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#6✔️ performing in front of the school was a lot more challenging than I thought it would be. When I was practicing in the morning with some of my scholars I got a few looks and negative feedback about my pitch so I enlisted another scholar to perform with me. This just made the experience even better. I was also supported by 2 other scholars to help out turning the pages of the sheet music. Because this was the last day of school is was my final shot to perform for the kids and I'm so happy I did. Turn up the volume and listen in 🎤🎼🎹👂🏽 . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️10k✔️rugged maniac✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day✔️ 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform✔️ 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf✔️ 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA✔️ 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip✔️ 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books -Sorcerer's Stone✔️ -Chamber of Secrets✔️ -Poisoner of Azkaban -Goblet of Fire -Order of the Phoenix -Half-Blood Prince -Deathly Hallows 26. Complete The Artist's Way 27. Find a new job✔️ 28. Road trip 29. Travel abroad 30. Complete the 30in30 list #30in30 #birthday #performance #stay #rihanna @badgalriri #keyboard #piano #scholars #lastdayofschool #teambunning (at Mott Hall Bridges Academy)

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Currently at NSTA in Los Angeles. It has been a whirlwind being here. I've gone through many emotions of wanting to find a job outside teaching to now being drawn back by cool products and projects to do in the classroom. I'm unsure what my next job or career will be but I'm excited about this moment. Being in sunny California is rejuvinating and seeing my friend, Ale, that I met @honeywelleducators Space Camp has been amazing. We're brought together by a love for science and education and I can't deny a feeling I get talking about my students. But I'm not sure where it will lead me. It was inspirational to hear @billnye and Andy Weir speaking about their journeys and I am anxious to know where I'll end up next. There are growing pains during this 30 journey but at least I can get a California tan in the process. . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf✔️ 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA✔️ 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip✔️ 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books -Sorcerer's Stone✔️ -Chamber of Secrets✔️ -Poisoner of Azkaban -Goblet of Fire -Order of the Phoenix -Half-Blood Prince -Deathly Hallows 26. Complete The Artist's Way 27. Use Duolingo to learn Spanish 28. Find a new job #30in30 #birthday #nsta17 #billnyethescienceguy #themartain #12 #30journey #hoppedofftheplaneatlaxwithadreamandacardigan #teachers #slomothesloth (at Los Angeles Convention Center)

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It's been a while since I last posted about my #30in30 but I have not forgotten about this thoughtful birthday gift from @days_of_food. My #foodie friend will also be my cooking instructor. Not only was she kind enough to gift this beautiful pie set but her time to teach me a few recipes. February 6th may have passed but it's friends like these that give gifts that will keep on giving. Who's hungry? . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf✔️ 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip✔️ 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books -Sorcerer's Stone✔️ -Chamber of Secrets✔️ -Poisoner of Azkaban -Goblet of Fire -Order of the Phoenix -Half-Blood Prince -Deathly Hallows 26. Complete The Artist's Way 27. Use Duolingo to learn Spanish 28. Find a new job #30in30 #birthday #food #letseat #letscook #cheflana #giftsthatkeepongiving #pie #surlatable

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So thankful for my friends. We have a hard time arranging our schedules so we can all see each other but when we do it's always special. I met these ladies over 10 years ago @ualbany and we've been with each other through thick and thin. During our night of laughs, pizza, and wine, they surprised me with a gift certificate to @bluehillfarm knowing it's on my list. I was so surprised and happy. I love the support I've received with my 30 list and I can't wait to use this gift. Hopefully my Albany girls will join me for this part of the adventure. . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books 26. Complete The Artist's Way #30in30 #birthday #bluehillfarm #collegefriendsareforever #collegefriendsarethebestfriends #ualbany #thankful

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Continuing on with my Oscar watch with Manchester By the Sea. Wow - I was not prepared for the emotional evening although, the truffle popcorn did help. This was also my first solo trip to the movies. It felt good to have an evening out alone with the purpose of crossing items off my list. Now, 2 down and 7 to go. . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books 26. Complete The Artist's Way #30in30 #birthday #manchesterbythesea #oscar #oscarnom #datenight #trufflepopcorn #nitehawkpopcorn @nitehawkcinema (at Nitehawk Cinema)

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The nominees are out... here's the list for best picture for the Oscars. I've seen one of the nine pictures. Who wants to go to the movies?? . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books 26. Complete The Artist's Way #30in30 #birthday #lalaland #lalalandmovie #arrival #fences #hacksawridge #hellorhighwater #hiddenfigures #lion #manchesterbythesea #moonlight

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Unofficially started my Oscar nominees movie screenings with @alcicero . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books 26. Complete The Artist's Way #30in30 #birthday #lalaland #oscars #movies #datenight (at Nitehawk Cinema)

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Crochet a scarf ✔️ After a lot of hours of practice, burry vision, and pulling out stitches, I completed my scarf. Thanks to @rj0287 for his support and guidance as I learned how to do the double stitch. I'm eager now to make a hat. Any simple patterns out there?. . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf✔️ 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books 26. Complete The Artist's Way #30in30 #birthday #crochet #scarf #red #doublestitch

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Spent some of my relaxing Wednesday creating my vision board. I've been skeptical in the past but people swear by it. Now that we're all '16 going on '17, this is my way of visualizing the best year possible for myself. I've had visions for myself at a young age and I feel like those dreams have disappeared. I'm trying to bring them into reality now, especially as I transition to 30. #whatalife #inspiredtocreate #waytogrow #discoveryourtrueself #susperstar #modelcitizen #onthetop #power #howfarwillyoutakeit #icanhandleanything #theperfecttimetostart #peopleoftheyear #uniquetravwlexperiences #smartandorganized #hottie #beautiful #sharethelove #sparklingstartup #newtwists #learnfrommistakes (at Bedford–Stuyvesant, Brooklyn)

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Progress. . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books 26. Complete The Artist's Way #30in30 #birthday #scarf #crochet #red #progress #stitchbystitch

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Step one for #21 - crocheting a scarf . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books #30in30 #birthday #crochet #scarf #winter #red

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#Fbf from my very first triathlon September 2008 when I came in dead last. My friends were there till the very end to to cheer me on. After that race I realized that I only wanted to do running races and I plan to continue with more #5k's this spring. Thank to @juliekelly23 for sending me these AMAZING memories. . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books #30in30 #birthday #triathlon #sprint #igetbywithalittlehelpfrommyfriends #runner #run #swim #bike #swimbikerun #lastplace #skaneatles

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Open up your mail! ✔️ for #24. . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a special restaurant - blue hill farm 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books #30in30 #birthday #holidaycards #breaktheinternet #dontbreakthetradition @kimkardashian @papermagazine

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Heading into the year of 30 saying HELLO 2017 with balance thanks to @laurenmel2287. . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a unique restaurant 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards ✔️ 25. Read the Harry Potter books #30in30 #birthday #hello2017 #balance #gifts #thegiftoffriendship #gorjana #thankful

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Living in another country may have been on my list if I didn't already do it. In 2008 I studied abroad in Valencia, Spain with these crazy kids. Every year since then we've done the best job possible of having a reunion filled with reminiscing and catching up. This year my 30in30 was a topic of conversation. I talked about the 5k and previewed my holiday cards. It's so special to hear that people are following my journey and enjoying the ride. Share with your friends and keep the love and suggestions coming. I still need 5 more items on the list. . . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Complete a running race - 5k ✔️ 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a unique restaurant 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards 25. Read the Harry Potter books #30in30 #birthday #valencia #spain #aip #ualbany #studyabroad #ualbanystudyabroad #reunion #valenciareunion (at Woodlawn, Bronx)

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5k complete! I ran non stop and finished with a time of 35:05. I am so proud of myself for pushing myself and not giving up. A special thanks to @nikovenev for staying with me during the race. I will definitely run another 5k and hopefully maintain a pace under 10 minute/mile. It feels really special to have friends share in this journey with me and show their support while they also achieve their own goals. 📸cred: @nikovenev @rj0287 @jodes107 . . . . . . . This is a series of posts journaling my journey leading up to and during my 30th year. I will be working to complete 30 things during the next year and a half that comprise personal, touristy, professional, and FUN #goals. Here is the list so far... 1. Race of some sort (5k?) 2. Drive a Ferrari 3. Eat at a unique restaurant 4. Take a mental health day 5. Mend broken friendship 6. Perform 7. Take an Improv class 8. Learn to Surf 9. Central Park Carriage ride 10. Go to the Top of the rock 11. Journal/publish writing 12. Attend NSTA Conference LA 13. Learn to Play piano 14. Keep a plant alive 15. Perfect gel mani 16. Perfect 3 traditional recipes by memory (apple pie) 17. Record podcast 18. Trapeze at seaport 19. Host a themed dinner party 20. Take a day to Hike a new trail 21. Crochet a scarf 22. Watch all of the movies nominated for best picture (oscars) . 23. Go on at 30th birthday trip 24. Send holiday cards #30in30 #birthday #running #5k #nycturkeytrot #race #friendsthatruntogetherstaytogether #turkeytrotters #rooseveltisland (at Roosevelt Island)