Top 10 of 2011

1. My new front porch.

2. In December, I completed the Dallas Whiterock Marathon.

3. The birth of my niece, Riley Elizabeth Edwards.

4. My first visit to Chicago to visit Kate.

5. Casie Selig...my wonderful assistant/the brains behind the operation...ha!

6. The BEST class ever!!!!

7. Staying at The Empire/Effie Edwards hotel in NYC.

8. The 4th of July in NYC with some fabulous friends.

9. The first annual Sisters Trip!

10. The birth of Bennett William Greer.

In no particular order is my top 10 for 2011. 2011 has been a great year! In many ways, it hasn't brought many changes and in other ways it has. I am still teaching. living in the same house. running all the time, loving the races and all things Hot Springs. I still spend a lot of time in Tulsa and LOVE the Hogs. There were a few changes, I moved classrooms and grade levels, some new babies were born and some loved ones lost. I have already been making some resolutions for the new year...nothing major, just some things I'd like to work on/committ to. I'll share those on January 1st. So many things to be thankful for and look forward to in the new year.

Hope all is well....

Christmas with Family

Harper and Ellie holding their baby cousin Riley.


Ellie modeling her fur scarf.


Sweet baby Riley!


Look what Santa brought me...


Just a little Christmas day shooting....


Jack loves to play in the drawer.


Coco was loving her some Uncle Tyler!


Sisters, sisters.


In bed with my 2 favorite girls!

Friday, I went up to NWA to spend time with family for the holiday. I went to see The Greers on Friday night. It was great to see them and all the fam and some friends. Christmas Eve my sis and her fam came over from Tulsa. We all spent the day at Nanny's. All my cousins were there and we had a great time seeing each other. Christmas morning we went to church. Some extended family came over for lunch and then I headed to Tulsa to make it in time for Christmas dinner with my sis and her fam. I spent the next couple of days there. I always enjoy my time with them, but I'm always ready to go home, too. I love being an aunt and it makes me feel special how much they love their "Ebbie!"
I received some wonderful gifts this holiday season, but most importantly I was able to enjoy some time with the ones that mean the most to me! Only a couple days left in 2011. It's been a great year, but I look forward to what 2012 will bring....
Hope all is well....
-EEE
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Christmas Cheer!!!

Front of my Christmas card



It was a postcard and this was the message on the back.



The Christmas tree costume I made for my tacky party.



Yes, I had a Santa suit lying around for Sloan to wear.

With all this holiday cheer, the blog has fallen by the wayside. Even though Christmas hasn't happened yet, I have been blessed with a lot of good times with great friends and even some gifts sprinkled in along the way...ha! Hope your holiday season is filled many blessings.
Hope all is well.....
-EEE
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Dallas Weekend & Another (Rainy) 26.2

Beautiful tree!


Highland Park Village...so pretty!


Me at the finish line of the Dallas Whiterock Marathon...26.2!

I came to Dallas this weekend to run the Dallas Whiterock Marathon. Yesterday, Clare and I ran errands and went to a yummy dinner last night. I was a little worried because the forecast was calling for heavy rain and cold temps. The weather didn't disappoint...ha! It rained the WHOLE time and the temp dropped as the day went on. The 10 miles around the lake were brutal!!!! I was so cold and obviously tired at the end, but another 26.2 down! Looking forward to a day of rest, tomorrow.
On a sadder note, one of my best friends from college's dad died yesterday. This is such a difficult time for her and her family. Her dad was a special guy and not having a Daddy is hard. I pray for peace and comfort for them during this sad time!
Hope all is well....

-EEE
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Outdoor Holiday Decor

The outside of my house. I hung Christmas balls from the front.



My front door.

Honestly, I decorated the inside of my house for Christmas like 3 weeks ago. It makes me feel so cozy to see the twinkling lights on the tree and mantle. I waited to decorate the outside of my house til today because I didn't want to look totally crazy....ha!
It truly is the most wonderful time of the year!!!!!!
Hope all is well....
-EEE
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Thankful!!!

Happy Thanksgiving from Coco and I! I have spent a relaxing holiday at my mom's house. I've finished my book club book and caught up on some much needed rest. Also, I did my last long run before the marathon next Sunday. As ready as I am, for December 4th's 26.2 miles to be done...I am thankful I can run that far without any irregular complications.
I have so much to be thankful for...my family, my friends, my faith, Coco, freedom, my job, my health and the list could go on and on.... Today and everyday, I miss my dad and other loved ones who have gone before us, but I am thankful for the memories I have of them and more importantly, the legacy that they left. I am who I am today, because I knew them and for that I am forever grateful!!!!
So excited and nervous for the Hog game tomorrow.
Go Hogs Go!!!!
Hope all is well....
-EEE
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A Mantra

Hope all is well....
-EEE
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WPS!!!!!!!!!

So excited about our #3 BCS ranking!!!! Sooiee!!!


Love this billboard on I-40! It says, “THANKS COACH PETRINO FOR BRINGING WINNING & EXCITEMENT BACK TO RAZORBACK FOOTBALL

—THE ENTIRE RAZORBACK NATION”

Printed on the bottom is a quote from Petrino (also in all caps because, you know, people are excited):

“MAKE NO MISTAKE ABOUT IT… IT’S OUR TURN.”

—COACH PETRINO

Man is it a great time to be a Razorback. Love my Hogs (win or lose), but wow winning is fun!!
Looking forward to a short week and some much needed rest time. Also, so excited and nervous about the AR vs. LSU game! If college football taught us anything this weekend, we learned anything is possible!
Go Hogs!!!
Hope all is well....

-EEE
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Another Game Weekend

My friend Jeb Neel came and talked to my class on Veteran's Day. It was so sweet!


Dinner on Friday night.


We ran in to Stu at Farrell's...so fun!


Pre-dinner drinks for Steph's bday.


Windy tailgating.


This pic cracks me up...Drew isn't made for a booth.

Friday afternoon, we headed to Fayetteville for the Tennessee game. Friday night, we did dinner and drinks on Dickson. Might have gotten a little excited and stayed out a little too late, but oh well...ha! Saturday, we tailgated in "the pit." The wind was blowing between 30-50 mph all day long. It was a little rough, but still fun. We were very excited to sit inside after being outside in the wind all day. It was a great, BIG win for the Hogs. All in all, it was a fun weekend spent with great friends!
Hope all is well....
-EEE
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Why I Love My Job!!!

This all happened before 7:30 a.m. Ha!!! I love my job and I am so blessed to spend all day, everyday with these precious kiddos.

Hope all is well....

-EEE
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How Cute is This?!

We have on matching Missoni dresses....I LOVE it!!!

Hope all is well....

-EEE
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Tulsa & Woo Pig!!!

Coco modeling her new hoodie.


Harper on school pic day.


Harper and I during "rest" time.


Jack is getting so big!


Harper and Coco.


At breakfast.


My sweet girls!!!


My newest sweet girl, Riley.


Biscuit makes a cute elf.


My name on the sidewalk.


Love these girls!


Bennett and I tailgating.

Wednesday, I went to Tulsa to spent some over-due time with my sis and her fam. I love those kids to pieces and it melts my heart how much they love me, too. Friday, I headed over to NWA and saw my Nanny and my newest niece Riley. Then, I headed down to Fayetteville to spend the weekend with Sarah. Saturday morning, we got up and went and found our names on the sidewalk. I've never done this and it was so cool! We got ready and headed to "the hill." We made a short stop by the Tri-Delt house to see Mom Ellen. Sarah and I teared up a bit while walking around. We spent some wonderful years there! We tailgated for a bit and then she took the Biscuit home and I went to the game with my mom. It was a good game and another W....yay!!! Go Hogs!
Hope all is well....

-EEE
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