I hope the Rockets watch game video today and make the correct adjustments for Game 2. Last night was disappointing!

Back then, they used to give us an insert on how to make these. I guess the church assumes we should know by now! Either way, I’m adding “palm cross maker” to my resume.

We read through the gospel of Luke this morning during Palm Sunday. If you need a reminder that you’re loved beyond reason, go ahead and pick any gospel the New Testament.

Nothing hurts my Tía (aunt) heart more than one of my nieces telling me she needs me. Guess I’ll be taking a trip to Stephenville this weekend.

My cubemate brought pancakes this morning. I don't know what I did to deserve such a kind soul in my life, but I hope this man gets whatever he wants out of this life - he told me the secret ingredient is FULL FAT BUTTERMILK.

UH Cougars just didn’t have it tonight. Still proud of them for making it this far.

Such a heartbreaking loss for my alumni. I really hope Sampson returns for another season.

Houston Cougars are going to the Championship on Monday night! “Don’t sleep on Houston” - Coach Sampson This team is so fun to watch.

When the world is heavy, I feel him say “Come on, I’ve been waiting for you.”

Houston Cougars are going to San Antonio!! 7th Final Four!! 34th win!!

Today is the day!! Opening Day 2025.

It really is torture when you can’t smell anything. I loathe having a runny nose.

Sinusitis, Bronchitis, low grade fever, and double ear infections. I love this for me.

Epic season! Rookie year is complete for Horticulture Committee and Western Art Committee. See y’all in 2026!

And with that, the 2025 Houston Rodeo season is over. Thank God! This girl is exhausted and sick.

I’m having the time of my life even though I’m exhausted and need a long nap. Nine (9) years and this has been the best year ever!!

The winning art painting sold for $276,000. New record for Houston Rodeo!

The student was tending to her lamb (or animal) the day these needed to be submitted. Her mom brought in her project, and it was over the weight limit. Mom worked on it for 30-45 min trying to bring down the weight. The daughter was distraught calling and texting her. I get it, she wanted

Anyone who schedules an update meeting in the middle of lunch (11:30-12:30PM) will receive an automatic decline from me. There’s plenty of time in the morning and afternoon. If not, send an email.

Praying the Rosary in Spanish is the hardest spiritual Lent challenge I’ve ever done. I’ve memorized a few prayers already, but it’s definitely taking time and testing my patience. The weird thing is that I knew all of these when I was a kid.

Talked to my nieces tonight. Both are sick but still wanted to catchup. It’s my honor to listen to finance questions, worries about their friends, and their futures/ideas. But, when they talk to me about their faith, I’m in awe. They are God-fearing women. I’m so proud.

Rockets got the W tonight!

TV show review - “Paradise” feels too realistic therefore it was intense the whole season. - I’m still wrestling with “Severance”. The religious turn wasn’t something I saw coming. - “Matlock” hands down, I love it! - “Doc” was a lot less Grey’s Anatomy and more willpower of a woman.

Volunteering and having fellowship during rodeo season is great! This is the only time I really come out of my shell and network. We all have jobs and families away from here, but we love giving back to our community. There’s something so special about that kinda bond.

Today was the Rodeo Cup with the Horticulture committee. The students had 2 - 45 minute sessions to assemble a wreathe and then a center piece to match it. The challenge was they didn’t get the see the wreathe after the center piece was taken away. Top 20 finishers advanced.

Y’all - I can’t tell you how faithfully I prayed over a situation for the last 6 months. I mean, the Lord and I went rounds. Today, He provided and what a bountiful blessing it is. I am rejoicing and proclaiming: My God, my God. Thank you. You are so, so good.

Posting to come back to this in 46 days. 47 Apostles' Creed 282 Our Father 282 Glory Be 2491 Hail Marys 47 Hail, Holy Queens

Stayed up way too late watching Reba perform at the rodeo last night. Took a nap for 4 hours and worked a 10+ hour day. This girl is going to bed, but I wanted go leave you with this video. For 69 years young, Reba’s still got it!!

Ash Wednesday. "Give me back the joy of your salvation, and a willing spirit to sustain in me. O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall proclaim your praise." (Psalm 51: 12, 15)

It's #ShroveTuesday! I'm heading to confession followed by some delicious pancakes for lunch today.

Dolly Parton’s husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, has died at the age of 82.

My heart can’t fathom what Dolly must be going through tonight. She is a faithful woman, but 60 years being with her man, when she wakes tomorrow he won’t be there. No words. May Carl Dean rest with the Lord, and may God continue to bless Dolly until they reunite on the other side of the veil.

Today was my first shift for Horticulture Committee: Miniscapes. These students had 5 hours to bring their own props and flowers into the comp to make a design. There’s some seriously talented kiddos in floral design! Here’s a few from the kids I was monitoring. @houstonrodeo.bsky.social

Steel Magnolias will always be one of my favorite films.

Go Texan Day! The weather was beautiful and the community really showed up to learn about @houstonrodeo.bsky.social!!

Not the outcome I wanted, but I love both teams so much. I was happy to see Amen get his defensive player of the month award. It was also awesome watching Castle close up. He dunked it a few times!

I’m going to be out way too late on a school night, but this just might be worth it. Spurs are in town!! Go Spurs Go (without Wemby)

In other news, I’m really excited about seeing one of my favorite 90’s country artist perform (and possible meet and greet) on Saturday at cook off. Mr Keeper of the Stars himself, Tracy Byrd! I’ve been listening to his music all week in preparation. I love rodeo season!

Spurs and Rockets both play at 7pm, Mavs play at 9pm. I’m not making it. I’m way too exhausted for a Tuesday.

I'm catching up with my BIY and Jeff Cavins explained the meaning behind these Hebrew words "Shema Yisrael, Adonai Eloheinu, Adonai Echad". Translation "Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one."(Deut.6:4) These words will stay with me forever. I mean it.

It's Monday morning, why are people already doing so much? It's a marathon, not a sprint.

Setting up rodeo decor should be an Olympic sport. My body feels like it was run over by a Mack truck.

Decisions were made by many walking into El Bolillo Bakery today. They are so friendly and welcoming. I will definitely return for more fresh homemade tortillas. So good!

Severance + Christianity collided today. This episode came from left field and I’m still hooked to this show. I wish the whole season was released at once. The waiting game isn’t for me.

First official decorating shift for Western Art Committee is completed. I love these cases that honor Brooks & Dunn and Alabama. I also love this group of people and the fun we had! Stockman’s Room is decked out with 90’s Country artists and ready for @houstonrodeo.bsky.social!

Just break my heart. Praying for him to have a speedy recovery. I can’t imagine the amount of pain he must have today.

Spurs are back tonight! That all-star break was too long.

Never imagined that this line from a movie would become a legitimate question in my adulthood: “I know you can be overwhelmed, and you can be underwhelmed, but can you ever just be whelmed?” (10 Things I Hate About You) At this moment, I’m just whelmed …but it’s only 9:15.

All I’m going to say is that it pays to know your HR rep! She gave me the best news today that is a complete game changer for me.

Writing in my Prayer Journal last night: "Lord, let me be positive at work and be an influence for innovative creativity." Reality: Servers are reaching max bandwidth, Business users are in an uproar, databases can't keep up with basic functionality. Everything's fine.