Ready, Set, Go...But Wait!

Today we had a late start...not because I was running late, but because the weather caused a delayed schedule at school. While students didn't have to arrive until an hour after school normally began, I still had to show up at my regular time. Boo.

I strapped the kids in the car at 6:30 and we made our way through the snow and ice very slowly. I was stressed about being late for work but realized that even if I was late, it was OK. There wouldn't be a room full of students waiting for me today. I had time.

I took a breath and concentrated on the drive. Once the road cleared, I even called and had a little morning chat with my 91-year-old grandma. It was the perfect way to slowly start the day.

And for this, I am thankful.

My Melting Ice Core

I found myself feeling a bit overwhelmed at work today. It was one of those days where there just wasn't a minute to slow down. I felt like I was thinking in 12 directions at the same time...and it showed.

Tomorrow, I'll be doing an ice core experiment with students to help them understand how climate has changed throughout Earth's history. It's a really cool lab and I'm super excited to do it with the kids.

So excited that I forgot to bring my sample home to finish adding the layers tonight. I realized tonight while sitting in church that I'd left my sample mixtures sitting on the window ledge right outside my classroom door.

Ah well. No layered ice core to demo. I'm just thankful that I've got a great lesson for the kids to do and a cool way for them to understand climate change over time. Let's hope it works!

Yes, I Took A Break

I went to Washington DC. I took a break. For 4 days.

I spent time with some of my oldest and dearest friends. I laughed, slept, and ate ridiculous amounts of food. I had an absolutely incredible time!

I took a break. For 4 days. And for this, I am thankful. :)

Leaving On A Jet Plane

Today I cleaned off my desk, left a quiz and sub notes in a neat little stack, and locked my classroom door behind me. Tomorrow I won't be there. I'll be on a plane on my way to Washington DC to meet up with my college roommates and life-long girlfriends. I can't even begin to explain how excited I am about this trip!

Just girls. No schedule. Lots of laughing. It's going to be an amazing weekend! And for this, I am thankful. :)

Fresh Start

I has one of "those" days today. Not bad, not great either. It's days like these that make me feel grateful for an opportunity to start over again tomorrow.

Feelin' Love

Flowers and some chocolate from my husband, a dinner made of nothing but hors d'ouevres and a card that said, "You're the best mom ever!" from my kids.

Yeah, it was an awesome Valentine's Day. :) It feels good to be loved and love in return.

And for this, I am thankful.

Tastes Like Chicken

I cooked!

...and it was GOOD! :) I made this awesome recipe I found on Pinterest called Cheddar Chicken -- super easy and delicious. It was a huge hit and I can wait to make it again. Anything, and I do mean anything, that is both easy to make and delicious are a good combo for me! And for this, I am thankful.

Check out the recipe if you're interested!

Are We Really Back?

No fevers. No puking. No stomach anything. 


Could it be that we're actually back on track to being healthy in this house? I think so!

And for this, I am thankful!!

I Want To Dance With Somebody

With my sister and I buckled into the backseat, my mom used to crank up Whitney Houston on the stereo. We'd sing our hearts out and then laugh like crazy. Such good memories!

It is so sad that we lost such a music icon today. For her incredible voice and the memories that were made as a result of her music, I am thankful.

Corner Office

For the first time in my career, I have a room with a window. And it's not just a window. It's a WINDOW! Floor to ceiling and wraps around the corner of my classroom. I put my desk in the corner so that the window wraps around me. Being on the second floor, I feel like I'm sitting on the edge of the world. I love it!

Today the sun streamed through the glass and was so warm on my back. For just a moment, I let myself drift away on a mini vacation. It was just perfect and sooooo what I needed to finish out the week.

I love my corner "office". And for this, I am thankful.