Riley Reunion

A quick trip to Western Kentucky.

We had fun! :)

Visited with family members that I've not seen in years.

Food was delicious

Memories Priceless!

Thank you God for my family!

XOXO

Theresa

P.S. First Day of School is tomorrow. Students begin on Thursday. Dear God, I ask for blessings and courage as we begin a new educational year. Amen.

June is gone!

June flew Father's Day

A trip to Kentucky - to celebrate our new family.

It was HOT and beautiful.

Dessert bar withstood the heat for the most part.

Well, the gummi bears didn't much like it. Who knew gummi bears would turn into sticky, mushie (I think I made up this word), goop when sitting in 90 plus weather?

We traveled back to Kingsport and continued our celebration.
Weddings are so much fun!

A message was left in a bottle.

Love was the theme.

The Lord God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him."

Genesis 2:18 NIV

We are so proud of you!

XOXO

Theresa

Greetings from Florida!

We came to CELEBRATE!

CELEBRATE we did!

We spent time with family. :0)

Enjoyed beach side dining.

Rested and relaxed.

Overall - we had FUN!

XOXO

Theresa

Event #1 of 4 - The WINNER!

Scenario - " A family reunion of 60 people".

They chose an outdoor, family farm setting. I am in love!

They found the flowers on the hill behind the school.
They made picket fences from Popsicle sticks and hung them around pint jars for place cards.

The cupcakes were decorated to look like corn on the cob with melting butter. They used jelly beans, slightly melted star burst, toothpicks with pipe cleaners wrapped around for the corn holders. So unique and absolutely adorable!

Isn't it cute? :0)

Don't you wish you could go to a family reunion where this much effort was given?

I know I do!

They prepared "pigs in a blanket", and veggies with dip for sampling. Yum!

You've seen all four of the events.

Now you understand why I had others to come in for the evaluation - they were all creative and it is too hard for me to be objective!

I've got to run - I have a wedding to attend!

Have a beautiful day!

XOXO

Theresa

Event Planning #2 of 4

Chosen as the runner-up in the event planning evaluation - by the staff, was this group.

Scenario- "25 cancer treatment center volunteers are to be honored at a banquet, with a guest list of 150 people".

They chose to focus on Breast Cancer for their theme. I love the attention to detail!

I volunteered to bring my favorite "pink" stem ware from home just for them. :0)


The cake was scrumptious! They made a strawberry cake and called it "Pink velvet".

Stay tuned - the winner will be soon!

I am in Fl. and have Internet connection tonight.

Tomorrow is the big day! I can't wait!

XOXO

Theresa

Event #3 of 4

The 3rd scenario for the final project -

"a group of parents have decided to make prom night extra special and are preparing a before prom semi-formal dinner."

As this year's prom's theme was a Night in Paris, this group chose to continue that theme.

I love the table setting!

They chose to make a no-bake cheesecake that was absolutely delicious!

Headed to a wedding!

Not sure if I will have Internet access.

I'll keep in touch!

XOXO

Theresa

Event #4 of 4

The end of the school year is drawing near.

I have spent the last few years developing a "project final" and am quiet proud of this years endeavors. :0)

I write several scenarios and have each group draw to determine the "event" they will plan.

The scenario for this event was " a local coach invited 25 business people to raise funds for his team."

They had a budget, and were instructed to plan accordingly.

The teachers and staff are invited in to "evaluate" each event.

I can't be objective!

It is interesting to see the work and planning from each group as they prepare to "wow" me - the client!

Samples of food are provided for the evaluator's enjoyment and the comments given were impressive.. Stay tuned for Event #3.

You will love it! :0)

XOXO

Theresa

O Happy Day! :0)

We've had an amazing weekend!

Our middle child has graduated from Alice Lloyd College.

Alice Lloyd College is located in the Appalachian Mountains in Pippa Passes, KY.

Alice Lloyd was a journalist/newspaper editor from Boston.

She suffered from a breathing condition and was instructed by her doctors to move to the Appalachian Mt. area for health. She became involved in the local community and began teaching the children, eventually a work study college would grow from these endeavors.

Today the 101 graduating class received their diplomas.

My child was one.

The Baccalaureate service began at 10:30 this morning.

Someone I know and love was the speaker. :0)

He brought a beautiful message of service to God and human kind. He spoke elequantly and I was proud.

These two young ladies are good friends, the one on the left will be living with us this summer.

They are both math teachers. :0)

My Favorite!

We celebrated.

And celebrated!

I am one PROUD mama! :0)

XOXO

Theresa

Happy Mother's Day!

I hope your day was beautiful and blessed!

We had a great day!

Mom B. came over and went to church with us.

We decided to come home for lunch and not fuss with the crowded restaurants.

Salad

Grilled center pork chops

Macaroni and Cheese

peas

corn

baked sweet potatoes

rolls

and

fresh strawberry pie

YUM!

The weather was cool and beautiful!

Flowers were fresh and an unexpected blessing.
Notice the beautiful pitcher? That was another blessing.

This will be my last full week of school.

I will have 2 days next week and then when I return from the wedding in Fl.

I will have 4 more days. Then summer break. :0)

XOXO

Theresa

Run For the Roses!

Last week's teacher luncheon was a huge success!

I am always blown away by the creativity of my students. I love throwing out the challenge. watch them take it and then make it their own.

The theme for the luncheon was "Run for the Roses", playing on the KY Derby. We had recipes typical to Derby Parties.

They layered the tables with red fabric, and silver chargers. Notice the red "gems" arranged in the letters, KD.

The salad was wonderful! It was baby spinach with toasted almonds, fresh strawberries and made from scratch Poppy Seed Dressing. Oh my it was good! :0)

We also served; chicken Noodle Bake, Country/City Ham with Angel Biscuits, corn pudding and glazed baby carrots.

We had Kentucky Pie and Blackberry Jam Cake for dessert.

A sample of both was necessary!

We are having another luncheon tomorrow. Stay tuned!

I hope and pray you are enjoying this spring weather.

XOXO

Theresa