Day off

Happiness depends to some extent upon external conditions,
but chiefly upon mental attitudes...
  

So, I seem to find myself lying awake at night contemplating how to correctly construct the next sentences or paragraphs I want to put in my blog, there is something soothing about writing a blog, knowing that a handful of people will read it, and a few of them may even enjoy it. 
I am working on coming to the realization that I don't have to be anywhere today.  I was thinking I needed to get up right away and head to the book store to get materials for my lesson tomorrow, but I have all day. So instead, I am sitting here drinking coffee and maticulously writing a blog post for your enjoyment.
The coffee here is wonderful, it could be the placebo affect but I really think it is wonderful.  I am hoping to purchase a lot of it to bring home with me for Adam and I.
I have been continuing to do research on where the best places to go are,  how to get there, what to see and do while there, and how much money it will cost.  Somehow I just seem to keep going around in circles.  It seems that there are so many things that I can't remember so I find myself re-researching many places.  I think in the end I just need to let it go and take it's course. 
I have been feeling sad for my sister and brother in-law, Jen and Chad, as they just received bad news that their dog has cancer and doesn't have much time left. Our families have really been hit this year, please send them your good energy.  Pet's are such a funny thing, how you become so attached, even though in the end most of us know that we will one day outlive our pets.  I miss DJ almost as much as I miss Adam. When Adam and I skype I like for him to get DJ on the couch so I can see him, it's all those little things in life that fill your heart with joy that seem to make life what it is. 
I have also been thinking about all of my friends at Eagle Heights, teachers and students, as today is the last day of school.  The last day always get's crazy as everyone is excited.  I am quite jealous however that I can not be partaking in the celebration with them this evening.  I just keep reminding myself that there will always be next year. Since I will be a 2nd grade teacher next year (I know right!!!) the plan is I will be there for the chaotic last day.
I hope this find's everyone with a sunny summer day.