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January 30, 2022 By MoNique Waters 28 Comments

WELCOME TO MY WORLD

Hello beautiful people! My name is MoNique and I am so excited that you are here. I have considered the idea of writing blogs for quite some time now but never got around to doing it. I share so much of my life on other social media platforms like Instagram, youtube (once upon a time), and now TikTok.. a space that makes me feel much older than I actually am (Genz, yall are killin it lol).

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I started sharing my world on Instagram in May 2017. I knew very early that when I entered “teacher gram” I wanted the freedom to share what I wanted, how I wanted, and when I wanted.

When I created my brand I knew that I would mainly be reaching an audience of educators but I also knew that myself and my audience were far more than JUST TEACHERS. That is how I decided on the name “It’s MoNique’s World”.

When I decided to start sharing all things in my world: teaching, home, family, friends, learning how to cook (cooking with momo), chpumpkins (if you know you know 😉 )I knew that I had value to add to this community but I had no idea of what a blessing it would be.

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What started as “MoNique’s Quick Tip” quickly turned into youtube videos, teachers pay teachers resources,
hosting at teaching conferences, presenting to other educators nationwide, collaborating with brands I love, t- shirts, viral videos, television show appearances, and even a published children’s book! Yes, yall. I’m a real-life author (that still feels weird to say).

So with all that being said, I decided that the things I have to say and share are far too important to get lost in a grid or only be stored in one space. I want my future children and grandchildren to be able to read about my adventures when I am no longer here to tell about them. I want to be able to look back at these posts and remember exciting times in my classroom and my life.

So I guess amongst many other things I am officially a blogger. Please be kind y’all. I have no idea how often I will post. I 1,000% did not look up any blogging 101 videos. Much like everything else I do I’m posting today because it felt right and I felt encouraged. I hope that as I continue on this journey I share things that you find helpful or bring you joy.

As I get ready to click PUBLISH and prepare for a Monday of teaching kindergarten I want to thank you for taking the time to read my first ever blog post.

Sending you so much love!

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    1. Renee says

      January 31, 2022 at 1:49 am

      Awesome job for your first blog post!!! I admire your confidence and I think you are pretty amazing. I stumbled on one of your tic toks and truly enjoy them! Best of luck in all your future endeavors!!

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      • MoNique Waters says

        January 31, 2022 at 2:27 am

        Thank you!

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      • Bre says

        January 31, 2022 at 2:41 am

        I’m so encouraged by you ma’am! I was able to see your life and teaching transformation and I’m so blessed that my daughter is one of your students. She knows that she is so, so special because of you. Keep teaching the world how to be a better place.

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        • MoNique Waters says

          February 1, 2022 at 4:58 am

          This means so much! I am honored to be your babygirls teacher. She is beyond special!

          Reply
    2. Chenai says

      January 31, 2022 at 2:09 am

      Love it & love you!!! I am so proud of you!!! ❤️❤️❤️

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      • MoNique Waters says

        January 31, 2022 at 2:27 am

        Thank you nai nai! Love you!

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    3. Mom says

      January 31, 2022 at 2:23 am

      Love you sooooo much 💗

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      • MoNique Waters says

        January 31, 2022 at 2:27 am

        Love you to Mommy <3

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      • Elle says

        January 31, 2022 at 5:07 am

        First ever blog post and… as a fiancée. Get it, girl!

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        • MoNique Waters says

          February 1, 2022 at 5:00 am

          Yasss lol I love it!

          Reply
    4. Alexis says

      January 31, 2022 at 2:45 am

      Love getting to peer into your world and even be part of some of your adventures with the conference that allowed us to meet ! So blessed to be connected with you. You inspire me and I admire your faith and your drive ♥️ you

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 4:58 am

        Aww Alexis! I adore you! Thank you for always being so supportive!

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    5. Thuwaiba says

      January 31, 2022 at 3:04 am

      Although I’ve had a TPT store for over a year, you have inspired me to think bigger even at what could be considered my later stage in life! I’ve just embarked on my instagram journey(have no idea what I’m doing) but overcoming the barrier of fear is due to people such as yourself who make it look so easy, although I know it’s really not! Kudos to you and thank you for inspiring other educators to dream bigger! 💕

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 4:59 am

        Congats on opening your store! I am so proud of you!
        Thank you so much for your support!

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    6. Qiana Dukes says

      January 31, 2022 at 3:28 am

      You are the absolute best!!! Keep going! You’re an inspiration to this kindergarten teacher and many others! ❤️

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 4:59 am

        Thank you!

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    7. Barbara Moham says

      January 31, 2022 at 3:44 am

      Great job soror. You rock💕💚

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 4:59 am

        Thank you Soror!

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    8. Leona White says

      January 31, 2022 at 3:45 am

      Fantastic blog. You are a gift to your kinders.

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 4:59 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    9. Robin says

      January 31, 2022 at 10:02 am

      Congratulations Soror💕💚.
      I am always telling other ECE teachers about your IG and positivity. You are a blessing! Have a blessed week🙂

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 5:00 am

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    10. Geneva Brown says

      January 31, 2022 at 6:49 pm

      Such a great post, love your spirit and content.

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 5:00 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    11. Bonni says

      January 31, 2022 at 8:40 pm

      MoMo you’ve done it again…gone and made me proud!! You know how to level up! Congratulations!!🎉🎉

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 5:00 am

        Thank you so much!

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    12. Tete says

      January 31, 2022 at 10:06 pm

      Love this!

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      • MoNique Waters says

        February 1, 2022 at 5:00 am

        Thank you!

        Reply

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