In this life update, I’m sitting down and sharing where I’ve been and why it’s taken me a bit to feel ready to come back. This past season has been heavy—walking through loss, juggling motherhood with a toddler and my baby boy, and supporting my husband as he bravely battles colon cancer. I’m still showing up as a third grade teacher here in Maine, and I wanted to be honest about what life has looked like behind the scenes and how I’m trying to stay grounded and positive through it all. I also share my goals moving forward into 2025—what I’m focusing on as a teacher mom, what I’m letting go of, and what I want more of in my routines at home and in the classroom. And because I know you guys love the practical stuff too, I’m sharing some classroom favorites that have been helping me keep things functional (and a little more calm) during a really full season. I wrap it up with a classroom tour to hopefully give you ideas and inspiration, and I’d truly love to hear what you want to see next—more teacher vlogs, resets, routines, or just real-life updates as we navigate this together.