So Proud . . .

We . . .

 are proud of this man . . .

 Why? Because as you can see Shane graduated! He graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a bachelors degree in business administration, with a concentration in accounting. It was a couple of weeks ago (December 15th . . . so behind in blogging). I think I smiled all day. I am so proud of Shane and all the hard work he put into obtaining this degree. It has not been an easy journey, but I've never met such a determined person with such perseverance. I'm so proud of Shane and so grateful for such a hard working husband that puts his family's well being and happiness before his own. We are definitely glad this stage in life is behind us, but grateful for where it has taken us and the lessons it has taught us.

Switching their tassels

The Smith Gang showing their support

The Bennett clan that could come

Shane and Hayden . . . our future graduate

Remember what Hayden looked like last year? The cap fits a little better this year. Our little boy is growing up!

 

Just in case you ever wondered . . .

I was checking the weather a few minutes ago (we are expecting a snow storm . . . I'm hoping for a snow day!) and came across this article on our local news channel's website. I decided to check it out. The title is "13+ Things Your Child's Teacher Won't Tell You". It obviously grabbed my attention. I wanted to see if it was right. And it was. I mean I don't deal with some of the things that deal with the older kids, but I would say most of these things are spot on and most teachers would agree.

So in case you ever wondered what your child's teacher was thinking . . . here you go!
http://www.rd.com/slideshows/slideshow-13-things-your-childs-teacher-wont-tell-you/?trkid=outbrain-all

Before and After . . .

I have FINALLY finished my hutch! Last spring I found a sad looking dresser on the side of the road in my neighborhood. Other people would have left it on the side of the road, because it was missing drawers and was banged up a little, but I saw it's potential :)

I have been wanting a hutch to display some glasses I got from my grandma and other dishes I've collected. I found several that I wanted, but they cost way to much. When I saw the dresser I could see it as a great hutch. All I had to do was take out the drawer, add some shelves and glass cabinet doors, throw in some bead board and you got a hutch!

Well it took me all summer and fall to finally do it, but it's done. Shane did the building and prep work and then I painted it. I think it looks pretty good! Just don't get too close or you'll see it's flaws :). Oh well, it's fun to say we did it and turned something ugly into something that looks pretty good . . . if I do say so myself.

Before . . .

After . . .