It's all over. Wait, no, it's just beginning.

Yesterday marked the end of a very long, tiring, fun, exciting week for me. This last week we held tryouts for next year's squad. Turn out to our first meet was pleasantly surprising. We had a lot of interest in the squad this year. We held workshops all week where this year's Seniors taught material to be performed for judges. Everything ran really smooth and after a long day of judging and tabulation yesterday, we now have a Varsity and a JV squad! I'm so very excited for what next year holds, but sad that my first year as a cheerleading coach is coming to and end. It'll be sad to see our Seniors go. Thanks to the judges and to Wendy! The whole process went well and I owe it to you!

2009-2010 cheerleaders
2008-2009 Captain - she did so much to help this week!

Things to come...

I've been feeling the urge to be creative lately.



Not to mention, my new sewing machine hasn't had a real good breaking in yet...

O’Neill Kanga Scarf

Every Aussie was kanga-rooting for tie-dye to make this O'Neill Kanga Scarf. Lightweight scarf features tassel trim and logo embroidery. About 80” in length, 100% viscose. $19.50. Buy here.

Breezy Bathmat

Treat yourself to a slice of summer every time you wiggle your toes atop these sky-blue and sunshine-yellow tufts of this Breezy Bathmat. Made of cotton. Machine wash. 34"L, 21"W. $38. Buy here.

Glass Teardrop Table Lamp

Easy, artistic and elegant, creative tones of colored glass give this Glass Teardrop Table Lamp its distinctive twist, making it fun to decorate a funky loft studio or a laidback family living space. A clean white shade balances the look to bridge the modern and the traditional. Features an on/off socket switch. Uses a 100-watt maximum light bulb (not included). UL-listed. $112. Buy here.

Bandolino Claribel Beaded Flat Sandal

Glam up your warm-weather wardrobe with the Bandolino Claribel Beaded Flat Sandal. Its sparkling sequins and beads will stand out in the crowd whether you're at a pool-side party or taking a stroll down the beach. Free overnight shipping. $59. Buy here.

Kimono Office Organizer

These beautiful Kimono Office Organizers were created to inspire creativity and success. Covered in the sophisticated Kimono paper, these wonderfully proportioned boxes will keep your desk uncluttered and oh, so stylish. Available in two sizes. $13.50-$16.00. Buy here.

Spinnaker Area Rugs

Weatherproof Spinnaker Area Rugs woven in colorful stripes are hardy and easy to clean. Loomed in Sweden with 50% recycled plastics these rugs are Hypo Allergenic, have a warming effect on the floor, are mildew resistant, will not fade, are sunproof, and even recyclable. Available in three colors: Green, Blue, Yellow and three sizes. $95-$295. Buy here.

Bluecicles Wall Art

Bluecicles by Liz Jardine is giclee canvas printed with a textured gel finish and wrapped on a wooden frame. 72" x 36". $479.95. Buy here.

Michael Kors Turquoise-Dial Chronograph Watch

This stylish Michael Kors Turquoise-Dial Chronograph Watch is a casual chronograph watch that features a shiny goldtone round case with turquoise bezel, a turquoise dial with 3 subdials, 3-hand movement, slanted date display and a turquoise polyurethane link bracelet. $195. Buy here.

Ocean Bath Collection

Evoke the essence of the sea with the Ocean Bath Collection. This stunning collection includes a wastebasket, bath rug, shower curtain hooks, lotion dispenser, tissue holder, shower curtain, soap dish, toothbrush holder, towel set, and tumbler (each sold separately). Set features a multicolored aquatic theme. $14.99-$39.99. Buy here.