Our Favorite Things Blog Hop

I have joined in on a super fun and exciting blog hop called “Our Favorite Things” (#myfavoritethings2014)!

 Read below to find about my 5 favorite things (each favorite thing has a hyperlinked image if you are interested in purchasing that item yourself).

 Restaurant: 

I could eat Carrabbas every day of the week. My fiancé always wants to take me out to a super fancy restaurant for special occasions and of course I always choose Carrabbas. I love their freshly breaded mozzarella sticks, delicious caesar salad dressing, and tasty warm bread. (Is your mouth watering yet?)

  Store: 

Well, if you couldn’t tell by now I am a pretty simple person. Kohls has super affordable and trendy clothes. I enjoy always getting a discount from being a part of their rewards program. I am quite addicted and it is quite the sacrifice not to spend the gift card I am donating to this blog hop- haha!

 Beauty Item:

I have been hooked on Bare Minerals make-up for over a decade. I love how light it feels on my skin and how easy it is to apply. It can be a bit expensive, but I have figured out how to use the right amount to make it last and have the right amount of coverage. It has great reviews and dermatologists say its great for the skin. I don’t use any other foundation and recommend it to anyone who will listen!

 Holiday Season Activity:

Ever since childhood I have loved fires. I would beg my dad to light the fireplace and I would sit right up next to it until it burnt out. There is something fulfilling in sitting by a warm fire with twinkling Christmas lights on the tree and other decorations while listening to Christmas carols on the radio. It’s a treasured moment and I cannot wait to do it all again this year!

 Teaching-Related:

One of my favorite books is The Polar Express. I love having guest readers come into the classroom to read to the students. Hearing a different adult’s version of the story each year is exciting for me! One grandmother a few years ago dressed up and even brought the magic bell. She was so engaging we were sucked into the story. My kiddos love watching the movie in their pajamas the day before we let out for Christmas break. We pile on the carpet with our pillows and blankets, eat a pile of super unhealthy party snacks, and watch The Polar Express on the Smart Board. It’s a wonderful time together.

Stop by my Teachers Pay Teachers store for some great products. Each featured item is also 50% off!

But, the fun doesn’t stop there. I am also donating a gift card to Kohl’s for one lucky winner!

Make sure you stop by this blog hop (click here) and enter to win lots of awesome prizes from:

 Here’s a sneak peak of the prize packs 7 lucky winners can get their hands on:

About the author, Gretchen

I am a teacher trainer and coach. Working elbow to elbow with teachers and teacher leaders to ensure instructional proficiency and student achievement soar lights me up. We have a real need in our nation for strong educators to remain in the field. My blog, book, podcast, courses and instructional materials are geared towards empowering teachers (and those that lead them) to receive the support needed to grow and thrive today, tomorrow and always.

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