Sunday, November 20, 2011

1 year Anniversary!

I can't believe that one year ago today I was walking down the aisle to become Mrs. Hess!  This truly has been a wonderful year & I couldn't ask for a better man to share my life with.  I am beyond thankful that God blessed me with a man that loves me unconditionally, encourages me,  & makes me feel beautiful every single day.  Thank you Griffin for choosing me to be your wife. I am humbled & grateful to God for allowing me to call you my husband. I LOVE YOU!



This weekend Griffin surprised me by taking me to the Gaylord in Dallas for the weekend.  He told me to pack my bags & I didn't find out where we were going until we drove up!  I have ALWAYS wanted to stay there & go to ICE.  The weekend was perfect & we had a blast!













HAPPY ANNIVERSARY LOVE!

Sunday, August 21, 2011

first day jitters

Tonight is the last night of Summer & I am beginning to get the "first day jitters!"  I like to think the nervousness is proof that I love my job and am excited to meet all of my new babies in the morning.  I feel a little more anxious than normal tonight because I am teaching a new grade, 2nd, & I have 28 kiddos compared to the 17 I had last year.  I know having such a large class is going to be difficult but I also know that God has equipped me for this position & He will not give me more than I can handle.  My prayer this year is that I can be the teacher that God has called me to be & that I am able to show each child the unconditional love that our Heavenly Father shows to us.

A Teacher’s Prayer
O Lord, Grant me your strength, so I will have COURAGE in every situation;
Grant me your love, so I will NEVER GIVE UP on anybody;
Grant me your wisdom, so I will SHOW others the path to success;
Grant me your mercy; so I will FORGIVE those who have hurt me;
Grant me your peace, so I will FIND THE BEST in everybody;
Grant me your hope, so I will NEVER GIVE UP;
Grant me your joy, so I will be THANKFUL for all my blessings;
And grant me your grace, so you will ALWAYS be at my side.  Amen.
~David Bennett


Good luck to all of the teachers as we start a new school year & may God use you in ways you never thought possible!

PS. My blog layout is still under construction:)

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Houston!

Griffins mom recently moved to Houston so I went with his sisters, Laura & LeighAnn, this weekend to spend some time with her & see her new place.  I have always said I hate Houston but she lived in a great area close to shopping, eating, & fun attractions that avoided all traffic.  Holt also came with us & we all had a great time watching his every move as you will see in the pictures!





Dylan's Candy Bar at the Galleria


LOVE a good sale...ready for a new school year!











I still haven't figured out why there was a white tiger at the aquarium?


hahaha Not a big fan of the carosel

Thanks Colleen for a fun few days in your new city!  I am excited to see what else Houston has to offer  & hopefully be able to drag Griffin with us next time:)

Family Vacay!

A few weeks ago Griffin & I took a family vacation to Galveston with my mom,dad, & Emily.  We were there for 3 days & spent most of our time at the beach, eating, or fishing.  This was a great trip b\c Emily, my mom & I could lay out all day long & Griffin could spend all day fishing.  Here are some pictures that sum up our time at the beach.

Yes, still building sadncastles with Dad at 25!




I caught 2 baby SHARKS!  I had one jealous husband






This was Griffin's first time to boogie board, he LOVED it!









I love my family so much & can't wait till next years vacation...Maybe another girls trip to New York???