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November 23, 2017October 8, 2018 ~ Swapna

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I'm a teacher, mother, writer, and artist. Basically, I want to do it all. See my artwork on Instagram @nerdladydraws, or follow my blogs! View all posts by Swapna

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I found A Tree Grows in Brooklyn at the end of my first year of teaching. I was beat down and exhausted. I questioned my choice to become a teacher. And then along came this magical book about a girl who had nothing but her family and a dream to be educated. It was just what I needed to rejuvenate my passion for teaching. And that's why I needed it for my last #literaryblackboards design of the year, for the blackboard that is directly in front of my desk. It's always a nice reminder, at this point in the year when my colleagues and I are at our wit's end, to remember why we teach. Only 3 more days of school! My kids have worked hard all year long. We're watching movies and enjoying each other's company until the final bell rings.

How I know you're one of my people: this sticker makes you smile 🦖🦕 ❤ How to grab this sticker: 1. Click the Etsy link in my bio 🦖 2. Go to "Nerdy, Bookish Stickers," 🦕 3. Choose "Dinosaurs" 🦖 I'll send it out the next day! Read on, nerds!

My only goal/hope for my first experience as an art vendor was *just one thing.* Just sell one thing, and I’ll feel like I’m good enough. Because as an English teacher who learned to letter via Instagram videos while the baby napped, I’ve definitely got my fair share of impostor syndrome. ⚫ And guess what! I sold my first item before the event even started! It was such an awesome experience to see people reacting to my work in real time--to see real smiles over my bookish pieces, and to meet like-minded nerds who want to talk about Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. Check out my blog to see more about my time at the Rockwall Comic Fest! (link in bio) ⚫ Pictured: Four custom watercolor bookmarks that a librarian got for her library aides! I had my first shot at live lettering here, too… and man… the pressure was on! Loved the chance to create custom pieces, as well as the opportunity to release some of my nervous energy through lettering.

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