Just Breathe

I really should be doing some work right now. But it is Friday and I want to have a smidgen of fun or relaxation.

Challenges at work - I am not going to lie. I haven't been enjoying it. With a younger crowd, it has just been so challenging. I cannot relate to the kids as well. This has been leading to a lot of anxiety issues. However, the one class that challenged me the most has flipped completely. They're the first to refocus, share their feelings and visit with me throughout the day. My class has become their favorite. I do have to admit, I knew this would happen. My most challenging students become my favorite and we all care for each other. This feeling is amazing.

Vlogging - I have really enjoyed filming every day of October. It started off just fine but then my program wouldn't work so I had to find another. And I was able to use it on my computer finally but then I haven't had time and I am so far behind. I do intend to edit and upload those vlogs. And I am considering vlogging again at the end of this month through Christmas or even New Years. "Vlogidays?"

Crafting - Just like last year, October became Craftober! I made several costumes and t-shirts. I made Ivy's princess dress for Halloween. I have started a stuffed knit bunny for Ivy's birthday - it looks so weird. I've started and unraveled a scarf for myself. It just looks strange and I keep messing up, stupid yarn. I am even extending my crafting into November as well. The students are making clothing projects and I'm right along-side them. I'm making a few Christmas ornaments too.

Halloween - Ivy had her first real trick-or-treating experience. Last year, we only visited my brother-in-law. This year, we took her to a few houses behind my place of work. She was excited at first but when it came down to really trick-or-treating, she got timid. But then didn't want to stop! Next year though, she will be all over that. Halloween lasted for about 5 days. We went to a Halloween dance one day, the next day was a city festival, on Tuesday she went to the family night festivities at Chick-fil-A and then the real deal on Wednesday.

And fun was had by all!