5 star rated payroll and taxes unit bundle // caravan sonnet shoppe at teachers pay teachers
August 30, 2025
Happy Saturday friends! I am so excited to share with y'all the updated 5 STAR RATED Payroll and Taxes Unit Bundle that is available in the caravan sonnet shoppe at teachers pay teachers! This is a group of incredible no prep resources that could be used in a personal finance, business, or economics classes or even in a college and career prep class! This is a unit bundle that could be used at a variety of levels but would be perfect for classes at the high school or college level!
This unit bundle contains the following 10 resources:
All About Taxes Powerpoint with Guided Notes (5 STAR RATED)
How to Read Your PayCheck Powerpoint with Guided Notes (4 STAR RATED)
Can I ask a HUGE favor?
If you are not already following the shoppe could you please do so? Even if you are not a teacher or don't plan to purchase things the number of followers does influence potential buyers and this would show incredible support!
THANK YOU!
This has been an incredible blessing and you are making this possible!! Thank you again friends!
Happy Saturday!
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Happy Friday friends!! I hope that you have had a lovely and wonderful week! I am so grateful to spend time with each of you in this sweet space every single day.
Thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers for the last couple of weeks as I spoke at a conference in France and then traveled for a few days. I have started to share here on the blog, but if you haven't already been following along on instagram for so many beautiful reels and pictures to bring a smile to your face (you can connect HERE).
Here are some of my favorite things from this past week:
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Travel in France (August 2025)...
Rhone River Cruise with Viking River Cruises...
In the coming weeks I will be starting to share all about the trip in detail on the blog and so excited for you to read more behind the scenes details than a simple social media post could provide!
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Personal Thoughts...
A Beautiful August Weekend (Blog Post)
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From the Caravan Sonnet Shoppe...
Thank you again for all of your support, for following along in the shop, for your kind reviews, and for purchasing these products! I know I say that all of the time, but you are a blessing! I am so glad you are here! If you are looking to connect more in the Caravan Sonnet Shoppe community on a daily basis click HERE to go directly to the Instagram Page!
As always if there is something that I can do to help or answer questions please don't hesitate to reach out!
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Holiday Junk Journals will be releasing in September!
Thursday Health Thoughts...
This post was HIGHLY read and I am so thankful it was a help to so many of you! In the coming weeks I want to learn more about the different health benefits and ways to use hot peppers so I will share more as I learn!
I hope that you have a wonderful Friday friends! Thank you for making this such an incredible space to come to and connect with every single day. I am so blessed!!
Happy Friday and I hope you have a wonderful long Labor Day weekend!
This article explores how to travel smart while combining style, safety, and practicality to
make the most of every solo trip. While women currently lead solo travel statistics, more
men are embracing independent journeys too—but in truth, the lessons of solo travel are
universal. dedicated attention.
1. Why Everyone Should Travel Solo at Least Once
Solo travel offers unparalleled freedom to explore at your own pace without
compromising on destinations or activities. It builds confidence, problem-solving skills,
and cultural awareness that translate into personal and professional growth. Travelling
alone encourages you to listen to your own instincts and discover what truly matters to
you, without group dynamics influencing your choices.
2. Style On the Go: Packing Light, Dressing Right
Travelling solo teaches you the value of simplicity. Mastering versatile packing allows
you to maintain comfort and style while keeping luggage light. A small, coordinated
wardrobe—such as neutral basics with one or two accent colors—means you’re always
ready for both exploring and evening dining. One excellent pair of walking shoes and a
versatile jacket can take you surprisingly far.
3. Digital Essentials: Staying Safe and Connected
Another lesson of solo travel is learning to rely on yourself while staying secure.
Download offline maps, translation tools, and currency converters in advance, and keep
a portable charger handy. Be cautious when using public Wi-Fi, as networks in airports,
hotels, and cafés carry risks. A free VPN for iPhone can help protect your privacy and
sensitive information while keeping you connected. Share your itinerary with a trusted
contact, and consider a local SIM card or international plan so you’re always able to
reach someone if needed.
4. Dining, Exploring, and Socialising Without the Awkwardness
Eating alone or joining activities by yourself can feel daunting at first—but it quickly
becomes natural. Solo travel teaches you to embrace new opportunities for connection:
chatting with staff at a restaurant, joining a cooking class, or booking a walking tour.
The global solo travel market reached $482.34 billion in 2024, indicating solo activities
are becoming common and accepted. Common interests make conversation flow easily,
and you’ll often find yourself forming unexpected friendships.
5. Self-Care and Grooming While Travelling Alone
Maintaining grooming standards while traveling solo needs great planning and minimal,
multipurpose products. Pack a streamlined toiletry kit with quality basics: cleanser,
moisturizer with SPF, and styling products. A compact grooming kit with nail clippers,
tweezers, and a quality razor maintains appearance between destinations. Choose
accommodations with reliable bathrooms and laundry facilities, or research local
laundromats and dry cleaning services. Pack wrinkle-release spray for quick clothing
refresh, and consider packing cubes to keep clean and dirty clothes organized.
6. Coming Back Wiser: What Solo Travel Teaches You
Above all, solo travel transforms how you approach life. It encourages patience,
adaptability, and resourcefulness. You learn how to solve problems calmly, communicate
across cultures, and embrace solitude with confidence. Many travellers find that their
outlook, decision-making, and appreciation for different perspectives grow long after
they return home.
Solo travel is more than just a holiday—it’s an investment in yourself. The skills,
confidence, and insights you gain create a foundation for continued growth and
adventure throughout life.
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Sometimes the silence is where the most sacred things are written
Longer post coming of my visit to the delightful Jardins de l'abbaye Saint-Georges de Boscherville, but it was absolutely incredible. I can't wait to share more about this amazing experience with y'all.
Caravan Sonnet | Seine-Maritime, France | French Abbey
I am excited to share that Teachers Pay Teachers is holding a bonus sale today and tomorrow! If you have already started school or are starting school this week or next you will want to check out the sale that is going on in the shop today and Wednesday!
I am so excited for you to score some AMAZING deals on back to school resources at incredible prices! My entire store is 25% off with the code BTS25! Here are the TOP 5 beloved and best selling resources in the shop that will be excellent for this time of year:
Go directly to the shop HERE!
Thank you so much again for all of your support of the shop! I know I say that all of the time, but you are a blessing! I am so glad you are here! If you are looking to connect more in the community on a daily basis click HERE to go directly to the Instagram Page!
Happy Back to School Bonus Sale and Happy Savings friends! I hope that you find the best resources for you and your students to make this the best year yet... an uncommon year that is amazing!
As always if there is something that I can do to help or answer questions please don't hesitate to reach out! Happy Shopping!
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Happy Monday friends! I hope that you had a wonderful weekend. This weekend was a precious one and today I thought I would share just a few snippets from the days...
Evening swims after work are always a delightful thing to me. So are morning swims too haha, but after work swims and seeing friends who have come up for the weekend is lovely. I do not take for granted one second of this beautiful area that we live in or the community that surrounds us year after year, generation after generation.
It is hard to believe that it has been three weeks since the fall while I was hiking. The recovery has taken longer than I expected to be honest but some of that was probably not helped by time differences, traveling, and trying to see as much as I could while I was in France. * smiles *
I am so thankful to have been cleared to do a longer "hike" (no running or elevation gaining yet or strenuous exercise but still longer). Three miles felt like climbing a mountain as I still recover, but I am not taking this for granted at all. Thank you so much for all of your continued prayers and support for healing.
Y'all know I love cooking, and the summer time is a blessed time with very affordable foods- that are my favorites (give me all of the veggies!). To save money we also try to freeze a lot of things for the year. The cost of food - especially healthy food in the fall, winter, and spring months is so expensive that this has been a blessing to prepare this way for the year. This weekend we cooked up tons of tomatoes, onions, and garlic and froze in small containers to use as side dishes or to add to soups throughout the year.
We were so blessed by an amazing deal on so many tomatoes so we have more to do, but so blessed by this as it will provide so much for us during the coming months!
I am so excited to share more about mom's kids book series because it is seriously adorable. I have always loved her stories as a kid and as an adult, and I am so excited for the world to meet her characters who are amazing.
I am also so excited to be an adjunct professor this fall. Classes start today so this weekend (and last few months) have been lots of work on the classes. I am so so excited to be teaching again this fall in this small way right now.
Lastly... like many of you, there are a couple of things that are deep on my heart... private things that are woven into the center of my core that are with me throughout the days... if you are in that position I am thinking of you today...
Happy Monday friends, I hope it is the start to a wonderful week.
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Happy Saturday friends! I am so excited to share about a new reel that I have posted about a beautiful walk through the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris. I spent a lovely couple of hours in this space while I was in Paris and it was simply delightful.
You can watch, comment, and like it HERE!
Let me know if you have any questions! Happy Saturday friends!
I am so excited to share with y'all more about the 2025 fall junk journal collection that is available in the shop! You can go directly to this section of listings HERE!
These cozy bit key chain junk journals are the perfect way to keep track and treasure the magic ordinary of each day and this collection is perfect for those looking for a unique and legacy type gift of precious fall memories!
Inspired by the precious memories of changing leaves, crisp fall weather, hayrides, whimsical memories of hiking under the autumn stars, the smells of apple pies, and joy at new beginnings, these precious fall mini junk journals are the perfect gift for anyone!
Adorned on a special clip that can attach to a key ring, backpack, purse, journal, photo album and so much more, these mini junk journals are the perfect size.
Resting at 2x2 each chunky journal is perfectly curated collection of rare sweet vintage and distinctive modern materials to inspire hope and joy in every area of your life!
All different choices are available but they are selling out SO fast!! This would be the perfect gift for those who are in your life!
Each heirloom treasure comes with:
//1 junk journal that contains:
//30+ pages of quality and beautiful paper
//9+ pieces of vintage and bespoke ribbon pieces from around the world
//handmade lace from an established generational American factory
//1-3 bulb clasps
//1-3 vintage buttons from times of old
//1 mini envelope with a mini card
//1 mini paperclip
//1 claw clasp for attaching to the owners preference
//unique vintage or bespoke ephemera on the front
//special surprise goodies
And more...
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Above are just a few pictures from the MANY fall precious journals that are available, but again they are selling out so fast!! I am so thankful that this collection is so popular and that y'all love it!
Looking for the back to school collection? Click HERE!
Looking for the teacher collection? Click HERE!
You can find this entire collection of key chain junk journals HERE and so many others in the shop HERE!
PS- We get asked all the time when the Christmas collection is releasing: It will release September 15th! Stay tuned and in the meantime enjoy the fall collection and a beautiful weekend!
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Happy Friday friends!! I hope that you have had a lovely and wonderful week! I am so grateful to spend time with each of you in this sweet space every single day.
Thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers for last week as I spoke at a conference in France and then traveled for a few days. I have started to share here on the blog, but if you haven't already been following along on instagram for so many beautiful reels and pictures to bring a smile to your face (you can connect HERE).
Here are some of my favorite things from this past week:
Travel in France (August 2025)...
Rhone River Cruise with Viking River Cruises...
In the coming weeks I will be starting to share all about the trip in detail on the blog and so excited for you to read more behind the scenes details than a simple social media post could provide!
Personal Thoughts...
From the Caravan Sonnet Shoppe...
Thank you again for all of your support, for following along in the shop, for your kind reviews, and for purchasing these products! I know I say that all of the time, but you are a blessing! I am so glad you are here! If you are looking to connect more in the Caravan Sonnet Shoppe community on a daily basis click HERE to go directly to the Instagram Page!
As always if there is something that I can do to help or answer questions please don't hesitate to reach out!
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Fall Junk Journals will be releasing this coming week!
Thursday Health Thoughts...
I hope that you have a wonderful Friday friends! Thank you for making this such an incredible space to come to and connect with every single day. I am so blessed!!
Happy Friday friends!
Happy Thursday friends! Today I am excited to share about a recent addition into my diet - hot peppers and the 7 health benefits I have been discovering they contain! Y'all know that I do enjoy spicy food, but for some reason I have also been a little nervous to include hot peppers into my daily diet - as I wasn't sure exactly where or how to use them.
About a month ago though I was at my local farm and they had beautiful hot peppers and I thought - I am going to try one and add it into my morning omelette. The rest is history y'all. I am loving the extra little kick in the omelette each morning and now have added hot peppers to so many different things!
I also started researching the health benefits of hot peppers and it was amazing to read all of the ways that this is helpful to our bodies! Beyond their vibrant colors and fiery kick, hot peppers are packed with nutrients and compounds that can support your health in powerful ways. Whether you prefer a sprinkle of cayenne, a slice of jalapeño, or the boldness of habaneros, these little bursts of heat offer more than flavor—they provide tangible wellness benefits. I hope today inspires you to use hot peppers as well!
So what are the health benefits of hot peppers? Check these out:.
1. Boosts Metabolism
The compound capsaicin, which gives peppers their heat, is known to temporarily raise body temperature and increase metabolism. This “thermogenic effect” may help your body burn calories more efficiently.
2. Rich in Vitamins and Antioxidants
Hot peppers are full of vitamins A and C, which help strengthen the immune system and promote healthy skin. They also contain antioxidants that combat free radicals, reducing oxidative stress in the body.
3. Supports Heart Health
Regular consumption of hot peppers has been linked to improved cardiovascular health. Capsaicin may help lower cholesterol, reduce inflammation, and even improve circulation, contributing to a healthier heart.
4. Natural Pain Relief
Interestingly, capsaicin is often used in topical creams to help with joint pain, arthritis, and muscle soreness. Eating hot peppers can trigger endorphin release—your body’s natural “feel-good” chemicals—offering a natural boost in mood and relief from discomfort.
5. Aids in Digestion
While it might seem counterintuitive, hot peppers can actually promote good digestion. Capsaicin stimulates digestive juices and enzymes, helping the stomach process food more effectively. In moderation, this can support a healthier gut.
6. May Reduce Risk of Certain Illnesses
Studies suggest that capsaicin has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which may lower the risk of chronic diseases and help the body defend itself against infections.
7. Promotes Longevity
Research has linked regular pepper consumption to a longer lifespan. Those who eat spicy foods frequently tend to have lower risks of mortality, possibly due to the combined cardiovascular, anti-inflammatory, and immune benefits.
Do you eat hot peppers? What is your favorite health benefit that you have found?
Looking for tips on how to incorporate Hot Peppers into your life? Stay tuned because next week I am going to share some very simple and easy ways!
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|Thoughts on “Remaining Soft”|
This specific place along the Seine, holds a very special memory for me.
When I was in college I had the incredible opportunity to briefly study abroad in France. I fell in love with it and made great friends. On one of my last nights in Paris they invited me to join them for a gathering along the Seine overlooking Norte Dame.
When I was in college I had the incredible opportunity to briefly study abroad in France. I fell in love with it and made great friends. On one of my last nights in Paris they invited me to join them for a gathering along the Seine overlooking Norte Dame.
It was the picnic that this romantic at heart found particularly lovely- a beautiful night, heartfelt conversations, laughter, and yes some dancing and of course some wine. Near the end of the evening, one of the guys asked the group what our hopes and dreams for the future were- specifically the next 20 years. We went around sharing deep things that somehow felt strangely comfortable with these friends of only a short time.
I remember being challenged because as we shared things held close to our hearts…Chloe simply said she wanted to “remain soft”.
She explained that as she watched women age over the decades so many of them turned “hard and bitter” if life didn’t go as planned or dreams were long in coming. The one thing she hoped was that in 20 years she could say she had fought hard to remain soft, being hopeful and joyful.
I was born into a legacy of women who have fought to remain “soft” despite the world being incredibly painful and harsh in a variety of circumstances. My grandmother “Ba” had only become more soft over the years before she died and I see this in my precious mom day after day. She clings to hope and joy in a viselike grip yet remains soft.
I don’t know what happened to Chloe and our other friends from that night, but I returned home and in my tiny college apartment I wrote on a plain piece of paper the words “remain soft”. That little framed piece of paper has lived in different locations and classrooms over the years, but more so in my heart.
I came into this trip with several personal things deep on my heart and standing there overlooking the Seine, 20 years later, I am gently reminded again of the hope “remaining soft”.
I remember being challenged because as we shared things held close to our hearts…Chloe simply said she wanted to “remain soft”.
She explained that as she watched women age over the decades so many of them turned “hard and bitter” if life didn’t go as planned or dreams were long in coming. The one thing she hoped was that in 20 years she could say she had fought hard to remain soft, being hopeful and joyful.
I was born into a legacy of women who have fought to remain “soft” despite the world being incredibly painful and harsh in a variety of circumstances. My grandmother “Ba” had only become more soft over the years before she died and I see this in my precious mom day after day. She clings to hope and joy in a viselike grip yet remains soft.
I don’t know what happened to Chloe and our other friends from that night, but I returned home and in my tiny college apartment I wrote on a plain piece of paper the words “remain soft”. That little framed piece of paper has lived in different locations and classrooms over the years, but more so in my heart.
I came into this trip with several personal things deep on my heart and standing there overlooking the Seine, 20 years later, I am gently reminded again of the hope “remaining soft”.
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