An Interview with a Fan: Teacher Joyce Patzke

Joyce Patzke has been teaching for 18 years spanning across the United States. After graduating from Radford University, she jumped into the teaching field at full force. Se began in Virginia, transferred to Texas, and is not working in our home school district of Clark County, Las Vegas.  She has seen it all. Most importantly, she has seen her students grow up into mature, bright-eyed, young adults.

"As a teacher," she said,"you hope that you spark something in your student's lives: big or small." this has been her mantra throughout her teaching career; hoping to change a life in some small way, shape, or form. I then asked her what she felt was her favorite part of teaching.

"The notes." She said. When I prodded further she said that this was how she knew what her students really thought: both of her and their peers. It was the way they got to know one another.

"Being in fourth grade, they still haven't hit the age of cell phones and a lot of technology. They still pass notes. Not just to one another, but to me as well. It's nice to have a kid pass you a note that simply says, 'Thank You' on it." When I told her that Winky Designs was coming out with a unique teacher iconic slap watch, she was overjoyed.

"I actually have the red slap watch and love it! The kids love the colors too. I can't wait to get the new watch face!" She then continued on to tell me how she loved all the little icons on it. It really felt personalized with teachers in mind.

"It's great when the kids are being especially gross." She laughed. "The waterproof watch helps when you're a teacher and need to wash your hands...a lot! Getting sick simply isn't an option." I proceeded to ask her which icon on this functional watch meant the most to her.

"I really like the globe. It's a sign for teachers and has become a staple in an American classroom. It's also a sign that I would like to see education spread to these developing countries that do not have the same resources as we are blessed with here in America. It's a constant reminder to keep persevering everyday, even when it's hard."

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5 Ways to tell your MOM “I LOVE YOU”!

5 Ways to tell your MOM “I LOVE YOU”!

Mother’s Day is coming around the corner, and everyone is scrambling to find THE perfect gift for the one who loves you the most. If your mother is anything like mine, you’re supposed to thank her every day for her sacrifices and devotion to making our lives better!  Here are our creative suggestions that are much more thoughtful than store-bought flowers and more unique for a unique gal.

1. Give her a massage!  What better way to say, “Mom, I appreciate you” than to treat her to a personal head and shoulder massage that is easily done at home!  Fire up some scented candles, brew some iced tea and oil up those hands!
2. DIY Magnets! A throwback to when she used to put your star artwork on the fridge, you can make her some magnets filled with family love. Purchase magnet paper from your local arts and crafts store, and print off some of your favorite pictures right on the paper. Easy peasy :)
3. Create a Mom Bible! Document any words of wisdom she has stowed upon you over the years! Fun tip: each lesson could be written like a story with a moral at the end of it. If you are an artistic person, challenge yourself to illustrate it as well.
4. A playlist of her favorite music you remember from your childhood. Everyone’s music needs some updating here and there, and what better way to do that than with some classics? Mom will thank you for taking her on a trip down memory lane, to the great times BEFORE she was a mom.
5. Make her a custom Sweet Dreams Winky Designs Watch http://www.winkydesigns.com/#!stone-leather-sweet-dreams/c19c9 : with 12 different gemstones to choose from, 18K Gold or Silver chains, real lambskin leather straps offered in black or brown, the possibilities are really endless to create the perfect wrap watch to suit your mom’s style. Available in Winky Designs stores* in Las Vegas or email info@winkydesigns.com 

  

Custom Sweet Dreams, with Words of Wisdom circular watch face, brown lambskin leather straps, adorned with pink opal and amazonite gemstones.

*Winky Designs Las Vegas store locations:
1) Container Park, Unit #1090, 707 Fremont St, Downtown Las Vegas, 89101
2) Grand Bazaar Shops, Unit #413, 3641 Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas Strip in front of Bally's Hotel, 89109

7 Gift Ideas To Spoil the Man In Your Life Even After Valentine's Day!

At Winky Designs we LOVE to give gifts but we always find ourselves a little stumped shopping for Valentine's Day. My name is Jesus and I am a part of the social media team here; I give awesome style advice from the male perspective so you might say I know what I’m talkin’ about! But alas, even I sometimes wonder if my guy likes the gifts he receives even though I secretly recognize the puzzled look on his face as one of “Uhhh…what am I supposed to do with this??” terror. If your guy gave you one of those looks when he opened up his gift, don't fear, I've come to the rescue with 7 gift ideas you can buy in a flash that I know he will love! In today’s modern world there's a wide variety of gentlemen with different traits, so I have compiled a fun filled list with different products for every kind of guy in your life.

 

• Luna Rossa: A perfect scent that I recommend for your guy if you want him to smell good.

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• Kiehl’s skincare giftbox: Who said your boy can’t take care of his skin. Wouldn’t you like to be young forever and get lots of compliments?

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• Me Undies: This is perfect for you and him because it comes in a matching set.

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• Happy Socks: These colorful socks add detail to his wardrobe and will make him look spiffy for that special date.

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• Winky Designs Iconic Slap: This watch comes in different icons and personally, I would get him one that represents his lifestyle.

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• Loot Crate Subscription: Buying subscriptions seems to be the latest trend and I have been seeing a lot of people buying these for their boyfriends. The Loot Crate subscription comes with a bunch of gamer goodies like video game guides and super hero action figures and best of all, they won’t break the bank.

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• J. Fold Loungemaster Flat Card Carrier: I really love the red color of this wallet because it represents love and gives a stylish way to carry that cash and card!

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