Sunday, March 18, 2012

Ides Of March

March is halfway over and I can't believe it!  New things lately:

One of my most treasured friends of all time is getting married!  Kelly & I have been friends since the 5th grade {and by friend I mean we started as ememy's and clearly we were the same person so we became besties}.
kelly + sarah circa 2007
Another big change includes my other half / partner in crime / bff / co-anchor moving to Rochester, NY for a job!  Although this is a huge step in her career, I'm going to miss her terribly.


Pittsburgh Ringing in 2012


Danielle Cotterman is my new co-anchor and we're having a great time getting to know one another too!


While this is a shallow post, I'll be back to share more shortly.  Have a great Sabbath! 

Friday, January 13, 2012

Life Lately {Nov-Jan}

Despite my blogosphere hiatis, I still in fact exist!

As a kid, I remember always hearing grown ups in small talk saying how fast the holidays fly by.  I guess it really wasn't small talk at all.  It felt like Halloween & New Years were about a week apart.

Things lately:
I got a new iphone! Whew! I'm pretty sure someone could run the world with this beast.  I havent even fully engaged everything the phone can do, but I'm slowly learning.  I did not hesitate to get a adorable phone cover though.

I was also able to go home for Thanksgiving..  I spent a lot of my time with family and it was wonderful :) So thankful for them.  This is a pic of my cousins daughter.  Seriously such a doll!

Before I knew it, Christmas was here!  This was our cheerful holiday set at work...

Christmas trip home, I got a little of everyone in.. 

The fam:
The Grandma:

The best friends:




To start off the new year, I made the trek east to Pittsburgh and spent it with my other half:
All in all, things have been going pretty alright.  Adjusting to the new temperatures, and had my first experience driving icy roads today, and survived.

Hitting the slopes tomorrow with a youth group from Florida -- heading out to Beckley, West Virginia! Woo!


I'll definitely have some fun posts to follow after this weekend! Cheers!

Friday, October 28, 2011

Fill-In-The-Blank-FRIDAY

1. When I was a kid I wanted to be a scientist when I grew up.

2. As an adult, my dream job would be a Meteorologist. No, really, I LOVE my job.  If I had to choose something different, it would be to own & run my monogram shop!

3. When I was younger I wanted to be just like my cousin Katie.  Living < 7 minutes away; we were basically inseparable.

4. The childhood Halloween costume that I remember most was when I was a cheerleader!! I can remember going to high school football games with my big brother and still wanting to wear my uniform!

5. My favorite childhood toy was my Barbie Jeep. I thought I ruled the world driving around in my backyard with that thing. I also had a play house which only contributed to my imagination of being a big kid.

6. I got into the biggest amount of trouble when I was a kid when I would fight with my brother. So MANY time outs. I'm pretty sure a third of my childhood I was in time out, a third was fighting with my brother, and the last third plotting my revenge on my brother. poor kid.

7. I get daily inspiration from my friends.  Distance really does make the heart grow fonder.  So blessed for  every single friendship that I have :)

TGIF Y'all!  Have a great weekend - I'm off to Pittsburgh for Halloween!!! 

Thursday, October 27, 2011

Friday, October 21, 2011

Fill-In-The-Blank-Friday

1.  Nothing says fall like the smell and taste of cinnamon.
 
2.  My favorite autumnal tradition is carving pumpkins.  But not just in general, it's right after you cut the top, and get to stick your hands inside all the guts and pull out the seeds.  Sounds raunchy but it's really my favorite part. 

3.  My favorite fall treat is candy corn.  I've already bought some, but trying to resist at all costs. I know they arn't good for my chompers, but not eating these sinful little clumps of sugar is much easier said than done.  

4.  Fall makes me think of comfort.  With combination of seeing more family, cozy sweaters, bonfires, my Northface, and warm colors- it really boils down to all things pleasant.

5.  My go-to outfit in the fall is anything with fleece.  I'd like to think I look cute with tights and boots and preppy skirts, but not always the case.  I'm a work in progress as far as fashion goes.  My favorite pair of jeans, long-sleeve shirt, and a fleece sweater is what you'll most likely find me in. 

6.  My favorite fall holiday is Thanksgiving.  The food, the parade, my family and giving thanks are all so special! It also means the next day all things Christmas are socially acceptable. 

Have a great fall weekend y'all!  

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Zoo In Zanesville & Potential Roommate

If you happened to watch ANY news yesterday, you probably heard about the exotic animal outbreak in Zanesville, Ohio.  Literally the newsroom was a riot.  I was playing step-in reporter and answering phone calls from all over the place. Boston, Chicago, Canada, & New Zealand: just to name a few.  This was one of the LEAD stories worldwide!  Animals included lions, bears, mountain lions, monkeys, & wolves. The man also had nearly an eighth of all Siberian tigers in the world in his backyard, that sadly had to be killed. This is really causing a big stir with "animal lovers" and I'll admit it's a very tragic story;  but what ignoramuses aren't taking into consideration is the safety of the public.  Can you imagine this guy greeting your kids at the bus stop?



The hype was so much fun.  The stress, excitement, and urgency to get the information to the public was so exhilarating.  This may not be very accurate but I feel like this story gave me taste of what it's like doing national news- and needless to say I'm hooked.

In other animal news, I'm thinking about getting a puppy.  And when I say thinking, I've been thinking for about a year.  I'm in one place, my appartment allows pets, I have a lot of free time, & I think it would be nice to come home to something.  I've been reading articles on pet ownership, the demands,  responsibilities, and even long term planning (how puppies turn into dogs, etc.).  I think I'm going to stick with the Labrador Retriever breed, preferably black, but maybe chocolate.  Goody-goody-gumdrops I'm so excited!!! The only thing in the back of my head is taking him out for potty breaks and exercise in the snowy-wintery Ohio weather.  Anyone ever live up North, in the winter, with a dog?

Although this is a Golden Retriever, I don't think I'd be able to turn down any pups covered in powdery snow :-)

Monday, October 17, 2011

...Eventually.

Despite the wonderful temperatures and beautiful changing leaves around Zanesville, I must admit I'm terribly homesick.  Living alone is a very hard thing to do when you're a people-person.  I don't know if anyone even reads this thing, but if you are, I encourage you to be thankful for your home life. Appreciate coming home to an occupied home.  


Thursday, October 13, 2011

Studio Mishaps, Jack & Seuss

So many funny things have been going down in the studio.

Wednesday during our close we did a story on a parrot that likes to ride around on a dogs back. It's our fun-light-hearted-happy-news story. Following, Ashley and I talk about the story and give our 2 cents... I proceed to mention how I was on the market for a new puppy. Big mistake. I have a lady now that keeps sending me pictures and calling the newsroom trying to get me to adopt her dog. I guess people actually DO watch our Sunrise show...

Today just moments before I go on air- something falls from the ceiling out of the corner of my eye. My heart skips a beat.
"Please Lord don't let that be a bug..."
Sure Enough, an 8 legged MONSTER tried to make it's debut on "Sunrise in Southeast Ohio".
I jumped out of my skin, and camera man Jeeves saves the day literally hundredths of a second before going live. That would've either catapulted my career by going viral on YouTube. Or ruined it.

In other news,...
I got a new job! [Part-time that is] I'm officially a server at Jack Havanas "A Wing Revolution"

It's in a somewhat sketchy, yet somewhat neat, and somewhat historic part of town but I'm really excited. It's going to be mainly on the weekends for some extra fly-home shopping money. So grateful for this opportunity to get to know the town a little better and meet new people!

Going to leave you with a little reminder from the best::


Love the Doc :-) ... Happy Thursday Y'all!

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Monday, October 10, 2011

Week's End

Wow! This weekend passed in record timing, but it was a great one indeed.

Friday night included a bonfire, campsite, and coyote hunting. Yes, coyote hunting. This girly-girl bit the bullet, painted the face, wore camouflage, and was one with the locals. The moon was very bright, so that helped my fear of darkness, and I went along with people who've done it numerous times before.


Although ending the night empty-handed..(PRAISE GOD)...it was pretty fun, and before the sun set I was able to be surrounded by trees changing colors!


I can honestly say I've fallen in love with the all-too-unfamiliar season "Autumn". Sorry Mom & Dad, but looks like you won't be bringing this girl back into the bland southeast anytime soon.


Saturday was spent the only way it should be in the fall: filled with football! Despite the tragic loss in Winston Salem, the hype was fun while it lasted. Now we're the laughing stock of the top 25 polls. But what'evs, I'm over it. I must say the healing process is a lot easier when you aren't surrounded by the others wounded.

God was extra good to the Ohio Valley this past Sabbath - the sun was so bright and temperatures very comfortable. Spent the afternoon converting a Ohio State fan to a 'Nole was also pretty awesome. Granted she's 5, I'll take what I can get... it just warmed my heart having someone to do the CHOP with!

Rules for Life!

Stumbled across these great rules for life.

1. Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk.

2. When you lose, don’t lose the lesson.

3. Follow the three Rs:
-Respect for self
-Respect for others
-Responsibility for all your actions.

4. Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful blessing.

5. Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly.

6. Don’t let a little dispute injure a great friendship.

7. When you realize you’ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.

8. Spend some time alone every day.

9. Open your arms to change, but don’t let go of your values.

10. Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.

11. Live a good, honorable life. When you get older and think back, you’ll be able to enjoy it a second time.

12. A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life.

13. In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation. Don’t bring up the past.

14. Share your knowledge. It’s a way to achieve immortality.

15. Be gentle with the earth.

16. Once a year, go someplace you’ve never been before.

17. Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

18. Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Purpose.

Treated myself to a lazy afternoon, and came across this statement in a sermon by David Platt:

The purpose of my life as a Christian is to advance the Gospel to the ends of the earth.

Such a great reminder to put things into perspective for a mid-week thought.

Friday, September 23, 2011

Fall + Friday = Happy Girl

1. The best thing I did all week... included officially learning to drive a tractor.


2. Black Lab puppies ...make me super happy.


3. Pets are... considered family.


4. Hope in  Christ  ...is the best thing about my life.


5. With the cooler weather I am looking forward to... an actual winter wardrobe, and leaves changing colors. 


6. Something that's on my "wish list" right now is a... iPhone - I think I'm ready to make the switch.


7. This weekend I am going to be... missing my family, and watching my 'Noles take on the Clemson Tigers. 

Friday, September 16, 2011

Fill-In-The-Blank Friday

After ONE month at my big-girl-career-job TGIF really does take on a new meaning. Luckily, I love my job, and people I work with, therefore, the only complaint is lack of sleep, which is my fault. I've been doing some major blog hunting and found some true gems. the little things we do had a post called "fill in the blank Fridays" I think this a great tradiation to start :)

...You should always take time to listen more and talk less...
...Babies make the world a happier place to be ...
...I can hardly wait for PTO...
...Sunday is my favorite day of the week...
...Something totally dumb and ridiculous that I love is Phineas and Ferb (I remind myself of Candace)...
...If I could, I would visit Europe again annually...
...I rather like breakfast for dinner....

Friday, September 9, 2011

Thursday, September 8, 2011

Truth

Blog Makeover

After giving my blog a facelift - I decided the name, "Sunny With A High Of 75" only represented a part of who I am, instead of the WHOLE me.. if that makes sense. If you've seen my style, been to one of my 6 apartments or bedrooms, you would know that I love simplicity. I think less is more in a lot of situations. "Simply Sarah" is the new name--short & sweet.. & simple..

Saturday, August 27, 2011

Zanesville, OH.

Although I haven't quit entered into the social scene of this town, I can honestly say it is better than I expected.



This is a photo of the downtown area (click and it gets better). I really like this picture best because you can see the trees in the back with all the fall colors. I can't wait for the tree's here to start changing colors!!! Seriously, one of my favorite things of all time are autumn's browns, reds and yellows.

I really really love my job so far. It's just so fun, and I know it's fun because the time flies by. Dispite waking up at 2:15am, which forces me to go to bed by 7:30pm, it's great.

"I'm so blessed" is one of the cheesiest sayings of all time. But I just can't help it. All of the encouraging phone calls, texts, and Facebook comments are, at some points, the only thing that keep me from home-sick-ness-tears. Living alone is something that I've underestimated. But thankfully, I always have a friend just a phone call away.

The church search continues tomorrow, wish me luck!


Saturday, August 20, 2011

Summer 2011??

Although I've been MIA for the entire summer, so much has happened.

In April I finally graduated from Florida State. This means I'm an official Meteorologist! The family and my bff Ali came up and it was just a grand ole' time!



Soon after graduation, I went on Summer Project with Campus Crusade for Christ to Salerno Italy. This was an unforgettable experience to say the least. I learned so much about myself and grew in my walk with the Lord. Seeing God show up on the university in Salerno was priceless, despite all the worries of support raising.


Once I returned from Italy, I dove right into the job search. After a few phone interviews with a station in California, I got rejected and was totally bummed out. A few weeks later, I got a phone call from a NBC affiliate in Zanesville, Ohio about a morning meteorologist position. Needless to say, I took the job and am now a resident of Zanesville, Ohio!! It's a small little town about an hour east of Columbus. I haven't started the job yet, but looking forward to what it's store for me here.

This was like a overload of life updates, but it's better now than never. I will try to keep up with this thing and entertain everyone with the story of a Florida girl trying to take on the mid-west!