Lindsay
Lindsay was raised in Augusta, graduated from K-State, majored in PR, and met and married hubby, Ryan. They moved to Newton right after graduation where she worked for 5 years in non-profit, then decided to ignore her college degree and become a teacher. She now loves (90% of the time) teaching freshman and senior English.
She is the proud momma to Maelle (pronounced May-Elle) who is 3 going on 16, and Tucker, who is 3 months and sweet as sugar and full of smiles. Outside of work, she enjoys working with the middle school youth group, cattle ranching, reading, drinking coffee and Cherry Coke, music and living room dance parties –current favorites songs are “All About that Bass” and anything Disney.
How to Help Kids Deal with the Hard Stuff
Over the last few weeks, my little town has really been traveling through some rough times. People always say, "nothing happens in small towns."...
A Teacher’s Guide to Parent Teacher Conferences
Is it just me or are Parent Teacher Conferences the most awkward thing ever?
As the teacher, I struggle with them. No one really tells...
Hustle & Bustle :: Preventing Morning Drama with Little Ones
Friends, I don't know about you, but we (read: our 3 year old) truly struggle with mornings.
We often feel like this:
For a long time,...
Breastfeeding Sucks…But I Do It Anyway
Ha ha...did you catch the pun?
Disclaimer: This is mostly tongue-in-cheek and written with much respect for those who can't breastfeed. I truly appreciate your...
Back to Work :: Relief vs. Guilt
Today was my first day back at work after baby number two. It has been approximately 10 weeks since I have made my daily contribution...
Baby #2 : The Anxiety is {Still} Real But Not So Bad
A few months ago, I wrote about the anxiety and worries I was facing as Baby #2 neared his arrival. He reminded us how amazing the...
What Not to Wear :: No More Pajamas At School
"Mrs. Frasier, why do you dress up so much?"
"Mrs. Frasier, why don't you just wear sweats to school?"
My response: "This is my job, and...
A Letter to My First Born
Dear Little Girl,
Wow. Your Momma can't believe how quickly the last 2, almost 3 years, have flown by. Your Momma and Daddy have TREASURED...
Baby #2 :: The Anxiety is Real
The time is coming. I am about three weeks away from being a mother of two. In the last week, my hubs has been...
Prepping for Maternity Leave
My first maternity leave occurred while I was in my first year of teaching. I learned a few lessons the hard way, and here...
Vacation Rentals 101
Ok, so we may be relatively new to the game, but in the last couple years we have vacationed utilizing the vacation rental home...
Small Town Spotlight :: Newton, Kansas
This post is part of our Small Town Spotlight Series. Read more posts from this series…
Newton is an easy drive about 25 minutes north of...
Parenting Lessons from a Teacher Point of View
Having been a teacher for three years and a parent for two and a half, I clearly have learned all there is to know...
When Your Toddler Acts Like a Toddler
This parenting business is HARD.
I know I chose this, and I continue to want to choose it each day. I'm not trying to complain...