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Celebration Saturday

Each week on Saturday 
bloggers celebrate at Ruth Ayres Writes. 
Won't you join us? 


This is going to be short...I feel like I'm sprinting towards the finish line...ten days left with my students! This is a very special group and one I'll miss very much!! I'm trying to hold onto the moments left...

I celebrate my adorable new shoes


I celebrate a month with Bella


I celebrate this painting of Leo I got yesterday
I can't wait to have time to write. I MISS blogging and I miss my blogging friends. I'll be back soon...




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  1. drferreriblogspot.comMay 31, 2014 at 7:11 AM

    Love the shoes and the photos. Remember that sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. This morning, your pictures make THAT quote true!

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  2. Joy KirrMay 31, 2014 at 7:19 AM

    Just being able to take the time to celebrate is a celebration in itself. Thanks for this quick one, Michelle! Enjoy your weekend, soaking in all your blessings!

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  3. Michele KnottMay 31, 2014 at 7:46 AM

    Shoes are some of the best things ever! Perfect celebration! I'm glad you've been having fun with Bella! Have a great weekend!

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  4. LoraleeMay 31, 2014 at 8:09 AM

    Sweet celebrations!

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  5. Linda BMay 31, 2014 at 8:54 AM

    Have a marvelous final 10 days, Michelle. It is busy, I know! Love the shoes, but especially that painting of Bella!

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  6. Margaret SimonMay 31, 2014 at 8:58 AM

    Where did you get those adorable shoes? I love them! I also love your portrait of Leo. I used to paint pet portraits. Seeing yours makes me want to paint again. All my best for your final days of school.

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  7. CarolMay 31, 2014 at 11:23 AM

    I want a pair of shoes like that! Perfect! And so glad you and Bella have found each other! Dogs are such perfect family members!

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  8. AnonymousMay 31, 2014 at 12:08 PM

    Footwear seems to be very celebrated this week! I can't imagine being a teacher and having to say goodbye to little people you've grown attached to!

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  9. Carrie GelsonMay 31, 2014 at 1:40 PM

    I think we all celebrate those shoes - perfect to race through these last days! Good luck with everything!

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  10. Amy RuddMay 31, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    Love the pictures and the shoes! Both fun! Have a great end to the year!

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  11. Leigh Anne EckMay 31, 2014 at 8:19 PM

    Love the shoes! Enjoy your final days!

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  12. Terje June 1, 2014 at 4:18 AM

    Oh, those shoes - a perfect pair for a teacher. Enjoy the last ten days with your students.

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  13. CrystalJune 1, 2014 at 8:47 PM

    I love the pictures and that you have such fun shoes!

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  14. Ruth AyresJune 2, 2014 at 11:25 AM

    Those shoes! I'm jealous!
    Ruth

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