Flower Compass

This one is more 'compass' than 'flower'. Today's Gratitude Item: A really quiet last period 8th grade class. 'Last period on a Friday' can be a tough slog for everyone…

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Awaiting Flame

Named because it looks like a series of candle sticks that have not yet been lit. Today's Gratitude Item: That most of my students are working hard most of the…

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Funky Sharp Circle

Perhaps this one should have been called 'quarter past twelve'. Today's Gratitude Item: Extra blankets! It's been quite cold at night and being cosy is good :)

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Organic Artifact

The texture on this one makes it worth a closer look. Today's Gratitude Item: A brilliant day! My colleagues were on strike which meant no students were at school and…

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Kosher Dream Catcher

We've been here before - but never quite like this. Today's Gratitude Item: Staying home on a cold, wet night. This is a rare occurrence on a Wednesday but there…

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Nocturnal Fringe Flower

This one is both a flower and a fan, nicely encased in a woven mesh. Today's Gratitude Item: Being safe, warm and dry. School closed early due to the extreme…

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Hole Waves

As in waves with holes in them. The subtle ridges on said waves are a nice touch. Today's Gratitude Item: Crunchy biscuits - fresh from the oven. It is a…

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Eye Magic

As opposed to the optical illusion (does anyone else out there remember 'Magic Eye')? Today's Gratitude Item: A successful day despite some unexpected interruptions.

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Ocean Fence

The detail in this one means that it is well worth a closer look. Today's Gratitude Item: An easier day tomorrow. Our 12th graders are 'rostered home' as part of…

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Vincent Storm

Named because it reminded me a bit of some of Vincent van Gogh's paintings. Today's Gratitude Item: Figuring out a way to make my marking slightly quicker. At this stage,…

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