It seems like forever since I have been on a trip. In a few short weeks, I will be traveling to Oxford and London, England for a few weeks, a trip I have been planning for the last two years. In the midst of COVID, I was accepted into a continuing education course at The…
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My Favorite Books of 2021
Read moreWell, 2021 proved to be a very busy year for me, I started a new job in July and began working on my PhD, but through it all, I still found time for one of my favorite activities, reading! This year I read or listened to over 110 books. My Goodreads goal for the year…
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Teacher Back-To-School Survival Kit
Read moreI’m getting so excited to head back to school, particularly since this year is shaping up to be a bit more “normal” after the last year and a half of COVID craziness. In July, I started working at a new school as the Director of Performing Arts. The last month has been a bit of…
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Nightstand Essentials
Read moreEver since I became aware of The Home Edit, I have been on a crazy organization spree. I pin every beautifully-organized space I come across on Pinterest, I read the books, and I try to put into practice what I have learned. I thrive when things are all in order and neatly organized. I know my Mom will…
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BEOWULF’S 13TH BIRTHDAY & BLUEBERRY & BANANA BUNDT CAKE
Read moreOn Sunday, my sweet boy, Beowulf, turned 13 years old. We celebrated earlier in the week with a seaside-themed birthday party, and Beowulf had his very own blueberry and banana bundt cake. Beowulf has always been my most special pup, since he is the first dog I’ve owned. For as long as I can remember, I have…
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MY CURRENT HAIRCARE ROUTINE
Read moreOver the past year, I have been changing up my haircare routine, and I think I finally have my hair styling routine down to a point where I feel good about my hair and how it’s styled. I will start by admitting to washing my hair every day. Yes, I know it strips your hair…
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MY 2020 CHRISTMAS RECAP
Read moreI think we can all agree that this past holiday season was very different from what we are all used to, with the canceling of Christmas concerts and shows, family celebrations, and so many other highlights of the season. First things first, I am not complaining. This past Christmas was actually pretty magical, and one…
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MY FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2020
Read moreThis past year was full of a lot of ups and downs, however, it was also a year where I found time to do things that I truly enjoy, like reading! Sometimes through challenges we can find peace from chaos, and that is exactly what happened for me with an escape into my fictional worlds…