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Oct 16, 2019    |       7 comments

Mom Brag Moment

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Had to take a moment and share a mom brag…Princess was featured on the front page of our local newspaper this past week. Her coach chose her as Indian of the week. And he gave glowing recommendation to her skills as the captain of the team and player on her team.

Volleyball Player of the Week

I am so grateful for the wonderful season she has had at her new school. And was taken by surprise when she chose to try out for cheerleader…in fact, I think we were all floored.

But I’m excited to take this moment to announce that my girl will now begin cheerleading practice on Monday. (Volleyball ended this past week.) Thankfully, it is not a competitive team, just a cheer team for the at home basketball games. (She can only participate in JV sports as a transfer student.)

I anticipate no additional costs for this new sport for her. Volleyball cost nothing. And it will not be as intense of a schedule…they only practice 1-2x per week versus 5 times a week. She continues to fight for great grades.I am just so proud of her. And cherish every moment with her as I know it won’t be long until she will spread her wings and leave the nest.

Oct 14, 2019    |       17 comments

A Little Getaway

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We had a quick overnight trip to Atlanta this weekend. It was scheduled around a college visit for Princess – Spelman College. What a beautiful campus and a step into a different culture for myself and Princess’ friend who accompanied us.

I was very sad to hear that they did away with their sports programs in their entirety. Otherwise, I believe it would have made Princess’ short list. I was very impressed with their campus and offerings. And I’m very glad we visited.

dinner out in Atlanta

A Night Away

I used points for an overnight stay downtown, it was nice that using points also covers the cost of parking! And the girls’ had a blast scootering around downtown Atlanta and taking hundreds (literally, hundreds) of pictures. (They each paid for their own scooter. Mine cost $11, they were out a bit longer then me.)

We didn’t go outside of our budget for this trip at all. I had set aside monies from our weekly cash budget for food and entertainment. (I scheduled her college visits several months ago around her school breaks.)

It was a really great way to enjoy her fall break from school. And visit with a friend from her old school.

We walked for miles, enjoyed free Cokes from the World of Coke and tried out an amazing restaurant that I found on Yelp – Poor Calvins! The restaurant was a bit pricey, but we all shared an appetizer and the special of the day. It was a great way to enjoy the experience without breaking the bank!

Berry Rice with Scallops

Because we didn’t have reservations (didn’t realize I had picked somewhere that required them,) they let us eat outside. It was a wonderful adventure, especially after a 2 mile scooter ride from our hotel Friday night.

Next weekend, Princess is off on a retreat with some girls from school. (Sponsored by another family, so no cost to us.) I have plans to finish my Christmas shopping/making for our Texas family. And to do a purge of my bedroom and living room.

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