today, I did two intro activities. One was a teaser of the course. Students got 12 historical events we’re going to learn about, and they had to match them with 12 images. I also did an intro activity called “what’s in the pocket.” I giving a bunch of pictures of artifacts that were in in Lincoln’s pocket the night he died The students didn’t know what the artifacts were or whose pocket they belonged to. They had to try to figure it out from the artifacts. Both lessons were a huge success, and kids really liked having something hands-on, and something that prompted critical thinking. On exit slips, these were some of the comments: "I really enjoy your personality as a teacher, and how down to earth you are. I am also enjoying all of your ideas about perspective and how important it is, especially with the watch knob thing." "Two things I liked in class were the interaction with the whole class and the enthusiasm about what we are learning. " "I liked the interactivity of the lessons and the teacher's attitude." "I really like the activities we are doing and there being purpose in the the activities." "I like all the things we've done as a class and im excited to do more." I have liked how interactive the lessons have been and that they are more thought provoking rather than just regurgitating facts." "There wasn't anything I felt like was bad about class the last few days. It's been pretty engaging, I don't feel like I'm having a hard time focusing or finding myself getting bored."

Hat: Fedora (Stanton) Overcoat: Black Wool/Cashmere (Woolcott Street) Scarf: Sky Blue Silk (Elizabetta Boutique) Suit: Navy Blue Wool (Woolcott Street) Dress Shirt: White (Woolcott Street) Tie: Alessio Blue and White Striped (M.J. Bale) Ring: Gold Custom Signet (Royal Signet) Watch: Gold/White Tank Dial (Seiko) Socks: Navy Blue (Brooks Brothers) Shoes: Black Oxfords (Woolcott Street) Fragrance: Bottled Night EDT (Hugo Boss)

Monday madness! Lots going on at work and at home. Family arrived home super early so Logan could spend the day both doing his final packing for the dorm and see his girlfriend before heading out (she's a senior). It's an emotionally tricky day for him, no doubt. Navigating a complex HR issue at the office where I am working to turn a potential release of one employee into a welcomed management challenge for another new hire. The character of the challenging employee is upstanding - he's just very new to working in a professional setting and needs someone to work with him on how to excel in an office environment. More of a relaxed outfit today to try to help with the potential intensity of the meetings. Summer blues with classic preppy texture for a video-conference workday: • Jacket — SJ-015 (Brooks Brothers): A lightweight white-and-mid-blue cotton seersucker jacket with a matte finish and partially lined construction. Its pronounced stripe supplies the outfit’s summer character while remaining polished on camera. • Trousers — SL-026 (Suitsupply): Mid-blue straight-leg trousers in a summer-weight wool, silk, and linen blend. Their understated plain weave grounds the stronger seersucker texture without resembling an attempted matched suit. • Shirt — DS-040 (Charles Tyrwhitt): A formal white, non-iron, two-ply cotton-twill shirt with a classic point collar and rounded French cuffs. Use approximately 2.5-inch collar stays—an estimate because the stay size is not recorded in the shirt data. • Undershirt — US-002 (Ralph Lauren Polo): A simple white cotton crew-neck undershirt that remains discreet beneath the opaque white twill. It adds comfort without affecting the visible color story. • Tie — NT-050 (Paul Fredrick): A steel-blue and gray silk herringbone tie with silver-white and gold accents scattered through the pattern. Its texture bridges the solid trousers and striped jacket; use a balanced Half-Windsor with the classic point collar. • Suspenders — SB-001 (Kirby Allison): Navy silk suspenders with white polka dots, black leather button loops, and silver hardware. They reinforce the blue palette while remaining largely concealed and appropriately business formal.

A few errands a visit to the hospital. Cousin still in critical care but opened her eyes and said Hi Billy. I take that as a good sign. Collars and Co Navy cotton silk polo over tan Twillory performance shorts. Beckett Simonon suede loafers. Kitty Hawk blue dial watch and Versace Dylan Blue. Also my Stetson Aficionado hat!