Teacher's Gifts & Gratitude...

Its THAT time of the year again.... 3wks left of the school year and I'm still fumbling around trying to find a gift for my children's teachers. They have been fortunate to have the most amazing teacher's this year, perceptive, hardworking, comical - just all round good people. For the record I don't feel I HAVE TO gift to show my gratitude.... there was a year when not even a Christmas card was given... but I WANT TO - especially this year!

USUALLY I've got this in the bag... my husband's work orders hampers and we get a couple in for the teachers as well... but this year they aren't... bugger!

So, I consulted trusty Pinterest and found this...

It starts by listing things that teacher DON'T WANT - mugs, apples, mugs with apples and other kitchy, desk-clogging items.

Being of American origin, it has some helpful and some over the top suggestions.... like #5 Cold Hard Cash!!! This one may not be that well received here in Australia.... the winning lotto numbers on the other hand may be welcomed with opened arms.

After reading this extensive list, I'm still no further in my quest for the perfect gift to show my gratitude... I may just opt for a great bottle of red (its nice to unWINEd) with a hand written note of appreciation. Afterall it takes special people to dedicate their worklife to educating, molding and nurturing our little ones and its nice to let them know they've done their job well.