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I was told that Aniston would need to start patching her eye at the age of two. Today I’m sharing how we kicked off our journey with a patching tea party, made her comfortable, found the best patches, and celebrated her accomplishments! Take a look back at how this all started a few years ago! So… we’ve been busy this… Read More
A Wild One theme is perfect for the first birthday celebration of a girl or boy! I’m sharing my favorite decor ideas, the cake we used, the invitations, photo ideas, outfit choices, and other ways to plan a party on a budget! Baby Heidi is one! Just the sentence makes my heart skip a beat. I can’t believe it. Ya’ll-… Read More
A Young, Wild, and Three theme is perfect for celebrating a three-year-olds birthday! I’m sharing my favorite tips from the invitations, to the outfit, to the decor ideas! Aniston turned 3 in March and I’ve been meaning to share her birthday details with you. I LOVE planning parties for my two girls. I had so much fun with her “Some… Read More
Every month we head to Home Depot for a free DIY workshop for kids. I’m sharing our experience with building, painting, collecting pins, snacking, and more today on the blog! I know I called this an unbiased review, but I might should mention that I have a special place in my heart for Home Depot. We have a smaller Home… Read More
A “Some Bunny is One” theme was just perfect for Aniston’s first birthday. I’m sharing ideas to help you plan including everything you need like the invitations, fun decorations, an adorable cake, banner ideas, a cute outfit and more! I’m going to be sharing some of my favorite birthday party ideas for Moms. I’ve thrown 6 birthday parties for my… Read More
Breastfeeding can be a challenge for new moms and even a newborn! I’m sharing the pros and cons and some breastfeeding tips for first timers today on the blog! The Snuggle is Real Ya’ll!Breastfeeding can best be described as a LOVE/HATE relationship. I’m more on the love side of breastfeeding now. This may be because I will be weaning Heidi… Read More
Those rhododendrons look so pretty framing the girls’ playhouse! 🌸Are you interested in seeing their playhouse up close? I can share how we transformed a store bought one into the perfect one for us if so!
Grabbed the 🎓 from school to take Aniston’s pictures.
We made it! Some people suggested I shouldn’t have her in my classroom. I have never regretted it for a second.
That does not mean it was all 🦋s and 🌈s! I was used to getting to work early for some quiet time before the rush of 5 year olds. Not anymore! It was a huge job to even get to work a few minutes early.
She tested me too. There were times I had to ask my husband to talk to her because of “the teacher’s” not too good report.
She is strong willed and didn’t always want to listen. During an observation this year, my administrator wrote, “One student dominating attention. Teacher handled it.” 🤣That was my Aniston! She could be whiny and a tad rebellious.
BUT she could also be helpful, compassionate, and an obvious leader in the classroom. She was excited about every new unit and the first to take a shy student under her wing.
The chance to spend a school year (or 131 days of the 180 day year🤪) teaching my daughter was so special for both of us.
My favorite thing was seeing her develop friendships with her classmates but it has been such a blessing to be right beside her through so many 💡 moments.
I have always been torn whether I should stay at home or be with my students and this was a wonderful opportunity to fulfill 2 of my most treasured roles.
So would you or wouldn’t you try this? Not all districts allow it. I am thankful to work for one that trusts my decision and already looking forward to having her little sister in 2021!❤️
$1 deal for Teacher Appreciation Week! 🎉This is an editable 127 page resource! Hurry!
So much fun surprising students with pinwheels in their yards! They are from the Dollar Tree! 🙌🏽
