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end of the rainbow

I couldn’t stick to black-n-white for this slice…TWINKLE!

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)

A slice of St. Patrick’s Day

Like Valentine’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the best days to be in an elementary school. So much green, “top of the morning”, leprechauns, and excitement. Our Kinders had their annual parade outside for the whole school. As one little guy walked beside me with his larger than life Ireland flag he made,…… Continue reading A slice of St. Patrick’s Day

Four Years

I need a little pick-me-upI’d rather not think about the fact that it’s been four years since I saw you lastI wish it were sunny outside, instead of overcast I wish we were sitting at your kitchen tableIt would probably be covered in shamrocksor maybe your Easter decorations would already be outThere would be salt…… Continue reading Four Years

A slice of shamrocks part 2

Last week I shared a snippet about a childhood memory of shamrock name tags and how I have recreated this bit o’ fun for my students and teachers over the years. Tomorrow, I won’t be passing out those shamrock name tags. After personal reflection and important conversations with colleagues, I’m shifting gears to find another…… Continue reading A slice of shamrocks part 2

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

It is halfway day (sort of).

I am blogging every day in March for Two Writing Teachers Slice of Life Story Challenge. Day 16 Halfway Day It’s halfway day! Technically between yesterday & today was halfway, but it’s close enough. I’m impressed with myself – I have a tendency to start off strong and then the motivation dribbles out of me.…… Continue reading It is halfway day (sort of).