WORK WEEK IN MY LIFE // how it's really going as a working mom

[@ashleygher9325]

“I am much more than what I do for my profession” ❤ great reminder for us all! Are you working to live or living to work?

[@nika1513]

Yes!!!! On the playground. We got our daughter a playground for her first birthday and everyone thought we were crazy! But she loves it. She is 14 months and she can climb up the ladder and go down the slide all by her self (with supervision of course). Few more months and I’m sure she will master the rock wall also.

[@justplainpeachy9352]

Put in a huge sandbox. Make sure it is big enough for everyone to sit in it. We built a sandbox and then put the play set inside the sandbox. Our kids played for hours every day out there.

[@mrs.jessicaelaineholmes2137]

I say buy the play-set for the backyard! Also, I love this mom life, adult life, and work life balance of videos you’ve been given us. ❤❤❤

[@aracelylee346]

Emma, I can so relate to your desire to find balance. I decided to stay home after my 2nd child was born. I knew it was the right choice for our family but guess what??? When I was home with them I missed that other part of myself…being an educator, being creative, being able to put on a different hat. I have 3 children ages8,10, & 11. I just went back to work full time this year…I have learned that there are seasons in our lives. We can have it all just not at the same time. Balance is a tipping scale all the time. When I look back now I am sooo grateful to God that I was able to be home with my babies. It was hard and there were some tough days but I had peace about my decision. I am grateful to have been present. I had an identity crisis during that time…I had to figure out who I was without my role as teacher. There is no right or wrong answer for us mommas…you just have to get quiet and listen. You will know what the right choice for you and your family will be. Sending you and your sweet angel love 💗

[@emmagracejoens]

I looove how you worded that. Thank you for sharing. 💗💗

[@svitlanaivanenko9042]

You are an amazing teacher! Those kids are so blessed to have you with them when they might not have that at home.

[@emmagracejoens]

Oh thank you!🥹

[@emilybyrne0121]

I'm born and raised in Washington state and honestly rain makes me happiest! I love my state because we get all of the seasons but the side of the mountains I live on (Westside) it's not too extreme! It's nice to have Spring/Summer days but I'm weird and typically get seasonal depression in the summer because I miss cozy rainy days!

[@stephanieburgess8217]

Honestly I feel like being a first grade teacher is probably the hardest teacher position because you are responsible with teaching them to read. That is a huge responsibility.

[@mrs.jessicaelaineholmes2137]

As a first grade teacher I can relate to this! Especially if students didn’t grasp a solid foundation in kindergarten now you’re trying to teach them two grades at once! It’s been so hard.

[@chelseachandler99]

I 100% agree!! I taught 2nd grade for 10 years then jumped down to 1st and it was SO HARD!! This year I moved to Pre k and it is so much better than 1st!! First is so hard!

[@emmagracejoens]

I very much agree with this but I might be bias since I’ve never taught upper grades. But it’s definitely challenging- in the best ways!

[@jenniferalexander2337]

Your content always has a peaceful feel to it.

[@emmagracejoens]

Thanks so much🫶🫶

[@brittanylucas3711]

Montreal, Canada! Legit winter!! It's still freezing and snowy here 😣 Can't wait to be back in dresses, jean jackets, and sandals!! Spring break for my school was the week of Feb. 27-Mar.3rd. Also, as and Early childhood educator i think Jordan would be at the age that by the summer, she would typically LOVE sand/water tables for outdoor play, as wel las working on digging with shovels. Plus a little slide with steps to practice gross motor skills of walking up steps, and a low balance beam or walking stones to practice balance and eye foot coordination ◡̈

[@trishamoran1607]

Thank you for always being real about teaching and motherhood.

[@emmagracejoens]

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[@michellepoe761]

I’m a little behind in your videos but I hope you had a great spring break!! My girls spring break is April 3-10th and I can not wait!! You could get Jordan a Little Tykes playhouse for your backyard. I think she would love it!! Also in the summer you could get her a water table and a little baby pool.

[@lauraf80]

Also currently getting ready to begin spring break. So ready for it!

[@emilyclark8772]

Yeah playset!! My niece is 2 and has loved her playset since she could toddle. My sister has one with a slide and swings and she absolutely loves it.

[@aileengale9316]

Spring break right now. It feels so luxurious to sip my coffee in my PJs and watch your video on a Wednesday morning.

[@KellySpadini]

She’s definitely ready for a swing set with a baby swing!! She can grow into the rest later! I bet she’d also love a small little tikes slide! And a water table!

[@Earlyyearsinthebluffs]

I too live in the Midwest and sooooo can not wait for spring!! If I see another snowflake I think I just might scream….. 😂😂😂😂❄️

[@taylorcaitlyn6573]

Spring break is the weekend of Good Friday for us!

[@mirandagillman838]

I love your videos so much! I love how relatable and realistic you are. I love the happiness and positivity you spread as well. I have a hard time sometimes thinking I’m not where I should be because social media is just a highlight real but your videos bring me peace. Have a great spring break💛

[@emmagracejoens]

That means so much- thank you! 🫶

[@mariahandsons]

I just took my son, who is just days younger than Jordan, to the playground recently and he loves it! He climbed the stairs really well and I just follow behind him and we do the slides together and stuff!

[@emmachoiniere8156]

I live in Montreal (Canada) we have pretty long winters here. We usually have snow on the ground from November to April. Loving the weekly vlogs!

[@bfavaro1]

My local library does toy rentals for playsets and outdoor toys. Maybe check there and rent one for a few weeks before buying to see what is the right fit for her!

[@mariacortez7050]

My spring break is next week 3/20-3/24! Enjoy yours this week 😊☘️👏

[@ClaudiaSanchez-1991]

My spring break is April 7-14!!! In Southern CA we don’t really get a full winter except this year has been raining a lot and snowed in places that never snows!!🤷🏻‍♀️

[@cecicallejas6429]

6:57 the older they get the easier it gets sometimes lol my son just learned to say no so everything is no no lol but they are soo fun. I think a playground set would be so nice. Taking her to the playground to see how she does would be good. During the beginning of the summer my son didn’t play at all he would just run then around the end of August and Sept he loved the playground he climbed the stairs when on the slides.

[@natmichelle]

I absolutely loved that video Milena did. I’m home watching this vlog on a sick with a cold day. Your vlogs always make me feel better Emma! :)

[@AnnaVsVlogs]

Loved this! I don’t have spring break until the first week of April :(

[@mikaelabristol6081]

We have this whole upcoming week off, thank goodness! I’m looking forward to some much needed rest and relaxation! Enjoy your break!!

[@emmagracejoens]

Yay!!! Happy spring break!

[@ericapetre1422]

Legit winter here! I am so over it but we are getting more snow…joy By the way, I got my Dime products and I LOVE them!!

[@maddyzurn442]

From Minnesota and am SO ready for spring!

[@malissac7966]

My spring break isn’t until the first week of April

[@hilaryamelia425]

We got a small-ish metal swing set/slide when my oldest daughter was 2.5. Honestly I think any sooner than that and it would’ve been too big. We had a little tykes baby swing and got a lot of use out of that until she could sit in a big swing. I love your week in my life videos. I worked until I was able to stay home when my oldest was 3, and that tug and guilt you feel is so real. You’re doing a great job!💕

[@ritabarnes2440]

I live in West TN. We get all the seasons from 100 in summer to 0 in winter! Our fall is probably one of the most beautiful in the country. I too am ready for spring/summer. I totally agree that once we give it to the Lord and remember His timing is always right, that brings peace. I am retired but was a working parent/teacher for 36 years. I always felt blessed for the job as hours and time off are not matched by any other profession. I loved being a teacher and have recently started working two afternoons a week tutoring at school as I missed it.

[@shusain28]

Loved this video. I stayed home with my daughters for 8 yrs, blessed to do it, but I struggled being home some days too. Now I’m back to working as a 1st grade teacher- first time taking on full time! And it is so hard!!! I love how you discuss work life balance, and encouraging us to keep pushing forward. And I can totally relate to the repeated directions to your class 😂😂 why do we all sound the same haha ❤❤❤

[@whitneyatkins2354]

Loved this video! My spring break is April 3rd-April 8th!

[@matthewmok1575]

My 7 year old daughter Julia gets a week off school starting tomorrow reminding her to relax

[@rebeccaletitia2367]

Love these weeks in your life 💗 I’ve been watching since your teacher content and that’s what initially made me subscribe, but I’m loving your shift of content and new approach so much more. Sadly our spring break isn’t until the middle of April in Edinburgh 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 so still got a while to go! X

[@ravenerwin4797]

I super appreciate how real you are when it comes to all things teaching while also still maintaining a positive mindset. I’m getting ready to take a job teaching 8th grade ELA while still finishing up college (& did I mention I’m already a year ahead bc of dual credit classes 🫠), so I’ve been feeling ALL of the things as I get ready to take this leap. This has been my dream for SO long so I really battle feeling scared that I am romanticizing it in a way that will lead me to disappointment. That being said, it fills me with so much JOY to see teachers who still love teaching even on the hard days/weeks. So, THANK YOU!!

[@emmagracejoens]

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[@charityhaines3550]

Hi Emma! I just wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed this week's video. You are doing a great job of balancing the many different parts of your life. Thank you for being so open in sharing about your relationship with Christ. Enjoy your break!

[@emmagracejoens]

Thanks so much🥹

[@mrs.fletchersclass4684]

Thank you for your video:). My spring break starts March 27!

[@emmagracejoens]

So close!!!🎉

[@Jess_in_elementary]

I am also a teacher and mom to two little ones. Some days were hard to part with my kids and in the afternoons I was so tired to play which made me feel like a bad mom. Still today, I struggle with this but I know I am trying. Keep in mind, you get to play with yiur child other moms work a 3-11 pm job and only have weekends with their child. We (you) are a gift to your child. I part ways with my kids for a bit but when we meet after school they tell ke about their day, I tell them about mine. It's ok, just know we are trying.

[@emmagracejoens]

So true! And I do love the breaks I get with her as a teacher. I’m so grateful for that.💗

[@meganleech4552]

Our spring break is the first week of April!

[@ashleycollins1015]

Also live in the midwest...one day it is 60 and the next it is snowing haha

[@mattjohnson5489]

I live in Texas and the weather is unpredictable.

[@dailylifemom1046]

our spring break was from the 13th to 17 th

[@taylorwusk9712]

We have a short winter break during state basketball and spring break at Easter. But next year when I change districts it will be a whole week off!

[@catabreanrussell9251]

My spring break is now! March 13-17

[@Mare00711]

At her age a water table will be so fun for her! When it warms up.

[@emmagracejoens]

Oh great idea!!

[@lydiaconner5924]

What is the opening song? I can’t figure it out. Love it 💛

[@tarapulsford7957]

I am a sophomore in college and my spring break is march 20-26th

[@crystalstrong7049]

Little tykes makes a slide that's the right size for her age. She'll be able to still use it for another year or two. And it's in the $20 to $30 range on Amazon. Sometimes walmart has deals on it too. Also, chalk and a bubble machine are great outside toys as well (and decent prices being under $10). Also they make kid pools that she'll be able to use too. Around $10 to $15 dollars. Depending on the size you want to get

[@emmagracejoens]

I will have to check that out!! Thanks for the recommendations 💗

[@carolinestatz1955]

Spring break isn’t until the week after April😅 treading water until then lol

[@heathergustafson8945]

Love your videos so much! I am a kindergarten teacher and have a 19 month old daughter so I can relate to all your content! We got my daughter a play set for the backyard for her first birthday. She wasn’t able to fully use it until 16-17 months so Jordan should definitely be ready for it by this summer!

[@emmagracejoens]

Can I ask what play set you got?☺️

[@amywinders9780]

We have the same spring break time. This week

[@emmagracejoens]

Yay- enjoy!!

[@amywinders9780]

I am enjoying it. Also me and your daughter share the same birthday.

[@juliekillpack1077]

I needed to hear your message today!

[@emmagracejoens]

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[@MariaRodriguez-ws2gt]

I love this content Emma! ❤my spring break starts March 31st and ends in on April 7th. How long is your spring break? 😳

[@emmagracejoens]

Just one week!

[@briannavincent4658]

I love your daughter

[@chrisoulalakkas8968]

A ship is safe in harbor, but that's not what ships are for. William Shedd

[@catabreanrussell9251]

NEEDED THIS 6:55

[@emmagracejoens]

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[@plebyking5299]

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