Snow snow, go away

Yet another snow day! The roads don't seem to bad today, so hopefully schools will be open tomorrow.

I was talking with the librarian at the school where I work (doing an after-school program) and she was telling me about all the budget cuts and teacher layoffs our district has planned. I was really hoping to get a full time teaching position next year, but I'm not feeling confident that it is going to happen.

A few weeks ago I made a "collection" on Polyvore of what I might wear if I were a teacher. I know that a lot of teachers dress really casually, but I think that looking more polished shows how important the job is to you. At the same time I'd want to incorporate my personal style with colorful and patterned tights, fun shoes, weird brooches, and jewelry derived from fossils and animal bones. Okay, so I know it's a touch of goth, but I really have been a little obsessed with animal bones ever since I took a Mammalogy course in college. You can learn so much about an animal from their skeleton!

7th grade life science by musicishername featuring boyfriend cardigans

Houndstooth Boyfriend Cardigan, $27
eShakti Surplice Front Fleece Shirtdress, $50
Dancing Like a Star Tights, $30
Red Studded Boots, $40
BDG Utility Tote, $40
Pamela Love Crow Skull bronze necklace, $575

This set was inspired by someone I saw on a street style blog, but after I made it I realized Hillary actually rocks the shirt dress and houndstooth sweater combo all the time!

The other three sets in my collection follow the jump:

You are a little mystery to me

Cardigan & tank: Old Navy
Skirt: Target
Tights: We Love Colors
Oxfords: Urban Outfitters

I believe this will be the swan song for these WLC tights. When I put them on, I discovered they had developed two holes on the right knee. I don't know where the holes came from - maybe from my snaggly fingernails, maybe from getting caught on something. I put some clear polish on the developing runs, trusted this skirt to be long enough to cover the holes, and wore them the rest of the day with no other problems. There was also a hole in the toe and a hole near the crotch, but the one near the crotch has been there (I punched my thumb through accidentally months ago) and has done a really good job of not running.

I'm debating on whether or not to invest in a new pair. On the one hand, they are pretty comfortable, super opaque, and I have worn them a lot. On the other hand, they still have that issue of bagging around the ankles and they're more expensive than my flat broke self can afford.

For now though, I think we'll just have to say adieu, adieu, parting is such sweet sorrow. Whether there's a 'morrow for me and WLC, we'll just have to see.

♫: Amanda Palmer - The Ship Song

I know it's a fine place to be

Cardigan & Top: Old Navy
Jeans: Dots
Shoes: Delia*s

I think this is an under $50 outfit for sure. Every article of clothing is something that I bought on clearance. The sweater was $12 or $14, the shirt I believe was $4, the jeans were $7 and the flats were $10. I wear these shoes all the time, too, it's crazy I've never photographed them before.

This is the first time I've been out of the house for a week. My stepfather came to town with his friend and his son to enjoy the Superbowl atmosphere and see if they could score tickets to the game. I don't like football (I know, I know) so I'm not going to watch with them, but I did go have lunch with them today.

School has been closed since Monday, so I've spent every day in my pajamas. I didn't mind not working at first, because I was sick. Once I started feeling better, sitting inside got real old, real fast.

Did you see that little planet widget I have over on my sidebar now? It's exciting to see the dots pop up when people visit from other parts of the world. Hello international friends! Sorry I'm not that interesting. :P

♫: Veruca Salt - Awesome

Five on Friday

image from we♥it

All about education.

1. The Destructive Culture of Pretty Pink Princesses
2. Kids fed unhealthy foods learn to prefer them
3. High school biology teachers in U.S. reluctant to endorse evolution in class, study finds
4. Student off hook for Facebook insult of teacher
5 Florida Rep. Kelli Stargel suggests teachers grade parents

Featured!

Sorry I haven't been posting much. I haven't been feeling well and have basically just been wearing this over and over again.

But I did want to tell you that...




I was one of the bloggers featured on Teachers have Class and Style at Mix Match Fashion. Go check out all the other stylish teachers!

Etsy Tuesday - Faux Bois Frenzy

'Faux Bois Frenzy!' by vespersparrow

The hot, rustic/retro trend

VioletQVintage $35.00	BethCyrWedding... $1150.00	EvesLittleEart... $52.00
TheVintageApar... $25.00	bluebell $11.00	blockpartypres... $35.00
shemakesremake... $60.00	KnockKnocking $45.00	myimaginaryboy... $50.00
ekohdesign $18.00	cozyblue $26.00	traditionallyu... $17.00
ReadyGo $23.00	anotherjamieda... $118.00	jadeflower $50.00

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January book list

image from we♥it

Read:

1. Clockwork - Philip Pullman
2. Lost Moon: The Perilous Voyage of Apollo 13 - Jim Lovell & Jeffrey Kluger

In progress:



Total for the month: 2

Total for 2011: 2

If you're curious, the Jim Lovell book has been re-titled to simply Apollo 13 after the film came out. It's an excellent read, especially if you're a NASA nerd like I am. Lots of interesting behind the scenes information about the Gemini and Apollo programs.

Been feeling pretty crap so I've spent more time sleeping and less time reading than I'd prefer.