Happy New Year from this teacher who has returned from my family's beach holiday rested and more ready for whatever 2016 holds in store! I hope this post finds you feeling more relaxed as well, and looking forward to seeing the smiling faces of your students on Monday morning! It's been almost three weeks since I posted here.  Too long.....I know.  The hectic pace of of the last days of school before holiday break, followed by the siren song of the Bonita Beach sand, sun, and surf diverted my focus.  I am back now though, with a promise be more present and focused in my content here this year. What better way to get this blogging party started than to join Farley's monthly CURRENTLY celebration!  Be sure to check out all of the other thoughtful reflections {HERE} ! I have to admit that holiday re-runs on The Hallmark Channel  are my background entertainment as I blog this morning in anticipation of tonight's new movie prem......