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Fourth Grade

I have a problem with living in the moment. I have no problems planning or worrying about the future and I excel at rehashing the past, but enjoying the present, that’s a hard one. This could explain why just one day after I finished packing up my school year, I am already preoccupied with planning … Continue reading →

Last Day of School

Today, I stood with all the other teachers and support staff as we blew bubbles and waved goodbye to our students. Although parts of the year seemed to drag by at a snail’s pace, most of the weeks raced by. As expected, I had students that were excited about the last straw being placed into … Continue reading →

The Closing

The end of the school year stumbled upon me in an unexpected way. Typically, I would have my report cards completed and printed by now. I would have more materials packed up, more curriculum inventoried, more things off the walls. Historically, I would have a large calendar with many days crossed off. I would be … Continue reading →

Maybe It’s Because…

I’m not sure if it was the volunteer celebration this morning or the realization that we have only twenty days left of school, today I was filled with emotions. Soon, I will say goodbye to my first graders and proudly watch them as they wave to me from the buses pulling away on that last … Continue reading →

Summer Mama

Although parts of this school year have dragged on at an unbearable rate, summer vacation is just around the corner. Many might be surprised that this is the time of year that teachers are swamped. End of the year assessments, writing portfolios, required curriculum that must be covered, and report cards are just some of … Continue reading →

Angels Among Us

In our family, our dogs have been a part of some of our most important moments. They have been blessed with “S” names and this has proven to be lucky for these best friends. I remember the day that we found precious Sadie. My family was visiting my grandparents’ home. There was a knock at … Continue reading →

Mini Celebrations-Take 3 Picnic Day

We are finishing our series of Mini celebrations with a Picnic Day report! This doesn’t mean that I don’t expect more celebrations, just changing the theme for a bit 🙂 Over Labor Day weekend, my son was experiencing allergies and just wasn’t feeling his best. Even though we knew this, we really wanted to make the … Continue reading →

Obi Wan Walk

As we have gotten closer to the end of summer, we try to appreciate our family time before the chaos of school completely envelops us. Often times, a family walk is a great way to regroup and connect. Apparently, my son was seeking that connection last night when he asked Diane to walk with him. This wasn’t going to … Continue reading →

Just Saying

I have the rest of this week with my son before I return back to work. Next Monday, it all begins. Getting up and out of the house, suddenly aware of the clock that has had secondary importance most of the summer. The hair dryer must be used and make up applied when those were completely optional … Continue reading →