4th of July! and other events...

It feels as though life has been a giant whirlwind recently. Before we left for the wedding, my whole entire office (pictures from the wall, desk, lamp, files, furniture, EVERYTHING) had to be packed up and moved out of my office for an asbestos removal, paint job and new carpet installation. It was strange coming back, having no place to sit and catch up on phone calls and emails. I didn't even have access to a phone line for students to return my calls! I know this isn't super tragic, but I really didn't like the feeling of being displaced. Today, I got my office back! I really haven't started to unpack my boxes yet, but just being able to sit at my desk and type away while being able to physically see if I have voicemail has been absolutely wonderful (even if I am still super busy!!!).

The nice part about all of this was that I only worked a 2 day week last week because of the 4th! The girls and I really did have a wonderful 4th. We walked in the Towson parade with the TU marching band, other staff members and some students. We met Duff from Ace of Cakes (he was the grand marshall) and had our picture taken with him. After naptime, Carl came home and we headed over to Brooke's house for a cookout and then headed over to the school to watch the fireworks. All of the kiddos seemed to have a really great time. I love living the in Village!!!

Finally, I only have a week left in my summer course and I have 3 papers to write (one of which is my final project). Its that stress time again for me and I'm sure I'll get it all done, but that floating around with all of my work responsibilities is of course making me anxious. At least I have this wonderful new office to work in!

I also wanted to congratulate Doug and Katie on the birth of their son this morning and wish my bestest Wen a happy 27th birthday. Wen, I agree, I think 27 will be an absolutely fabulous year for you!!!!