When a local Boston tour company invited me to check out their new food and mural arts tour of Central Square in Cambridge, MA, I agreed on the following condition: my current intern teacher, in addition to a certain former student, would need to attend, too. Why? Harmonie and Steph are delightful to hang out with,… [Read More]
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How to Exercise More: Workout Plans and Motivation to Get Fit NOW!
“How do I get fit and healthy?” “Why do my workout plans change to nothing?” “What is gym motivation to start exercising?” We’re going to solve these common questions right NOW. There’s one huge mistake that we make with this whole “getting in shape” thing, and those questions above are a clue to the error. Erasing this… [Read More]
Men’s Travel Clothes, Male-Modeled Amid Flowers
Want travel clothes for men? My husband is a male model and will show you what to pack! Er, truthfully — my husband is actually a middle school teacher like me, not a professional model… but I think you’re going to enjoy the next few photos, anyway, and get some men’s fashion ideas, too. Back… [Read More]
Do You Want Money, Fame, Honor, or Love? A Story from My Middle School Students to Inspire You…
This time of year, lust for buying bursts forth, and I freak out because gifts are not my love language. In order to give an alternative to consumerism seizing hearts and credit cards, here’s a story that just happened in my 7th grade classroom to make you smile, tear up a little, and perhaps even rethink… [Read More]
Dresses for Travel, Work, AND Nights Out: Versatile Outfits That are Both Cute and Comfortable!
The quest for the perfect travel dress is deceptive. The best frocks to buy for trips are the dresses that you can ALSO wear at home: to work by day, and out at night… being comfy and cute all the while. Outfits this versatile are the ultimate fashion investment. Enter Leota: the dress company (started in 2011… [Read More]
8 Practical Tips for Juggling Family, Career, and Sanity: From Oats to Coaches
By day, I’m a teacher to 140 twelve year olds. By evening, I’m mother of two kids under 4 years old, and by night, I’m a travel blogger who runs two websites. Yeep! As I wrap up my first school year being a Doubly-Employed Double Mama, here’s a practical list of tips that saved my… [Read More]
