Tuesday, April 4, 2017
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Thursday, March 30, 2017
Teacher Friends & Homeschool parents: Would any of you be willing to be a part of my resource BETA testing group? If you didn't know, I am a school director and occasional teacher in a multi-age, international missionary school in Tijuana, Mexico. Our families are all missionaries and I create a lot of our curriculum to help supplement what the families are already using. I also sell these materials on a site called TeachersPayTeachers (at bit.ly/TPTbySheril). The money made from those sales goes back into our education department to help provide affordable quality education for our missionary families. Benefits include: • FREE teaching resources to use in your classrooms or with your families! This would be FOR YOU ONLY (not to be freely shared with your friends and cowokers, it's a perk). • First crack at the products and once they go live you will still have them for FREE! • You get to help make them the BEST THING EVER! Expectations: • Honest feedback on the resource & how it works or doesn't work with your kids • Ideas of types of things you as a teacher/homeschooler are looking for to help make your life easier • Ideas of age/grade level appropriate activities (I have ideas but not sure what grade level since I don't teach in a traditional school setting) • Once we've perfected them, help spread the word & share it with friends & coworkers and tell them where they can purchase it.
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Thank you for your prayers concerning my computer. It is still out of commission and I think it's not trying to communicate with me via morse code! (See video). I'm hopefully having it looked at this weekend. So on top of being without a computer, my phone decided to also start acting up today!! #whenitrainsitpours #amIright If anyone has recently upgraded and has an iPhone 4s 16gb or greater and would like to donated it to a missionary, I would be very grateful! Can be sent to: Sheril Brasher 100 West 35th Street, Suite R National City, CA 91950 Please not that I HATE asking for things for myself so this is not an easy post to write. Thank you for "listening". http://bit.ly/1u8w7ey - if you feel led!
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Thursday, March 23, 2017
Prayers appreciated: my work computer/laptop is acting up & not wanting to charge. It's not the cable, it's a component on the actual computer. It's way over warranty & I'm assuming we didn't cover it past a year. I'm concerned that it might be on its last. I desperately need this computer to work! I know this may seem trivial to you in the grand scheme of things but I know that my God cares about the trivial things as much as He cares about the big things! For me, this is a big thing! As a missionary I rely solely on the generous donations of friends & family. I don't have the money to replace my MacBook Pro. But God does! He can release those funds in His timing! Thank you for your prayers & "listening" to me rant! http://bit.ly/1u8w7ey - if you feel led
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Wednesday, March 22, 2017
We have a couple of students that are struggling with their cutting skills and I found these scissors that I think will help! Anyone want to purchase a couple pairs for our classroom?? Amazon has these: http://amzn.to/2n8Dqql Can be shipped to: Little Builders Preschool ATTN: Sheril Brasher 100 West 35th Street, Suite R National City, CA 91950 Thanks in advance!
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We have a couple of students that are struggling with their cutting skills and I found these scissors that I think will help! Anyone want to purchase a couple pairs for our classroom?? Amazon has these: http://amzn.to/2n8Dqql Can be shipped to: Little Builders Preschool ATTN: Sheril Brasher 100 West 35th Street, Suite R National City, CA 91950 Thanks in advance!
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Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Saturday, March 18, 2017
I'll be placing an order on Friday, March 24, 2017. If you would like to add something to my order, let me know! Payment is due via PayPal (sherilbrasher@mac.com) or direct deposit (message me if you would like this option) at time of order. * Please $8 for shipping if not in San Diego or with YWAM SDB. Some suggestions: Lime Vitality 5ml - Great for adding a fresh taste to Guacamole or as a fresh addition to your morning water. Retail $10.00 Citronella 15ml - Great way to fend off those outdoor seasonal annoyances. Retail $30.00 Thieves Household Cleaner 14.4oz - Get a head start on your Spring Cleaning with a non-toxic, all natural cleaner. With this super concentrated cleaner you will have plenty to clean the whole house with lots left over. Retail $32
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I'll be placing an order on Friday, March 24, 2017. If you would like to add something to my order, let me know! Payment is due via PayPal (sherilbrasher@mac.com) or direct deposit (message me if you would like this option) at time of order. * Please $8 for shipping if not in San Diego or with YWAM SDB. Some suggestions: Lime Vitality 5ml - Great for adding a fresh taste to Guacamole or as a fresh addition to your morning water. Retail $10.00 Citronella 15ml - Great way to fend off those outdoor seasonal annoyances. Retail $30.00 Thieves Household Cleaner 14.4oz - Get a head start on your Spring Cleaning with a non-toxic, all natural cleaner. With this super concentrated cleaner you will have plenty to clean the whole house with lots left over. Retail $32
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Friday, March 17, 2017
Absolutely love this incredible community! These young adults are world changers, so watch out!! So honored to do life with them! They are the leaders, I'm just along for the ride! Parents, thank you for entrusting me with your kiddos, your most precious possessions. I'm humbled by the opportunity! S.T.E.V.E. - you guys are amazing. Remember to find your identity in Him.
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Thursday, March 16, 2017
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
A friend worked with foster and adoptive children for 10 years. They saw lots of damage in those little lives. Some of you were in the system. Some of you were not but know someone who was. Some of you are adopting those kids who are. I thank you, truly, you are a hero in my eyes. Taking on someone else's life issues not knowing them can leave you feeling helpless. Today I want to give you hope. THE RECONNECT KIT. It's awesome and it's just back today through Young Living. It's such a great kit I have no idea how fast people will buy it. But I know that many of you who want to help that special someone will want to get it. * InTouch oil - supports focus and forming that emotional connection * Reconnect oil - supports occasional stubborn tendencies, relationship bonding * SleepyIze - trust me, you'll sleep with this one! A favorite by far * GeneYus - great at supporting a healthy brain and activating it Haven't you been asking for an answer - well today is just your day for it.... #5340 Price: $262.83 (Retail) $199.75 (wholesale member price - sign up as a member to get this price). http://bit.ly/1ffEfIk YOKES ARE DESTROYED AND BURDENS ARE REMOVED BECAUSE OF THE ANOINTING OIL. ISAIAH 10:27 #theoilyplunge The Oily Plunge
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A friend worked with foster and adoptive children for 10 years. They saw lots of damage in those little lives. Some of you were in the system. Some of you were not but know someone who was. Some of you are adopting those kids who are. I thank you, truly, you are a hero in my eyes. Taking on someone else's life issues not knowing them can leave you feeling helpless. Today I want to give you hope. THE RECONNECT KIT. It's awesome and it's just back today through Young Living. It's such a great kit I have no idea how fast people will buy it. But I know that many of you who want to help that special someone will want to get it. * InTouch oil - supports focus and forming that emotional connection * Reconnect oil - supports occasional stubborn tendencies, relationship bonding * SleepyIze - trust me, you'll sleep with this one! A favorite by far * GeneYus - great at supporting a healthy brain and activating it Haven't you been asking for an answer - well today is just your day for it.... #5340 Price: $262.83 (Retail) $199.75 (wholesale member price - sign up as a member to get this price). http://bit.ly/1ffEfIk YOKES ARE DESTROYED AND BURDENS ARE REMOVED BECAUSE OF THE ANOINTING OIL. ISAIAH 10:27 #theoilyplunge The Oily Plunge
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Tuesday, March 14, 2017
I'm a supporter of my friends who are Business Owners and Direct Sales Reps! BUSINESS BOOSTS!! Comment with the link to your company, THEN POST THIS STATUS ON YOUR WALL to share the love. If one of my friends/family is interested in your business, they will be in contact with you. 😄 Must follow all rules for your business to stay ... if not, another person will get the option to share their same company. Sharing the post does not count.😉 **One rep per company ** I'll start with mine in the first comment
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Friday, March 10, 2017
Someone recently sent the #ywampreschool at #ywamsdb some awesome new activities but it didn't come with a note so we don't know who to properly thank!!! If you sent us something from our #Amazon #WistList please let me know so we can give you our gratitude. #littlebuilderspreschool #littlebuilders #ywamsdm ======================== • Melissa & Doug Snap Color & Match • Melissa & Doug Tangram Game • Squeaky Snacky Squirrel Game • Life Cycle Set of 3 (Honey Bee, Butterfly & Bean Plant)
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Someone recently sent the #ywampreschool at #ywamsdb some awesome new activities but it didn't come with a note so we don't know who to properly thank!!! If you sent us something from our #Amazon #WistList please let me know so we can give you our gratitude. #littlebuilderspreschool #littlebuilders #ywamsdm ======================== • Melissa & Doug Snap Color & Match • Melissa & Doug Tangram Game • Squeaky Snacky Squirrel Game • Life Cycle Set of 3 (Honey Bee, Butterfly & Bean Plant)
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Thursday, March 9, 2017
Big day today, prayers appreciated! Preschool Picture Day Middle school teaching Elementary student tutoring Youth group meeting (Go STEVE) •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Yes, you read that all correctly. I am a preschool teacher & director, middle school teacher, an elementary school tutor and a youth pastor (again). I love my life! Pray for wisdom, guidance & direction!! Thanks!
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Wednesday, March 8, 2017
Thursday, March 2, 2017
Interested in supporting our missionary preschool, Little Builders Preschool & Foundation School, in a very practical way? Send us something from our Amazon Wish List: http://bit.ly/1yDTi3b Prices range from $1.45 to $175.00. (majority are $10 & under) Items range from miniature figures to stickers, boxes and trays to paint. Most items are also PRIME so if you have that, FREE SHIPPING, YAY!! #missions #supportingeducation #missionarylife #preschoolteacherlife #teacherlife #educationinmexico #mexicomissions
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Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Saturday, February 25, 2017
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
I'm placing an essential oils order on Friday, February 24!! Let me know what you need or are interested in. ***Payment must be made via paypal (sherilbrasher@mac.com) at time of order. **** Suggestions: Peppermint - GREAT for respiratory support, muscular support and digestive support. {$30 for 15ML or $15 for 5ML} Lavender - GREAT for integumentary support (aka all things skin related), helps promote rest & relaxation. {$30 for 15ML or $16 for 5ML} Thieves - GREAT for immune support, respiratory support, plus it smells like CHRISTMAS!!! {$45 for 15ML or $19 for 5ml} Replacement items: Thieves Laundry Detergent - SUPER Concentrated and your laundry will come out clean and smelling amazing plus is all natural with no toxins! {$40 for about 64 loads} Thieves Household Cleaner - SUPER Concentrated and cleans literally EVERYTHING (every surface and every mess). {$29 for 14.4 floz which can make up to 40 bottles of general cleaning making it around $0.73 each} I can ship to you if you aren't local!! Please add an additional $8 for shipping! Looking for something specific?? Let me know, I can help you out! I've personally seen incredible results over the last several years using Essential Oils in various ways around the house and support my body's natural abilities. #essentialoils #theoilyplunge #taketheoilyplunge #youngliving #immunitysupport #boostyourimmunesystem #natural #healthy #respiratory
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I'm placing an essential oils order on Friday, February 24!! Let me know what you need or are interested in. ***Payment must be made via paypal (sherilbrasher@mac.com) at time of order. **** Suggestions: Peppermint - GREAT for respiratory support, muscular support and digestive support. {$30 for 15ML or $15 for 5ML} Lavender - GREAT for integumentary support (aka all things skin related), helps promote rest & relaxation. {$30 for 15ML or $16 for 5ML} Thieves - GREAT for immune support, respiratory support, plus it smells like CHRISTMAS!!! {$45 for 15ML or $19 for 5ml} Replacement items: Thieves Laundry Detergent - SUPER Concentrated and your laundry will come out clean and smelling amazing plus is all natural with no toxins! {$40 for about 64 loads} Thieves Household Cleaner - SUPER Concentrated and cleans literally EVERYTHING (every surface and every mess). {$29 for 14.4 floz which can make up to 40 bottles of general cleaning making it around $0.73 each} I can ship to you if you aren't local!! Please add an additional $8 for shipping! Looking for something specific?? Let me know, I can help you out! I've personally seen incredible results over the last several years using Essential Oils in various ways around the house and support my body's natural abilities. #essentialoils #theoilyplunge #taketheoilyplunge #youngliving #immunitysupport #boostyourimmunesystem #natural #healthy #respiratory
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Does anyone have any gently used homeschool curriculum or reference materials (like encyclopedias, etc) that you & your family are no longer using and would be willing to donate to our missionary families and schools?? Any subject, any grade level, any publisher. Let me know below if you have stuff & would like to send so I know to be on the lookout. If you would like to donate materials to us, you can send them to: Sheril Brasher YWAM San Diego/Baja 100 West 35th Street, Suite R National City, CA 91950 #ywamsdb #education #missions
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Does anyone have any gently used homeschool curriculum or reference materials (like encyclopedias, etc) that you & your family are no longer using and would be willing to donate to our missionary families and schools?? Any subject, any grade level, any publisher. Let me know below if you have stuff & would like to send so I know to be on the lookout. If you would like to donate materials to us, you can send them to: Sheril Brasher YWAM San Diego/Baja 100 West 35th Street, Suite R National City, CA 91950 #ywamsdb #education #missions
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Saturday, February 18, 2017
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
I had a "YAY" moment last week in our preschool. For those who don't know, I am the director & a teacher of a preschool serving our missionary families in Tijuana, Mexico. We are multi-cultural and multi-lingual. I had very little Montessori exposure about 12 years ago before I became a missionary when I nannied for a family that attended a Montessori school. When looking for something completely different last summer I stumbled across a Montessori website or youtube channel and got sucked in. We started implementing some of the principles and works into our class and after a HUGE renovation to the school last summer we officially made the transition into a more Montessori-focused (we are not officially trained and aren't an official Montessori school) school but that transition has been a little difficult. This is partially due to some teachers not fully grasping the philosophy and methods (my fault) and trying to introduce a whole new way of learning to all of the kids at once (we have ages 1-6 split more like a traditional Montessori school). Most of my time was spent redirecting a child to find an activity to do as well as teaching a new one to a student. Finally, last Thursday as I was walking through the classroom, I was in awe of the fact that everyone had come in, put their stuff away, picked an activity and was quietly & respectfully working. They were speaking with respect to others while not disturbing those who were working and my other teachers were quietly working alongside students as well. I was so elated!! YAY!!!! #smallvictories #noteveryday #butilltakeit
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This was from a sermon about a month ago by my pastor (Dr. Kirk Walters) at my home church in Birmingham, AL but this quote totally resonates with me & it is something that has come up in several one on ones that I've had recently. Often times it is as simple as asking God what He wants to teach us during those moments of hurt & pain and other times it is a conscious decision to allow growth to happen out of that pain. We can't control the circumstances but we can control our reaction and what we do with the outcome. Give it to God, focus on Him instead & ask Him to show you something outside of yourself. When we stop focusing on our hurt & pain, He can bring that healing that we so desperately need and we can see the healing that He is offering!!! #preach #truth #beautyfromashes
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Sunday, February 12, 2017
The awesome kids at my home church, Metropolitan Church, helped lead worship in big church today. My niece even got to sing a solo part. Check out her song starting at about 20:00 into the video. Just before this song, Ms Kellie, our Children's Pastor, tells an awesome story about Walt Disney's daughter. Check it out! Feel free to stick around for an incredible message as well. #proudaunt #churchofmyGod #churchofGod #cog #worship #bigchurch #kidsinbigchurch #metrocogbhm #metrocog
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Saturday, February 11, 2017
Friday, February 10, 2017
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
{Not looking for a debate, looking for honest understanding from both sides} With the confirmation of Betsy DeVos as the new Secretary of Education in the US today, I'm curious as to WHY you oppose or approve this?? Living in Mexico and working in the field of education, I'm honestly curious because I haven't been following this nomination very closely but I'm hearing very polarizing information (she wants to shut down all public schools OR she wants to allow parents to choose which school their children attend; she has absolutely no idea what she's doing OR she is an expert in alternative education means; etc). Please, respectfully, give your thoughts & opinions below (with sources when possible) on the YAY or NAY of this confirmation. I'm truly trying to understand. Thank you for being respectful & know that if things get nasty, your comments will be deleted.
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Monday, February 6, 2017
Teachers & Homeschool Families: FYI - Everything in my Teachers Pay Teachers site will be 20% off for the next 2 days (Feb 7-8). Go check it out & help support our missionary schools here in Mexico with YWAM San Diego/Baja. http://bit.ly/TPTbySheril Looking for something specific?? Maybe I can help you out & make it for you. Let me know!! Ps, I will be hosting a GIVEAWAY on our Preschool Facebook Page this week. Head over to check out the details: Little Builders Preschool & Foundation School
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Friday, February 3, 2017
If you are interested in helping with the education of our missionary kiddos, one of the easiest ways you can do that is by donating some reference & resource books and materials! Here are some suggestions: Scholastic Discover More Books: http://amzn.to/2jH68jy General Amazon Wish List: http://bit.ly/1yDTi3b
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Thursday, February 2, 2017
Wednesday, February 1, 2017
My current thoughts on life in general, take them as you will. There is a reason that the flight attendants say in case of loss of cabin pressure place your mask on first & then help your child or those around you. If you are passed out because of lack of oxygen, you literally can't help anyone else. There is a reason that it is said "if you aren't taking care of yourself, you can't take care of others". If you aren't taking the time you need to take care of yourself & you end up sick, it does nothing for those in need of your care. There are times in life where being selfish (or self care) is important. If you continually give and give and give but don't take time to refuel or be selfish, your sustainability will be non-existent. This life that we have been given is a marathon, not a sprint. You have to pace yourself or you will not be able to finish. You also have to take care of yourself along the entire journey in order to complete the race. I want to see all people succeed in life. We need to be learning self care. Anyways, those are my thoughts and opinions. Love you all!! Take care of yourself & your families. God's blessings to each of you! If I can pray for you tonight, please don't hesitate to ask.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Sunday, January 29, 2017
When your dinner is colorful, you document it! #veggies #yumo #eatyourveggies #eattherainbow #delish #fitnesschallenge2017
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Saturday, January 28, 2017
Friday, January 27, 2017
Thursday, January 26, 2017
Conversations with a 3 year old: Ya-Ya: We will live with Jesus in a castle. Where will we sleep? Me: I think Jesus will have a room for us, you think? Ya-Ya: Awe, but I'll miss my toys!! Me: Do you think Jesus will have toys in your room?? Ya-Ya: Yeah! But will I have a bed? Me: Well, Jesus was a carpenter which means He built things. I think He can build you a bed. Ya-Ya: Yeah, I want a princess bed with a horsie and a canopy. And you can have one too & sleep in my room and when the sun comes up I'll say, wake up, it's morning ms sheril. But where will Jesus sleep? Me: I think He will have His own room, what do you think? Ya-Ya: Yeah, I think so. #preschoolteacherlife #priorities #princessbed
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Wednesday, January 25, 2017
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Thursday, January 12, 2017
I'm getting ready to go live on my oily Facebook page, fb.com/theoilyplunge Make sure you head over! I'm talking dry skin & my new favorite product! There may also be a giveaway, hint hint!! You don't want to miss it!! #theoilyplunge #taketheoilyplunge #essentialoils #oilinfusedproducts
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Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Boom, baby!! #genius #justsayin "Congratulations on the perfect score! You just aced this general knowledge test! While most people would be fooled by all of these questions, you could answer all of them in your sleep. You've been the smartest friend around since first grade, and you're keeping that title with this flawless quiz score! No need to convince us you're a genius! WAY TO GO, ya brainiac, you!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽"
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Monday, January 9, 2017
Sunday, January 8, 2017
According to this totally legit internet psychologist (I mean it seriously knows me, I had to sign in with Facebook to get these results): Sheril, you have a magnetic personality which is absolutely hard to resist. And that also sometimes makes people envious of you. Your result shows the amazing and wonderful qualities that make you one of a kind. No wonder, Sheril stands for attention at any hour of the day. People who know you well appreciate your sensitive personality. You are warmhearted and always available for the people around you. You are an extraordinary role model for everybody! 😜
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Thursday, January 5, 2017
I made it home to Mexico, yay! Now I gotta unpack, settle in, clean up & figure out something to eat in my very limited food stash that fits in with my fast with my church/nutritional plan with the fitness challenge at YWAM! Looks like it's peanut butter & kale chips again for the win!!!
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