10/27- There's nobody home, so I'm all alone, it's scary, and it's frightening

Weight Loss for the Week: .5lbs

Fall Break went by too quickly, and the next quarter has begun.  My students are finishing up the units we began a few weeks ago.  In Theology, we are almost done with the Gospel of Matthew, and in doing it, I have figured out how I want to balance the textbook with supplemental materials for the next three Gospels- new preps are always a learning experience for the teacher as well! In British Literature, we are finishing up Canterbury Tales, well, what we're all doing together.  They will work with a partner on one on their own (semi-assisted by me if need be) to then present to the rest of the class.

I had a nice weekend, a busy weekend.  I went to the school play (technically did this Thursday, but we'll count it as a weekend activity because it's fun), and it was great- the kids were awesome! Friday, I went to dinner and another play at Circuit Playhouse with my friend. We had a really nice night together.  Saturday, I went shopping with my mom and ended up getting Christmas decorations for my bathroom.  Well, I had my other spaces covered, and I like Christmas, and it's pretty :) I finally carved my pumpkin- I decided to try a graveyard scene. Later on, I went her and a few other women to Spooky Nights at Shelby Farms.  We did the Spooky Trail and the Nocturnal Trail.  The Spooky Trail delivered- we definitely got scared at various parts throughout the trail! Ending with the Nocturnal Trail was nice, very relaxing and educational.

Today, I went to mass and fellowship with a friend.  Then, Kerry and I caught up over lunch. I miss that girl! I did the normal Sunday to-do's of cleaning, and laundry, and preparing for the school week ahead.  I also decided to roast the pumpkin seeds leftover from the pumpkin I carved.  I have tried doing this before, and I have failed miserably.  This time, I looked up recipes on Pinterest, compared them, and decided I was ready to give it a try again.  They turned out pretty well I think. 

                                            Cat and I at the play

                                          My pumpkin

                                    Belle and I with some strange creatures

                                          Mom and I waiting for the Nocturnal Walk to begin

                                          Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Tip of the Week: Get your Halloween on! Only four more days to indulge in the Halloween spirit!

Recipe of the Week: http://www.christineiscooking.com/2012/10/how-to-roast-pumpkin-seeds-that.html?m=1

Now, to rest up for a spooktacular week!