Christmas Vacation has begun.
One (of the million) nice things about teaching elementary school is the spirit that surrounds holidays. Today was Christmas all day long – and I really tried my best to relinquish all the control I wanted to have, and just enjoy the laughter and chaos. I mostly succeeded – but it sure is nice to be at the end of this day sitting on my couch wearing my new, fuzzy red socks.
Speaking of new things…I really had a great haul this year.
I know it’s hard to tell – but there are six bags FILLED with chocolate, home-baked goodies, starbucks gift cards, candles, journals, tea and flowers. Apparently, parents like to buy their kid’s teachers things that make them feel fat and relaxed. I’m totally okay with it.
Speaking of relaxing – I got a Target gift card and immediately went there after school to buy my first yoga mat. Then, rushed home to use it in the dark with candles and a fireplace roaring to unwind with 20 minutes of yoga. Ahhhhhh.
Next, I ripped into my new package of furry socks (above) and a petite teapot from my ex-Chinese student.
With some chamomile
I also managed to steer clear of most of the Christmas crap (sugary snacks) that came in through my door today.
Here are some things I did eat.
I actually do have work tomorrow – but it’s a staff-only grading day, and I already posted my grades for the quarter! Yipee! I will spend the morning organizing and planning and then a staff lunch…can’t wait!
Happy Thursday!
Yay for being able to relax! Enjoy!
Holy crap, that tree cupcake might be the cutest thing I’ve ever seen! And yays for break starting, and stat yoga!
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WOW you got some great swag…tarjay gift card is a great gift idea!!!
that cupcake is so freakin cuteee must have tasted delish too!
Happy vacation and cute socks!
Happy Friday,
Katie
Gah! I’m so jealous of you! But also happy you had such a cozy night
ENJOY YOUR BREAK!!!
Wow! I had no idea teachers got so much bounty! Love it! And LOVE the socks
Oh god your “ex-chinese” student cracks me up. Beautiful teapot and cup though!
I bought myself a pair of fuzzy socks like that at Old Navy and I love them. I kind of want some in every color.
My mom worked as the secretary for my schools almost half of all my school years, so growing up, it was a constant “What did ya bring home today?” kind of thing. Especially during Christmas. Actually, at the moment, there’s a bag of cookies I’ve been avoiding she brought home from the kids. So I def know the feeling! But who doesn’t love goodies? There’s always something good in there.
Happy vacation!