Home Sweet Home

After one year in Portland and many strategy sessions later, our cozy little home is finally coming together. Decorating your home when your husband is a rad photographer always makes things easier! I’m loving how his image of a hike from ourĀ first vacation to Hawaii compliments our living room. As music lovers, our record collection […]

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Fall Fever

What do you do when you’re stuck in rainy Portland? Head for the high desert – Bend, OR! We took it upon ourselves to put Portland in the rearview mirror this past weekend and drive out to Bend. Bend is a perfect small town just on the other side of the Willamette Forest.Sunny skies, sweet […]

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Teacher Talk Thursday

Woohoo! Thursday always feels like a celebration for teachers. It could be that the approaching weekend is finally in sight! After pushing yourself and your students to achieve great accomplishments all week, Thursday evening is the BEST time to relax and fill your own bucket. Whether it be your favorite yoga class, getting in a […]

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When We Teach

When We Teach was created in 2015 upon seeing how quickly the educational landscape was changing is grades K-6. Academic demands on students are both growing and shifting to reflect the world’s growing call for individuals who can successfully navigate and contribute to the knowledge economy. However, within the confines of a school building, students […]

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