Back to School Butterflies

On the first day of school every year while I was growing up, my mom would take a picture of me in my carefully chosen "first day of school outfit."  I would pose by the front door, my hand on the knob, wearing my shiny shoes and a new backpack.

All these years later and now as a teacher, I still get butterflies on the first day of school and I still pick-out that perfect outfit!

This one is for you, Mom!

What I'm Wearing:

• Dress: Banana Republic Outlet (similar, similar)
• Belt: Charming Charlie (similar, similar)
• Shoes:  Ummm, a big department store? (similar, similar)