Currently August

Oh, the dreaded August Currently.  I knew this month would come, I was just hoping it would be later than sooner!

1.  Listening... It's funny how this time of year I start hearing all these voices in my head.  The voice is actually mine (thank goodness) coming up with ideas, making a mental to do list, pondering how my classroom should look, the list goes on and on!  I've had a hard time hearing anything else lately (just ask my family)!

2.  Loving... I went to Ikea for the second time in my life on Wednesday.  I couldn't stand it any more!  I've seen so many cute items that others found there, that I just had to check it out for myself.  I don't know why I don't go more often!  The Ikea in West Chester, OH is only a little over an hour from my house!  Here are a few of my finds...

I can't wait until my classroom is ready and I can post my before and after pictures!!

3.  Thinking... Even though going back to school means less free time, sleep, and sanity; I actually can wait to get started. I think this is going to be a great year!  I'm at a new school with a new grade level and I love the teachers I'm teaming with this year!  It's a good thing!!

4.  Wanting... No matter how prepared I am for school, I always want just one more week of summer!!  We've had a very busy few weeks watching my oldest daughter dance.  Avery is on the high school dance team (they dance with the marching band).  Friday was the big state band competition at the state fair.  She did a wonderful job for her first year.  Our high school band placed 3rd in the state.  Here is a picture of her dancing at the competition.

5.  Needing... I am one of those teachers that can't even think about planning until my classroom is finished.  I'll give you a sneak peak of where I started (don't worry, it looks much better now)!

B2s must haves...  I've been teaching so long that my back to school must haves are more for my own personal enjoyment!!  Here are the three items I bought for my self this year!!
1st- Tieks shoes!  I don't have these shoes yet but I'm hoping to get a pair soon.

2nd- Every morning when I get to school I make a chai tea latte.  I just bought this insulated cup from Starbucks for my morning liquid heaven.  

3rd- I take my lunch to school each day, so I look forward to getting a new lunchbox every school year.  This year I bought this cutie from BYO.  I also bought the earth friendly reusable snack and sandwich bags to go with it.

Head on over to Farley at Oh' Boy 4th Grade and fill us in on your August Currently!