It's only been thirteen days since my last post

We've had a few big events going on lately!

Last Saturday we had the "Hood" shower for Brittany and Tim who are tying the knot next month and, of course, it was so much fun. We played lots of games and ate a ton of food.

Y'all remember this game? The bride-to-be and fiance, parents of the bride, and parents of the groom all played. The women had to "shave" their significant others. It was hilarious!

We can't wait to be apart of the big day!

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Yesterday marked the 12th Annual Cindy Tamplin Memorial Tea. It was a great success! Everyone asks me what exactly it is, it's not like a sit down and drink tea event. Cindy was my mom's best friend who unfortunately was murdered twelve years ago, so in honor of Cindy, my mom and her Sunday School class put on a "tea" every year. Cindy LOVED dishes and place settings so women set tables every year and they have an auction to raise money for the Brighter Tomorrow Women's Shelter. You'll have to come visit next year!

This little cutie came too!

She was the bell of ball. Avery had such a big day showing off for everyone.

Kristen's table. She does the cutest things!!!!

Jenna set a table this year with her china she received for her wedding.

And, TADA!!!!!!!!!!

Mom's table was just so creative. That woman I swear, never runs out of ideas!

I got the cutest Scentsy package!

We're missing Leslie because guess what?! She is out of town. Who would have thought right?!

With this ring, I thee wed

"Have you not read that the one who made them at the beginning "made them male and female,' 5 and said, "For this reason a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh'? 6 So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate."

Matthew 19:4-6

Dave,

I am so thankful God brought you into my life. I can't imagine anyone else I'd rather grow old with. We were so blessed to have found one another and, so far, live a happy and healthy life. You are my life, my soul mate, and my best friend. I love you more today than the day we married. Thank you for being a great provider, a loyal husband, and my support. Happy Anniversary!

Love,

Your Wife

Anniversary Dinner

We celebrated early for our three year anniversary Saturday night at:

We only go to "fancy" places once a year and it's to celebrate our wedding anniversary. So, we don't feel so bad spending some money on a good meal.

The salad bar was simply delicious! The California rolls were awesome! And, they had grilled provolone. Yummy!!!! I had been warned before we went not to fill up on the salad bar because the meat was like no other. And, it was good! Dave was in heaven since he loves any type of meat. They also serve the meat with fried bananas, supposedly they clean your pallet after each type of meat. Either way, not being a banana fan, I couldn't eat enough!

And we had to order dessert! We got the Caramel Vanilla Creme Brulee. Dave would have rather had flan but we tried it. I thought it was super, Dave not so much.

We had a very nice dinner and I can't believe it will be three years on Tuesday since we've said 'I do' :)

Rangers, Old Friends, and Thriller

My husband has the best job! He called me Monday afternoon at 3pm and said "Leave school early, we're going to the World Series!" I was SO excited. I didn't get to leave until normal time (I was in a color class all day that was a-mazing!) but we managed to get home, change, and make it to the game in time for the first pitch. We could not have had better seats either. We were about 14 rows up from home plate. Simply awesome!

The energy at the stadium was pure craziness. I mean, non stop screaming. Hard not to stand up the whole time and cheer.

See that catcher? Well, I've already told Dave Napoli is my second husband. He isn't aware of this yet, but that's okay. I admire him from afar.

Love you David Samuel!

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I met some old friends out for dinner this week. Valerie (on the left) and I went to school from middle school through high school together and Brooke (in the middle, and yes the same name) was my bestest friend in elementary school. I haven't seen her since she moved schools in fifth grade. Is that crazy or what?! Thank you Facebook for reconnecting old friends. We figured out that Valerie and Brooke knew each other after Brooke moved to her school. Small World! So fun to get together after so many years.

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We have this thing at school every six weeks called Round-Up, which is a time for awards and some "fun" (depends on who you ask, HA!). This time Thriller was the theme, it being Halloween and all, and I must say that the costumes and make-up were phenomenal!

Everyone was required to incorporate the Thriller dance into their skits and that is much harder than it sounds!

Nikki and Vanessa from my class.

How awesome is this?! That's tissue paper they put make-up on. Crazy!

This is Nikki and Mrs. Lemoine with the Spirit trophy my phase won. Mrs. Lemoine might seriously be the funniest person I have ever met. She's from Louisiana and is the entertainment at school. We started Ogle Aerobics that we do in the morning and I am now known as "Aerobics Lady" opposed to Brooke. We even wear name tags at school and some of those girls still can't learn my name. Go figure.

Our class. My teacher is in the blue with the mask on. She's a little shy! :)

I played hookie from school today because the past two weeks have seriously left me sleep deprived and my body finally said "NO!". So while I feel a little guilty, resting is feeling so goooooooooddddddddd.

Dinner and Baseball

This week was c-razy! I had something every night after school. I'm slowly catching up on my sleep............although, my success has honestly been non-existent. Blah.

Today when I got home from work, Dave had dinner ready and it was yumm-o!

He makes these potatoes that are to die for............don't worry, he takes all the calories out of them so it's super healthy. HA!

An adult beverage was called for after this weekend.

We are now watching the Rangers play, hopefully better than last night. Although, I personally feel the game last night was fixed. Way too many horrific calls by the umpires. That's my story and I'm stickin' to it!

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Guess who's three year anniversary is just around the corner?! Wonder if my husband has anything planned................................. :)

Have a great week!!

Shopping, Avery, and Injury

So. I haven't been able to run for two weeks. Two weeks!! And this is why..........

My foot was really swollen so I figured instead of possibly injuring my foot more, I would let it rest. But no more! Back in the saddle tomorrow morning.

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Saturday night Dave and I had a date night with each other and the Rangers baby!!!

We went to local place and the energy was crazy. I mean, literally, I felt like we were there. It was so awesome. And, it was nice to spend some time with Dave alone. Yes, we are a married couple without children but, you'd be surprised how little we find time to spend with just one another. Rangers are going to the World Series!!!!! I'll be cheering on my other two husbands (Kinsler and Napoli) this upcoming week.

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Sunday after work, I stopped by my parents because a certain little girl was over there.

"What's wrong Avery? Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh, you want your headband!"

Much better.

I just love her.

She is doing the cutest thing now with her tongue when she eats.

Up-do time!

And, I had to share this...................

Mom and I went shopping Saturday and I found three great buys.

OK, so maybe everyone won't get this but I love it. Where I'll wear it is another issue. Don't worry, I'll find somewhere :)

Mom found this dress and it's adorable! Can't wait to pair it with some boots and tights. Ah, the fall season, it makes me happy!

Life lately without pictures

Lately it has been all about hair, school, work, and trying to fit "life" into it all. I will say, I'm loving it. I love doing something I truly enjoy and evidently, I'm actually good at it (according to my teachers and some people who have allowed me to do their hair). But here are just a few things I'd like to do:

1. Go to the fair

2. Enjoy a FULL day off of work, school, or doing any hair for one full day (not that I'm not appreciative of the clients who let me do theirs).

3. Clean my office out. Seriously y'all, it's beyond ridiculous.

4. Run sometime this week! I cut my foot open the other night and have given it some healing time but I'm chopping at the bit to go run. Thank God I had a tetnious shot in '04!

5. Sleep!

6. Go shopping with my mom! This will be taking place Saturday! Yay!!!!!

Ok. Enough whining or complaining aboutvwhat I'd like to do. I'm about to take care of #5. Have a good week and go Rangers!!