Here we go

I've been wanting to start a blog for some time now. There's something so refreshing about sitting down after a long day and just blurting out everything that has been running through your mind (for women-that's a lot) and for teachers it's even more of a relief when you don't have to talk in kiddy language or repeat yourself 3 times.
Here's a little bit about me:
First of all, I am an aunt to four amazing little ones- they are my world.
I am a third grade teacher and this is my second year of teaching, so it's a lot of madness and a lot of learning.
Speaking of learning, I began taking courses to receive my masters in curriculum and instruction- I am learning soooo much from the community of teachers I go to class with. I get to spend one weekend a month with them, in which we can learn, laugh, and share.
I am a runner (although I'd rather run outside, being in Iowa makes for a lot of trips on the treadmill)- my dog and I both would rather be in a place that is sunny year round.
I am a dog owner- Atlanta is a gorgeous German Shepard mix, who thinks she is a lap dog. The name comes from my boyfriend's love of the Atlanta Braves baseball team.
I am also a reader- James Patterson is my dude, but I'll read anything romantic with some crime involved.
I am a coffee lover and have become obsessed with my new kuerig.- who has time to fill up a pot and wait for it to brew? Not this girl!
I look forward to sharing much more- give me a break first time blogger and I already have writer's block....

 Here is me with my nephew Aidan -10, niece Lola-3, and newborn nephew Lincoln- they live right in South Sioux with my brother and sister in law. My other niece Jordyn - 14 months lives tooooo far away in a small town by Des Moines with my sister and brother in law.
Until next time :) Lex