The One in January 2016

I'm back....

and hopefully in a more consistent manner.

It's a new semester and I'm looking to grow as a teacher.

One of the ways I do that is this blogging world.  I love sharing ideas with you.

I'm four days late to currently but I thought it would be a fun way to jump back into the swing of things.

So here we go...

Listening... to the Rose Parade.  (I clearly started this post three days ago.  I tried to be on time.)  I don't think I have ever watched the Rose Parade before.  I'm loved it.  I'm a band geek at heart so the marching bands were my favorite.

Loving... Christmas Break.  You know sleeping in, eating junk food, staying in my PJs all day, tons of time to read.  It is a sweet time.

Thinking...My husband and I celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary yesterday.  I cannot believe it has been 12 years already.  Time flies when you are having fun.

Wanting...More blogging.  I am determined to blog more this year on this blog.  I also want to read more of your blogs.  What blogs should I read?  I'm just in need of revitalization in my teaching.  I want new ideas.  I want to dive into this amazing community of teachers.

Needing...To create the Scavenger Hunt my students will do on our first day back.  They love Scavenger Hunts and I figured it was a great way to review those concepts we were studying right before break.  Plus it gets us up and moving around.

(Got that done last night...just in time)

One Little Word...  TRUST.  I have never chosen a word for the year before, but this year I could deny that God was giving me a word.  He gave me the word trust.  Here is the short story...my husband and I have struggled with unexplained infertility for almost five years now.  We experienced a failed adoption this past August.  This year I simply (though it really isn't simple) want to trust God's plan for our future.  I want to give him my own plans and dreams and trust that He knows what is best for me.  

The One in July 2015

Dear Summer,

You seem to be in such a hurry to leave.  Please don't rush out the door.  I'm enjoying our time together.  

Sincerely,

The Classy Teacher

Seriously though...why does time move faster during the summer?  It's just not fair.

On a more positive note, it is time to link up with Farley for the July edition of Currently.  This is easily one of my favorite link ups.

Listening: Summer vacation means Netflix binge.  I'm currently watching Gilmore Girls.  I've seen all of the episodes a thousand times, but I love this show.  Next up is Heartland, a new to me show.

Loving: Date nights have looked a little different lately.  My husband and I are in the process of adopting eight beautiful children.  We have been picking two or three of them up at a time for little date nights.  It is a fun way to get to know them.

Thinking: When I'm not with them I'm always thinking about our eight beautiful children.  I miss them.  It gets harder and harder to say goodbye at the end of the visit.

Wanting: I have accepted a position in a new school district.  I will be teaching 6th grade Math and Science and I'm thrilled to be teaching science again.  Due to administration being gone on vacation, I have not had a chance to get into my new room.  I am so ready to get in there and start decorating and settling in.

Needing:  With the adoption of eight kids we are going to be purchasing a new vehicle soon.  We have decided on what we want, now we just have to find the best deal.

All Star: I love all things organization.  Organization makes me giddy.  Unfortunately I'm not as organized as I would like to be.  However, I am an expert at appearing to be organized.  Take one look and I'm sure to trick you into thinking I'm the most organized person ever.



I hope you will go over to Farley's blog and check out all the other Currently post.

The One in April 2015

A new month.

You know what that means.

Time to head on over to Farley's blog and link up your Currently.

The One in January 2015

Time for another Currently.

Join in on the fun and go link up with Farley.

The One in December

I'm linking up with Farley for this month's Currently.  I hope you won't mind that I'm a day late.  I was violently ill last night and it just didn't happen.  I'm taking advantage of being home sick to get it posted today. Being sick just isn't any fun.

Listening...I'm watching last night's episode of The Voice.  I love this show and I'm not ashamed to admit that Adam Levine has a lot to do that.  :)  I'm not sure who I want to win this season.  I really like several of the artist.  Do you have a favorite?

Loving...My brother and his wife are expecting their first baby.  I could not be more excited about being an aunt again.  I'm going to love on and spoil that baby so much!  June cannot get here fast enough.

Thinking...My husband is so hard to buy for.  This year I have the perfect gift in mind  I cannot wait to give it to him.  I just need to get it ordered so it will arrive in time.

Wanting...The husband and I are in the very early stages of adopting from foster care.  I'm praying this journey will go quickly and smoothly.  I'm ready to meet our children.

Needing...Christmas cards are so stinkin' expensive.  Can I get an amen?  That's why I design our every year and just print them at Wal-Mart.  I'm really struggling with a design this year.  I have no idea what I want but I need to get on top of it and get them done.

Giving...Project Zero is a non-profit organization that helps connect waiting families with waiting children.  I'm donating money and gifts to them this year for Christmas.  I feel like it is a small thing I can do for my children.

The One in September 2014

What about you?

Go link up with Farley

The One in July

It's time for another Currently with Farley. Jump over to her blog to play along with this fun linky party.

The One in May

Can you believe it is May?  We are ending the near of the school year which is exciting and overwhelming to me all at the same time.

A new month means a new currently.  Hop on over to Farley's blog and check it out.

The One in April

I'm a day late to the party.  Oops.  I hope you will forgive me.

It's not too late.  Go join in on the fun.  Just jump on over to Farley's blog.

The One in January

Can I start with an old cliche?

Can you believe we started a new year today?  

Crazy!

The school year is half over.

It's insane.

I still have lots of work today before returning to work Monday.  I'm hoping the motivation to do this will hit me soon.  Or at least before Sunday. 

But in the mean time, let's have a little fun with a Currently.

The One In December

Can you believe it is already December?  CRAZY!  Just 3 short weeks until Christmas break.

The One in September

I'm a few days late, but I can't skip out on a Currently so here we go.

The One in August

I cannot believe it is already time to link up with Farley for another Currently.

The One in July

I can't believe it is already time for our July currently - even if we are linking up a few days early.  It's the one thing I'm not procrastinating about.

Summer is flying by.  It makes me a little sad.  July is going to be a very busy month for me.  I sometimes feel overwhelmed wondering how I will get everything ready for August.  I have to stop and remind myself it is summer break.  I need to enjoy it.

People keep telling me to do something for myself.  To enjoy summer.  They don't understand that crafting, planning, and working on things for the upcoming school year is fun to me.  It doesn't feel like work.  And when it starts to feel like work, I stop and take a break.  

So here it is....

Listening... I have enjoyed watching Boy Meets World reruns.  I LOVED this show when it was on the air.  Not sure how I feel about the new Girl Meets World that is supposedly coming.  

Loving... There is nothing better than sleeping in when my husband has to get up and go to work. Ha!  He leaves then I curl up on his side of the bed and go back to sleep.  Why do I sleep so much better on his side than on mine?

Thinking... I'm a teacher by day and an Independent Consultant for Thirty-One by night.  I LOVE my 2nd job.  It has been a little slow this summer since I've moved to a new area where I don't know anyone.  It's time to step out of my comfort zone and find some new customers.

Wanting... I go back and forth with my twitter account.  Some days it is completely personal.  Some days it is completely professional.  I would like to find a nice balance between the two.  I would like to connect with other teachers though.  I think it could be another great resource. Feel free to connect with me.  @elainaann3

Needing... A pedicure in the worst kind of way.  Maybe this afternoon.

Tips, Tricks, and Hints... Be yourself.  Find what works best for you and your students.  Just because it works for someone else, doesn't mean it is the end all be all.  If you are feeling it, your students won't either.


Check out what others are currently up to over at Farley's blog.

The One in June

A day late to Farley's party.  You should go check it out.

The One In April

The One in February

The One In January

A new year.   A new month.  A new currently.

The One In December

Another month is here.  It's December!

That means it is time to link up with Farley for another round of Currently.

The One in November

Can you believe it is November already?  Oh my goodness, this year is flying.  Thanksgiving break is just a few weeks off.  CRAZY!!

A new month means a new Currently with Farley.  I find myself looking forward to these each month.

Happy November!