Goodbye Uga VI

He was a DGD.

ATHENS, Ga. -- Uga VI, the beloved University of Georgia mascot, has died from congestive heart failure at his home in Savannah.

Uga will be buried in a vault in the Southwest corner of Sanford Stadium with his predecessors. Private ceremonies are expected early next week.

Uga VI became UGA's mascot in 1999. He was the son of Uga V, the only college mascot to land on the cover of Sports Illustrated.

University of Georgia Athletic Director Damon Evans called it "a sad day for the entire Bulldog nation."

helix

I've wanted to change my blog name for a LONG time now. I don't like it being named after our name. No offense if your blog is named after you, it just doesn't work for me. I've been trying to think of a new name for over a year now and I think I've finally nailed it. The current header is most likely temporary but the name is set. It's "helix." I have a few ideas for headers and perhaps I'll post them here and ask for votes.

The name comes from my favorite shop in Athens, GA. They always had the coolest gadgets, purses, dishes, computer accessories, kitchen accessories, toys, kids clothes, decor. . . I could go on and on. So, today it hit me. I was thinking about new names for the blog and looking through some old photos and SHAZAM!

half off

This week on SYTYCD I was totally disgusted with the dresses that only covered half of the girls' bodies. From one angle they were fully clothed, but from another there was nothing but a strap. Bleh! I thought it was indecent and totally distracting. I am rarely vocal about this kind of thing but I thought it was inappropriate for national television.

That said, here is a video from last year. Sabra was my fav and this is one of my fav dances.

lifestyles of the ...

Our new apartment is fully equipped with features you'd only find on Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. Would you like a tour?

Here is our home office:

Guest bedroom:

Conservatory:

Security system:

one year older and wiser too

My birthday was nice.
3 dressy scarfs
2 cool plants
2 skirts
2 shirts
new shoes
great pillow
friends
family
food
shopping
And a fabulously delicious cake.

we belong

out of commission:

new apartment = no internet access

I miss Zibby!

I miss my puppy

Dorothy was right.

There's no place like home. I poached this pic from Lola's blog. If you didn't know, it's a pic of Salem, my hometown! Isn't it lovely? It's so nice to be home.
What I missed about Utah: the mountains, the snow (not really), my family (especially the kiddies).
What I miss about Georgia: the humidity (keeps my skin nice), the green-ness, the food, the "ya'lls" and "fixin's", our friends!

parking in Savannah

"But officer, there was no sign!"

not at all homeless

We finally found an apartment! Actually, I don't think "finally" applies because it only took us a few days (not long at all!). We are really happy with how everything turned out and hopefully we'll be moving next Saturday! Wanna know where we're going to live? I'm not telling on the blog but I will share this:

Last year, Robin did a wonderful post about her street. I was so envious, but my envy is over! We're living on one of the greatest streets in America too! I'm looking forward to: old building charm, saving gas by walking to work, hardwood floors, and getting the move over with. I am missing Zibby though. He won't be able to live with us until we find a more permanent situation.

Click here to see what other streets made the list.

not really homeless

Sorry for ignoring the blog. We made it to Salt Lake and we're doing great! My new job rocks so I'm happily busy all day at work. All our stuff is in storage and we are staying with my SIL until we find an apartment. She's great for letting us stay but I'm ready for our own place.

In the meantime, you should join us at United Way of Salt Lake and LIVE UNITED.

In Vail

The tornadoes didn't get us. Phew! I think I'd have been much more terrified had I not been half asleep at the time. B would have slept through the storm if I hadn't woke him up. Take a look at our truck. We probably used less than a quarter of the space in the truck. Pretty sweet packing job I'd say. Sorry for the butt shot Mr. Roadway! Z has been doing well on the drive. His journey goes something like this: curl up on the seat, stand up, turn in 10 circles, sit down, breathe is stanky breath in our faces, put is face in the left vent, put his face in the right vent, stand up, look out the window, sit down, shed all over the car....and all over again. After all that, I still like him. We're enjoying a nice night in Vail Colorado. We did over half the drive in the first day and we could have finished it all today but decided to take it easy. We'll get some good rest and have a short drive tomorrow.

Happy Memorial Day

Hi From Kansas

We spent 17 hours in the car yesterday...hello from Tornado country! SCARY! Last night we stayed at a crappy Econolodge in a "non-smoking room." The power went off and on all night and there were howling winds and thunder.

Thats it for now. Just wanted to say Hi from the road.

flexible spending spree

Today is my last day at my current job. Two days ago I found out that I had $400 in my flexible spending account that had to be spent while I am still on the payroll! Last night, I stocked up on contacts and ordered these:

Details

I've been meaning to give more details about our move. I actually didn't think anyone cared until Katie pointed out to me that I have not shared details. Thanks for the nudge!

Here's the plan:

Wednesday May 21st: Load moving truck
Thursday May 22nd: Bonny's last day at work (AND THE SEASON PREMIER OF SYTYCD! YES!)
Friday May 23rd: Leave no later than 6 am for a long day of driving
Saturday May 24th: Drive all day
Sunday May 25th: Arrive in UT in the afternoon
Monday May 26th: Visit family/friends, leave Zibby in Salem :( , and find a place to live
Tuesday May 27th: Bonny starts new job...Brooks starts finding a job & apartment
Thursday May 29th: our stuff arrives and moved to storage in a friend's garage (Thanks CBB!)

a whale of a tale

As part of our extended graduation celebration weekend, we visited the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. Our visit was much cooler than I anticipated it being. We took tons of pictures but of all of them this one is my favorite:Here are some more of our pictures. Sorry they're bad...no flash photography allowed!

We saw large fish:

weird fish:
fish that didn't look like fish at all:

eight-armed fish:
and we even found Nemo:

We enjoyed touching the sting rays and mini sharks in the touching pool too. This is a must see attraction in Atlanta. Why didn't I study marine biology...these fish are fascinating!

And how could I not include the video of one of the whales totally putting on a show for us:

congraduationlations Brooks!

Brooks graduated Friday, May 9th. CONGRATS!

first position

Today is the first Tuesday in 8 weeks that I will not be spending 45 wonderful minutes with these sweet ballerinas. I volunteered to teach ballet to 8-10 little girls from church. We danced on the beautiful hard wood floor of the Hancock's living room. The class lasted 8 weeks and I might have gotten more out of it than the little girls. They were so precious. I'm definitely going to miss them.