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it’s here!

the in-between

Today’s focus: crowd control, buying time, keeping somewhat of a learning atmosphere, etc… Translation = The day before Winter Break is finally over!!

my favorite people

the in-between

This weekend was filled with a blank calendar, cookie making, & birthday celebrations. Tony and I decided this past weekend was going to be “Tony & Kaylee” weekend. We were going to stay in and make cookies on Friday night, clean our house Saturday, and host a double birthday celebration for my mom and sister…

teaching tip tuesday: keep your students discussing

the in-between

Today was one of those days. No, my students weren’t bouncing off the walls in anticipation of winter break; they were completely silent. I hate it when this happens. I hate being the awkward voice in the room, pulling teeth for a raised hand. I haven’t been teaching long enough to feel completely comfortable with…

saturday anxieties & projects

wellness

I finally feel caught up with life. My grade book is updated, my plans and lesson are set for next week, (testing on a class novel and it’s the week leading into Winter break, ’nuff said), my house is somewhat clean, and I have most of my Christmas shopping done. Yesterday morning I got up,…

on tuesdays, i give teaching tips

the in-between

I want to start something new on Tuesdays. My profession as a teacher isn’t just a job for me; it is one of my passions. I think of myself as extremely lucky. When I get to work in the morning, I am so happy. Yes, there are mornings where I need some caffeine before I…

a week in the life..

the in-between

Where has the time gone? Thanksgiving has come and gone & now Christmas is quickly approaching. Between holiday parties, a couple family birthdays, and all other events to celebrate, 2015 is going to knocking on our door shortly. A week in the life is needed during the month December. Things move too fast. So here…

oncology & fertility preservation

cancer

The big appointments came this week, so wordless Wednesday will have to wait. Oncology: CLEAR SCANS! The sleepless nights are over – at least for six months. I met with Dr. T again, and again she was amazing. She always knows what to say. We discussed unusual spikes she saw in my levels – my…

writing through it

cancer

Well, it’s that time of year. The time of year when my stomach starts turning into knots, I snap at people easily, & I don’t sleep. It’s the time of year Bon Iver is heard in my classroom, when I relax at home, and when I blog. It’s the time of year when I cry…

a day in the life

the in-between

A typical day consists of multiple activities. Today, for example, a wonderful Sunday, is no exception. Today was one of the first days that I had absolutely NO PLANS. Since mid-July there has been an event on the calendar every weekend; from weddings, engagement parties, showers – baby & wedding – reunions, family birthdays, etc……

staying thankful

the in-between

This month I have made it a goal to stay thankful. A couple times over the past few weeks I had to stop and think, “what am I doing?” A couple times I got caught up being negative at work, a couple times I got catty right along with my girlfriends, a couple times I…