Coffee/Tea Date

Today I'm joining Erin for her monthly Coffee Date link-up. Want to come along? Grab a cup of coffee or tea or whatever you'd prefer and pull up a chair. Let's have a chat.

If we were on a coffee date, I'd remind you that I really hate coffee. I like tea, though. So if I had to pick a hot beverage, that'd be my choice. But at this point, I doubt I'd even be drinking that. It's too hot for hot drinks at the moment. Pass me a tall glass (or tall travel mug) full of ice water instead. Hello (almost) Hot Season...

If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that I have a lot to do to get my new classroom ready for the first day of school in August. But I know it'll get done. I finished up everything on my list of 5th grade/Elementary responsibilities this weekend. And I made myself take a break from work stuff this weekend. So today's the day. ...the day when I kick my bottom in gear and start sorting through everything.

And I must say... If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that even though there is a LOT to do and it just seems crazy at the moment, I really am super excited about it. I'm excited to finally get in there and sort through everything and start setting it up like I'd like. And oh my word... I can't wait 'til I can see the finished product. It's going to be awesome! :)

If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that my school had its High School Graduation this past Thursday. We had students from approx. -- different countries represented by this graduating class. It's so cool to think that pretty soon these kids will be spread out all across the globe. I can't wait to see what all God has in store for each of these kids.

If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that a couple friends and I have plans for a pool day at the end of this week. My goal? Rotate between sitting in the shade, reading a book and being in the pool, cooling off. My other goal? Ignoring my phone :)

If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that our yearbooks came in late this year. I volunteered to pass out yearbooks, since I'll be in my room working and here so much later than most of the teachers. I hate they didn't come during the school year. But I must say... Being able to see so many of our kids after the last day of school has been pretty nice.

If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that I bought a peach soda at one of the American food supply type stores yesterday. When I saw it on the shelf, I was instantly transported back to my Papa's kitchen table, enjoying homemade peach ice cream with him and my dad. Oh my at the memories... So, as corny as it sounds, I totally bought one in plans of enjoying it on Father's Day in memory of those two guys.

If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that I had a delicious lunch at a local Lebanese restaurant yesterday. Seriously... This is a picture of total deliciousness on a plate. Just so you know :)

If we were on a coffee date, I'd tell you that I don't throw the word "friend" around lightly. If I consider someone my friend, that means something. And I'm so grateful for the amazing friends I have in my life. I wouldn't say I'm someone with a lot of BFFs. But I truly have a handful of really good friends. What a blessing these ladies are to my life!