Substitute Teachers

I am currently a substitute teacher and let me tell you this is not an easy thing to do. Having taught my own classroom for many years and then becoming a teaching assistant, I have had over 25 years experience in the classroom. Although I have taught almost every grade level from kindergarten through grade 8, nothing is quite like subbing. As soon as the kids see you walk into the room, their mischievous eyes light up with glee. They all have the same goal . What can we do to make this woman's life miserable? Of course , I let them know right away that they are messing with the wrong lady, but at times it can be quite a challenge.

Today while browsing through this delightful etsy shop, http://urbanbasement.etsy.com/ I found the perfect journal , entitled Substitute Teacher and laughed out loud when I looked at the teacher's face. I can relate! This shop has some wonderful prints, postcards and journals which would make wonderful gift items. If you know a substitute teacher, make her day and buy this wonderful handmade journal. I am sure she/he will love it.

The Art of Journaling

There are those who blog and those who journal. Expressing one's thoughts ,feelings and maybe knowledge can be very satisfying and rewarding. Sometimes it is easier to "talk" on paper and keeping a journal is the perfect way to do just that. I was fortunate enough to meet a lovely lady through my own search for the perfect journal and would like to share her beautiful handmade,hand bound books with you. If you would like to start a journal , need to give a special gift or want to keep a travel log take a look at the etsy shop of Red Otter. These are a few of the offerings in her shop right now. For additional information take a look at her blog too.