Meet the Teacher Monday & Read Across America Linky

I am linking up again with Trina at The Ordinary to Extraordinary Classroom for her "Meet the Teacher Monday" linky party. 

Meet the Teacher Monday: Dr. Seuss Edition 

1.  What is your favorite Dr. Seuss book?  Why?

My favorite Dr. Seuss book is Oh, the Places You'll Go!.  It gives everyone hope for the future.  I love thinking that you can do anything or go anywhere.  It is all for you to decide what to do with your life.

2. Do you have a favorite quote by Dr. Seuss?

I love Dr. Seuss quotes.  It is hard to pick just one, but I guess my favorite is:

"A person's a person, no matter how small."

3.  There are many life lessons to be learned from the works of Dr. Seuss.  What's your favorite life lesson to teach your students?

Mine goes along with Question/Answer number 1.  I love Oh, The Places You'll Go!.  I like how it motivates students to do their best, because the future is in their hands.

4.  Please share something special you plan to do with your class this week in honor of Dr. Seuss.

I have many plans for this week (if we ever go back due to the weather).  I hope to make Oobleck with my students.  I am able to incorporate so much with this - measurement, science, reading.

Read Across America Week Linky

I am also linking up with "Primary Chalkboard" for her Read Across America Linky party. 

 

Favorite Children's Author and Books

Max Lucado

 

I love all the life lessons that Max Lucado teaches in his books.  Kids love his stories, and I am able to teach a lesson out of every one of them.  I use his books a lot when I am having problems with behavior in class especially treating others the same, picking on others, etc.

Dr. Seuss

Dr. Seuss is great for 1st graders!  I love that they also teach lessons.

Some of my other favorite authors are Laura Numeroff, Beverly Cleary, and Patricia Polacco!

I hope you have an awesome week!

Elizabeth

Meet the Teacher Monday - Have You Ever?

I am linking up again with Trina at The Ordinary to Extraordinary Classroom for her "Meet the Teacher Monday" linky party. 

Meet The Teacher Monday: Have You Ever?

1. Have you ever been on TV? 

No, I have never been on TV.  Maybe some day! :)

2. Have you ever been trapped in an elevator? 

Yes! When I was in high school, I went on a trip with my church youth group.  We got on an elevator in a hotel to go up to our rooms.  The guys decided to pile up on the elevator with the girls.  Right when the elevator started going, they all jumped at the same time which cause the elevator to stop.  There we were stuck on a FULL elevator with some stinky boys.  The hotel was able to open the door and we could see people, but we weren't able to get off for awhile.  Let's just say it was not fun but a definite memory.

3. Have you ever made anyone cry? 

I am a teacher.  Of course, I have made a student cry before.  I don't strive to make students cry, but sometimes it happens. :(

4. Have you ever walked into a window because it was just that clean? 

No I don't think so, but I did watch a woman walk straight into a window before going into a truck stop.  I have to admit it was hilarious, and the woman left a face print on the window.

5. Have you ever fainted in public? 

Sadly, yes.  I have a history of seizures from when I was a child.  Now, I don't have seizures, but I pass out easily due to lots of different things such as high pitches, altitude changes, etc.  I can tell when it is going to happen so I am able to warn someone.  I have fainted at Six Flags, in Germany at a castle, in Honduras in a school, and the list could go on and on. 

6. Have you ever gone to a restaurant and ate, only to realize you didn't have any money? 

No! I would be so embarrassed if this happened.  

7. Have you ever gone to greet a family member or friend and then noticed it was someone else?

I am sure I have, but I can't think of a funny story to tell.

Now it's your turn to join in on the fun!

Elizabeth

Meet the Teacher Monday - What If?

I am breaking a rule and posting twice in one day.  However, I wanted to get my Silly Student Sayings post written this weekend.  It just didn't happen, because I was enjoying spending time with my family.  Make sure you check it out, because there are some funny sayings. :)

I am linking up again with Trina at The Ordinary to Extraordinary Classroom for her "Meet the Teacher Monday" linky party. 

Meet The Teacher Monday: WHAT IF?

1. If you could stop a bad habit that you have, what habit would you stop?

Overbooking myself!  I want to do everything, and I have a hard time saying "No".

2. If you woke up suddenly because your house was on fire (God forbid), what three things would you grab?

• My daughter
• My purse 
• My iPhone

I would want to grab a lot more though!

3. We live is a dystopian society, and the music police is in charge of all things music. If you were forced to listen to one song for the rest of your life, what song would it be? You can only pick one. 

"Amazing Grace" - It gives me hope now and for the future.

4. If you saw someone with their dress tucked into their SPANX, would you tell them? 

Yes! I would want someone to tell me so I would definitely tell someone else.  Of course, I would do it in a polite way. 

5. If you were given a time machine and could go back in time to give your younger self a message, what would that message be?

I would go back and tell myself to enjoy life.  I feel like I rushed through my teenage years to grow up.  I have always been a workaholic, and now I wish I could have had more fun.  Instead, I was always worried about my future.  

6. If your were able to have one supernatural power, what power would it be?

I would love to have the supernatural power to fly!  I could do so many more things if I could just get there. 

7. If you could have 25 hours a day (while everyone else still has 24), what would you do with the extra hour?

I would probably work during that extra hour which I hope it would make me feel like I was ahead if that is even possible.

8. If you could live in one time period, what time period would you choose?

I think I would have liked to live in the 50s.  I would not like the racism that occurred, but I would like the music, clothes, etc.  

9.  If you could live anywhere in the world (cost is not a factor), where would you live? 

Hawaii - I went there on my honeymoon and loved it! 

10. If you could have a grand party, and invite any 3 people in the world (dead or live, real or fictional), who would you invite?

This is hard, because I am not big on celebrities or anything.

1. Mandisa (I have loved learning more about her lately.)
2. Bruno Mars (He could provide the music.)
3. Rachael Ray (She could help with the food.)

Now it's your turn!

Elizabeth

Meet the Teacher Monday: Love Is In the Air

I am linking up again with Trina at The Ordinary to Extraordinary Classroom for her "Meet the Teacher Monday" linky party. 

 Meet the Teacher Monday: Love Is in the Air

1. What is your relationship status? Are you satisfied with your current status?

I am happily married to my best friend, Kevin.  We have been married for three years.  We actually dated when I was in high school, but we went our separate ways for a few years before getting back together.  (When I say separate ways, we live in a small town and if we were in the same room we would act like we didn't know each other.) He actually proposed where we first met in high school.

2. Would you date or marry someone with kids? Or, did you marry someone with kids?

I didn't marry someone with kids, and I don't think I would have married someone with kids.  I guess it just depends on the situation.

3.  Do you prefer older or younger men/women?

When I was dating, I always went for older guys.  So, I guess I would say older. 

4. If you could choose to date or marry one character on film, who would you date?

I am so not a film person so I am not sure who this would be. 

5. How do you feel about PDA (Public Display of Affection)?

I do not like PDA for myself.  It makes me feel weird. However, I think it is cool to see an older couple show little signs of PDA after being together for so long.

6. What is a your biggest turn-on?

My biggest turn-on is a Christian attitude and treating others with kindness. I also love someone who is fun to be around.

7. What is your biggest turn off?

My biggest turn-off is someone who is obsessed with himself.  

8. Would you date or marry someone shorter than you?

I don't think I would have been able to marry someone shorter than me.  My husband is actually a whole foot taller than me, and I'm 5'6.

9. Have you ever tried online dating? Your thoughts? 

I have never tried online dating, because I have never needed to.  However I think when you get a certain age and from a small town, online dating might be the only watt o actually meet someone new.  

10. What is your dream date night?

I am a simple girl (at least I think I am).  I would love to walk in tot he house with flowers on the table and a home cooked meal.  Having dinner with my guy followed by a nice movie by the fireplace.

Elizabeth

Meet the Teacher Monday

I am linking up again with Trina at The Ordinary to Extraordinary Classroom for her "Meet the Teacher Monday" linky party. 

 Meet the Teacher Monday: FAST FIVE!

1. List five things you always keep in your purse

• Planner - I never know when someone is going to ask me to do something. 
• Coupon Organizer - I always like to have coupons/reward cards handy to my favorite places.
• Cell Phone - I can't leave home with out it, but it usually is in my hand. :)
• Ball Point Pen - I have a favorite type of pen that I write with for everything. 
• Wallet - It holds everything important - driver's license, money, teacher ID.

2. List five things you love about yourself

• My work ethic
• My organizational skills
• My punctuality
• My positiveness at work
• My planning (I guess this could go with organizational skills.)

3. List 5 things you do to keep yourself entertained 

• Read
• Blog
• Play the piano
• Workout
• Organize areas....haha

4. List five things that attract you to the opposite sex

• Love of God
• Communicator
• Sense of humor
• Good work ethic
• Loves kids - I mean I am a teacher. :)

5. List five things you want to accomplish in 2014

• Grow closer to God
• Lose weight
• Save money
• Pay off debt
• Become a better teacher!!!

What would your fast five be?

Elizabeth

Meet the Teacher Monday

I am linking up with Trina at The Ordinary to Extraordinary Classroom for her "Meet the Teacher Monday" linky party.  

The Business of Blogging 

1. How long have you been a blogger? 

I have been blogging since 2011, but I did not start a teacher blog until 2012.  Until here recently, I have not kept up with either of my blogs.

2. Do you have any blogs other than your teacher/education blog?

Yes, I have a personal blog called "For Such a Time As This".  I have just recently started blogging more so it's actually up-to-date.

3. What niche is your blog in? 

This blog is more motivational and educational.  My personal blog is a little bit of everything.

4. Do you have plans to start any other blogs? 

No!  I think I have enough going on.  

5. What do you enjoy most about blogging?

I enjoy inspiring others and connecting with other bloggers.  I also like the good ideas I get from reading others' blogs.

6.  What do you enjoy least about blogging? 

The time it takes to keep a blog going.  It would be great to have a million followers, but all that takes time. 

7.  How often do you blog? 

I try to blog at least once a week for my series called "Wednesday's Word of Wisdom".  However, sometimes I get behind on these.  I would ideally like to blog at least 3 times a week.  

8.  If you could meet anyone from the blogosphere, who would it be? 

I don't guess there is just one blogger that I would like to meet.  However, I would love to go to a Teacher/Blogger Meet-Up at some point.

9. Are there any hot-button issues you will not discuss on your blog? 

I don't really refrain from any issues, but I definitely pray about everything I post before I post it.
10.  Name one thing (or more) that you would like to accomplish with your blog? 

I would love to gain more followers!  

Elizabeth

Meet the Teacher Monday

I never got to the Meet the Teacher Monday linky last week that Trina was doing on her blog, "The Ordinary to Extraordinary Classroom".  So I am doubling up this week and doing last week's and this week's.

Last Week's Topic was Vision Boards.

Since I am a week behind I did not do a Vision Board, but I did answer the questions.  :)

1. Where did I win in 2013?

I won a precious baby girl on June 14.  We named her Adelaide.  She has really change my mindset this school year.  It is not all about my work anymore.  I am really trying to put God first, family second, friends third, and work last.

2. Where did I lose in 2013?

Since I was pregnant, I would have to say fitness.  Although I did not look pregnant most of the time, I definitely gained weight.  I am not comfortable where my weight is now and really want to change it before the summer.  I would also have to say finances.  Having a newborn is expensive.  We have plans to build a house so we want to get as much paid off in the next few months as we can.

3. What did I learn?

I can't do it all.  I have to find a middle ground for things.  I am working on this in 2014.

4. Where do I want to be this time next year? 

This time next year I would love to be in our new house beside my parents.  I would love to have all minor bills paid, down 20 lbs, and have ran a 10k.  We will see how that all goes.

This week's topic is Three Things.

List three words that describe you:

1. Perfectionist (a.k.a. OCD) - My coworkers laugh at me all the time, because I am constantly having to redo things if they aren't right.  I don't like mistakes on papers.  I have to be organized so I can find everything.  This can be a problem at times.
2. Positive - I try to remain positive and keep a smile on my face.  This doesn't always happen, but I am more positive than negative.  My husband might think differently, because I seem to let it all out when I get home.  However, in public I try to remain positive.
3. Punctual - I can not stand to be late!  I am usually early to everything.

What three things are on your bucket list?

1. Visit all 50 states - I have already visited Hawaii so the next big trip will be to Alaska.  I would love to do an Alaskan cruise!
2. Sky Dive - I know crazy, but I have always wanted to do this.
3. Learn to play the guitar - I play piano so I want to teach myself guitar.  I got a guitar a few years ago, but it just collects dust in the corner.  I am hoping to change this during 2014.

What is your favorite music genre? What are three of your favorite songs (any genre)?

I have a major in Music.  I really love all music.  I guess my favorite music genre would be adult contemporary pop.  I don't prefer hard rock or rap, but I do listen to a lot of country, christian, and oldies.  My three favorite songs are…

1. Amazing Grace
2. Bless the Broken Road
3. Oh, Happy Day!

If you won the lottery, what three things are you going to buy first?

I don't think I would actually buy something, but this is what I would do...

1. I would give 10% as tithes.
2. I would pay off all current bills.
3. I would set aside some for Adelaide's future.

What's your favorite movie genre? What are three of your favorite movies (any genre)? 

I am not big on movies, but I guess if I had to pick a favorite genre it would be romantic drama.

My three favorite movies would probably be…

1. The Notebook
2. The Blindside
3. Hunger Games

List three of your character flaws:

1. Workaholic - I love to be busy! Sometimes I overwork and don't spend enough time with family and friends.  I am working (haha) on this for 2014.  I need to find a good middle ground.
2. People pleaser - I don't like upsetting people.  I have really had to learn the word "No" here lately.
3. Planner - I like everything to be planned out.  My husband is the opposite so sometimes this becomes a problem.

Three friendship personality DEAL BREAKERS:

1. Negative - I don't like when someone is always negative and can't see the positive in something.
2. Last Minute - Although I don't think everyone needs to be a punctual as I usually am, I don't like when someone is always late to everything or cancels at the last minute.  
3. Living like a Teenager - I like people who act their age and not like they were still in high school.  We can all have a good time, but we are adults and there is a right way to do it.

List three things you want MORE of:

1. Time - Can't all teachers use more time?
2. Money - Not too much, but enough to pay off my bills. :)
3. Kids - Not right now, but I would love to have a few more kids.  I don't want Adelaide to be the only child like I was.

I hope you enjoyed learning a little about me. :)

Elizabeth