Stop the presses . . . I am blogging twice in a week! It’s a miracle I tell ya 🙂 Who knew that summer vacation {we are two weeks in} would be so dang busy?? It has been a whirlwind of a week and I’m here to showcase the haps for the gal over at The Factory. Without yammering on for even a moment more, I bring you Five for Friday . . .
ONE – CLASSROOM PREP
Usually I just clean up for a day or two and then exit until August when I know I am teaching the same grade. Well, this year is a little different. Yes, I am teaching the same grade, but I will be team or co-teaching with one of my besties next year. I am still working to get my feet back under me after my surgery last winter and the boss man okayed a job share – yay!! I am so very thankful to be able to split each week with such an awesome educator and friend 🙂 Not only am I stoked to rest up and create while I am off, but I can’t wait to glean new ideas from a very savvy lady. With this said, Courtney and I have been laboring away since school got out to cram her 12 years of teaching into my 8. Oh me . . . OH MY!!! This was no easy task, but we finished it up yesterday and the room is ready to decorate 🙂 You ROCK, Court!!!
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| Here is a BEFORE picture . . . and this was two workdays into the mess. We killed it every time we worked together – it was mind blowing. We purged the junk and filled the new holes with great goods. This is the start of a BEAUTIFUL team!!! |
TWO – GIANTS GAME
Guess what?? I got to take a bloggy relationship to the next level this week. Yup. Molly at Lucky To Be In First and I got up close and personal on Wednesday. I live ONLY 3 hours away from Miss Molly and we struck up a convo many months back as she lives in one of my favorite cities – San Francisco . . . swoon. We talked quite often via the electronic box and started to get to know one another. One day in early spring, I noticed an Insta shot of her at a Giants game and I whined that I wished I was there. Well, shortly after my little fit, she invited me to one. And, well . . . the rest is history. Molly scored her uncle’s amazing seats and we met up for a day at the ballpark. Sure we spent way too much time chatting at the bar across the street and missed the first three innings of what turned out to be a NO-HITTER, but we had SO much to talk about 🙂 It was an absolute blast and I am so thankful to have met Molly. I can’t wait to get down to the city again soon so we can cause more trouble together!!!
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| It was windy and oh so cold! But, I didn’t notice too much . . . I was having too much fun 🙂 |
THREE – CREATING AGAIN
I finally got my creative spark back. Good Golly it felt like it has been fizzled forever. And, every time I felt the overwhelming urge to create, I had to be somewhere for something. Well, after working with Court (team teacher), I am soooooooooooo excited about things and the spark is B-A-C-K. I am in the middle of working on elements for our new back to school theme . . . Rock Stars. We had a life altering brainstorm session yesterday and the ideas are oozing out of me – bouncing ideas off someone proved to be a quick fix! So, all in all, things are very good in the bloggy department and my wrist isn’t hurting {sigh of relief}.
FOUR – FAR ABOVE PAR
Summer has afforded me lots of extra time to golf thus far. It is definitely my new passion. We joined the local country club and I go out at least three times a week. Last week I broke 50 and pared the last three holes. Yesterday, I got 51 (grumble . . . grumble). However, I sank a 30 foot putt and chipped better than I ever have – BOOM!!! It’s so peaceful out of the course and it’s a sport my body can handle. I absolutely love it!!
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| I’m NEVER throwing this card away! One of these days I’ll challenge my dad’s 38 . . . mark my WORDS!!!! |
FIVE – TPT PRESENTATION
I am presenting at the upcoming TPT Conference with TPT’s very own Head of Data – Ryan Van Meter. We met yesterday via Google Chat to put a few final touches on our power point. On Monday we will be doing our first run through. I can’t believe it’s almost time for VEGAS 2014!!!!
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| We are Session T-09 {10:45-Noon} Come see us – you can still sign up!!! |
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| Presentation sneak peek . . . one slide . . . NO MORE 🙂 We have oodles of insider tips that will make you a better seller. OODLES I tell ya!! |
Alright, that’s it for little old me today . . . I am off to create a bit more, hit the gym, and then golf nine with my better half. It’s gonna be an epic Saturday for sure. Merry weekend y’all. See you soon 🙂
You sure have been busy this week! I can't imagine combining two veteran teachers collection of school stuff into one classroom. That must have been quite a feat. You are so lucky to have been at the Giants game for a no-hitter. I wish I was able to go to the TpT conference, but my best friend is getting married at the same time. Maybe next year! I'd love to learn how to be a better seller.
The Traveling Teacher
Thanks for popping by! It was definitely a game to be at!! They have been on a losing streak since our bums were in the seat . . . I think Molly and I better get season tickets 🙂
So jealous you got to see Timmy's no-no live! I'm heading to tonights game! Go Giants!
-Andrea
It was da bomb for sure!
Love my Giants!! Isn't Molly the best?!?
Aris
Sailing into Second
She is indeed! Thanks for saying hello, Aris 🙂
Where in California are you? I am 3 hours north. Giants games are a blast to go to, my husband and son are big fans. I'm actually an A's fan, but go along for the pure enjoyment of being at a game. I'll see you at the conference, I am signed up for your session.
Renee
Fantastic First Grade Froggies
No way . . . Renee!!!! I am in Red Bluff {such a thrilling place}. Where are you??
I'm in Chico and taught at Bidwell Elementary (in Red Bluff) for two years! Let's definitely meet up.
Can't wait until Vegas!
Jennifer
First Grade Blue SKies
Dude . . . we are finally going to make it official 🙂 I can't wait to meet you in the flesh. Hugs, Jennifer!!!!!
The Giants clearly need us – we need to go to more games!! That was such a blast, my friend! Thank you for braving traffic and the big City! Pack a bag a stay next time! xoxo
GIRL . . . you were worth every second in that car. Next time I am definitely packing a bag. The five hour drive home (yes, it took two flippin' hours to get from the stadium to the bridge) made my butt hurt. However, the tunes were a rockin' and I had a huge grin on my face from all the fun 🙂
How fun! Love the no hitter…just not the Giants:-). At a Seattle game I saw a no hitter….but it took 6 pitchers! Can't wait to see your finished room.
Laurie
Chickadee Jubilee
I'll let this one slide, Laurie . . . hehehehehe. However, I don't have much of a leg to stand on lately . . . the Giants have been HORRIBLE!!!!!!! Thanks for always taking the time to say hello. Big hugs to ya 🙂
Hey Kelley,
Long time since I've been reading blogs. Just wanted to say Hi. You will do great presenting. Wish I was going to Vegas. I'm also jealous of your co-teaching. That will be fun!