Do something

I applied for and registered my teacher certification today and realized that it's finally Summer vacation.

I gotta do some shit.

#1. Craft some stuff

I have some old rainboots that are broken that I want to repurpose...soooomehoooowww. I also really want to learn how to sew. I'm not talking making my own clothing. Just fixing or sprucing up (buttons back on, sleeves adjusted, hemming, etc...).

#2. Read some serious shit

 These are just the books that I pulled from the books in my room. There are several more out in the living room. I've started 4 of these already and put them down in favor of other things for school.

Bottom to top:
- Maus II
- The House of Silk
- The Complete Original Illustrated Sherlock Holmes
- The Long Afternoon of the Earth
- The Witches of Eastwick
- Homo Zapiens
- From the Dust Returned





#3. Become Super Awesome Teacher-Lady

While I'm applying for jobs in every direction, I'm working on my own personal professional development. I've found Pinterest to be an excellent source of information, along with the monthly subscription to English Journal and English Bulletin.

In addition, when Jay and I were out in Carthage on a photo shoot in an old house, I found this little gem:

"A Progressive Course in English for Secondary Schools"

Oh you better believe it. I've perused it and I like what it has to say. It's like the 1910 version of Diana Hacker's writing guide.







Just today I've already started on #1! I made a magazine rack out of an old wire hanger. DO somethin'.

My Fashion Post

I dressed up TWICE this weekend.

And I liked it.

For the last few years I've been a t-shirt and jeans/shorts kinda girl. They're easier and I don't have to keep my legs clenched together when I sit. After 9 months of dressing up 5 days a week for 8 hours or more of that day, looking nice has rubbed off on me (I say that sitting here in plaid shorts, a tank and a gauzy top...still an upgrade from high school).

Last weekend I confessed to some friends that I follow a few fashion blogs. You wouldn't think so looking at me, but it's true. My favorites are Kendi Everyday, EmilyAnneStyle, A Pretty Penny, and Yours Truly, x. Every single one of them is a powerful woman, an excellent writer and a snappy dresser.

On Saturday we went to a wedding. And we looked good.

The watch, tie and fancy shirt do it for me every time.

He doesn't believe it, but he really is that handsome. Shall I pour on some more sap?

Dress: Target
Bag: Target
Belt: Thrifted
Necklace: Jay found the charm randomly and I found a cord for it
Shoes: Can't see them but they're from Target

Probably the first picture of us together since our wedding...in October.





Continue to follow this blog (I have a GREAT idea for a new comic...retail-centered...you'll love it) but I've started another one: "Poetry is Lame": A Poetry Blog which will be updated on a regular basis.