NaBloPoMo 2012 – Day 10
I live in the panhandle of Florida in between Pensacola and Panama City. Some people call it South Alabama, but I don’t.
But we are part of South East Conference in college football. I say this because everyone here is a fan of either Florida, Alabama, Auburn (lots of those) or LSU. I am a lonely girl by liking Arkansas. I was raised twelve miles souteast from the University of Arkansas, and went there some. (Partied there, more than anything.)
So, as far as I am concerned, Fall is football season. We look forward to this time of year more than most. Which in itself really insane. But most of the SEC fans are insane. We have to be to do what we do on game days, or during the season.
My wonderful hubby is an alumni from LSU, and LSU and UofA (Arkansas not Alabama) have a game at the end of the season called the Boot Game. I love it. We have more fun cheering on our teams. Hurts most of the time (especially this season), but we love each other and football.
Southern girls and football I found this picture (quote) on Pinterest, and it is truth.
Hope you are enjoying your Saturday.
Blessings,
Jerry Ann
Category: Auburn
Beginnings Continued…
I say in the title continued, mainly because I am tired of all of the endings.
I was on vacation last week (my staycation), and accomplished a lot , but not near what I wanted to. But it is back to the daily grind with a little change.
My biggest accomplishment, I believe, are my children. Carmen left today for Camp War Eagle (Freshman orientation), at Auburn. It is the beginning of her being away from home. It is the beginning of just Stephen and I as far as school is concerned.
But a wonderful new beginning for her. She is truly excited, and for me it is bittersweet. I am so proud of her and what she has accomplished. Sad because she starts a new chapter in her life, full of adventure and without us. Truly the beginnings of adulthood.
Carmen at 2 (daycare picture), and one of my favorite photographs of her. Carmen’s smile is contagious. And, isn’t just like parents to remember them young and sweet. One of my favorite commercials is a little 3 or 4 year old getting ready to back out of her driveway, and her Dad sees her like that. But in reality, she is a grown woman. And the Dad just watches her go.
I believe her smile still is contagious. She is going to have a great time at Auburn. I also believe that we have raised her with a sweet spirit of fellowship and love. I pray that God places in her path godly friends that are strong in their convictions.
He has blessed us with such a precious gift. I love the woman she has become, and look forward to hearing of her beginnings.
Have a wonderful week.
Blessings.
Jerry Ann
Endings and New Beginnings
I am so sorry that I haven’t posted in a long while. We have been busy with Carmen and Stephen’s graduations. Finally have a moment to post some pictures of all of the events that have kept us occupied for the past several weeks.
First was Stephen’s graduation. He has attended Liza Jackson Preparatory School since Kindergarten. This hit me emotionally far more than I realized it would. Alex, and Nico have been consistent friends through middle school, and we are thankful for their friendships. Stephen is going to be (hopefully) the Stylemarchers at Choctaw High next fall. He has had a rough year, but survived, and we are all truly thankful.
Carmen graduated with Cum Laude Honors, National Honor Society, French Honor, International Baccalaureate program, Yearbook staff, Wheelettes Service Club, Indian Scholar, and Anne T. Mitchell Award recipient for 4 years. Lots, that meant she worked hard (not really – she is really gifted in a lot of areas, which irritates me and Stephen.) and awarded for her work.
Carmen will be attending Auburn in the Fall, with some scholarships (Yeah!!). We are transitioning this summer (I guess), and will be busy with getting her ready to be on her own.
So, again, thank you for your patience. I will be updating more now (hopefully), but haven’t been cooking, let alone time for posting.
Have a great summer!!
Blessings.
Auburn War Eagle Day
Over our spring break, we decided to take Carmen to War Eagle Day at Auburn. Classes were in session, and it is a good first look at Auburn University. She has lots of choices. Carmen is a good student, and will be able to choose where she wants to go. Now if only she knew what she wanted to do.
Auburn is a smaller college, with on average 25,000 students. Everyone there was extremely friendly, and outgoing. Carmen was nervous, as were all of us.
We stayed at the Auburn University Hotel and Conference Center. Our view was at the library. This is a perfect picture…wonder, curious, scared.
Carmen has a lot to do before she graduates next year. But, this is the beginning of a new chapter. One that all of us are a little nervous about.
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