Meet Mrs. Varner

So.. As I have said before I love to "stalk" blogs and get ideas for my first grade classroom. I have attempted in the past to start a couple of different blogs, but I just cant seem to stay motivated. I have now started a classroom blog and the thought always seems to keep me on my toes with ideas and post topics. So.. Here goes nothing. Please visit, follow, enjoy, suggest, and comment on my FIRST GRADE FRENZY BLOG.

That's me.. and my fabulous husband. I am Jessica and he is Brian. I am 23 years old and going on my third year as a first grade teacher. Here is what I am..

 I am a newlywed. My husband and I have been together for over 4 years and tied the knot on October 23, 2010. Our life is a fairy tale! 

I am a mom. Meet Chico "Cheech" and Sophie "Sissy". They are our only children for now. Give us a couple years and we will introduce new additions. 

I am a best friend. These girls are my rock and I know I can turn to them with anything. 

I am a first grade teacher. This is a picture from my first year of teaching. These silly students taught be more than they will ever know. I was truly blessed to have such an amazing group to break me in as an official first grade teacher. 

I am many things, but I thought I would share just a few. :) Now for some Q&A..

Q: What would you be doing if you weren't a teacher?
A: I am often asked this question and my response is always the same. I honestly do not have a clue what profession I would pursue if I were unable to teach. My heart is 100% teacher and I love every minute.

Q: What are your hobbies?
A: Being a wife, spending time with my family and friends, interior decorating, crafts, and of course shopping.

Q: When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A: A teacher! I always loved playing school as a child and ALWAYS had to be the teacher. I guess when you know.. you know!

Q: What is one of your favorite personality traits?
A: Organization! A tid bit of OCD.. Yes! I am often teased and talked about when people visit my classroom, house, closet, etc. I am SO okay with it.

Q: When you're on vacation, where do you like to go?
A: You can take me anywhere on vacation and I will live it up. Beach.. Snow.. City.. Mountains.. Oh the places we can go. My husband and I LOVE to travel.

Q: What is the best piece of advice anyone has ever given you?
A: Just one.. Nope, here are a few. Be Yourself, Stay Positive, Don't Give Up, Always Be The Best You Can Be, Don't Loose Faith, and like my students say.. You Get What You Get and You Don't Pitch a Fit!

Mrs. Varner