Thank you. No... thank YOU.

I think it's safe to say that it really takes a village to raise... a classroom. Either a village or a bunch of super helpful room moms and dads! Parent involvement is so important and what's also mega important is saying THANK YOU to these individuals who volunteer their time to make our lives way easier.

As a teacher, or a sub, it is very important to always keep thank you notes on hand at all times. I keep mine in a folder or in my book bag so if ever I meet someone and want to thank them for their kindness, or make a bomb first impression, I have my cards right there to bust out a quick GRACIAS note.

Another one of my tre interesting hobbies is making cards. (I swear I'm not a grandma.) You can do the same! It will add a wonderful personal touch to your 'thank you' and the individual receiving the card will most likely be very touched you went out of your way to actually create a card. Just go to Target, Wal Mart, or Hallmark with your phone and/or camera and click away at card designs you like. Obviously you shouldn't attempt to recreate a professional Hallmark card, but for me, having a starting off point sure helps when making your own cards.

This is a picture of some of my favorite cards I've ever purchased. I got them at my other home: Target. These bright cards come in 4 different designs and make me smile just by looking at them. I'm sure room moms, dads, and grandparents will think the same.

So what are you waiting for!? Life is short. Say thank you to someone. Or better yet, say it THEN write it in a thank you note! You'll look fabulous doing it.