Tennessee Update...

All is well in Tennessee! I was in Arkansas this past weekend to see Kate. She is beautiful and such a good baby.

I'm still loving my job and enjoying exploring a new area. I move into my apartment this weekend. I officially have the apartment tomorrow. I'm excited! I'm looking forward to having all my stuff here. The POD with all my stuff arrives on Friday.

This is a little funny. When I'm out and about in Tennessee. I think I see people I know everywhere. I see someone and think to myself...that's so and so. Then my next thought is crazy you are in Tennessee and they live in Arkansas that can't be them.

I also thought I saw Kenny Chesney at lunch on Friday...false alarm...I was so disappointed.

A big THANK YOU to The Andersons I've been crashing at their house for the past few weeks and I have enjoyed it. When I get home at night dinner is ready...I don't know what I'm going to do when I move into my apartment. Again thank you so much to Josh, Jessica, Emery Jai and Guice for making me feel so welcomed!

Welcome Kate Condray...

Congratulations

Paige & Cary

on the addition of

Kate to your family!

(See you guys on Saturday! I can't wait!)

25 Things You Might Not Know About Me...

1. I was in the FFA in high school.

2. I was on the meat judging team when I was in the FFA.

3. I wore the blue corduroy FFA jacket...yes I have pictures.

4. One of my favorite things in the world is Vacation Bible School.

5. I worked at McDonald's when I was in high school.

6. I went to college in Morrilton, Russellville and Conway.

7. I have college degrees from Petit Jean College and Central Baptist College.

8. I love road trips....as long as I don't have to drive.

9. I didn't fly on an airplane until I was in my 20s.

10. My favorite vacation was my trip to Hawaii...I know so many of you are surprised.

11. I had never lived outside of Arkansas until a week ago.

12. I have always wanted a tattoo.

13. One of my all time favorite movies is Lonesome Dove.

14. I love the ocean.

15. My favorite author is Nicholas Sparks. I've read everything he has written.

16. I'm super afraid of heights but would love to sky dive...go figure.

17. I'm not a fan of people dressed up like things...i.e. Barney, Easter Bunny or any other animal.

18. I'm afraid of birds and squirrels.

19. One time I got an entire package of Starbursts in my mouth...AMAZING I know.

20. I collect Coca-Cola stuff.

21. My favorite restaurant is Brave New in Little Rock.

22. I get lost almost every time I drive to a new place...sometimes even if I know where I'm going.

23. I'm addicted to my blackberry.

24. I would prefer to be barefoot.

25. I can't whistle.

Okay Nicole here you go! Now it is someone else's turn to post. What are your 25 things?

First Two Days...

Well things are going great! I really like my job and all the people that I work with at Premiere Speakers. I think it is going to be lots of fun.My new job title is Advance Guru. I take care of all the logistics for speakers when they are scheduled to speak at a meeting or conference!

I'm staying with The Andersons right now. It is about a 30-35 minute drive into Franklin..that's with traffic. So it isn't too bad at all.Compared to the drive from Conway to Little Rock...my current commute is NOTHING! I drove from Conway to Little Rock for 5 years..I can do this commute for a few weeks.

I'm looking forward to exploring Franklin a little bit more and deciding exactly where I'm going to live in Franklin.

My Thoughts On Moving...

I've been thinking a lot about moving and what I think about the move. I know people move away from their home state or town all the time and never think twice about it. It is a big deal for me. I'm so excited and nervous all at the same time.

• I'm looking forward to learning about a new city.
• I'm excited about finding a new place to live.
• I'm excited to work at Premiere Speakers Bureau.
• I'm excited about meeting new people.
• I'm nervous about all the same things I'm excited about.

I thank you all so much for your thoughts, prayers and well wishes!

Packing Update...

I'm moving right along on the packing. Things are going good. One thing I do know I have too much stuff. The movers will be here on Thursday! I will have it all done by then. I should really have it all done tomorrow.

I'm leaving on Saturday for Tennessee! I'm excited!

Packing...

Well the packing has started! I'm not a fan. The last few days I have done just about everything else BUT pack (my mom is so proud). I've thought of people I need to see before I move to Tennessee. I have volunteered my time at the new Huckabee office. I did make progress this afternoon. I have boxes and newspapers. Maybe tomorrow is the day. Seven boxes down about 50 more to go...