Wondering what to write about at 9:03 pm Remembering the tiny events of the day Indecisiveness ensues Time ticks by as I contemplate a topic Eventually I’ll think of something… right? Part of Slice of Life by Two Writing Teachers March Slice a Day Challenge! I’m slicing every day this month. Thanks for stopping by
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Mindfulness is important for me and so it has become a staple in our everyday classroom routine. 20 minutes of silence (our best attempt) in a first grade classroom is extremely calming. Especially this year… my first year… in a pandemic. I always encourage the kids to really be present and ask themselves what they’re…… Continue reading Untitled
A Cheeky Thankful Thursday
In my classroom, every Thursday is “Thankful Thursday.” Many of the answers are similar from week to week while some are unique and a little cheeky… “Good morning, friends! Today is Thankful Thursday and I’m wondering what you’re thankful for today. Who would like to share?” E: “For everything.” M: “My mom and dad” C:…… Continue reading A Cheeky Thankful Thursday
Smiling Through the Pain (literally)
Today was one of those days. The kind where your headache (post-vaccine headache) won’t go away, it’s your first day back since before the shortened spring break, and everything seems to be going wrong. I decided to write down quotes from my students that made me smile and now as I write this slice, I…… Continue reading Smiling Through the Pain (literally)
Adulting is Hard
Adulting is hard I’ve been renting an apartment with my boyfriend for over 5 years now but we are ready to take the next step. We’ve been house hunting for a month or so now and WOW is it taxing… who knew it could be so emotional? Adulting is hard. Speaking of my boyfriend… the…… Continue reading Adulting is Hard
Vaccination Day
11:25: I’m fifteen minutes early- perfect 11:27: *goes through a maze of hallways to get to the vaccination site* 11:28: “If you follow me, I’ll take you to where you’ll get your vaccine.” *heart starts to race* 11:30: “Have a seat at Table D. She will take care of you.” *adrenaline starts running through my…… Continue reading Vaccination Day
Ready for the Finish Line
Getting my vaccination today made me think about the timeline of the pandemic so far… about a year ago all of this started. Today, I feel like we are closer to the finish line. Part of Slice of Life by Two Writing Teachers March Slice a Day Challenge! I’m slicing every day this month. Thanks…… Continue reading Ready for the Finish Line
A Light Snack: A 6 Word Poem
Finding joy in the little things
Part of Your World
Mingus likes to hang out on our balcony and stare in the window. He’s seldom left our apartment, so being outside is miraculous to him. He inspired my slice today as I questioned what must be going through his mind on the outside looking in… Look at this stuff. Isn’t it neat? Wouldn’t you think…… Continue reading Part of Your World
Today I’m Celebrating
Today I’m celebrating Waking up to sunlight instead of an alarm Today I’m celebrating Two year old giggles and water balloons Today I’m celebrating Getting the COVID vaccine on Sunday Today I’m celebrating Wine, bento boxes, laughs and small bathrooms Today I’m celebrating The first day of spring break Part of Slice of Life by…… Continue reading Today I’m Celebrating
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