The hubs and I OFFICIALLY set sail tomorrow morning for the Bahamas! I cannot explain how happy I am to say that we are finally going! This will likely be the ONLY week that I have off this summer and Dave has had such a stressful few months at work, I'm just glad to help him get away from it all for a little while.
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| Before! |
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| AFTER! |
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| Me with my beautiful friend Alicia, on the right! |
Last week I updated about the Run or Dye 5K. It was my FIRST EVER 5K and I am so proud to say that I DID IT! :) I have INCREDIBLE co-workers friends! They are extremely supportive of all of my goals and I couldn't be more blessed to have these people in my life!
On Sunday, we went to a Battle of the Sexes softball game in Bridgeport, CT. The local Triple-A team, Bridgeport Bluefish, hosted the world famous Brakettes softball team from Stratford, CT (my hometown!) They played with softball rules and the stadium was SOLD OUT! It was a BLAST! Tons of Battle of the Sexes trivia and games between innings. It was such a nice time with Dave and my in-laws. Clearly, Dave and I did not agree on which team should win... and if you look below, I think you'll be able to figure out just who came out on top.
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| HINT: Boys are STUPID... but we'll get'em next year!! ;) |
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| The Dino Stomp from Go Noodle! |
Who has heard of Go Noodle? I am OBSESSED! I am working on a more in-depth post/review, but if you use brain breaks in your classroom, you should DEFINITELY check it out! They have a huge variety of dances and activities for the kiddos to work on with plenty of goals -- energize, energy burn, calm down, etc... I love it and so do my kiddos! Best of all: It's FREE!! So take a second, click the link or the button on my left sidebar and head on over to check it out!!
I have been facing some insecurities lately. In talking with a friend of mine, I was able to explain that I am truly happy with the person I have and continue to grow into. We all have insecurities and, unfortunately, in this world... there are people who like to pick on and exploit those insecurities for their own gain. All I know is that I have to take time each day to reflect on all of my blessings. I am a lucky girl and I have to acknowledge that. I have been blessed in many ways and must not ever forget that. It's time to lift my head up high and CHOOSE HAPPY.
OMG! Have a great time on your cruise! Is this your first cruise? I looooove to cruise! I’m gearing up for a big giveaway on my blog on August 11 - come stop by so you don’t miss it!!
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Beyond The Gradebook
Hahaha! I LOVE cruising, too! Though, I've only been once before. We went in February 2013 for our honeymoon and are recreating the experience next week! I am SO excited! Thanks for the heads up on the giveaway! I will definitely stop by to check it out! :)
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Tiffany
Have a great vacation!!! My family and I are leaving for vacation too tomorrow! One last hoorah, right? :)
ReplyDeleteYour number 5 struck me, I've been looking at inspirational quotes to be my mantra for the year. Love it. Simple, and true.
Becky
Thanks! Enjoy the time with your family! We will be swimming in school craziness before we know it!! I have a whole board on Pinterest dedicated to Quotes. Sometimes, you need a little mantra, pick-me-up, whatever... And finding on there helps me to know that I'm not the only one! Feel free to search for me -- Tiffany LoConte -- :)
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Tiffany
Enjoy your time away! It's those little things that we look forward to that make our life journey truly great!
ReplyDeleteCarol
Teachers Are Terrific!
So true, Carol, SO TRUE!! :) Thanks for stopping by!
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Tiffany
OMG! We love the Bahamas!
ReplyDeleteAnd the color run is too much fun! I had pink dye in my hair for days!! The Dino stomp is my kids' FAVORITE brain break!! My pinterest board has a TON of their favorite brain breaks! Feel free to check it out!!
Loopin' Littles :)
Hahaha! One of the friends I was running with actually grabbed the box of dye from the thrower and dumped it on my head. It was CAKED on!! I looked like I had spray painted my hair! Thanks for popping over, I will definitely take a peek at your pinboards! We LOVE brain breaks! :)
DeleteDoes the "Loopin'" in "Loopin' Littles" mean that you are a looping teacher? I'm starting to do that this year and would love to hear from someone who has already done it.
All my best,
Tiffany