Thursday, November 13, 2014

Gratitude: Thankful Linky

Happy Almost-Friday!

I love the theme of this linky hosted by the fun new collaborative Primary Powers:


I've been practicing daily gratitude for years now and at times, I can be get a tad ridiculous (I'm thankful for drinking water! I love my pillow!). However, I really can't recommend it enough - it  helps me appreciate all the opportunities and privileges I have and miracles literally seem to jump out at me.

I work in a high poverty urban environment and I'm reminded at least 10 times a day, every day, that I'm so incredibly blessed.

So with that warning, I did manage to narrow down my list 
(I was running out of space):



And if you are reading this...I'm thankful for you, too! It's been a very challenging school year and blogging has been incredibly therapeutic. I've enjoyed sharing and learning from all of you!

Jen  :)

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10 comments:

  1. Lucy RNovember 13, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    Aww! Blogging can be therapeutic... Best of luck for the rest of the school year!
    ~Lucy
    Kids Math Teacher

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  2. Sweet Room 16November 13, 2014 at 7:57 PM

    I totally understand a tough year and I admire you using blogging to power through! (I actually started a whole new blog this year after a rough last year for pretty much the same reason - it's therapeutic!) Thanks for sharing your list! I love reading all of these thankful posts!
    -Liz
    Sweet Room 16

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    1. Positively LearningNovember 17, 2014 at 5:25 AM

      Yes, this linky came at the perfect time! I also love reading everyone's positive lists. Blogging has been a lifesaver this year :)

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  3. A LoveLi ClassNovember 15, 2014 at 2:31 AM

    Oh, I can't believe I also forgot to thank Donors Choose under my thankful list. They do so much for us teachers! I also blogged about being thankful for books! You won't believe some of the crazy stories my aunt who teaches in China tells me about what she can and cannot read!

    A LoveLi Class

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    1. Positively LearningNovember 17, 2014 at 5:27 AM

      I can honestly say that the generosity of donors has transformed my teaching - no exaggeration! This year I received an ipad to use with my students who need a differentiated response format (using technology) - I'm forever grateful and in awe that strangers have reached out to help my students :)

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  4. A Sunny Day in First GradeNovember 15, 2014 at 9:04 AM

    You have a lot to be thankful for!!! I hope the rest of your year goes smoothly! :)

    Sarah
    A Sunny Day in First Grade

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    1. Positively LearningNovember 17, 2014 at 5:30 AM

      Thank you for the awesome linky party - I've loved reading everyone's posts!
      Jen

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  5. Lynn (CampingTeacher)November 16, 2014 at 6:17 PM

    Your blog is so pretty!

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    1. Positively LearningNovember 17, 2014 at 5:28 AM

      Thank you :)
      I always wonder if I should switch it to more bright & primary colors, but I love the soothing palette.

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