Hip Hop Hopotamus.

I was just about to write "I am embarrassed to say I don't have much to write," and then I thought back on my week, and BAM, remembered that this was the week from... well this was a busy week. It really wasn't a bad week. Actually it was quite the opposite, but it has definitely been super-uber busy. 

Speaking of 'uber,' my dad actually said the work 'uber' yesterday and it kinda tripped me out. I don't even remember the context, but I giggled inside. It was sweet. 

Anyhoodle, back on track. My week. It was cool. And busy. But loooong. We started with a regular Monday/Tuesday at school, but there were parent/teacher night conferences, so we were up at school until 7:00pm both of those nights. Wednesday there was a District meeting for all the music teachers, so instead of school, we got to go talk about all sorts of fun teacher stuff. I learned quite a bit that day, and I also got to talk to my sweet friend Caroline all day. It was a fab time. 

Thursday was regular school day. At this point, I am teaching all classes but third grade right now, because Kaci's is finishing up their program (which is Tuesday night, you should come!). Starting Wednesday and for the next four weeks, I will be planning and teaching all classes, K-5. I'm pretty stoked and love, love, love it. Never before have I actually looked forward to going to school the next day. I am not just waiting for the next moment in my life to get closer to the weekend, but I am ENJOYING what I am doing ever day. It's surreal. 

Anyhoodle, on Friday, there was no school; however, there was a super amazing Arts and Literature Workshop (program here) that we went to and it was a great experience. I learned a few new things, found a TON of great resources/new books, and spent a day of fun with Kaci and other Springdale/Fayetteville music teachers. Fabulous day, indeed.

Later that evening, I went to Kaci's Pampered Chef party. Delish! The theme for the evening was "Chicks and Chocolate." Can you say perfect? There was a fantastic chocolate mousse fondue, and 'to-die-for' Rolo chocolate brownies.

I'm going to put the brownie recipe in a different post.. but.. oh... my... goodness. They are divine. Since I have been doing fabulously with my WW points, I saved points and indulged in a small brownie and about two tablespoons of the fondue. 

Speaking of Weight Watchers. I have almost lost 10 pounds! By next week, I will be at the ten pound mark hopefully. I feel so great. My energy level is through the roof, and I am eating healthier than ever before. It's not the "I hate my life" healthy eating, but it is the "wow this food tastes fabulous" healthy eating. I don't skip breakfast anymore, I eat three small meals and have a few healthy snacks in between. Although I didn't drink soda before, I did drink Kool-Aid. Emphasis being on the "did" because I don't remember the last time we made a pitcher of Kool-Aid. 

It is definitely not a diet, but a lifestyle and I LOVE IT.

This post has gotten out of hand and kudos to you if you made it to the bottom. I woke up Saturday with a stellar sore throat, so I went to the walk-in clinic and sure enough I have strep-throat. I should be feeling better by this evening. (cross your fingers). Last night I fell asleep around 7:30 and slept until 7:30 this morning, so hopefully my body is working hard to get better!

Yesterday, I had this for lunch. Aren't you jealous? ;)