Goodwill Cheerleader and Teachers of the future.

So I'm not a big shopper. I don't really like to shop. I know, blasphemy and all that since I am a WOMAN. But I have my reasons. I can never find a bargain, and if I do, it's not in the size I need. I don't like crowds and I hate trying on clothes. It's a part of me I'm not ashamed of. My husband complains that I spend too much money, but it isn't on myself. I shop usually only when I have to...like if the kids are running low on socks. I think my kids think those things are disposable like paper towels. Anyway, I digress from the original reason for this post. I went shopping today with my sisters. No, not to the mall.....GAG. We hit the Goodwill! What an amazing place that is! I never imagined that I could have so much fun in a place where you shop! The bargins to be had! (I'm just gonna end every sentance in an exclaimation point for effect!) I found a mismatched set of china for a mere $10, a naked Barbie for a dime and my favorite find......a Barry Manilow photo cube paper weight!!!!! I was shocked and amazed at the yard sale wonders I found. And after the inital giggles and snorts wore off, I actually did find some good things. I got Grace some Old Navy jeans that still had the tag on them for $1.50. I also got Justin some t shirts, cause he's not picky and loves Goodwill/Yardsale castoffs. He's quirky like that. The best buy of the day had to be Piper's find. She is now the proud owner of a lovely Giraffe Halloween costume (still with tags) AND a Unicorn costume that looks like she's riding it when she puts it on. She was thrilled, so the day was a success! Of course there will be no convincing her that she needs to save these for Halloween....she'll wear them both around the house on a daily basis. Best $9.00 I ever spent. As we were leaving the store, Avery (my niece who is 6) was going to put the cart back up. Piper suddenly yells out, "That's it Avery, GO GO GO!" while clapping and jumping up and down. It was hilarious. She's the Goodwill cheerleader! Everybody in the store turned to look and we were all cracking up. She's a hoot no matter where we are. After we left, we went to my sister Amber's house just to hang out. Amber's girls are constantly playing school at home. They take turns being the teacher and tape tons of papers around the house to every surface they can. I happened to notice a row of these papers taped to Amber's pantry door, and began reading room rules written by a 6 year old. You have to love "best guess" spelling. Most of the rules were understandable. Have supplies ready, don't talk when the teacher is talking and raise your hand. But the one that will stand out forever in my mind......Keep your lood parts to yourself. Yes, you read that right. I broke down laughing at that one, and have to wonder what kind of classroom she's subjected to daily. I have high hopes for that one.....pole dancer maybe??? (Just kidding, don't get all ruffled about it) Well, I'm home now, keeping my lood parts to myself and getting ready to start another work week. I think I'm gonna add that one to my rules in my classroom....sounds reasonable.