Wonderful Sendoff

The library was so gracious and kind to me last night, which was my last official night there. James, a clerk with a sense of humor (you'll see it on the cake), ordered the cake and brought me chocolate rice cakes that I could eat. My friend Christine brought Braums ice cream, and all the wonderful staff at Westlink bought a beautiful flower arrangement (a mum plant inside a real pumpkin!). My boss Tracie also gave me such a beautiful and thoughtful gift: a gorgeous wood business card holder with my name personalized on it! The cards and well wishes made me teary more than a few times. I will miss all the great people at the library, and I am so appreciative of all their support as I start my career in higher education!

Vacay

Kevin and I are going to St. Louis early next week for vacation! This turned out to be perfect timing as I will be starting a new position shortly after getting back.

Kevin is presenting his research on cold formed steel at an engineering conference on Wednesday (Nov 3) afternoon in St. Louis, and I wanted to go along with him for support. We had been planning on taking a vacation this fall, so it seemed like a good idea to stay for a week and make it a vacation.

On the agenda: couple massages (the day before Kevin's presentation to help relax), museums, shopping, fun restaurants, sleeping in, the arch, river boat, walking around

I'm so excited! Benton will be staying at my parents' house while we are gone. I'm sure he will be spoiled rotten when we get back, but it should be a vacation for him, too! They love their grandpup.

Big News!

I'm happy to announce that on November 8th I will start as Tabor College Wichita's (fondly referred by everyone there as TCW) Academic Support Coordinator!

I think it is still sinking in that I have finally found a position that matches my education and interests. This past year and a half really taught me a lot about being patient (admittedly something I have not always been), and in many ways it has given me a chance to grow outside of my professional experiences. That being said, I'm ready for this!

Needless to say, Kevin is very happy for me! After the first interview with Tabor went so well, we celebrated with a night out going to On the Border and a movie. Last night I worked at the library, so I didn't get home until 9:30pm (like typical Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays - not going to miss those hours!), and I came home to a DELICIOUS flourless torte he had made! We also watched a movie he had rented (SATC2 - which I was also very excited to see).

Sunflowers

Our subdivision is still being developed, so we have fields and open lots nearby. This fall, the sunflowers were out in full force!

Sweet Surprise

Last week was a stressful and long week for me. I came home from work on Saturday to find these in our kitchen!