Well, Thanksgiving is finally upon us. The fall weather is arriving here just in time. I'm stuck at work today and wish I would've taken today off. I originally had planned on taking today and Friday off. With my change in position though, I opted to work today and have time off at Christmas instead. I'm sure I could've taken today off as well, but oh well, it is a little late now.
I went shopping last weekend for me some new work clothes for my new position. I'm so horrible b/c I go shopping for myself, but end up w/more clothes for the boys (when they really don't need any more clothes). The Children's Place was having an awesome sale and so I couldn't pass up clothes for $2.99/each. I got them each 2 shirts and a pair of camo pants for $2.99/each. The hoodies were orginally $19.50, but were marked down to $14.99 + another 30% off of that, so they were $10.49. I love finding good deals. Too bad I couldn't find any awesome deals for me. I did find some stuff at Banana Republic and everything in their store in Grapevine Mills Mall was 40% off. Too bad Banana was my last stop on the way out and I was exhausted, otherwise I probably could've found some more stuff. I might venture out on Black Friday, but I doubt it.
We are putting up the Christmas tree tonight and I can't wait. I already have wrapped presents to put under the tree and more presents to wrap. All of the clothes I bought for the boys last weekend are the presents for under the tree. Their new baseball bags should be in by Friday. I'm hoping to get them embroidered this weekend and get them wrapped as well. I have NO idea what I'm getting Jason. He won't give me any good ideas. Apparently he already knows what he is getting me. I have no clue though.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Fancy New Title
Well, I finally got word of my new title for the position I've accepted. For the time being, I will be the Member Relations Manager / Private Client Manager. Eventually, I will just be the Private Client Manager dealing with our high end depositors. I'm uber excited and start my new position on Monday. I'll miss my staff at my current branch, but I'm ready for a change and think this is a wonderful opportunity and a nice promotion!
Monday, November 12, 2007
Tristen's Science Project
Tristen is known for waiting until the last minute on many things, including science projects. Although this project started off very scary, Jason and I have to try to remember that we can't do the project FOR him. It is hard for both of us to remember that b/c we are both perfectionists. Anyways, this was a 5 week project w/a piece of the project due each week. The first part Tristen made a 70 on b/c he turned it in late. The other 4 pieces of the project he has made 100. The whole project came together when he had to put it on his display board.
Tristen's 11th B-day Party
Tristen's actual birthday isn't until Nov. 23rd. Due to his birthday being so close to Thanksgiving, we always have his party prior to his actual big day so his friends can attend. Here's a picture of Tristen w/his skateboard cupcake cake.
Tristen wanted a skateboard and Tech Decks - finger skateboards - (the new verison of what we knew as Hot Wheels). He got a skateboard, along w/the helmet and protective pads from us. He got TONS of Tech Decks, and parts for his skatepark.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Promotion
A post about me for a change. :) I'm getting a promotion. I don't have all of the details yet, including my new fancy title. I know the pay increase and the bonus package that goes with it, which is the most important part, right? Anyways, I'm really excited about it, even though my commute will be a little bit longer. I'm excited about the upcoming changes. Once I know more about the new title, I'll post some more details!
Halloween 2007
Here is a picture of the boys trick or treating. I swear they were the same thing 2 years ago. Next year, maybe they'll change it up some and be something different
