Monday, February 13, 2012

It's a Thankless Job...But I'll Do It

I want to wish each of you a(n) (early) very happy Valentine's Day.

I will be leaving for a conference and won't be back until next week. I have to go here






and see things like this when I take my early morning run on the beach.






Our meeting rooms are going to look out over this.






And I might even see this little guy again


Well, it's a tough job, but somebody had to do it, so I stepped up to the plate. I will see you all in blogland next week!
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  1. vanillaFebruary 13, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    Have a wonderful time!

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  2. stephen HayesFebruary 13, 2012 at 12:04 PM

    Take lots of pictures for us.

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  3. Jamie JoFebruary 13, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    Have a super time!!! And like Stephen said, take lots of pictures!!

    (I want to go to a conference like that!)

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 12:34 PM

      Jamie Jo: It not very far from my house, so it will be nice not to have to drive forever to get to it. I do plan to bring as much of it back to my friends as I can!!!

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  4. SushFebruary 13, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    Yay for you Shelly! As someone related to educators and a Mom grateful for the wonderful educators in the life of each child...I know you have earned your wings and bragging rights to be a part of that conference. I'm wishing warm breezes and sunny days for you and your comrades in arms!

    Hugs~

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 12:34 PM

      Sush: Thank you, my friend! it is warm and sunny there today, so I hope it holds up for the rest of the week!

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  5. Shady Del KnightFebruary 13, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    You're a real trouper, Shelly! Stiff upper lip and all that rot! (LOL) Stay safe. Have fun. I'll miss you! (I read your romantic story on Crystal's and found it very touching.)

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 12:36 PM

      Shady: Thank you, my friend! Someone has to do these tough jobs and I don't mind making that sacrifice. Not at all! And thank you for the comment about the romantic story- my hubby still finds ways to surprise me, even after all these years!

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 13, 2012 at 1:36 PM

    Hi Shelly, Enjoy your time away and don't work too hard ^_^
    Have a great week!

    Eva

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 2:33 PM

      Eva: I feel so blessed to get to go to this- thank you!

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  7. Marsha YoungFebruary 13, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    And GOOD FOR YOU, SHELLY! We are so glad for you to have this opportunity. ENJOY!!!

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 4:24 PM

      Marsha: Thank you! I'm really looking forward to it!

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  8. PearlFebruary 13, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    Don't forget about us, Shelly!!

    Pearl

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 4:25 PM

      Pearl: I'll pick up a sand dollar for ya-

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  9. Sweet TeaFebruary 13, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    What a trooper you are, Shelley.
    Try to have a good time. *snicker

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 4:26 PM

      Sweet Tea: I don't want to have too good a time because then they might not let me go back!

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  10. karenFebruary 13, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    Now that's a conference I could enjoy going to! I mostly get invited to ones in places like Minneapolis or Scottsdale. Of course I already live on the West Coast so I'm jaded. Have a great time, both spiritually being surrounded by the beauty, and intellectually from the information learned.

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  11. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    karen: I would listen to a seminar on how to change the muffler on a diesel engine if I got to enjoy scenery like this. Thank you!

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  12. Jennifer February 13, 2012 at 5:43 PM

    Have fun! Those photos look so inviting. We'll look forward to your return to blogland. :)

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 5:45 PM

      Jenn June: Thank you- I know the time is going to pass quickly!

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  13. UnknownFebruary 13, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    Oh how wonderful! We will miss you but have a fantastic time~
    XO

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 6:50 PM

      Jenny: Thank you! I hope to bring back some great pics!

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  14. UnknownFebruary 13, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    Well my sweet friend Linda & I just got back from our weekend in Wilmington and saw many beautiful sights and had a really great time so I wish the same for you. Hopefully it will be warm for you instead of frigid like it was for us.
    Of course we will be expecting some great pictures from your adventure. Have fun.

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  15. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Odie: It is supposed to be in the low 70's, which will be frigid enough for me! And yes, I hope to get some good pictures to share when I get back~

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  16. BelleFebruary 13, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    Have a wonderful time, Shelly. Enjoy the ocean breezes and the sound of the waves and gulls. God bless.

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    1. ShellyFebruary 13, 2012 at 9:00 PM

      Belle: Thank you! I wish I could send some of those salty air breezes to you~

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  17. Crystal PistolFebruary 13, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    Awww. Poor baby! How ever will you cope with all of the majesty of the ocean?

    I'm soooo jealous!!! Have fun!!! :)

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    1. ShellyFebruary 14, 2012 at 4:40 AM

      Crystal: I can't wait to put my toes in that sand! Errr...meeting room!

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  18. Missed PeriodsFebruary 14, 2012 at 1:55 AM

    No, please. I don't want you to have to endure all of that. I'll go. No, I insist.

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    1. ShellyFebruary 14, 2012 at 4:41 AM

      Missed Periods: Your sense of self sacrifice truly moves me. :)

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  19. SouthhamsdarlingFebruary 14, 2012 at 2:05 PM

    What lovely views you're going to have, and how wonderful to be able to run along the beach! See you when you get back. Look after yourself until then.

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    1. ShellyFebruary 14, 2012 at 2:29 PM

      Thisisme: I've so been looking forward to one of those early morning beach runs! Thanks you~

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  20. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)February 14, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Awwwww, squeeze some of that warm sand between your toes for me...'K'??? We're under six inches of snow here.

    God bless ya, have fun at the conference and a great Valentine's day too!!! :o)

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    1. ShellyFebruary 14, 2012 at 7:55 PM

      Nezzy: Bless your heart- I will squeeze some sand for you!

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  21. Chatty CroneFebruary 14, 2012 at 8:01 PM

    Hoping you are having a nice Valentine's Day - away. sandie

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  22. orchid0324February 16, 2012 at 3:07 AM

    Dearest Shelley,
    What a gorgeous place you are now♡♡♡
    I hope you are having wonderful time there, my friend!!!
    We all are waiting for you to be back♪♪♪

    Sorry for my belated comment and Love you always, xoxo Miyako*

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  23. momto8February 16, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    lucky you!! have fun!

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  24. UnknownFebruary 16, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    What a rough life. I'll say a prayer for you. :)

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  25. ♥●• İzdihër •●♥February 18, 2012 at 6:05 AM

    Hope you have good time.
    Did you check I gave you an award

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    1. ShellyFebruary 19, 2012 at 5:51 PM

      izdiher: Thank you! And, thank you so much for the award! That truly makes me smile!

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  26. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    Love the shot of the sailboat....have a wonderful time and know you will be missed ...hurry "home"....wink wink

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  27. ShellyFebruary 21, 2012 at 9:00 AM

    Rhonda: Thanks!

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