pickThe title comes from a story adults tell to encourage girls to behave. *How the One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House* is a tough read, with its bleak portrayal of violence against women, sorrow, and poverty. Well-written and gripping, it's also intense and heavy.
pickI enjoyed it so much! It was a perfect way to start the year and provided a real eye-opener into the lives of people in Jamaica.
The book does an amazing job describing Jamaican life, food, scenery, and settings. And the food! It had me salivating, I could almost taste it all!
pickI enjoyed this audiobook. It‘s perfect for teens and young adults, but for someone my age it was a great pep talk. A reminder for me to embrace self care. I needed this reminder.
so-soMeh. I thought it was a self help book, but it gives memoir vibes. She basically tells how her Christianity helped her through her martial problem, her husband‘s affair.
pickLight, easy read. I enjoyed it. Actual title wasn‘t available on Litsy.
@bookish_wookish
My holiday swap! I can‘t wait to start this book! Thank you @BarkingMadRead
#littlechristmasswap
pickThe cadence and depth of this book were absolutely gripping. It delved into some uncomfortable, even ugly truths that made me cringe at times, yet it was impossible to look away. The rawness of the narrative only made its impact stronger, leaving me with a lingering sense of reflection. It's a powerful read, one that doesn't shy away from difficult realities, and it sticks with you long after you turn the last page.
#goodreads #yearinreview
I slacked o lot this year on my reading. I‘m going to try and pick it back up in 2025.
#5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii
I had a great week back after break.
A coworker had a black Santa waiting for me on Monday. Along with a black Nutcracker.
Another coworker found 2 black Nutcrackers for me at Dollar Tree plus section. She gifted me the vintage ornaments.
A retired coworker made those goodies for me. Rolos on pretzel with a M&M.
My craft for the week.
#5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii
I‘m a crafter, and I worked on 2 pieces for myself. I think they turned out great.
My sweatshirt yesterday for Thanksgiving!
pickNow I can watch the movie. ☺️ My first read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it
#5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii
1. My new Nutcracker Mug.
2. Fun in the Digital Media Lab with my work besties.
3. I added a train onto my Christmas Tree.
4. Today marks the start of my week off from school for Thanksgiving!🙌🏽
pickHis story was sad. I‘m glad I listened to the audiobook.
#WondrousWednesday @Eggs
1. Snowy day, & schools canceled. I also enjoy reading on my deck in the spring/summer.
2. Reel by Kennedy Ryan. It comes out 11/12/24
#5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii
1. The excitement on my great-nephew‘s face when he saw my Christmas lights.
2. My Halloween costume.
3. My door decor on my classroom door.
4. My dog celebrated his 10th birthday on Halloween.
5. My Christmas train I made out of wood crates.
pickLoved this memoir. He was very transparent and entertaining.
pickThis memoir offers a profound exploration of life after a brain injury, skillfully addressing complexities beyond the physical implications. It delves into themes of identity, relationships, and resilience, ensuring a compelling and engaging narrative that captures the reader's attention throughout. I enjoyed it.
pickI enjoyed this book. I‘m looking forward to meeting the author and hearing her speak next month.
pickThis one had good ideas for incorporating AI in the classroom.
pickGood poems in this book.
#5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii
1. My favorite candy was on sale and I had a coupon!??
2. I had a viral infection so I ordered my favorite Acài Bowl.
3. I won that glass mug at our PD today.
4. I went to the Bengals vs Commanders game on Monday Night.
5. My former coworker gifted me 2 coffee mugs. She set them on my porch.
pickCute young adult novel. Started off with a bang. Drew me right in. LOL
5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii
The way my dog looks at me when my movement wakes him while he is trying to sleep.😂😂
2. Shopping at Aldi with my son and my sister. My great nephew is in the cart.
3. My great nephew on Monday morning in front of his school.😂😂😂😂I guess he didn‘t want to go that day.
4. One of my students made me a flower balloon and dog balloon.
5. My favorite purse. I‘ve had it for a year now and I just love it.
pickSoooo good. I‘m going to watch the movie. One of my students told me this was his favorite book. I had to check it out. I love books about true events.
so-soMeh. Not anything groundbreaking. Things we‘ve heard before, but I guess I believe the major problem starts at home. Parents not parenting anymore.
#WondrousWednesday @Eggs
1. Helping others.
2. Dogs, coffee and books.
3. The Therapist by B.A. Paris
#WhatsnewWednesday @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @Read4life @TieDyeDude
I forgot to post yesterday. Thanks for the tag @Eggs
I bought these huge planters on clearance at Home Goods for $22 each.💜
I added HBCU Banners to my bulletin board. At first I only had Ohio schools.
so-soStarted out slow for me. I was going to put it down a couple of times. Something kept drawing me back. It got better.
#5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii
*The turquoise pictures are from a color party that I attended. You choose your color. Show up wearing that color and bringing snacks/drinks of the same color. It was fun!
*My coffee bar in my classroom.
*The reading corner in my classroom.
*New sneakers.
Thanks for the tag @Eggs
#WhatsnewWednesday @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @TieDyeDude @Read4life
1. Football signed by a couple of Cincinnati Bengals players.
2. My coffee/Wine combo bar. Vintage Lane credenza that I painted. It‘s over 75 years old. I painted it.
#staycationintimeswap @DinoMom @Chrissyreadit @AmyG
I love everything about this package! The Vail Newspaper topped it off! Thank you Amy for such a detailed swap.
I may plan a birthday trip to Vail instead of Aspen!😊
#WondrousWednesday @Eggs
I don‘t have book shelves stacked with books. I use books as decor.
#Two4Tuesday @TheSpineView
1. 13 years ago. Kings Island in Mason, Ohio. They are my least favorite places to go.
2. No
@Eggs Thanks for the tag.
#5JoysFriday @DebinHawaii Thanks for the tag @Eggs
1. Riding around with my PomChi Kaine. He‘s 9 years old.
2. I went to the Cincinnati Bengals Training Camp yesterday with my cousins.
3. I love my Egg Chair so much that I moved it from my deck to my bedroom. Best reading corner ever!
4. My favorite candy was on sale.
5. I scored those lamps at a yard sale and painted the lamp shades.
@Chrissyreadit @DinoMom #staycationintimeswap
Mailed my package. It should arrive in Wednesday according to tracking.
#Whatsnewwednesday @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @Read4life @TieDyeDude
I bought those 2 lamps at a yard sale. I wanted to spruce up the lamp shades so I spray painted them.
#WondrousWednesday @Eggs
1. Spoiled
2.Meet my favorite author. I already met mine. Holly Robinson Peete. Kudos to her work with Autism Awareness.
3. Romance
4. Historical Fiction
5. Skip the last. I‘ve done it before with books and tv series.😂
pickI enjoyed this one. It was engaging for me because I already have the mindset that he was sharing. I wish more people would read it because social media really has people messed up right now. At least, from what I see.
#WhatsNewWednesday @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @TieDyeDude @Read4life
I finally finished the second half of my deck. Teal is my favorite color.
#WondrousWednesday @Eggs
1. I know people don‘t see me the way I see myself. They think I‘m a social butterfly and really prefer being at home.
2. I never thought about it. I don‘t care how I‘m seen.😩
3. I see @Gissy as a kind and laid back.
