BOO!

I hope to be back to regular posting but for now, let me just start by wishing you all a fun Halloween! Remember, if you don't want to be tempted by the goodies, make sure to buy something that you don't like ;)

October Already?

Can somebody tell me when summer ended? All of a sudden I'm wrapping myself up in a blanket at night and during the days wonder when it might be warm enough to get out in my garden and finish things off!

I've been incredibly busy. I got a part-time job as a latchkey teacher at a school not far from my house. The money isn't great but the experience is priceless. My group vary from 15-20 students ranging from grade 3-grade 5. I think I surprised them by not letting them get away with murder like they've been used to! The day I brought in my whistle was the real proof that here is a teacher who means business :)

I'm continuing with my volunteering and will begin at a school library next week--I'm super excited about that. I am also taking an online course that I've barely scratched the surface on, am still tutoring and I just finished getting my first aid/cpr certification. Whew! And, when there is free time I do the url rating. I finished my first month and am looking forward to a healthy paycheque so, things are going quite well.

Hope that you are all well and enjoying a wonderful autumn season!

Ahhhh!

It was a glorious day today and on my bike ride earlier I could see the colours beginning to change on some of the trees. The temps have been much cooler but each day has been bright and sunny. My one regret is knowing that I'll have to pack up my bike soon but I will try to take advantage of each day before the snow gets here :)

What is your favourite outdoor activity?

Back to School!

You're probably thinking "that girl sure does love to change her backgrounds!" Well, you're right! I love the choices that are given at Cutest Blog on the Block and with school starting up next Tuesday I was in the mood for this one (don't worry, I'll be going to a fall one again soon enough).

The job search for teaching will be an ongoing process I fear. The jobs just are not there, especially as I am not will to move. So, I'll continue with my private tutoring and will hope to pick up a few more students. I've also started to rate URL's (I'm sure at some point you've come across those work from home ads). It can be a bit tedious but the pay is pretty decent and at times the information is quite interesting.

It's been beautiful here for the past few days and shall continue for the next few. I hope that all is well in your world readers :)

Mmmm, Cinnamon!

Where did summer go? I woke up this morning to a cold and rainy day. After running a few errands I decided that a fall like day like this deserved some warm, spicy goodness. I'd seen this recipe from, you guessed it, Taste of Home a while ago and thought it would be the perfect time to try it out. Yum! So tasty and easy to make--Pumpkin Ginger Scones are perfect with a cup of coffee flavoured with cinnamon. What do you like to curl up with on a cold, rainy day?

Whatever you're doing, I hope that you're enjoying it to it's fullest!

Busy Bee, That's Me!

Well, 3 of my little students are on vacation this week so I haven't had much tutoring. I have, however, kept busy with a lot of baking. We're serving lunch at my church this Sunday and I always like to have homemade goodies on hand. It's the only opportunity where I can try new recipes and not have them sit around the house waiting for me to eat them up! (all my friends are on vacation too so nobody to come over for coffee!)

So, I've been trying my hand at making baked goods using yeast. You know, I think I'm a natural. I LOVE working the dough with my hands, smelling the yeast as I mix up the ingredients, waiting for it to rise and then all the fun of kneading it. I have made Caramel Pecan Rolls (oh, were they good!), Orange Crescents (these are delicious if you like citrus) and I do and awesome pizza dough. I also made Lemon Nut cookies, Maple Vanilla Chip cookies, and tomorrow is a chocolate cake. All these recipes come from Taste of Home, my all time favourite collection for recipes.

What I'm really happy with is that all the baking has not had an effect on my eating. I'm pleased to say I've had one of each item just to see how they taste and have not been tempted to go for more. I don't know if it's just working with it that makes me not want to eat it or what. This is a great hobby for me and another reason for any school board to want me on their staff--think of the great coffee breaks :)

Here's hoping that you're all having a great day and enjoy the coming weekend!

Thanks!

My first reaction was to leave the past in the past so I'm sticking with it. It was fun going back to 1987 (OMG I was so young!!!! 19!) but I'm having a good time here in 2009. Thanks for all the comments.

Now, back to the business of finding a job ;)