Minty Monday

Since St. Patrick's Day is this coming Sunday, I decided to add some green to my outfits this week. Today, I went with a mint collared cardigan! I love how fresh and Springy it looks!!! Especially because it poured down rain all day. I needed something to brighten my day! Not only was it raining, but it was so windy! My umbrella blew inside out about two or three times walking into school and walking my kids out of school. I used to think it was SO funny watching umbrellas blow inside out, until I went to Bowling Green State University. They are known for their strong winds. We called it "BG Winds". Haha! It was almost unreal how many umbrellas I broke during my four years of college there!! I hope everyone had a wonderful Monday!! Are you adding any green to your wardrobe this week? I'm off to watch the Bachelor (my guilty pleasure)!! It's the final episode and I'm so anxious to see what happens!! Anyone else watching??

Pearl embellished collar mint cardigan from TJ Maxx (NOW) similar to this cute one for $19.80!

Black and White Striped Pencil Skirt from Forever 21 (last year) similar to this for $22.99!

Black tights from Target for $5!!

Black Flats from Delias (few years ago) similar to these for $19.99!

One Week Until I'm 23!!!

My favorite quote: "Live everyday like it's your last."

Since my birthday is in one week, it reminds me of this quote and that life is too short! We need to enjoy every moment!! We aren't getting any younger!! Haha! Do you have a quote that you love or live by?

Today was a very fun day! My mom and I went shopping! I had to get a Bridal Shower gift for one of my best friend's shower next weekend! Also, I was looking for some green to wear this week since St. Patrick's Day is so soon! The stores were packed and everyone seemed happy!! :) I don't usually notice people being happy and friendly unless it's Christmas time or if the weather is getting warmer, which it is!! Today, it was in the 50's and sunny (not that warm but I'll take it)!! All I wanted to do was go out and enjoy it! Also, we went to dinner in Perrysburg, which is about 30 minutes away. This was my On-The-Go outfit today!

Loose Cream Cardigan from Eddie Bauer (last year) similar to this for $15.80.

Rhinestone Anchor Shirt from Tommy Hilfiger (old) similar to this for $11.90.

Black Friday Sale Find- Coach Crossbody Bag w/ Red Accents from Macy's for $60

Skinny Jeans from Forever 21 (last year) similar to these for $10.80!!!

Nautical Sperry Topsiders from Famous Footwear (It was buy one pair get one half-off, so mom and I both got a different pair of Sperry's! Love them!) (2 years ago) similar to these for $80.

You Can Have It All, With the 7 Habits!

All week long I have had this song stuck in my head! The two schools I have spent a lot of time in have been using "The 7 Habits" all year this year. It's a great way to show students how to act in school and habits they need to have!! They have done wonders to these students. They do so many incentives for the students that use these habits. For example, I got to pick a student from the class who was using one of the habits all week long, to go eat lunch with a friend at "The Table of Honor". I guess it's something they do every Friday! It's so sweet! They also get stickers if a teachers sees them using one of the habits and it says "Ask me how I was (insert habit)!". The students LOVE it!

The 7 Habits:
1. Be Proactive
2. Begin With the End in Mind
3. Put First Things First
4. Think Win-Win
5. Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood
6. Synergize
7. Sharpen the Saw

Well, now there is a song that a girl sings about "The 7 Habits" and it's to Adele's song "Rolling In The Deep", which is such a catchy song already. Now, I can't stop singing "The 7 Habits" version. Check it out here!!! I promise it will be stuck in your head too!! Haha!! The students already know every single word! They love it!! I'm not that good yet. :)

Here is my fab Friday jeans day outfit!!!

 Pink Bauble Necklace from Amazon (NOW) for $9.50!!!!! Can't beat that!!

Flower Embellished Belted Cardigan from Forever 21 (last year) similar to this for $15

Skinny Jeans from Forever 21 (NOW) for $19.80.

Pink Glitter Loafers (my girl students' favorite) from TJ Maxx (this year) similar to these for $14.95!!!

Have a great weekend!!!

I Worry Too Much!

One of the worst habits that I have is worrying too much! I worry about a lot of things and then I think back and ask myself, "Why was I so worried?". My worry usually leads to stress and my stress leads to an emotional break down (YES I'M A GIRL! Haha!). Do any of you have the same problem?

Things that I am worried about recently:
1. Being a good MOH- I am the maid of honor for my very best friend who I have known for 17 years!! We grew up across the street from each other! We went to the same college and were roommates. We have been through everything together. Now, I get to watch her become a wife (Wow! I'm tearing up just talking about it! I'm such a girl!). I worry about if my speech will be good enough or if I'll cry the entire time and no one will understand a word of it (I hate giving speeches unless it's to 20+ little kids! Haha!), if I am doing enough for her, if I'm doing a good job, etc. I've never done this before and I want everything to be perfect for her. Any advice from experienced MOH's??

She carried me down the aisle at our graduation!

2. Being a good substitute teacher- I have seen that teachers fill out evaluations about substitute teachers, but we never get to see them! I always wish I knew if they thought I did a good job or what I could do better. The only way I know is if they request me to sub for them again or they tell me I'm doing a good job. I'm a person who NEEDS feedback!!!! Do I worry too much?

3. Finding a teaching job- It's getting to be that time of year again, where I need to start filling out applications (my favorite..NOT). I worry so much that I won't get a job. The teaching world is so hard! In the state of Ohio, they keep changing things, where we need more and more to be qualified to teach. Now, they say you need a Reading Endorsement. Do I go back to school for it or do I wait? I already went back and got the 4th and 5th Grade Endorsement, so I'm certified to teach Pre-K through 5th grade now! I thought that would help me get a job, but now I don't know because of this Reading Endorsement thing. I honestly can say I am so glad I subbed this year, for sure!! It has honestly made me a better teacher all around and has exposed me to so many more schools, experiences, and different ways of teaching!! I have LOVED it!!! I'm ready to have my own classroom though! I hope I find a job...

4. Not knowing what the future holds- I worry so much about not knowing what the future will bring. Where will I get a job? Will I get a job? If so, what grade will I teach? Will I be subbing again next year? Will I have to move? Will Colin get a good job and have to move? The list goes on...

Okay enough of my worrying..I'm sorry for venting about my worries. Sometimes it feels good to tell someone or my blogger friends. Thank you for listening. By the way, every school around here had a snow day except our city schools (It's not fair!)! Haha! At least I still got paid!! Here is my 2 Hour Delay Outfit!

Silver Anchor Necklace for Forever 21 (last year) similar to this cute one for $6.80.

Navy and White Striped Short Sleeve Blazer from Forever 21 (few years ago) similar to this.

Basic Long Sleeve Shirt from Forever 21 (2 years ago) similar to this for $9.80.

Khaki Skinny Jeans from Wet Seal (NOW) for $24.90.

Brown Zippered Riding Boots from Amazon (NOW) for $32!

Boring or Classy?

During the winter, I feel like all of my clothes are just black or gray. I feel like black never washes you out, which is good for the winter time. Black and gray go with practically everything! Sometimes, I just wonder why did I buy another black sweater or black dress? Haha! Does anyone ever feel like this in the winter time? I know many bloggers who have looked so sleek and classy in black. I feel like adding one pop of color, at least, adds a lot to a black and white outfit. What do you think about all black, white, or gray outfits? Classy? Or boring?

Turquoise beaded necklace from Forever 21 (few years ago) similar to this one for $5.80.

Black and White Long Sleeve Dress from TJ Maxx (last year) similar to this for $34.99.

Black Tights at Kohl's for $10!

Black Boots borrowed from my mom from Macy's (last year) similar to these for $34.99!

We have a scheduled two hour delay tomorrow, so I'm excited to get two extra hours of sleep tonight!!!! Woo! Hoo! Maybe I won't feel guilty, for once, about staying up later than I should! Oops! :) 

Lake Visit/ 2 Week Teaching Job!!

Sunday, we went to the lake to visit Nan! It was a relaxing day and nice to get away for the day. Do you ever feel like you need to get away for a day, just drive and go somewhere out of town? It was cloudy and muddy here and as we got farther away it was getting so sunny!! It was beautiful and even though it was sunny, the lake had snow on the ground and the lake was still all the way iced over. Here is my comfy, driving, relaxing outfit for the day away.

Basic Navy Shirt from TJ Maxx (NOW) similar to this for $10.50!

Thick Cardigan Sweater from Forever 21 (this year) similar to this for for $35 or this for $24.80.

Skinny Jeans from Forever 21 (last year) similar to these for $22.80.

Minnetonka Fringe Boots (last year, but you can get them now too!) for $94.95 and free shipping.

Almost identical to these for $29.99!!!

We saw people ice fishing on the lake with their little tents!!

Bear LOVES car rides! He sleeps the whole time! I wish it was that easy for me to sleep in the car! Haha!

Last week I was asked, by the principal (That's kind of a big deal I think. Ha!), to sub for two weeks in a first grade classroom. Today was my first day of the two weeks and the class is so sweet and the teachers are extremely nice! It will be a wonderful two weeks, I can already tell!!! It's so great being in the same classroom and same school for more than just one day!! How is everyone else's week starting off? Hopefully great!!!

It's My Birthday Month!!

Yay! It's March (my Birthday month) and that means Spring is almost here! I do remember the past four years it was very nice weather on my birthday, so hopefully that luck doesn't change this year. I also remember being in school as a child and it being a snow day on my Birthday (worst thing ever because I loved seeing my friends at school on my birthday). March in Ohio is always an unpredictable month, you never know if it will get warmer or just continue to be cold. How about this FAB green shoe for the month of March??

Today I had a lovely afternoon with one of my best friends, Nikki!! We started dance classes together when we were 4 years old! We are still such great friends! This is what I wore!! I hope everyone else is having a wonderful Saturday!! Is anyone rocking the color green in their wardrobe already for the month of March?? I will be soon!!

Pearll and Tulle Layered Necklace from Forever 21 (last year) similar to this for $14.80.

Flower Print Scarf from Wet Seal (this year) similar to this for $10.90.

Blush Pink Blouse from TJ Maxx (last year) similar to this for $24.80 or this  for $24.80.

Black reversible belt from Kohls for $16.80.

BKE Light Jeans from Buckle (last year) similar to these for $54.97.

Snake Skin Flats from Macy's (Christmas Present last year) similar to these for $39.99 or these for $17.99.