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April’s Currently

April 2, 2013 By fancyfreein4th

Happy April everyone! To kick off this month I am linking up with the Fabulous Farley from Oh’ Boy 4th Grade… Here goes:
Listening: Simon and Garfunkel knew what they were doing by titling a song “Sound of Silence”, it is BLISSFUL after a busy week of school and Easter.  I am soaking up the quiet and loving it… for now!
Loving: That I am on SPRING BREAK! It felt like it was never going to come, and it is finally here! I have no real plans other than relaxing, reading, TpT’ing, Blogging and spending some QT with my family and friends. Oh, and in honor of Spring Break I have a sale on my TpT store going on NOW until Thursday! Check it out- 20% off everything!
Thinking: maybe I should change this category to STRESSING… our State Test is in 3 weeks after break…. I feel like there is still A LOT that I want to cover…. we have covered so much, but there are still a few things that need to get done… I think everyone feels this way… who is ever completely ready?
Wanting: My husband is on a landscaping kick and he has been working really hard in his free time on ripping out the plants from the previous owner and weeds that have overtaken the yard.  He even spent last Saturday jack hammering concrete out of the back yard so we can have a garden.  BUT, ripping out is the cheap part…landscaping is the expensive part… I am hoping my TpT sales can help landscape the backyard and my hubs is even looking into some SAT tutoring as a side job for over summer. We shall see.
This is a picture, taken by Apples and ABCs. Michelle and I were having a blogging date and we looked out the window and saw my husband cutting down a tree. We were crying because of laughing so hard at him figure out how to cut it down and watching him shimmy up the tree with a little hand saw. 
Needing: Well, being almost 30 weeks pregnant makes shopping NOT fun!  I am having 2 baby showers coming up and I want a cute dress (or two) to wear…. This should be a challenge! 
Me and Eli Donovan at 28 weeks!

Advice: We have all heard it, “sharing is caring”, and this cliche is true. Whether it be sharing a resource you created with a coworker or blogging friend, or giving an unexpected gift to a well deserved friend, letting people know you care is important.  I have become a better teacher because of those mentors who have shared with me knowledge and resources and I have become a better parent, wife and friend by taking time to share with those around me who are in need. I encourage you to share some goodwill with a coworker, friend or family member this week. It will make your day and bless theirs!

That’s all for this month… I am excited to see what you all have shared on your April Currentlys. 
Be sure to check out my sale:

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  1. Michelle Griffo says

    April 2, 2013 at 3:47 pm

    I laughed all over again looking at those pictures of Chen in the tree!!!!!

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  2. Kat says

    April 2, 2013 at 4:27 pm

    i love your currently posts!

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  3. Kristi Swearengin says

    April 2, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    Hope your Spring Break is much more productive than mine! I was L.A.Z.Y the entire week!

    -Kristi
    Fun in First Grade!

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  4. Lou Bennet says

    April 2, 2013 at 5:12 pm

    Nice currently posts! Brilliant advice for newbie blogger! thanks!

    Lou
    šŸ™‚

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  5. Shawna says

    April 2, 2013 at 5:18 pm

    Have fun finding a cute little dress (or two), though you will look cute in anything you find! šŸ™‚
    Enjoy your Spring Break!
    Shawna
    The Picture Book Teacher's Edition

    Reply
  6. Charlotte says

    April 2, 2013 at 6:54 pm

    Love your blog! We just finished day 1 of 3 days of testing! Whew!
    Fabulous Fifth Grade Fun

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  7. Kim says

    April 2, 2013 at 7:44 pm

    Hey Layla:
    Thanks for stopping by my blog.
    Loved the tree pics–but even more I love the red hair on that little cutie pie!
    Enjoy Spring Break… I agree: The silence is a treat!

    Kim
    Finding JOY in 6th Grade

    Reply
  8. LaSchu says

    April 2, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm glad I stopped over and was able to see the tree pictures…definitely good for a giggle! Hopefully you'll be able to get the landscaping done sooner rather than later. I need to redo my garden area and am not looking forward to find out how much it might cost!
    Laura
    Enchanting Elementary

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  9. A. Ackley says

    April 2, 2013 at 9:51 pm

    Thank you for stopping by my blog! Thanks, too, for inviting me over to yours! I love your CURRENTLY, made me smile to read the caption to your pics. And as far as a cute dress… forget it! You are gorgeous, no one will notice the dress! Congrats on your upcoming little one. How exciting for you!

    Angela
    The Teacher's Desk 6

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  10. Alison Hislop says

    April 2, 2013 at 10:42 pm

    Sharing the love makes my day – I love reading what other teachers are up too!

    You are absolutely gorgeous!

    Alison
    Teaching Maths with Meaning

    Reply
  11. FabandFunin4th! says

    April 2, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! I am on Spring Break this week too and have no real plans but to relax either and am super excited about it! Enjoy your week!
    Bethany
    fabandfunin4th.blogspot.com

    Reply
  12. Jeannine says

    April 3, 2013 at 12:41 am

    Yay for spring break! What an exciting time for you with a baby on the way! I love the belly shot. Wish I had taken more of those. I can see why you had a good laugh over your tree trimming project! Enjoy your vacation time!

    Jeannine
    Creative Lesson Cafe

    Reply
  13. Bex Mawn says

    April 3, 2013 at 12:42 am

    Hey I love your blog ! The pics of your hubby make me chuckle too. Is that your daughter or son with red hair too? So cute!

    Reply
  14. Jeanette Hiles says

    April 3, 2013 at 1:15 am

    I just started following you. Congrats on the new baby!! I have two little girls and loved being pregnant with both. Enjoy your spring break and be sure to rest.
    Jeanette
    Third Grade Galore

    Reply
  15. Jessica Goodrow says

    April 3, 2013 at 1:28 am

    Congratulations on the baby! Enjoy the rest of your break!

    Jessica
    Literacy Spark

    Reply

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