Learning Through Life

Hey There! I'll be honest, the past couple of weeks have been rough on my mental health.  There is a lot going on in the world right now and I feel like the walls are closing in on me daily in my state.  It's not a good feeling to be on the defense all of the time.   I've been living in this constant restless, anxious state for the past 18 months or so.  It's gotten old.  In fact, it's gotten real old.  It's so easy to get wrapped up in all that is bad in the world right now.  I certainly do.  Since November is the perfect month to share gratitude I thought I'd give it a try and throw some positive vibes out into the universe.   Here are a few of my favorite things to be grateful for.  (In no particular order) Of course I have to start with my mini's.  Oh how they drive me nuts some days!  However, I have two small humans who keep me on my toes, make me feel loved even when...

In both my home and my classroom I like to switch things up for the Fall. Whether that be decorations, foods or things we do, it's always fun to have something new around.  I love having little pumpkins and multi colored corn to decorate with.  I have put together this fun corn picking activity for my classroom the past couple of years and it's always a huge hit! I also would be lying if I said that my older kids and myself didn't also enjoy it.  For adults, this can be a great stress reliever and is oddly satisfying as you watch the corn kernels dwindle down.  This is a Montessori job that would be housed on the Practical Life Shelf.  The target of this particular activity would be concentration and fine motor skills. Additionally, all Montessori jobs promote cleanliness as the job isn't complete until it's neatly returned to the shelf in it's original condition.   Here's what you need :   Multi color corn-You can find some here on Amazon P...

  I'm a stubbornly independent woman who has a really hard time swallowing my pride. I don't admit that often but, for some reason it feels ok right now admitting that.  I, like many others, are feeling the soul crushing weight of the world right now and often feel like I'm about to drown in quicksand.  To be totally honest, I've hit my max for adulting at the moment.  I'm done holding it together for my class, my kids and myself.  (Don't worry, I'm not actually throwing in the towel but am definitely emotionally "over it.").  I'm tired of masks, I'm tired of having to put my best foot forward when I feel like I'm defending myself from all sides. I'm tired of having to protect my kids at every turn because the world is so cruel and unsafe right now that I feel like I can't let my guard down, like ever.  Honestly, right now-I really just need my mom. I called her this weekend. On Halloween actually and asked to me...