So, I just finished up some online shopping. Nothing new there, right? Except I just bought…
THE STORY
…an unpainted styrofoam solar system. Definitely not my typical purchase, although I did get momentarily sidetracked by nude pumps. Anyway, back to the solar system. I asked the kids what they would like to study in Science class and space was the top choice. I love to do hands on activities with them so we decided we’d make our own solar system to hang from the ceiling. That’s the beauty of my job; I teach all of the major subjects. I guess that makes me a jack of all trades and a master of none.
As a matter of fact, on Friday I taught the hell out of a social studies lesson. Normally, I try to keep my talking to a minimum. Kids don’t dig that; I imagine after awhile I sound like the teacher from Charlie Brown. This was the exception though. We had the lights out, pictures on the Promethean Board (that’s a magical white board/screen thingy that does all kinds of super cool stuff) to go with the story and me telling it. We’re studying local history and it just so happens that we live very near what was once one of the largest military camps in the U.S. during World War II. My house and the surrounding area is built right over top of it and I spent my childhood playing in the woods in old building foundations and foxholes. My great-grandpa was a construction foreman when the camp was being built and other family members worked at different facilities on the base. For the most part, the kids were enthralled; especially my two little history buffs. I swear to God the one boy who has a particular interest in W.W. II was looking at me like I was the Beyonce of history. As any teacher can tell you, there’s no feeling like when you know you nailed it and at least a few kids walked out of the room a little wiser than when they walked in.
THE OUTFIT
This is a prime example of how a few small tweaks can add a whole lot of interest to a basic white tee and jeans outfit. The bandana and the knotted belt make it just a little more special than basic. I posted a link to an article on my Facebook page over the weekend with a list of style hacks to add new life to the clothes you already have. I found this genius way to tie my bandana there and while I’ve often knotted belts in the past, it’s one of those things I sometimes forget. The article is definitely worth the read, so if you have a few minutes pop over and check it out.
The jeans are yet another pair of my most favorite boyfriend jeans from GAP (I found them on Poshmark though), but this time I went with full on distressing because every girl needs jeans with holes in them, right? I layered my utility vest over top because it was definitely cooler outside this weekend than it has been. I finished it off with the Converse and that was that.
THE TIP
Look for new ways to wear/style items that you already have in your closet. For example, knotting a belt or adding a scarf.
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Jeans: GAP via Poshmark (Similar); Tee: Forever 21; Vest: Target; Converse: Nordstrom
