Well, we did it. We got through the first official week of being quarantined inside of our house. We did not go anywhere, other than walks around the neighborhood with our dog. I also managed to check everything off of my to-do list. Now, I need to make a second list for next week. Creating… Continue reading End of Week 1 Thoughts
Author: steph swift
I have faith that all people are good people. I believe it is possible to love someone upon first meeting them and that everyone deserves a chance at finding love. I am lucky enough that I found my soulmate. I think coffee is an acceptable beverage with every meal and that we should eat chocolate every day. My main ambition is to make a difference in someone's life and my motto is to live, laugh, and love.
The Books I Am Reading and Want to Read
I have always loved to read. I mean, come on; I am an English teacher. However, lately, it has gotten away from me and has slowly become one of those things that I wish I did more. I have such beautiful books, but they are the one goal that has started to slip away. I… Continue reading The Books I Am Reading and Want to Read
Quarantine Day 1
My husband and I are both teachers and our schools have closed for at least two weeks, but that closure could be extended. It has been less than 8 hours and we are doing surprisingly well. I have already taken a mile long walk with our dog, made the beds, had breakfast, took a shower,… Continue reading Quarantine Day 1
How I Organize My Life in My Classroom
It's that time of year again. Some people love it. Some people hate it. I happen to love it. ...Back to school! The reason I love it is because I am a teacher. And I love my job. I love shopping for school supplies and classroom decor as much as I love teaching. I love a… Continue reading How I Organize My Life in My Classroom
New Year, New Role
As I get ready to ring in the new year, a million different thoughts are racing through my mind. I am going to be a mom. I am going to have a baby. Whoa. A baby. A real baby. I will soon become responsible for a human being's life, other than my own. How crazy,… Continue reading New Year, New Role
Why I Accepted a Job That Was Not My Dream Job
As I reflect back on my 30 years in this world, I think of everything I have gone through and all that I have learned. I think back to where my inspirations came from and what I want to get out of life. Then it hits me. I want to be a teacher no matter… Continue reading Why I Accepted a Job That Was Not My Dream Job
7 Important Lessons
When someone messes up, or does something you do not agree with or like, and it backfires on them do you say "I hope you have learned your lesson"? When you look back at your past failed relationships yet you kept running back to that person, did you ever think "When will I learn my… Continue reading 7 Important Lessons
Stop Asking Married Couples When They Are Going To Have a Baby
Ahhh, marriage. You're together, you're in love, you're happy. Not a care in the world. Then, you get the most dreaded question ever: "So, when are you two going to have a baby?" UGH. STOP ASKING PEOPLE THIS QUESTION. I think my husband and I were married for a hot minute the first time we… Continue reading Stop Asking Married Couples When They Are Going To Have a Baby
Why I Actually Love Receiving Candles As a Gift
When it comes to being original or personal when giving a gift, candles don't exactly have the best reputation or the highest ratings. However, I am one of the few people that actually love getting candles as a gift. While many say to receive a candle for a present is not personal, I would have… Continue reading Why I Actually Love Receiving Candles As a Gift
Turn Off, Unplug, and Be Present
As I write this I am sitting outside. No phone. No music. No communication with anyone and no technology of any kind. It is just me, my journal, my favorite pen, and the sounds of mother nature. I can tell you this much; it is incredible. The sun is shining and warm, yet there is… Continue reading Turn Off, Unplug, and Be Present
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