Wonderland in 1st Grade

Monday, February 16, 2009

7 Things About Me


I've been tagged by Mrs. Phillips to tell you 7 things you might not know about me
Here we go:
1) I absolutely LOVE to dance! Put on a good song, start a line dance and I will be the first on the dance floor. The electric slide is one of my favorites!
2) I love watching NFL football on Sundays after church. My family knows that after our Sunday routine, during football season it’s all about football for me. That is the only thing I want showing on ALL the TV’S in our house.
3) Since we are on the subject I should let you know that The Miami Dolphins are my favorite football team. I grew up in Miami and after church on Sundays my mother was crazy for football. Hmm could that be where my love came from? As a matter of fact I love everything Miami; Miami Heat, Miami Hurricanes and the Florida Marlins. Yeah, I know the FL Marlins — that’s not Miami but they are from Miami or something like that.
4) Some of you may already know that I am a former NFL cheerleader for the Miami Dolphins. I cheered for 2 years; seasons 1984 and 1985. Most NFL cheerleaders do not travel with the team unless they make it to the Super bowl. Well, we made it! On January 20, 1985 The Miami Dolphins and the San Francisco 49ers played in Super bowl XIX. I cheered at that game. It was an incredible experience even though we lost to San Francisco. The final score was 49ers 38, Miami 16. During my 2 seasons, we were sponsored by Burger King. We had to wear Rhinestone tiaras with a huge Burger King sticker in the front. Some people referred to us as the Burger Queens. Ha ha! It was a life changing experience!
5) Did you know that I am the 3rd oldest of 7 children that I actually grew up with in the same house? Yes it’s true I have an older sister, brother, 2 younger brothers and 2 younger sisters along with 5 stepbrothers and 2 stepsisters. We usually all get together every Thanksgiving; it’s an 8 year tradition and gets better each year! Referring back to #1 my family knows how much I love to dance. We usually get a dance going and I employ all my nieces and nephews to teach me the latest dance moves. Hanging out with my family is LOUD and nonstop laughter!
6) I have been married for 21 years. My husband played 10 years with the Miami Dolphins. Our first child was born during football season. All the players were required to stay at the team hotel the night before the game. Of course that would be the night that I would begin major labor pains. Paul rushed back home before day and we made it to the hospital in plenty of time before his am team meeting. Our son was born at 9:12 am and Paul had to be at his meeting by 11:00 am. The birth of our 1st child was National news. The Miami Dolphins were playing the Cincinnati Bengals. We also have a daughter. I’m so blessed!
7) I am a lover of LIFE! I believe that Jesus Christ is my Savior. I am very active with our Children’s Ministry at the church I attend. I am in the ministry of empowering children through Christ to be productive citizens in our society. Well there you have it! 7 things you might not have know about me.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Mrs. Lankford and Mrs. Ossi,
My name is Nancy Nettuno and I am Melina Galouzis grandmother. Are you aware of the scholarships available from Kohl's for children in 6-12 age group? I am grant chairman for Magnolia Point Women's Club and can send you info on this and would be happy to help write an application for a student if you have someone eligible. They are looking for children who do good citizenship deeds. email me at gln@bellsouth.net if you are interested.

Nancy 529-7577

Anonymous said...

Who knew????

I loved the photo of the coach wearing the t-shirt with "It'a a boy!" written on the back. Too cute!

Dee Dee

Anonymous said...

That was fun reading about you! Here are seven things that I know about you!
1. You get more hugs from kids than any other teacher, including me!
2. You are passionate about the things you teach (MATH!).
3. Your kids have a great mom!
4. Your school office looks like a scene from the "Odd Couple".
5. You are the epitome of the word POSITIVE.
6. You look way beeter than me, and we are the same age, not right!
7. CCE is blessed to have you!

Peace

Anonymous said...

One thing I know for sure, the kids in your class are going to remember you as one of their favorite teachers when they look back on their childhood. THANKS SO MUCH!!

Bonnie & Amelia's mom
Daphne

P.S. I feel the same way about Mrs. Ossi