It seems as if my school days are more fast and furious each day! Although I complain about it sometimes a lot, I do like being busy. There is a fine line between completely overwhelmed and just putting in good work on a work day. Teaching English/reading skills all day is good in a way as the skills and lessons can overlap somewhat being I’m working with third and fourth graders now. It just cracks me up that NO YEAR is remotely the same as the last, and I laugh at the thought of being able to reuse/recycle lesson plans! So not happening!
Today’s chillier temps and a busy day meant it was a soup and bread kind of dinner for us. My favorite soup recipe is this…
-1 pkg frozen mixed veggies
-1 medium onion, chopped
-1 32 oz. container of chicken broth
-2 cans navy beans, rinsed and drained
-2 tbsp.-ish of olive oil
-salt & pepper
-2 bay leaves
- Soften chopped onions in olive oil in large stock pot for approximately ten minutes over medium/high heat. Be careful not to burn. I do this often!
- Add all other ingredients. Bring to a boil and let boil for about five minutes.
- Reduce heat or turn off completely with lid on for about 15-20 minutes or whatever!
- Server with warm bread and butter (preferable that you let someone else bake for you! Thanks Kroger!)
Ta-da! Everyone LOVED it! H especially liked dipping his bread in his soup. I am reminded at every meal how thankful I am that H is a super good eater. This recipe gave us dinner and three containers of left-overs for lunches. Enjoy! 🙂
Now, my craft isn’t that easy! I’ve always admired these peace sign wreaths…especially at Christmas time. I would love to have one and discovered one to buy. However, it was sadly more than ten bucks (like 5 times that much!), and I’m cheap. Here’s the one at CB2!
It doesn’t look super complicated. I think the most challenging part may be gathering up the twigs! Fortunately, I’m pretty sure I can wander around my parents house and find some that would work. Hmmm…DIY is not my thing. What should I do? Buy, make or just admire via the internet? 🙂
Speaking of other Pinteresty wants – Look at this neat one! It’s a fingerprint sweethearts necklace. I LOVE personalized jewelry that is super meaningful. What could be more personal than something as unique as a fingerprint of your love?!?
More cute jewelry! I love all these cross bracelets! Unfortunately, the one I like the best {the white one} is sold out right now.
Could this post be anymore random??? Yes, it could. I know when I’m not feeling my best or when things are challenging at work the people (and doggie) at home get the rest of me, sometimes not the best of me. I saw this good reminder recently and thought I would share.
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It can be hard to remember in the craziness and demands of the day, but I know ultimately that my husband, my child, my family have to be my priority over students, fulfilling roles outside these walls, etc. Each day is another chance and another challenge. Hopefully, this list inspires you like it inspires me.
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