You guys know I LOVE a good Facebook party. Don’t tell my husband, but…There is almost nothing I won’t buy! For those that don’t know me, let me just say I am NOT made of money, and I am NOT a hoarder. I usually always find something worthwhile at these parties, something I need or use on a regular basis, and if not I know someone who could use those products and so it goes into the gift closet. The real reason I am such a fan, other than great products, is that these type of direct sales small businesses…
This or That…. Featuring Zyia Workout Leggings
In the last year, a company called Ziya has come up on my radar. If you know me and my affinity for at home parties and personal fitness….this has quickly become a fave. Interesting story about the company here. For those that are in search of quality well made workout wear that looks good and fits well, look no further. Let me start by saying that I own a TON of workout wear from the Under Armor, Nike, and Addidas basics to higher end Lulemon and Athleta, right down to bargain Old Navy. I have tried designer active wear from…
What is Enough…A Lesson from the Student to the Teacher
While this is the time of year where I usually share all the things I am grateful for, and this year there are many, I am reminded of the ‘The Gift of the Magi‘, the story of what is enough. As a teacher, I used to read this short little tale to my students at the holiday time because there were many who would return from the holiday break bragging about the Barbie Houses and fancy RC cars, expensive clothes and shoes, while others would listen in envy. In this story, there are many themes that children pick up on:…
One Tri down….Two to go: Lessons Learned in Virtual Education
It has been said that you don’t know what you know until you know it. As we conclude our first full trimester of Hybrid/Virtual learning, this is true. I find myself in a unique position of viewing the experience from multiple lenses- that of an educator and that of a parent. On one hand, I have tried to approach the learning curve with grace and humor, both as a parent and as an educator. On the other hand….WTF. Sometimes you just have to laugh. In all seriousness though, this is completely facetious. Notice the ‘Try harder’ box that is checked….