!!! Yeah, pretty epic!







After our high adventure 2 days we took a couple more days to chill and enjoy Gosford. Duddy and I went down to the beach for a heart felt conversation....nothing says pondering like a peaceful sunny day by the ocean


It wouldn't be a trip to see Duddy if I wasn't standing on top of some rock ;)


Sarah has grown up and matured a little since her days at Snowbird being a ticket checker and moved onto being a paramedic! She had to work 1 day while I was there but she found time to stop by! So proud of you mate!
P.S. It was super early in the morning so I had literally just woken up!


and this is what happens when you get too close to a rabid kangaroo ;)