Why I Feel Blessed This Year & Sharing My Gratitude with You

As the year comes to a close and the holiday season draws near, I find myself reflecting on the whirlwind of challenges, growth, and unexpected joys that shaped my year. It hasn’t been an easy journey—this year tested me in ways I never anticipated. However, despite the obstacles, I feel deeply blessed, and I’m reminded of how much there is to be thankful for.

The Blessings Behind the Struggles

When I look back, it’s clear that this year has stretched me beyond my comfort zone. From navigating professional changes to balancing my roles as a mother and an educational leader, I’ve learned that resilience is built one step at a time. Each challenge has been a lesson, and each lesson has made me stronger. What stands out most to me is the community of teachers, students, and creative souls that have continued to inspire me, even on the toughest days. Your unwavering support and passion for education have been a source of light, reminding me that I’m not alone on this path.

It is through the lens of the trials that I am able to most clearly see my blessings; and it inspires me to share a blessing with each of you.

Why I Want to Share My Blessings

Gratitude, at its core, grows when it’s shared. That’s why I’m excited to spread a little joy and creativity with you this Thanksgiving season. To show my appreciation, I’m giving away my Red-Nosed Reindeer Dice Roll Art Game, a resource I created to spark creativity and build literacy skills in your classroom. This no-prep art lesson is perfect for December and allows your students to create unique art pieces that they’ll be proud to share. The activity is designed to be engaging, easy to implement, and perfect for sub plans or mini-lessons. If you’re curious to know more about this resource, you can check it out on TpT here. (Just make sure you come back here and to get it for free.)

In addition to the Red-Nosed Reindeer Dice Roll Game, I’ve joined a group of amazing teacher authors in a blog hop. We are each giving away a $25 TpT giftcard and all you have to do to enter is complete the Rafflecopter entry below. Then, visit any additional blog posts you are interested in to find more free stuff and more chances to win a gift card. I’m rooting for you! I hope you win! See all the details at the end of this post.

Claim Your Free Red-Nosed Reindeer Art Lesson & Enter the Giveaways

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