- I hate the sound of swallowing. Like, seriously. It really creeps me out and makes my skin crawl. Sometimes, my hubby will swallow too loud and I freak out. I think it hurts his feelings, but I can't help it! I'm working on keeping my disdain in check, though...
- I have a passion for interior design. You know how alot of teachers say they always knew they would teach? Not me...I always thought I would be an interior designer. Don't get me wrong-I LOVE teaching, and I think I am darn good at it. I love my littles, and I love how rewarding it is when they really get something. But for as long as I can remember, I wanted to be an interior designer. It wasn't until I was in my 3rd year of college that I realized I would like to teach. I still feel like, one day, I will somehow fulfill this little fantasy of mine.
- I have favorite students (what? shocker!). I know you are not supposed to pick a favorite, but let's get real....everyone does. And I am no different. I try really hard to not let it show, though, and I think I am pretty good at that.
- The hardest thing I have ever had to do was say goodbye to my best friend 2 years ago. It was very unexpected and confusing, and I still do not have the answers that I desperately wanted. I think about her all the time and still miss her every single day. But I know that she is always watching out for me and I will see her again one day!
- I have a large family. I am the youngest of five, and we are all married. I have 6 nephews and nieces. When we all get together, there is 18 of us. And I love it.
- I have a pension for Cocoa Pebbles. It's my little guilty pleasure, and I usually have a bowl every night.
- Last month, my husband and I bought our first brand new car! I mean, we have had lots of different vehicles, but this was our first brand-spankin-new-hot-off-the-line car. We bought a 2012 Nissan Altima and we LOVE it!
- I am slightly OCD about keeping things even. Like if I randomly touch something with one hand, I have to touch it with the other hand. Yes, I know, I'm weird.
- I love owls. Not the actual animal so much as the cute, funky owl things :)
- I am currently obsessed with the colors teal and orange...together. Sounds strange, but they actually look really great together!
- I took piano lessons for about 10 years, and was actually pretty good. I quit when I was about 16, because I thought I had better things to do. Now, I wish I had stuck with it. I can still play, but am definitely a little rusty.
- When making lists, I will almost always add something I have already completed, just to get the satisfied feeling of crossing it out.
- If you could meet anyone in the world, living or dead, who would it be?This is such a loaded question! I should say somebody inspiring, like Helen Keller or Abraham Lincoln....but honestly? If I met Mark Wahlberg, I might just die.
- If you weren't teaching, what would you be doing?Designing ah-mazing spaces, of course!
- What was your favorite thing about school when you were a student?I loved math, so anytime we had math games I was happy! I especially loved competing against other students to answer math questions. I know, I'm such a nerd...
- What do you wish you were better at?Teaching math. Math was always so easy for me in school, so I think I have a hard time making it easier for the littles. Working on this, though!
- What is your favorite store to shop at?I would have to say Target! It doesn't hurt that I get an extra 15% off, because my hubby works for the company :)
- What are two things you need for your dream classroom?A smartboard and more space!
- Where do you want to travel to?Italy is my dream destination.
- Favorite TV show?Probably Parenthood.....love that show!
- What is your least favorite chore?Hands down-laundry! Not so much the washing or drying part, but putting it away...ugh.
- Would you rather be an actor, singer, or athlete?Actor. I cannot sing and am not super athletic.
- Who or what inspires you?Abby from The Inspired Apple. But who doesn't she inspire? Also Deanna Jump from Mrs. Jump's Class. I just got an email that said she has made $500,000 in TPT sales! That is so amazing! Bonus: she is from Georgia!
- What's your favorite children's book?Hmm...this is hard, because there are sooo many that I love! But if I had to choose a favorite....I guess I would say any of the Skippy Jon Jones books. I just think the books are so silly, and always keep my class cracking up....my kind of book! Plus also, he uses the word "dude" alot :)
- What is your favorite weekend activity?
- Dogs or cats?
- What is your favorite subject to teach and why?
- What is your favorite cocktail?
- How do you unwind after a long week at school?
- If you won the lottery, what would you do with your winnings?
- What are your favorite color combinations?
- What is your favorite sweet treat?
- Beach or mountains?
- What is your favorite shoe brand?
- If you had to choose, would you rather be deaf or blind?
- Who is your Hollywood crush?
- Tanya at A Class Act.
- Randi at Teach it With Class.
- Katherine at All Things Katherine.
- Mrs. Cupcake (AKA Teri) at A Cupcake for the Teacher.
- Edana at Color Me Kinder.
- Angela at The Daily Alphabet.
- Latricia at Wild About Second Grade.
- Heather at Heather's Heart.
- Jennifer at First Grade Blue Skies.
- Cheryl at Crayons and Curls.
- Erin an creating and teaching.
- Christina at Mrs. Bainbridge's Class.
Okay, that's it for me! Now on to my Sunday night blues....
Thanks for including me! I will try to get to these questions soon...and you are right, we all do have favorites =)
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First Grade Blue SKies
Thanks Natalie! I will try to get to this soon. I loved reading yours though.
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My best friend just told me that she might have to move so her husband can get a better paying job. Noooooo! It hurts just to think about my life without her every day. I'm so sorry about yours.
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I just finished your questions...what a fun game!!
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I love parenthood too!! Sorry about your friend. :( My best friend lives across the country and that stinks.
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