March 26

The day is not over yet, but I thought I'd get this done while I have time. I slept in today, which was much needed after a long busy weekend. I was planning on doing some homework today when I got up...but I didn't. Instead, I went to the Union and met up with Austin and Brett. UNI hosted the IHSAA All State speech today. I went to my classes and then met up with them again. They sat with me while I ate lunch. I went to work from 2:30 to 6:45 and it was stupid. Two people didn't show up, so we were short staffed. I finally got my break when I had 45 minutes left in my shift. So annoying. I grabbed some supper and here I am. Blogging. Instead of doing my homework. Oh well. You only live once ;) I have a CAC meeting tonight. 18 DAYS UNTIL RELAY. Scary. But I can't wait. :)

The handsome fellows I spent part of my day with. :)

March 10

First, Happy Birthday to my bestie, Abby.

Second, longest day of my life. I woke up at 3:45 and was out the door by 4:35. I stopped to top my car off with gas and grab a cappuccino. Long drive to Sibley-before the sun was up. I arrived around 7 and my day started.I judged prose all morning and storytelling all afternoon. It was actually a lot of fun. After our center was done, I hopped in and watched David Robideau and Brett Nicholson perform. Austin and Brett rode home with me so I could stay awake. We had a ton of fun just chatting away. We stopped at Zac's house to pick up his boots, took Austin to Lake City, took the boots to Lytton, took Brett home, and then I FINALLY made it home around 8:30. I got a big hug from KAden, had a delicious piece of homemade pizza, and then Kaden helped me pack....sorta. I'm finally ready for bed. I have a cuddle buddy tonight. :)

"Make silly faces!" 

Seriously, I don't think he could be any cuter. 

February 4

Longest. Day. Ever. (So far) I didn't sleep well last night. Woke up at 4am to get ready to hit the road. Surprisingly, I was on time. I left around 5, stopped to get gas and some caffeine and was on my way to judge my first speech contest. :) It was SUCH a great day-I saw so many good performances and it was really enjoyable-plus I get paid! The weather didn't hold us back so it was a very successful day.

                                                It was Joe's first judging experience too. :)

 I arrived back in Cedar Falls about 7:15. I freshened up and then headed to Valley Park Lanes for the Kohl's Christmas party. It was a good time-karaoke! I came back to the dorms and hung out with Katlyne and Danielle for a while. After being awake for almost 24 straight hours, I CANNOT WAIT to hit my bed. Here's a karaoke pic :)