Liebster Blog

 First things first, I have to thank Amanda at Inspired in Second for awarding me with the Liebster Blog Award!!!

This award is named for the German word "Liebster," which translates to "beloved" or "favorite", and it is given to "new, up and coming bloggers."
 

The rules:

1. Link back to the person who gave it to you.

2. Post the award to your blog.

3. Give the award to at least 5 bloggers with less than 200 followers.

4. Leave a comment on the 5 blogs to let them know that they have been offered this award.

 

I've chosen to give this award to:

 

Melissa at Frogs in First Grade 

Lauren at Teacher Mom of 3 

Christina at Sea Bear's Kindergarten 

Kaci at Mrs. Hoffer's Spot 

Melanie at The Teaching Queen

 

Be sure to check these ladies' blogs out!! I also wanted to share some GREAT giveaways that are going on. 

 

Primary Punch's Sweet Summer Giveaway

 

Teaching Maddeness's 500 Follower Giveaway

 

Mrs. Albanese's Jackpot Giveaway

Rowdy in Room 300's Adorable Sign Giveaway

Winner!!! & The Versatile Blogger Award

Congrats to Kelly B. for winning my 100+ Followers Giveaway!!! I hope you enjoy all of your winnings! I's really like to thank the lovely bloggers who contributed to my giveaway:
Heidi from My (Not So) Elementary Life
Lauren from Teacher Mom of 3
Lori from Teaching With Love and Laughter
Cara from The Teacher's Backpack


Heidi from My (Not So) Elementary Life was sweet enough to give me "The Versatile Blogger" award. She gave it to me last week, but I have been super busy and haven't blogged since then. Thanks so much, Heidi!

Now there are a few rules to follow when receiving this award. 

1. Thank the blogger who nominated you.

2. Include a link to their site.

3. Include the award image in your post.

4. Give 7 random facts about yourself.

5. Nominate 15 other bloggers for the award. 

(I'm breaking the rule and only nominating 6....sorry!!!)

6. When nominating, include a link to their site.

7. Let other bloggers know they've been nominated.

Now for the 7 random facts about myself:

1. I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes about a year and a half ago. This came as a complete shock to me as no one in my family is diabetic. I'm still working with my endocrinologist to get my blood sugar and A1C under control. It's amazing how much you can learn and connect with people via the Internet who have the same problems.

2. I have an adorable niece named Skylar. She is also my goddaughter and was baptized this past Sunday!

3. My husband and I met playing soccer a little over 5 years ago. We still play avidly and if our future children don't, I'd be surprised!

4. I have one younger sister who is a special education teacher.

5. I hate wearing sneakers because they make me feel confined. I'm known for walking around barefoot or taking my shoes off in the car.  LOL

6. I own the entire series of Seinfeld and The King of Queens on DVD. Sometimes my own life is comparable to Doug and Carrie's. I also try and watch both shows everyday!

7. I love reality television shows. Dance Moms, Teen Mom, and Big Brother are among my favorites!

Now I get to pass the love onto some other sweet bloggers!! :)

Lauren from Teacher Mom of 3

Cara from The Teacher's Backpack

Sara from Miss V's Busy Bees

Kelly from Busy in Kindergarten

Kelli from Spotted in First Grade

Ashlee from Sweet Seconds

I started my summer job as a personal aide today, got a phone interview set up for Friday for a Pre-K position, and scored a goal in my soccer game tonight. All around, I think I had a great day!

Until next time....

Cindy

My First Blog Award!

Thanks to Lori over at Teaching With Love and Laughter for awarding me with my first blog award! If you haven't already checked out her new blog, you should!

Here are the rules for this award!

Link back to the person who gave it to you ~ Lori from Teaching With Love and Laughter

Pass the award on to 5 other Lovely bloggers! These are among my favorites.

1. First Grade a la Carte: love the games she makes!

2. Climbing the Monkey Bars: love the emergent readers!

3. Mrs. Wills' Kindergarten: love how you post your lesson plans!

4. First Grader....At Last!: love that you love Junie B. too!

5. What the Teacher Wants: great units & ideas!

Follow the person who sent it to you! I already follow Lori, of course! Thanks again! :)