Just wanted to let all interested parties know that Jason is back in the good ole USA. He returned to Yuma last night. I think that it took a few days to get back. I know that he must be glad to be home and back with the family.
As far as the drama in E-town, we have a new mailbox and the mail person assures us that someone was after something very specific in the box. He seemed to be pretty sure that it was a divorce situation or something.
That is all for now...open house tomorrow night so lots of work to do.
Kim
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Drama in E-town
So this morning we had drama!!!
I was leaving for work when I noticed that the neighbor lady (he he) had mail all over her yard and that the postal side door to the community mailbox was open. It was apparent that either someone had broken into the mailbox or the mail person had left their side open. Since I didn't know which, I contacted my local 911 operator (more on her later) and reported the issue. In addition, I contacted the post office to let them know. They sent someone out right away to "fix" our box. Mark spoke to the man who said that someone had broken in and that it looked like they were targeting one specific person but that they couldn't be absolutely sure. Thankfully for the neighbor lady and us, I check it everyday. We are without a working mailbox currently and have no idea when it will be back in working order. For a person that loves getting mail, not getting any is a nightmare!
The 911 operator had a lot to be desired. She was rude and obviously not happy with her job. In speaking with an authority on 911 call centers, I was told that this "lady" probably had high seniority and felt like taking the call was beneath her. Having some call center experience myself, I had to agree. I am not sure if the black and white ever showed up but it is now in the post office's hands. I am sure that they are going to investigate vigorously!!!
On a separate note...
My students are taking the TAKS writing test on Tuesday. Keep them in your prayers that they will do what I have taught them and not have anxiety about it. They need all the help that they can get.
Hope that everyone out there is doing well and not freezing!
Love,
Kim
I was leaving for work when I noticed that the neighbor lady (he he) had mail all over her yard and that the postal side door to the community mailbox was open. It was apparent that either someone had broken into the mailbox or the mail person had left their side open. Since I didn't know which, I contacted my local 911 operator (more on her later) and reported the issue. In addition, I contacted the post office to let them know. They sent someone out right away to "fix" our box. Mark spoke to the man who said that someone had broken in and that it looked like they were targeting one specific person but that they couldn't be absolutely sure. Thankfully for the neighbor lady and us, I check it everyday. We are without a working mailbox currently and have no idea when it will be back in working order. For a person that loves getting mail, not getting any is a nightmare!
The 911 operator had a lot to be desired. She was rude and obviously not happy with her job. In speaking with an authority on 911 call centers, I was told that this "lady" probably had high seniority and felt like taking the call was beneath her. Having some call center experience myself, I had to agree. I am not sure if the black and white ever showed up but it is now in the post office's hands. I am sure that they are going to investigate vigorously!!!
On a separate note...
My students are taking the TAKS writing test on Tuesday. Keep them in your prayers that they will do what I have taught them and not have anxiety about it. They need all the help that they can get.
Hope that everyone out there is doing well and not freezing!
Love,
Kim
Saturday, January 06, 2007
Various....
Happy 2007!
Hope that everyone is having a good year. I am recovering from the holidays and getting used to being back at work. My one real problem child gave me a gift and moved to another school. We are starting our test push. Our first test is February 13. Mark is doing well and things at his job are the same.
We cleaned out the garage enough so that one car can park inside. I figured since we are paying for this garage might as well use it for its intended purpose instead of storage. Hopefully when we get rid of the 2 refrigerators and the stove we can make room for the other vehicle. Any takers?
I am also including a picture of Pepper's cousin, Tanner Poston. Tanner stayed with us when Amanda and Avery were visiting over the holidays. He is a really nice dog and very sweet. Pepper loved having a playmate and I think Tanner liked it too. We are thinking seriously about getting another dog for Pepper just not as big as Tanner.
Lastly, I wanted to share with you a website of a man that Mark and I both think is genius. ** www.daveramsey.com ** If you are struggling financially, just getting by or want to get ahead --- he can help. He doesn't want anyone to be eating alpo or wondering where they are going to live when they retire. He has a podcast and is really uplifting. He is a Christian, and we think a really great man with good ideas.
Stay safe and well in 2007!
Love,
Kimberly and Mark
~ Live like no one else so that later you can live like no one else. ~
Hope that everyone is having a good year. I am recovering from the holidays and getting used to being back at work. My one real problem child gave me a gift and moved to another school. We are starting our test push. Our first test is February 13. Mark is doing well and things at his job are the same.
We cleaned out the garage enough so that one car can park inside. I figured since we are paying for this garage might as well use it for its intended purpose instead of storage. Hopefully when we get rid of the 2 refrigerators and the stove we can make room for the other vehicle. Any takers?
I am also including a picture of Pepper's cousin, Tanner Poston. Tanner stayed with us when Amanda and Avery were visiting over the holidays. He is a really nice dog and very sweet. Pepper loved having a playmate and I think Tanner liked it too. We are thinking seriously about getting another dog for Pepper just not as big as Tanner.
Lastly, I wanted to share with you a website of a man that Mark and I both think is genius. ** www.daveramsey.com ** If you are struggling financially, just getting by or want to get ahead --- he can help. He doesn't want anyone to be eating alpo or wondering where they are going to live when they retire. He has a podcast and is really uplifting. He is a Christian, and we think a really great man with good ideas.
Stay safe and well in 2007!
Love,
Kimberly and Mark
~ Live like no one else so that later you can live like no one else. ~
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Sad day for all the Maize and Blue Fans
Yesterday was a sad day for all the maize and blue fans. Hopefully next year. We do think that they showed a lot of heart and determination and are happy with their success. I think that they will be smelling the roses this year.
Mark and I were lucky enough to go to the last home game. We saw them win against Ball State. It was the best thing! We had a great time and want to make it an annual trip. There is nothing like seeing a game at the big house. Here is picture of us at the game:
Good times!
Other than dealing with school not much is going on. Just getting excited for our first Thanksgiving and Christmas. Hope that everyone has a great holiday season. I will try and put up another post soon.
Love,
Kim
Mark and I were lucky enough to go to the last home game. We saw them win against Ball State. It was the best thing! We had a great time and want to make it an annual trip. There is nothing like seeing a game at the big house. Here is picture of us at the game:
Good times!
Other than dealing with school not much is going on. Just getting excited for our first Thanksgiving and Christmas. Hope that everyone has a great holiday season. I will try and put up another post soon.
Love,
Kim
Friday, September 29, 2006
V-dub in zee haus
Bye-bye Taurus. Hello V-dub!
That's right we bought a new car. I needed something that would get better gas mileage and Mark wanted something with working air conditioning and 4-wheel drive.
It is so cute. The color is Harvest Moon Beige. It is really just a cream color. It has black interior with cool colored displays. Automatic windows, locks and cruise control. It is so different than driving the Jeep. Quiet and less bumpy.
Mark wanted me to add that we are keeping it real on zee engineering tip, ya'll!
That is a combo of German and Texan!
See you out on the open road!
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