https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 06:06:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials/page/2#post-2141734 Mon, 31 Aug 2020 14:05:44 +0000 Angie 2141734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Mainelady,</b> it feels like we're dealing with lots of moving targets these days, doesn't it! I'm glad you're surrounded by capable and supportive people. That helps big time! And so does the gift of time, your wisdom, and excellent attitude. Good luck! Glad the backpack worked out </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials/page/2#post-2141631 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 22:39:14 +0000 Mainelady 2141631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fashintern, lyn67, Nemosmom and Rachylou, thank you. Your words warm my heart.<br />&nbsp; Cardiffgirl, yes, it is daunting. I am working to not look too far ahead and to focus on what I can do in the moment. I will follow your orders and avoid germs!<br />&nbsp;Staysfit, I cried when I read your post. Your words reached into my heart and I really appreciate your kindness. Yes, we need to help our children (and selves) build resiliency. They need to be strong in body, mind, spirit and in the belief they can learn and do new things, Having a growth mindset is critical to success.<br />&nbsp; Angie, thank you so much. I work with the best people and we are rallying like never before. There is soooo much to do and things are new and keep changing. It is kind of hard to keep up, but keep up we must. The children do not join us for remote instruction until the 8th so we have more time to try and figure things out. We have until the 28th of Sept before they arrive in our classrooms, so I am focusing on the gift of time.<div>&nbsp;My goal for this year is to replace anxiety with acceptance for the things out of my control and with advocacy for the things that will help. So far, this strategy is working and action, any kind of action is better than the inaction that anxiety sometimes creates.&nbsp;</div><div>My Herschel backpack arrived over the weekend. It is stylish and very functional....even better than I had hoped for. It is already in my car ready to get to work!</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials/page/2#post-2141550 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 14:41:14 +0000 Angie 2141550@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hang in there, <b>Mainelady.</b> I can only imagine how stressful it all is. YOU ARE DOING GREAT. It will get easier.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2141527 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 11:13:18 +0000 Staysfit 2141527@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mainelady, you are one of the most remarkable people I have met on this forum, &nbsp;kudos to you for your positive attitude and creativity. Looking stylish in the midst of a crisis gets you even more bonus points! &nbsp; &nbsp;I love those neck things to help prevent ear chafing from mask loops, and I also have used hair clips to pull the elastics back from my ears. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>I had a discussion with the resident I supervise about how this generation of children will be impacted by the pandemic. &nbsp;Our discussion focused on ways to help build resiliency. The most important element for developing resiliency in children is having at least one supportive and consistent adult presence, often not a parent, who models the emotional strengths and coping strategies necessary to manage difficult situations. I believe you to be the type of adult who embodies these traits and serves this role for children. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Not only do you need to be mindful of your own safety, but you will be helping to manage the anxieties of your students, many of whom will be fearful, and will struggle with the changes in the way their school day is run. &nbsp;I wish you the best as you approach this challenge. &nbsp;I hope everyone remains healthy and safe. &nbsp;<br /></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2141516 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 08:43:27 +0000 Cardiff girl 2141516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Best of luck with this.It must be very daunting but you look your usual fab,poised self.No picking up any nasty germs now,that’s an order.l want to see you looking as fab come Christmas as you do now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2141244 Fri, 28 Aug 2020 20:30:10 +0000 rachylou 2141244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking good! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2141154 Fri, 28 Aug 2020 14:09:57 +0000 nemosmom 2141154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look poised and fab, Mainelady! Best of luck to you this year! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2141109 Fri, 28 Aug 2020 11:20:35 +0000 lyn67 2141109@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are as stylish as ever, Mainelady!:-)&nbsp; Did never think of bands for ear relief(???!) but seems really a great idea my ears used to&nbsp; ache already after just 1 hour of wearing a mask:-(.&nbsp; Wish you and your students a great start in the new schooling year! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2141105 Fri, 28 Aug 2020 11:11:36 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2141105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look ready for anything! That’s good, because who knows what else this year will throw at us. Love the jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2141101 Fri, 28 Aug 2020 10:27:31 +0000 Mainelady 2141101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Karie, I am wishing you the very best as you prepare for and take on this new adventure in education. We have had 3 days of PD, with 5 more to go before we begin a 3 week stint of remote learning, prior to in person. I can’t believe I am already thinking TGIF. This. Is. A. Lot. &nbsp;We will find our way, but it is going to take careful steps and some time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140922 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 12:25:42 +0000 Karie 2140922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look stylish and ready to take on the new school year! We go back September 8 for PD days and the students return on the 14th. It’s going to be a different year for sure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140902 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 09:38:03 +0000 Mainelady 2140902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Joy. Yes, I am calling for assistance from many Patron Saints, primarily for children and travel (journey). I wonder if there is a Patron Saint for Solidarity. We are in this together and that is how we will succeed.<br />&nbsp; Thank you, Jamie! I am as ready as I can be. Things keep changing, but I am trying to replace anxiety with acceptance. It is taking some self talk and coaching, but I am making some progress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140885 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 03:00:46 +0000 Jaime 2140885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look smashing and ready to take on what comes at you! Best of luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140878 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 02:34:42 +0000 Anonymous 2140878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have the most wonderful attitude and your family and community benefit. I love the outfit. It will be fab on remote or in person. You are right. This is a great time for a Saint Christopher or other protective medal.<br /> Stay optimistic and healthy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140857 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 22:21:26 +0000 Mainelady 2140857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you slim at. The top is navy and white, but I will surely wear this jacket with black and white, too. &nbsp;I like the autumnal shade of the jacket and find it works well with most of the other colors I wear.<br />&nbsp; Laurie, I can’t wait to meet my students on Sept 8th, even though we will be remote for 3 weeks, &nbsp;The children are why I love teaching and why finding new avenues to teach are worth the work.<br />&nbsp; Thank you JAileen and KellyGirl. &nbsp;Getting dressed to leave the house and GO to work today felt really good.<br />&nbsp; BarbaraDiane and TG, thank you for the layers of protective bubbles! There is no question that stress is part of the job, but I think that is true for everyone right now.<br />&nbsp; TG, your comment made me laugh! I am kind of a recovering Catholic, myself and most days am more spiritual than religious. Sorry about any white knuckle driving you have needed to do, but yes, there are times when “always and forever” some of my Catholic practices have come rushing to rescue me during my darkest moments. Peace and protection come in many forms. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140855 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 22:08:24 +0000 Mainelady 2140855@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you suntiger. I have a few cargo jackets and I will put them to good use during the PD days (8 of them).<br />&nbsp; Thank you kkards. We have the best and most supportive community. We want to show them that we can and will connect with and educate their children, no matter what format they choose.<br />&nbsp; CristelJ , thank you. I am not sure I have that much courage, but I do have optimism and I choose to believe we will figure things out, instead of dwell in negativity. The only way through this is forward.<br />&nbsp; Anchie and Runcarla, Thank you. I am starting off well rested and that is a huge plus. &nbsp;I am glad I look ready. Inside I am not always as confident, but I want my colleagues and students to be, so I shall try my best.<br />&nbsp; Thank you RobinF, Jenn and Cindysmith. I really like the jacket and adding a topper is something I haven’t done since mid March. It felt good to add another piece and this morning the temps dictated a warmer layer.<br />&nbsp; Angie, thank you. KILLER is a big boost to my mood! &nbsp;I have my moments and I have plenty of doubts and concerns, but they do not serve me as well as being proactive and active do. If I spend too long in the land of worry I find it is really hard to practice the gratitude that is so important. &nbsp;I am just finding ways to lift myself up and if that gives others a little hope, then that makes me happy.<br />&nbsp; Catherine, I think I was born to be prepared. &nbsp;When I am not, it makes me soooo uncomfortable.&nbsp;<div>&nbsp;&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140842 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 20:35:55 +0000 Helena 2140842@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful and ready to tackle the classroom. Talking to several teacher friends lately and I can imagine the stress you must be under. Adding an extra layer to Barbara Diane's bubble of protection and love!</p> <p>I love that you have your St. Christopher medal with you. Funny story - a Facebook post memory popped up today where I said something "No matter where my spiritual wanderings may take me, when driving through torrential rain I will always and forever be a Catholic girl". :D&nbsp; I can picture myself white-knuckling the steering wheel while asking St. Christopher to protect me - as I trust he will protect you too xx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140815 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 17:56:00 +0000 Barbara Diane 2140815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great.<br /> Sending a bubble of protection around you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140793 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 16:00:59 +0000 kellygirl 2140793@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look terrific! Approachable and stylish! Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140790 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 15:51:05 +0000 JAileen 2140790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great - you always do. &nbsp;Stay safe! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140787 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 15:40:45 +0000 Laurie 2140787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful outfit, and you look ready to take it all on. Very best of luck to you. Lucky students to have you back! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140780 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 15:04:21 +0000 slim cat 2140780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love black and white outfit #1 ( or maybe it's navy with white - still classic ) but the jacket in #3 takes it on another level ( fab look )!<br />Nice belt and bracelet.&nbsp;<br />Best of luck in the new adventures! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140777 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 14:54:20 +0000 catherine 2140777@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good luck. You are certainly sartorially and attitudinally prepared. I wish you the best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140772 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 14:40:04 +0000 Angie 2140772@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER</p> <p>You look and are fab in ever way!</p> <p>Just soooooo impressed with everything, <b>Mainelady</b>. You are stylish, upbeat, proactive and prepared. An inspiration :)</p> <p>GOOD LUCK.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140755 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 14:13:16 +0000 cindysmith 2140755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140752 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 14:09:05 +0000 Jenn 2140752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fantastic, and ready to face whatever this strange school year throws at you. Best of luck out there in the "new normal." </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140738 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:33:43 +0000 RobinF 2140738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hope it all works out well!</p> <p>Great outfit, I love that jacket. You look ready!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140735 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:23:56 +0000 Carla 2140735@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look rested, happy, and approachable, no matter the turmoil you may be feeling inside. &nbsp;Take care, Mainelady. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140729 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 12:41:52 +0000 anchie 2140729@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fabulous and ready to take on whatever comes your way. Stay healthy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-school-with-new-essentials#post-2140726 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 12:35:21 +0000 ChristelJ 2140726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look beautiful and completely ready for the new classroom with your smart essentials. Most of all, your courage and optimism shine through. My heartfelt wishes for a smooth and safe school year for you. </p>