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I enjoy being around people that make me laugh and that make me happy. I love to spread sunshine and spread positive vibes! I was 18 years old in this picture and although I don't remember what I was laughing at, it must have been funny!

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I was born and raised in Pfafftown, North Carolina. Pfafftown is a small, southern, town on the outskirts of Winston-Salem. I love my hometown and all of it's beauty!

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This right here is my fiancé and I smiling for a quick selfie! Just look at those smiles :)

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My older sister, Amanda, who is also a teacher is expecting her first child! This will be my parents very first grandchild and my very first niece, Elena Diane! I am beyond excited for her to arrive.

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My best friend, My Role Model, and my Pregnant Older Sister

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My best friend, My Role Model, and my Pregnant Older Sister

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Here is a picture of my older sister, Amanda, and I at her baby shower for Elena, my niece that is on the way. My older sister has always been my best friend and the person I look up to. She's an amazing third grade teacher and will be an amazing Mommy!

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Not only do I love to write, read, and be creative, I also love being outside! I love four-wheeling and hanging out with my fiancé and friends! This is a picture of my fiancé on our last "riding trip" to Carolina Adventure World in South Carolina.

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Of Course, Ms. Higgins has to Ride in Style

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Of Course, Ms. Higgins has to Ride in Style

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Before our riding trip to South Carolina, my fiancé surprised me with a brand new Pink helmet and goggles! He got a new helmet, as well. Remember, SAFETY (and fashion) FIRST!

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My Little Brother is my Little Rockstar 

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My Little Brother is my Little Rockstar 

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This photo is a few years old, but my little brother, Tanner, who is almost 13 years old now is my favorite little buddy! I love having siblings, they are forever best friends and I am thankful for both of mine!

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I have always loved to read, write, and participate in anything creative! One thing I love to do is Journal. My journal is filled with daily entries, doodles, and colorful expressions! I love living a colorful life!

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This is an old snapshot of my Mother, my older sister, and me as a little girl. My mom is holding me in this picture! This is from a family vacation. I love my Mama!

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This is a photo of my Father and I. This was my 18th Birthday, at Kanpai (Japanese restaurant). I get my height from him, obviously!

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I love ALL types of music, but Country music definitely has my heart. I also love rock n' roll, hip-hop, R&B, rap, metal, and pretty much everything BUT bluegrass. Here is a music video of one of my favorite songs right now, "Wanna Be That Song" by Brett Eldredge.

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Brett Eldredge - Wanna Be That Song (Official Music Video)

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My fiancé's family has a house at Lake Norman, right on the water. We spend a lot of our free time here. We take boat rides, ride the JetSki, let the doggies swim, and sun bathe! I also LOVE to tube, but I have never water-skied, I am TOO clumsy! I love spending my weekends at the Lake.

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Meet Sophie! This pit-mix is the sweetest, sleepiest, and cutest little (chunky) girl you will ever meet! She's my shadow, and she thinks she is a LAP DOG! She isn't our only pet, though. The next few posts will allow y'all to meet all my fur babies!

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Here is our BIG teddy bear, Gotti. My little brother gave him the nickname "Gottinus" when he was younger and kept forgetting his name. And yes, here we are face timing when I was away from the pups! Let's just say, they're spoiled and treated JUST like humans.

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Cody is actually my little brother's dog, but I claim him as one of my fur babies, as well. He doesn't live with me, but I love him! He loves to chase squirrels and play tug of war!

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Last but not least, this is my Siamese cat, Sammy. He lives with my Mom, but he's my little handsome man! He loves to play, chase lasers, and bite (unfortunately). He's a grumpy cat, but he's adorable!

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As a child I spent a lot of time in Emerald Isle, NC with my Grandparents. My grandparents have a beach house here and I still vacation there once a year, during the summer, for seven days! I love this relaxing beach, it is my "happy place."

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To become a teacher, I spent a lot of time in this building at Appalachian State University. My passion for teaching young learners grew in this building. The teachers at App State prepared me to be the best teacher I could be!

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I love teaching and I love being in the classroom. Teaching you guys, as my students, is the best thing I can do to help make this world a better place. You guys are the FUTURE and I am proud to call you my students.