i like...

Good morning text messages.

The way he says my name.

How he sends me text messages when he's thinking about me.

His blue eyes.

The way he just listens. Doesn't judge. And gets me.

How he seems to know what is in my head sometimes and says it when I can't.

The way he looks at me...just because.

Flowers sent to my classroom. {I know, seriously?!?!?}

How we can talk about anything.

Worshiping together.

Just being with him.

That's what I like.

weekend.

This was just what I needed.

R was working most of the weekend, but we were able to spend a bunch of time together. It is so exciting and fun to learn all about his past, present, and what he sees in his future.

It's been great.

Really. Great.

More updates to come. :)

crazy good.

It will be one week tomorrow since I last posted...and boy can a lot change!

R and I are {officially} dating. :)

He is kind, caring, considerate, funny, and treats me like a princess.

Kind of a crazy week, but I am loving it.

More details to come...for sure.

interesting...

So...I went out on a {date} yesterday. Granted, it was our first "official" date, but we went out to dinner Sunday, I saw him Wednesday, we hung out Friday night...and THEN came our "official" first date on Saturday.

Woah.

It's difficult to remember to guard my heart. It's difficult to remember to take things slow. It's difficult to remember that I got my heart broken...when he's SO great.

It just feels so....natural. Normal. Easy. Great.

So I met him at his apartment at 12. Well actually, I was running late. So more like 12:15. But he was running behind too.

We hit the road and headed out to Marrowstone Point. Which is about an hour drive so we had plenty of conversation time...again not awkward, and it came so easy. We got there and took a walk on the beach. It was perfect. Kinda windy, but not super cold.

Grabbed some lunch...drove through where he used to live... talked about our families, favorite colors, pet peeves, our interests, habits, faith, relationships...everything.

Got back to his place, watched some TV, watched a movie, he made dinner, we went out to Barnes and Noble and looked at books, came back and just talked.

And then I came home...smile on my face...realizing how good this all feels. And how much I like getting "Good Morning" text messages. :)

new look {2}

I decided to update my blog again today...

Wanted a new header and new background...

Oh, and had to get rid one {1} picture. I kinda like the new look :)

never a dull moment...

I was concentrating on paperwork at my desk while my students were working quietly. One of them walked over to me looking like this...obviously he got a little distracted...or maybe he was bored :) I ♥ my job.

I don't know if it was the weather, or the time of year, or maybe that it was just a Friday... but it just seems kind of crazy!

You know, I always find in interesting how much parents rely on teacher for parenting advice. Here I am, 21, never been married or had kids...but I give parenting advice ALL the time! Which is actually okay...and I understand it because we do have a background in working with kids and lots of experience...but it still sometimes makes me giggle. J

Oh, and just FYI: If you are ever mad or upset with your child, the best move is NOT to tell your child you don't want them anymore, call DSHS, and try and put them up for adoption. It makes for a rough day at school. And a rough day for the teacher. Just FYI.

But kids honestly say the funniest things...and this week was no exception...

After talking about the current earthquakes around the world, I was assured by one of my students that if there was one here, they would walk over to my house to make sure I was okay and then we would eat pancakes together. Sounds like a good plan to me.

One of my students today... "Ms Highfield aren't you proud of us? We finished a whole book! Normally we just talk.... " Oh so proud. :)

While grading my math tests I discovered the brilliant explanation one of my student gave to the question "Is 25 a multiple of 4? Explain your reasoning." His answer?... “No, it is not because it just isn't.” Like I said...he is brilliant. ♥

And then there are the sweet moments that make my eyes well up with teacher...After taking a half-day on Monday, one of my students came up with tears in his eyes, throws his arms around me and says, "Ms. Highfield...I missed you ." Totally melts my heart.

But now it’s the weekend…and I couldn’t be more excited! Oh, and I have a {date!} on Saturday… excited and nervous all at the same time!

teacher's gifts...

As a teacher...this is right up my alley!!!

As teachers, we never EXPECT to be given gifts. However, when that occasional gift lands on my (~always~) messy desk, it is a nice surprise!

I would say some of the best gifts include...

**Gift Cards to...Starbucks, Barnes and Noble, Target, Walmart...We can use these for little morning perks, classroom supplies, or anything for ourselves...which is great!

**Hand Written Notes (from students AND parents)...If you really want to show your child's teacher that they are appreciated, a note is a perfect and inexpensive way! I have a little special box I put letters in. :)

****And just a tip... don't save gifts just for things like Christmas or Teacher Appreciate Week... gifts are the best when they come at random! :)

Thanks for making us teachers feel so appreciate!!!