So today is the 7th Anniversary since the attacks on 9/11. I can't believe its been that long. I don't think any of us can ever write this date with out thinking about what happened for the rest of our lives...
An update on Rita's: Things are going pretty well. We've had great business and haven't even done our big grand opening! The owner is a very nice guy. He has his hands full with 4 sons and 2 businesses! I applaude the guy for making time for everything. I am a shift lead manager there and find myself working many hours each week. Two weeks ago I worked eight days in a row with out a day off. I've been more tired since starting at Rita's than I have been in months, but I enjoy the job and need the money! My boss and I are talking about a "Rita's on the Road" plan where I'll help to promote the word about this new store in the area. Many locals have never heard of Rita's since its new to the south. I have years of Rita's experience and a Communication degree, so I am really excited to get out there and use my speaking skills to promote the store and bring in more new customers!
Update on my client: The halter lesson went great! The little girl picked up very quickly and I was so excited to watch as her lightbulb went off over her head as she easily nailed the "box method" for Quarter Horse halter. She had very intelligent questions and her horse was extremely easy to work with. Tomorrow I am visiting the family again to thin, trim, and band the horse's main in traditional Quarter Horse way. She will make her trained halter debut Saturday at a local show and I will be anxiously awaiting to hear how the young girl does!
Next week is Lindsay and Jim's wedding. I can't believe how fast this summer has gone by. I know I keep saying it but seriously, it has really flown by! I feel like I just got married and moved down here, but it was already five months ago! Tony and I are leaving for home next Wednesday. I am so anxious to go home. Though I have gotten much more comfortable living here in North Carolina, I still miss my family and Pittsburgh greatly. I can't wait to see my family and my critters! Fanny took a hard fall last week in the pasture and was very stiff and sore for a few days. It was so hard for me down here so far away from her. But my mom is amazing and takes such great care of her. I'm so thankful for her and my dad taking the long trip out to Butler sometimes twice a day last week to tend to her wounds. I love my family! =)
