It's bizarre how much of our identity is tied to our profession. Maybe it isn't so strange - we spend so much of our time at work, getting ready for work and unwinding from work. Work is where people tend to spend most of their days. It makes sense that our self worth is so … Continue reading I’m Not “Just” a Teacher
I had a lovely weekend, and I really needed it. I've felt so tired lately. I think it has to do with the monotony of the day to day life. We're 11 days away from Spring Break, and I am yearning for it and our trip. I'm so damn grateful that I have the opportunity … Continue reading A Lovely Weekend
I just had a flashback to my high school aerobics gym class. Every Friday we would do yoga and meditations (I know, I know - bougie AF). Our teacher would begin each meditation session by having us close our eyes, and saying that we are "exactly where we need to be." This has resonated with … Continue reading I’m Where I Need To Be
My husband and I are very systematic people. We thrive on routine and schedules. When we're on vacation, there's an Excel sheet that goes along with our days. Letting go is difficult for us. A few months ago, we took a trip to Texas, which included a few days in Austin. While there, we were … Continue reading On Blank Canvas
I've begun to really look forward to Five Thangs Friday. It makes me really take a step back and think about five things that truly made my week better - which can help me when I'm stuck in a rut, as I have been. I haven't posted much lately. I've lacked thoughts, which is a … Continue reading Five Thangs Friday #6
Who doesn't love alliteration? Three T's in a row? Hot damn! As you may have picked up from other posts, when I'm not writing this amazing blog, I'm a full time teacher. I started teaching three years ago when I became a corps member for Teach for America in the West side of Chicago, and have … Continue reading Teacher Tangent Tuesday #1
This week is one that is heavy on my heart. When this week arrives, I spend a lot of time thinking and reflecting. It's National Eating Disorder Awareness week, and it's a week that reminds me of how damn lucky I am. Puberty was not very kind to me. Maybe the more honest thing to … Continue reading National Eating Disorder Awareness Week: My Story
