Dramatic title you say, but it's literal. My bad karma has made her rounds and slapped me in the face with the flu.
Yesterday I felt like I was knocking on death's door. I couldn't move without thinking I tore a muscle.
The flu is kicking me in the teeth, truthfully, even my teeth hurt. After a trip to Urgent Care, two pharmacies, three boxes of Kleenex and multiple doses of Tylenol and Motrin I can breathe without fear of pain.
I thought I was getting a break when I woke up this morning feeling better, until the coughing started. Through the day I started to feel better. Then I slept passed the time I was suppose to take the medicine and I felt worst than I had all day.
Fever is back and my throat and chest are hurting. I guess this is what I get for calling some of my nuggets dementors. Lesson learned.
I'm just hoping to get back to school for our Polar Express Pajama party on Wednesday. I'll be super sad if I have to miss it.
I would much rather be at school then stuck at home feeling like the cars at monster truck shows.
Here's to kicking the flu in his teeth! Wishing this aliment on your enemy! Karma will probably get me for that too huh?
Monday, December 17, 2012
Thursday, December 13, 2012
Sigh
This blog as a prerequisite: dementors. If you are unaware of what a dementor is, first slap yourself, second google it!
I have two dementors in my class, minus the cloaks, but not minus the kiss of death. They drain me, physically, mentally and spiritually. This sounds so horrible now that I see it in print. Maybe I'll wake up feeling differently.
The morning went smoothly. It's after recess that it all goes south! I gave out tickets for a chance at the prize box, know who that worked for? The kids who are well behaved anyways. I shall keep trying everything I can think of, eventually something has got to give! There are plenty of songs that support this theory, so it has to be true! My theory of something has to give, not that my children will eventually behave.
I'm spending the night at my sisters either my three love bugs. We'll see if this was a good idea tomorrow morning!
Today's Pockets:
Paper clip: bent
Tickets: that the kids he to write their names on and put in the jar
Mystery student: another trick in trying picking a kid in the morning from an empty tissue box, and watching them all day. If they follow the rules they get to play on the computer during nap.
I have two dementors in my class, minus the cloaks, but not minus the kiss of death. They drain me, physically, mentally and spiritually. This sounds so horrible now that I see it in print. Maybe I'll wake up feeling differently.
The morning went smoothly. It's after recess that it all goes south! I gave out tickets for a chance at the prize box, know who that worked for? The kids who are well behaved anyways. I shall keep trying everything I can think of, eventually something has got to give! There are plenty of songs that support this theory, so it has to be true! My theory of something has to give, not that my children will eventually behave.
I'm spending the night at my sisters either my three love bugs. We'll see if this was a good idea tomorrow morning!
Today's Pockets:
Paper clip: bent
Tickets: that the kids he to write their names on and put in the jar
Mystery student: another trick in trying picking a kid in the morning from an empty tissue box, and watching them all day. If they follow the rules they get to play on the computer during nap.
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
12/12/12...more like 6/6/6
If I never have another century I'll be just fine. 12/12/12 was not kind to me. I hope your day was better my dear reader!
It was crazy from the start. I slumbered super hard, which made rising just as difficult. After snoozing numerous times, I dragged myself out of bed and started my morning routine. A routine that doesn't get shorter just because I woke up later. It just threw off my day entirely.
I felt good about the school day though, until it actually started. Whenever something is off schedule it's like the kids forget how to sit down. I want to scream "IT'S JUST TREAT SALE, COOL IT" but I don't, I just redirect them, 14 million times.
I was productive today though, writing all of my positive notes with my teacher soulmate. It's weird to think of my elementary teachers and picture them hanging out together after school. It's different being on the other side of things. So if you ever wondered what your teachers did after school, the answer is: hangout together while doing school work and imbibing. You're welcome for this valuable information. I'm sure it's true of all educators, well, any educator worth knowing.
Here is to a better tomorrow! 🍻
Today's pockets:
4 markers: 3 isn't enough
Eraser: aka a tissue
Highlighter: man my pockets suck today
It was crazy from the start. I slumbered super hard, which made rising just as difficult. After snoozing numerous times, I dragged myself out of bed and started my morning routine. A routine that doesn't get shorter just because I woke up later. It just threw off my day entirely.
I felt good about the school day though, until it actually started. Whenever something is off schedule it's like the kids forget how to sit down. I want to scream "IT'S JUST TREAT SALE, COOL IT" but I don't, I just redirect them, 14 million times.
I was productive today though, writing all of my positive notes with my teacher soulmate. It's weird to think of my elementary teachers and picture them hanging out together after school. It's different being on the other side of things. So if you ever wondered what your teachers did after school, the answer is: hangout together while doing school work and imbibing. You're welcome for this valuable information. I'm sure it's true of all educators, well, any educator worth knowing.
Here is to a better tomorrow! 🍻
Today's pockets:
4 markers: 3 isn't enough
Eraser: aka a tissue
Highlighter: man my pockets suck today
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Brrr
What a cold day! It didn't calm the students any. They were still crazy as every!
My mornings have gotten so much better, it's the afternoons, I call it the aftercrazy. The best part, and by best I mean most outlandish, was when a child ran back from the bus line and screamed that someone has used an obscenity. Not just that he had said a bad word, this nugget screamed the obscenity itself.
Like excuse me sir, you obviously know that the word is unacceptable, WHY ARE YOU SHOUTING IT AT THR TOP OF YOUR LUNGS, OUTSIDE!!!
Oh good lord, I thought I was going to die a little. Like what? Only my nuggets!
Lets just make it to Friday!!
Today's Pockets:
Cupcake eraser and mini chain: confiscated from the same child.
Marker: mhmm
2 pens: one is never enough
Stickers: bribery
My mornings have gotten so much better, it's the afternoons, I call it the aftercrazy. The best part, and by best I mean most outlandish, was when a child ran back from the bus line and screamed that someone has used an obscenity. Not just that he had said a bad word, this nugget screamed the obscenity itself.
Like excuse me sir, you obviously know that the word is unacceptable, WHY ARE YOU SHOUTING IT AT THR TOP OF YOUR LUNGS, OUTSIDE!!!
Oh good lord, I thought I was going to die a little. Like what? Only my nuggets!
Lets just make it to Friday!!
Today's Pockets:
Cupcake eraser and mini chain: confiscated from the same child.
Marker: mhmm
2 pens: one is never enough
Stickers: bribery
Monday, December 10, 2012
Potty problems
Oh, Monday! You didn't treat me too badly today. I swear, my relationship with Monday is similar to Chris Brown and Rhianna's. Sometimes he's good to me, other times he gives me a black eye!
I'm lucky to have come out of the day without a shiner. I do feel a little beat though. I'm ready for the Holidays for sure!
The biggest issue of the day: the bathroom. Three accidents and countless "no really, I can't hold it, I'm gonna use it on myself" later I want to bash my head against the wall. I don't use the bathroom all day, I've had bladder infections because of it, and these nuggets have to go every five seconds! It's obviously the reason the working age is 16, otherwise work would never get done due to potty breaks.
I bought all of my kiddos there Christmas presents, that there parents will hate! Love it!!! I'm ready to bring on the Christmas spirit, green pants and all!
Today's Pockets:
Marker:
2 pens: That constantly run out of ink
Post-its: for important messages
Stickers: rewards
Not pictured: a leap frog game that a kid handed me and said "is this a DS game!?"
A tinny magnetic house: where do children find these things?!?
I'm lucky to have come out of the day without a shiner. I do feel a little beat though. I'm ready for the Holidays for sure!
The biggest issue of the day: the bathroom. Three accidents and countless "no really, I can't hold it, I'm gonna use it on myself" later I want to bash my head against the wall. I don't use the bathroom all day, I've had bladder infections because of it, and these nuggets have to go every five seconds! It's obviously the reason the working age is 16, otherwise work would never get done due to potty breaks.
I bought all of my kiddos there Christmas presents, that there parents will hate! Love it!!! I'm ready to bring on the Christmas spirit, green pants and all!
Today's Pockets:
Marker:
2 pens: That constantly run out of ink
Post-its: for important messages
Stickers: rewards
Not pictured: a leap frog game that a kid handed me and said "is this a DS game!?"
A tinny magnetic house: where do children find these things?!?
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Day late, but not a dollar short!
Missed me?
Yesterday afternoon was super busy since we had the faculty KK party, so I didn't have time to write.
Friday was kind to me. I made it to 3:35 with little frustration! Having three students out made such a difference. I feel like the next two weeks are gonna be okay. I'm sure come the 21 I'll be more than ready for the break, but I'll make it!
Nothing really eventful happened during the school hours. It was later that things got interesting. Before the party began the hostess laid down the Vegas rule on the party so I won't share any stories.
Well maybe one. But it's out me, so it's not breaking the rule! I totally surprised my KK, which just so happened to be my teacher soulmate! I thought for sure she had figured it out since we converse daily. I was glad to see that I'm a much better liar than I thought I was. It was super fun to watch her stunned reaction!
And I got the bomb.com present! Wine, a glass, a personalized bottle opener and a book! Which I am about to dig into now that I'm dog sitting with nothing to do! Last night was a blast, I wish I could tell more! :)
Yesterday's Pockets:
Markers: yes 3
ZipLock bag: is that a normal pocket possession?
Yesterday afternoon was super busy since we had the faculty KK party, so I didn't have time to write.
Friday was kind to me. I made it to 3:35 with little frustration! Having three students out made such a difference. I feel like the next two weeks are gonna be okay. I'm sure come the 21 I'll be more than ready for the break, but I'll make it!
Nothing really eventful happened during the school hours. It was later that things got interesting. Before the party began the hostess laid down the Vegas rule on the party so I won't share any stories.
Well maybe one. But it's out me, so it's not breaking the rule! I totally surprised my KK, which just so happened to be my teacher soulmate! I thought for sure she had figured it out since we converse daily. I was glad to see that I'm a much better liar than I thought I was. It was super fun to watch her stunned reaction!
And I got the bomb.com present! Wine, a glass, a personalized bottle opener and a book! Which I am about to dig into now that I'm dog sitting with nothing to do! Last night was a blast, I wish I could tell more! :)
Yesterday's Pockets:
Markers: yes 3
ZipLock bag: is that a normal pocket possession?
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Snake mouth
Excuse me sir, HOW WAS TODAY NOT FRIDAY?!? I can't begin to explain today without fear of vomiting. I can only explain it with my über weird theory. You have no right to judge me. Today made my core shake, literally I was shaking from frustration and utter confusion. And the only way I could think of getting rid of these rather annoying vibrations was to unhinge my jaw like a snake and spit it all out.
Wow, I just put a whole lot of crazy out there in the first paragraph. You get what you pay for! "What? I'm not paying anything"...exactly.
I'm not sure if people are secretly promising Furby's to all my children if they act their craziest, but man today was horrific for me.
Have you ever had a teacher cry while teaching you math? Yeah well, my kids are probably taking a bath right now telling their mom about how Ms. Amanda cried while counting dots.
It was either cry or break a window. I figured they can't fire you for crying, but a broken window would raise a lot of questions and probably lead to anger management classes...ain't nobody got time for that!
Last week was painless and quick, like a shot. This is week was soul sucking and took forever, much like a foot tattoo.
Today's Pockets:
Squirrel silly band: confiscated from a kid who stole it from my desk after I confiscated it from another kid.
Eraser: not only for mistakes in writing
Paper clip: from holding together the math worksheet that the students didn't understand
Wow, I just put a whole lot of crazy out there in the first paragraph. You get what you pay for! "What? I'm not paying anything"...exactly.
I'm not sure if people are secretly promising Furby's to all my children if they act their craziest, but man today was horrific for me.
Have you ever had a teacher cry while teaching you math? Yeah well, my kids are probably taking a bath right now telling their mom about how Ms. Amanda cried while counting dots.
It was either cry or break a window. I figured they can't fire you for crying, but a broken window would raise a lot of questions and probably lead to anger management classes...ain't nobody got time for that!
Last week was painless and quick, like a shot. This is week was soul sucking and took forever, much like a foot tattoo.
Today's Pockets:
Squirrel silly band: confiscated from a kid who stole it from my desk after I confiscated it from another kid.
Eraser: not only for mistakes in writing
Paper clip: from holding together the math worksheet that the students didn't understand
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Empty
Sadly I have no treasures in my pockets today. For two reasons: 1 I'm in a pocketless dress and 2 I didn't go to school today due to a family funeral.
Days like today are hard but they also give you reality checks. You realize what and who is important and that you should let it be known.
It has to be said that my family is strange. Who would have thought that a funeral could bring up conversations about chicken farming, procreation and inappropriate comments about the personal lives of family members. There isn't a family gathering, no matter the reasoning, that goes without the most unexplainable range of topics!
Honestly I wouldn't have it any other way! They may be crazy but they are mine! I fear for the man I eventually bring into the tangled web of my mother's relatives!
So hold tight to your loved ones tonight and pray that Friday comes quickly!
Days like today are hard but they also give you reality checks. You realize what and who is important and that you should let it be known.
It has to be said that my family is strange. Who would have thought that a funeral could bring up conversations about chicken farming, procreation and inappropriate comments about the personal lives of family members. There isn't a family gathering, no matter the reasoning, that goes without the most unexplainable range of topics!
Honestly I wouldn't have it any other way! They may be crazy but they are mine! I fear for the man I eventually bring into the tangled web of my mother's relatives!
So hold tight to your loved ones tonight and pray that Friday comes quickly!
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Saw
I had my first throw up today in my classroom. Which was much like being selected to "play a game" by the creepy puppet from Saw. I was good at first, but then when a child showed me how it had reached his mat I thought for sure I would join in my sickly student's fate,
I held myself together long enough to make it through until the janitors saved me from what was sure to be an even bigger mess. I've never been good with vomit. But I've done my fair share of hair holding after a night out, it's what friends do!
Today I only have four friends who stayed on green, I was a maniac, pinning them down left and right. (Just I be clear, I didn't physically pin anyone to the floor or wall, I moved their clothespin). They stayed still at nap time though!
In the morning I thought I would go all Mommie Dearest on them, but I suppressed my crazy.
P.S. if you don't understand the Mommie Dearest reference then you seriously need to get on Amazon and order the movie now!
P.S.S. if you don't compare you life experiences to movies then I think you are a freak!
If you ever wondered "hey, do they sell eggs at a gas station" I have your answer; no! I thought purchasing eggs and beer at a gas station would be much more dignified than doing so at Wal-Mart, I'm probably right, but I'll never know. So I ending up at Walmart, checking out behind a parent who probably thought "what a strange combination" looking in my basket.
I'm now trying to clean my room, and by cleaning I mean throwing everything from the floor to the closet. And even that is exhausting! School sucks your soul out through your feet!
P.S. that was a bit dramatic, I take I back.
On to what you're really here for: today's pockets:
3 markers: deep pockets today
Highlighter: to sniff when I get low, totally kidding
$1.18: because I'm a baller
Spider toy: spit from the mouth of a nugget
Note: to remind me of something
Snack wrapper: teachers eat too
Cube, randomly given to me
I held myself together long enough to make it through until the janitors saved me from what was sure to be an even bigger mess. I've never been good with vomit. But I've done my fair share of hair holding after a night out, it's what friends do!
Today I only have four friends who stayed on green, I was a maniac, pinning them down left and right. (Just I be clear, I didn't physically pin anyone to the floor or wall, I moved their clothespin). They stayed still at nap time though!
In the morning I thought I would go all Mommie Dearest on them, but I suppressed my crazy.
P.S. if you don't understand the Mommie Dearest reference then you seriously need to get on Amazon and order the movie now!
P.S.S. if you don't compare you life experiences to movies then I think you are a freak!
If you ever wondered "hey, do they sell eggs at a gas station" I have your answer; no! I thought purchasing eggs and beer at a gas station would be much more dignified than doing so at Wal-Mart, I'm probably right, but I'll never know. So I ending up at Walmart, checking out behind a parent who probably thought "what a strange combination" looking in my basket.
I'm now trying to clean my room, and by cleaning I mean throwing everything from the floor to the closet. And even that is exhausting! School sucks your soul out through your feet!
P.S. that was a bit dramatic, I take I back.
On to what you're really here for: today's pockets:
3 markers: deep pockets today
Highlighter: to sniff when I get low, totally kidding
$1.18: because I'm a baller
Spider toy: spit from the mouth of a nugget
Note: to remind me of something
Snack wrapper: teachers eat too
Cube, randomly given to me
Monday, December 3, 2012
Manday
Have you ever had a day that you realized that everything that happened in your past was suppose to happen? That without those moments that you thought were so terrible needed to take place to have things all fit together presently? Yeah, I'm still waiting for that magic to happen while questioning my choices.
I really do feel bad for Mondays. Poor guy, hated just for existing. Do you think he would have chosen to be the first day of the work week? No, I'm sure they voted when he was on vacation or just pulled the short straw. I wouldn't want to be hated as much as Mondays are hated. I'm probably an a-hole for assuming that Monday is a dude, but I feel that a woman would have long since left this abusive relationship.
Today's nap time made jail seem like a luxurious spa! It's the last two hours of the day that make me feel as if I might burst into flames, or fall into convulsions, or start scream singing "losing my religion" by R.E.M.
I get it, I really do, I wasn't a napper either. I just wish the nuggets would understand the regret they will feel when they are sitting in their 10th grade math class wishing for a moment of slumber.
I guess you can only teach them so much! To add to the joy of my day, the new Dexter isn't on demand yet, so sad. Why must life be so cold?
Today's Pockets:
A nautical shell- a gift from a nugget, why?
Markers: shocking.
Pen: for writing notes home, pleading for mercy, kidding, sorta.
I really do feel bad for Mondays. Poor guy, hated just for existing. Do you think he would have chosen to be the first day of the work week? No, I'm sure they voted when he was on vacation or just pulled the short straw. I wouldn't want to be hated as much as Mondays are hated. I'm probably an a-hole for assuming that Monday is a dude, but I feel that a woman would have long since left this abusive relationship.
Today's nap time made jail seem like a luxurious spa! It's the last two hours of the day that make me feel as if I might burst into flames, or fall into convulsions, or start scream singing "losing my religion" by R.E.M.
I get it, I really do, I wasn't a napper either. I just wish the nuggets would understand the regret they will feel when they are sitting in their 10th grade math class wishing for a moment of slumber.
I guess you can only teach them so much! To add to the joy of my day, the new Dexter isn't on demand yet, so sad. Why must life be so cold?
Today's Pockets:
A nautical shell- a gift from a nugget, why?
Markers: shocking.
Pen: for writing notes home, pleading for mercy, kidding, sorta.
Friday, November 30, 2012
El pass that over here
It finally happened, the week ended! Magic Jacket returned and played a prank on the kids, hanging all of there id tags from the light. The kids got a kick out of it.
Speaking of kicks, we did kid tabeo today. Hilarious! Watching and doing it with the kids was so much fun! I can't wait to make a slideshow at the end of the year and put the video on there! The best part is when my nugget said "hip and dip, hip and dip".
The day actually went well, we didn't have a green day but it also didn't snow, so I won't complain!
It's the weekend of the Lockport Christmas parade, which is basically just a preview of the Lockport Mardi Gras parade. And it's a well known fact that the Lockport Mardi Gras parade is the greatest day of the year. Without a doubt, my favorite time of the year! A day to forget!
I'm thankful that its the weekend, and sad at the same time. Tomorrow is my first family Christmas party as an adult. No presents for me. Oh my childhood has been torn from my grasp! How my soul weeps!
Today's pockets: pretty boring today
Markers
Stickers
I'm not even gonna comment on those two items. It's redundant!
Speaking of kicks, we did kid tabeo today. Hilarious! Watching and doing it with the kids was so much fun! I can't wait to make a slideshow at the end of the year and put the video on there! The best part is when my nugget said "hip and dip, hip and dip".
The day actually went well, we didn't have a green day but it also didn't snow, so I won't complain!
It's the weekend of the Lockport Christmas parade, which is basically just a preview of the Lockport Mardi Gras parade. And it's a well known fact that the Lockport Mardi Gras parade is the greatest day of the year. Without a doubt, my favorite time of the year! A day to forget!
I'm thankful that its the weekend, and sad at the same time. Tomorrow is my first family Christmas party as an adult. No presents for me. Oh my childhood has been torn from my grasp! How my soul weeps!
Today's pockets: pretty boring today
Markers
Stickers
I'm not even gonna comment on those two items. It's redundant!
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Almost Famous
Man, I wrote a whole blog earlier but then met James Franco and forgot all about it! Lockport is so fun! I love this town! I spent the night sitting on the bayou side watching a movie being filmed. I seriously almost lost my mind when James was arms length away from me! So delicious!
Well my children were absolutely devastated that Magic Jacket wasn't here today, just kidding they didn't really care. I seem to write the word failure a lot!
Things do seem to be getting better management wise, or I'm caring less. One of those! The week passed fairly quickly so I can't really complain!
I do have some sad news. Due to my obsessive picking, the coast of Louisiana is eroding! It was my own doing, I'm destructive! But maybe it's just a foreshadowing of what's to come!! I'm referring to my tattoo, just incase you were confused!!
All the excitement from today has worm me out! One more day!!
Today's pockets:
Markers: for the obvious
Pizza Stickers: tonight was our school fundraiser
Stickers: bribery
Pens: for the referral I had to sign today :(
Well my children were absolutely devastated that Magic Jacket wasn't here today, just kidding they didn't really care. I seem to write the word failure a lot!
Things do seem to be getting better management wise, or I'm caring less. One of those! The week passed fairly quickly so I can't really complain!
I do have some sad news. Due to my obsessive picking, the coast of Louisiana is eroding! It was my own doing, I'm destructive! But maybe it's just a foreshadowing of what's to come!! I'm referring to my tattoo, just incase you were confused!!
All the excitement from today has worm me out! One more day!!
Today's pockets:
Markers: for the obvious
Pizza Stickers: tonight was our school fundraiser
Stickers: bribery
Pens: for the referral I had to sign today :(
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Post Script
And we've come to the half way mark of the week, praise Him! My students were well behaved for half of the day, which is more than it use to be.
I have a hunch that lunch is packed with protein or some energy booster. Up until we break bread they are behaved and controllable, afterwards its like BOOM!! They forget how to walk in a line, how to sit and how to use the bathroom.
It doesn't make sense to me, after I eat I feel like laying down! They eat and they want to clim the walls! I guess that's why I'm 23 and they are 5.
Once the bell rang, the bus riders are on the bus, the car riders were in the hall and all the I love yous were said I was back in my room working.
I noticed something awful, Magic Jacket, our class elf left! He was too sad from having to tell Santa so much bad news each day! I sure hopes he finds his way back.
Today's Pockets:
Maker: obviously
Highlighter: becoming common
Jingle Bell: confiscated from nap time
Post it: Doodles
The Letter L: also confiscated!
I have a hunch that lunch is packed with protein or some energy booster. Up until we break bread they are behaved and controllable, afterwards its like BOOM!! They forget how to walk in a line, how to sit and how to use the bathroom.
It doesn't make sense to me, after I eat I feel like laying down! They eat and they want to clim the walls! I guess that's why I'm 23 and they are 5.
Once the bell rang, the bus riders are on the bus, the car riders were in the hall and all the I love yous were said I was back in my room working.
I noticed something awful, Magic Jacket, our class elf left! He was too sad from having to tell Santa so much bad news each day! I sure hopes he finds his way back.
Today's Pockets:
Maker: obviously
Highlighter: becoming common
Jingle Bell: confiscated from nap time
Post it: Doodles
The Letter L: also confiscated!
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Pants in a Tuesday
Today was a day that shouldn't have required pants. It was dark, cold, and rainy all day! It should have been spent under a tin roof with a collection of DVDs or a good book!
Instead it was spent in my overpopulated classroom. Remember how I said most of my students were still sleepy yesterday? Well they woke up! I'm assuming that the next four weeks will pass slowly. But, I've been wrong before.
I had one of my moments where I knew I was in the right profession. When one if my little nuggets correctly identified 62 letter in a minuet I wanted to throw him up in the air! Previously he only identified around 10! It was an amazing feeling which was soon replaced with annoyance.
I have a tattling issue in my class. I have kids telling on students for doing something to SOMEONE ELSE! So I did some research and I found this one lady who uses the three b's; barfing, burning and bleeding. I needed to make it four and throw in "about to use the bathroom" because my students apparently don't have bladders. Hopefully this tames my tattle tails!
Today's pockets:
Marker: it's absence yesterday was odd
Highlighter: to highlight things off my to do list...love that
Quarter: for your thoughts
Paper clip: forever in my pockets
Gummy snack bag: my end of the day hunger won
Counter chip: too lazy to pick it up with the rest
Rubber band: confiscated!
Instead it was spent in my overpopulated classroom. Remember how I said most of my students were still sleepy yesterday? Well they woke up! I'm assuming that the next four weeks will pass slowly. But, I've been wrong before.
I had one of my moments where I knew I was in the right profession. When one if my little nuggets correctly identified 62 letter in a minuet I wanted to throw him up in the air! Previously he only identified around 10! It was an amazing feeling which was soon replaced with annoyance.
I have a tattling issue in my class. I have kids telling on students for doing something to SOMEONE ELSE! So I did some research and I found this one lady who uses the three b's; barfing, burning and bleeding. I needed to make it four and throw in "about to use the bathroom" because my students apparently don't have bladders. Hopefully this tames my tattle tails!
Today's pockets:
Marker: it's absence yesterday was odd
Highlighter: to highlight things off my to do list...love that
Quarter: for your thoughts
Paper clip: forever in my pockets
Gummy snack bag: my end of the day hunger won
Counter chip: too lazy to pick it up with the rest
Rubber band: confiscated!
Monday, November 26, 2012
Not so manic Monday
It happened. Reality actually showed up, and before my alarm went off! I feel like there are fewer things in life more annoying than waking up before your alarm. Why would your own body betray you like that! By 5:50 I could no longer contain the contents of my bladder, so I gave into Mother Nature and rose from my sleeping chambers.
My first day back was almost pleasant. This may be due to the fact that half of my class was still asleep upon their arrival into my classroom. I did change a few routines around that seemed to cut down a lot of the hectic actions of my beloved bunch of nuggets.
A special guest made an appearance in my classroom, elf on the shelf! By popular vote he was named Magic Jacket. I couldn't even make this up, Magic Jacket. The kids seem to be semi-phased by him.
I also got new glasses today, which were much needed. My other ones were so scratched, you would have assumed that I owned a feline of some sort. Maybe now I'll see everything in a whole new way!
Here's to hoping that the rest of the week goes as smoothly today!! Cheers friends!
Today's Pockets:
Three counter chips: from building numbers to 20
Two paper clips
Water bottle label: because the children in my class have started a fad of bringing water to lunch instead of drinking milk.
My first day back was almost pleasant. This may be due to the fact that half of my class was still asleep upon their arrival into my classroom. I did change a few routines around that seemed to cut down a lot of the hectic actions of my beloved bunch of nuggets.
A special guest made an appearance in my classroom, elf on the shelf! By popular vote he was named Magic Jacket. I couldn't even make this up, Magic Jacket. The kids seem to be semi-phased by him.
I also got new glasses today, which were much needed. My other ones were so scratched, you would have assumed that I owned a feline of some sort. Maybe now I'll see everything in a whole new way!
Here's to hoping that the rest of the week goes as smoothly today!! Cheers friends!
Today's Pockets:
Three counter chips: from building numbers to 20
Two paper clips
Water bottle label: because the children in my class have started a fad of bringing water to lunch instead of drinking milk.
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Gone but never forgotten...thanksgiving holidays
What a sad day. The last day of the Thanksgiving holidays, how tragic. Where has the week gone?!
To think I didn't eat sushi once, what a wasted week. I guess there's still time. I spent yesterday doing school work so I could be completely lazy today. I'm successful so far!
Unfortunately I have to face post Black Friday Walmart today. I can't possibly go another day without conditioner, my hair is like Devil's Snare, tangling around my head. If you are unfamiliar with Devil's Snare I suggest you get back to 1997 and pick up a book!
I really need a new ugly Christmas sweater! Last year, I made my own. Now that I'm rolling in the dough, I can afford to buy one!
Back to reality, oh there goes gravity....wait, that's a song. Weird
To think I didn't eat sushi once, what a wasted week. I guess there's still time. I spent yesterday doing school work so I could be completely lazy today. I'm successful so far!
Unfortunately I have to face post Black Friday Walmart today. I can't possibly go another day without conditioner, my hair is like Devil's Snare, tangling around my head. If you are unfamiliar with Devil's Snare I suggest you get back to 1997 and pick up a book!
I really need a new ugly Christmas sweater! Last year, I made my own. Now that I'm rolling in the dough, I can afford to buy one!
Back to reality, oh there goes gravity....wait, that's a song. Weird
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Put a ring on it!
Always a bridesmaid, never a bride....and thank The Lord for that! I couldn't be more excited to be bridesmaid to my college best friend Brandi!
Brandi and I have the kind of relationship that make absolutely no sense what so ever. I guess it's the theory that opposites attract at work. Seriously, take everything you know about me, besides my humor, and change it...that's Brandi!
They say you become most like the 5 people you spend the most time with. I'd probably be more like her if she would ever really want to hangout with me!
My break is going well so far. I can't sleep late to save my life though! Yesterday I was awake at 6, today I made it all the way to 7:15. I spent yesterday at school, cleaning my danger zone of a desk! Then rewarding myself with El Paso with my teacher soulmate and another coworker.
Today is a bug day. The girls are coming over for lunch and then a sleepover tonight! Can't wait to watch Tangled 400 times. Those girls are my life though! Can't say what I'd do without them!
Brandi and I have the kind of relationship that make absolutely no sense what so ever. I guess it's the theory that opposites attract at work. Seriously, take everything you know about me, besides my humor, and change it...that's Brandi!
They say you become most like the 5 people you spend the most time with. I'd probably be more like her if she would ever really want to hangout with me!
My break is going well so far. I can't sleep late to save my life though! Yesterday I was awake at 6, today I made it all the way to 7:15. I spent yesterday at school, cleaning my danger zone of a desk! Then rewarding myself with El Paso with my teacher soulmate and another coworker.
Today is a bug day. The girls are coming over for lunch and then a sleepover tonight! Can't wait to watch Tangled 400 times. Those girls are my life though! Can't say what I'd do without them!
Saturday, November 17, 2012
Fancy
So Friday was the longest day of my life! I kept waiting for someone to knock me out to ease the pain!
But alas, it did end. I ran out the building like the cast of Grease on the last day! I felt like Martin Luther King Jr. shouting "free at last, free at last, good God almighty we are free at last".
I spent my first night of freedom with my other half, Milton. But before hand I had a nice little pedicure with my Nanny. It felt good to give myself a treat. Off to Nola to see the perks of being a wallflower. The movie was perfection! It's the kind of film that changes you. I make really weird and obsessive connections to certain films and songs.
After seeing the epic-ness we went to Legends. Getting spotted as Rhonda Faye in a bar in the city was pretty amazing! I wish I would just be famous already!
Today was also eventful. Besides getting a new tattoo, which I will come back to in a bit, I took two naps. I actually hate that I wasted so much of my day, but also love the fact that I hibernated!
I love my new tattoo, but man it hurt. I felt like parts of my soul were dying! Sweet baby Jesus! I am surely never getting another tattoo near my foot again! It was like being stabbed by a million tiny bits of glass, and then rubbing it around!
Even with the memory of my soul's death so fresh in my mind I'm ready for another! :) I'm not sure if this one hurt more than my apple, or if I had just forgotten how awful it was!
My pockets were empty today, so I leave you with a picture of my tattoo!
But alas, it did end. I ran out the building like the cast of Grease on the last day! I felt like Martin Luther King Jr. shouting "free at last, free at last, good God almighty we are free at last".
I spent my first night of freedom with my other half, Milton. But before hand I had a nice little pedicure with my Nanny. It felt good to give myself a treat. Off to Nola to see the perks of being a wallflower. The movie was perfection! It's the kind of film that changes you. I make really weird and obsessive connections to certain films and songs.
After seeing the epic-ness we went to Legends. Getting spotted as Rhonda Faye in a bar in the city was pretty amazing! I wish I would just be famous already!
Today was also eventful. Besides getting a new tattoo, which I will come back to in a bit, I took two naps. I actually hate that I wasted so much of my day, but also love the fact that I hibernated!
I love my new tattoo, but man it hurt. I felt like parts of my soul were dying! Sweet baby Jesus! I am surely never getting another tattoo near my foot again! It was like being stabbed by a million tiny bits of glass, and then rubbing it around!
Even with the memory of my soul's death so fresh in my mind I'm ready for another! :) I'm not sure if this one hurt more than my apple, or if I had just forgotten how awful it was!
My pockets were empty today, so I leave you with a picture of my tattoo!
Thursday, November 15, 2012
JAIL
Really, today was Thursday? Did the Mayans make a mistake? How could today not be Friday?! Today was a day that makes you convinced that the universe is conspiring against you.
I just have to make it through 8 hours tomorrow! May sweet baby Jesus give me some extra umph and a cheery disposition!
Today I did have a hilarious moment though. I said that one of my students was on fire, a praise I use often which is probably lost on the kids. My classroom diva then busted out "this girl is on fireeeeeee" in true Alicia Keys form! Hilarious, I couldn't even fuss her.
I do love my nuggets, they just make me lose my mind a bit! They also make me rethink everything I ever did in school. I want to go on an apology tour. Starting with Mrs. Heidi, my pre-k teacher, and working my way all the way up through high school. I was always appreciated by my college teachers so I don't think a visit to them would be needed.
Today's Pockets:
Two tissue erasers: because I don't have dry erase erasers for all the students
Marker: from a child
Bandaid wrapper: from a bandaid that stayed on for about 3 minuets
Random Screw: once it's nap-time my children turn into janitors
I just have to make it through 8 hours tomorrow! May sweet baby Jesus give me some extra umph and a cheery disposition!
Today I did have a hilarious moment though. I said that one of my students was on fire, a praise I use often which is probably lost on the kids. My classroom diva then busted out "this girl is on fireeeeeee" in true Alicia Keys form! Hilarious, I couldn't even fuss her.
I do love my nuggets, they just make me lose my mind a bit! They also make me rethink everything I ever did in school. I want to go on an apology tour. Starting with Mrs. Heidi, my pre-k teacher, and working my way all the way up through high school. I was always appreciated by my college teachers so I don't think a visit to them would be needed.
Today's Pockets:
Two tissue erasers: because I don't have dry erase erasers for all the students
Marker: from a child
Bandaid wrapper: from a bandaid that stayed on for about 3 minuets
Random Screw: once it's nap-time my children turn into janitors
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Excuse me?
As the holidays near, I am so thankful for medication. After today I felt like I had a tomahawk sticking in my forehead. A little ironic thinking of how the first Thanksgiving went.
Today was open house, parents came into the classroom and did an activity with their students. Having grown adults sitting in Kindergarten chairs is pretty entertaining.
I would love to be inside the minds of my students for the day, I am curious to know why they make some choices. For example: when having to use the bathroom, at what point does a child decided "permission? I don't need that, let me just get up a go!" I about lost my mind! Or back to the oral fixation: "hmmm, this is covered in dirt and I have no idea what it is, I'll give it a taste". I just want to remember my thought process from when I was a child!
Two days left, 16 hours at school. I've made it this far, I know I can last until Friday at 3:30. Followed by an immediate, much needed, pedicure. I can't have my foot photographed every which way with my dragon scales showing.
Today's pockets:
3 markers: two dry erase, one crayola
Highlighter
Post it: with a free handed version of my tattoo, an ugly lady, my birth name and the name of the tattoo shop I hall be visit Saturday
Magnetic letter: confiscated from a kleptomaniac child
Fortune: from date night with my godchild
Silly band: a child found it to no longer interest her
Quarter: found by a parent on the floor in my room.
Today was open house, parents came into the classroom and did an activity with their students. Having grown adults sitting in Kindergarten chairs is pretty entertaining.
I would love to be inside the minds of my students for the day, I am curious to know why they make some choices. For example: when having to use the bathroom, at what point does a child decided "permission? I don't need that, let me just get up a go!" I about lost my mind! Or back to the oral fixation: "hmmm, this is covered in dirt and I have no idea what it is, I'll give it a taste". I just want to remember my thought process from when I was a child!
Two days left, 16 hours at school. I've made it this far, I know I can last until Friday at 3:30. Followed by an immediate, much needed, pedicure. I can't have my foot photographed every which way with my dragon scales showing.
Today's pockets:
3 markers: two dry erase, one crayola
Highlighter
Post it: with a free handed version of my tattoo, an ugly lady, my birth name and the name of the tattoo shop I hall be visit Saturday
Magnetic letter: confiscated from a kleptomaniac child
Fortune: from date night with my godchild
Silly band: a child found it to no longer interest her
Quarter: found by a parent on the floor in my room.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Yesterday's was better...
Another day down! It's amazing how fast time is going, yet Friday is so far away! How can it be?!
Today was like microwaved corn dogs. Good but not great! I'll take it! The virus seemed to just pay me a little visit to make sure I didn't miss his presence. I'm glad to be feeling better!
I was a proud mama today when my little nuggets did so well with comparing and contrasting. This whole teaching thing isn't toooooo bad. I need Stella over here, she got her groove back so maybe she could help me find mine. If that reference is lost on you, please do yourself a favor and google!
Today's pockets:
Marker: only one!
Highlighter: from correcting journals.
Koozie: a child handed it to me after returning from the bathroom.
Paper clip: 2, one in shape, the other out of shape
Candy wrapper: ramen noodles didn't really do the trick
Glue stick: found during nap
Box top: also found during nap
Stickers: bribery
Magnetic letter i: ?
Today was like microwaved corn dogs. Good but not great! I'll take it! The virus seemed to just pay me a little visit to make sure I didn't miss his presence. I'm glad to be feeling better!
I was a proud mama today when my little nuggets did so well with comparing and contrasting. This whole teaching thing isn't toooooo bad. I need Stella over here, she got her groove back so maybe she could help me find mine. If that reference is lost on you, please do yourself a favor and google!
Today's pockets:
Marker: only one!
Highlighter: from correcting journals.
Koozie: a child handed it to me after returning from the bathroom.
Paper clip: 2, one in shape, the other out of shape
Candy wrapper: ramen noodles didn't really do the trick
Glue stick: found during nap
Box top: also found during nap
Stickers: bribery
Magnetic letter i: ?
Monday, November 12, 2012
Gag me with a spoon
The spoon wasn't really needed, the virus is spreading like melted butter around our school. I thought for sure I would see my s'mores poptart again but I made it through the day.
One day down, four more to go. Hopefully the rest are less eventful. I know Freud has this entire theory about oral fixation in children but what I don't understand is why they choose the things they do! Today I had one kid with the sticker that holds little Kleenex packets together on her tongue, why?!? Shirt collars, jacket sleeves, erasers, pencils, id tags, thumbs. Are they hungry? I give them a snack everyday! I guess that's another question to scribble on my notebook for the lurd, along with are zebras white with black stripes and black with white stripes and why I never met Barbra Streisand.
Today I wore my amazing polkadot pants that are equipped with deep pockets so the amount of objects obtained today is magical.
Today's pockets:
4 markers: because 3 just isn't enough
Post it note: why is that not in the trash
Crumbled hat from the Veterans Day program: because it not fitting correctly wasn't ok with one of my students
An audio jack: from the radio thy doesn't work
Pen: you know, for writing
Bandaid: to cover my offensive apple tattoo
Paper clip: to hold me together
Mysterious brown object: spit from the mouth if a child to my hand because we have trust issues when it comes to throwing things away
One day down, four more to go. Hopefully the rest are less eventful. I know Freud has this entire theory about oral fixation in children but what I don't understand is why they choose the things they do! Today I had one kid with the sticker that holds little Kleenex packets together on her tongue, why?!? Shirt collars, jacket sleeves, erasers, pencils, id tags, thumbs. Are they hungry? I give them a snack everyday! I guess that's another question to scribble on my notebook for the lurd, along with are zebras white with black stripes and black with white stripes and why I never met Barbra Streisand.
Today I wore my amazing polkadot pants that are equipped with deep pockets so the amount of objects obtained today is magical.
Today's pockets:
4 markers: because 3 just isn't enough
Post it note: why is that not in the trash
Crumbled hat from the Veterans Day program: because it not fitting correctly wasn't ok with one of my students
An audio jack: from the radio thy doesn't work
Pen: you know, for writing
Bandaid: to cover my offensive apple tattoo
Paper clip: to hold me together
Mysterious brown object: spit from the mouth if a child to my hand because we have trust issues when it comes to throwing things away
Saturday, November 10, 2012
A world without Whitney
Well yesterday was a doozie, so I spent my night with the boozie! Ha, that was my corny joke for the day. I don't know if its because its been so long since we had a break from school or if I'm losing my mind, but this teaching thing seems harder and harder. To all of you in college for education, all I can say is "bless your heart".
I did get a thanksgiving present and a nice card from one of my students that made me feel like I was doing something right, but that lasted about an hour.
So after my rough day I used my id and my debit card, which were in my pockets, to buy copious amounts of fermented grapes and The Bodygaurd. It's so sad that Whitney is gone. :(
One week, one week until I get to sit at an over crowded table, yell over other family members' voices and eat myself into a food coma, all whole sporting a new tattoo! I can't wait!
Tonight will be spent with fermented wheat, LSU football, and friends!
Yesterday's pockets:
Id and debit card: for the fermented grapes
Highlighter: didn't use it once
Marker: obviously
Empty Nerds box: afternoon snack
Receipt: from fermented grapes.
I did get a thanksgiving present and a nice card from one of my students that made me feel like I was doing something right, but that lasted about an hour.
So after my rough day I used my id and my debit card, which were in my pockets, to buy copious amounts of fermented grapes and The Bodygaurd. It's so sad that Whitney is gone. :(
One week, one week until I get to sit at an over crowded table, yell over other family members' voices and eat myself into a food coma, all whole sporting a new tattoo! I can't wait!
Tonight will be spent with fermented wheat, LSU football, and friends!
Yesterday's pockets:
Id and debit card: for the fermented grapes
Highlighter: didn't use it once
Marker: obviously
Empty Nerds box: afternoon snack
Receipt: from fermented grapes.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Mama always said
I typed out an entire blog that was just a pity party. So instead of dragging out my day via this virtual diary, I'll just get to the pockets.
Today's Pockets:
$2- not really sure why I have that.
Two markers and one highlighter: for the purposes of writing important things.
Sticker paper: bribery.
Yellow crayon: taken away from a child who was unwilling to pick it up himself.
"Sometimes there aren't enough rocks"- Forrest Gump
Today's Pockets:
$2- not really sure why I have that.
Two markers and one highlighter: for the purposes of writing important things.
Sticker paper: bribery.
Yellow crayon: taken away from a child who was unwilling to pick it up himself.
"Sometimes there aren't enough rocks"- Forrest Gump
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Frankly my dear,
Another post Election Day filled with angry facebookers. I wonder, before Facebook, did people openly fight in the streets about their candidate of choice? It really was an interesting addition to my morning ritual: wake up, check messages, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.
This isn't about politics though, it's about pockets! I had a jacket and pants on today so you would think I would be overloaded, but I think I did pretty well.
Having yesterday off totally threw me for a loop, today felt like a Monday...thankfully it wasn't! I'm in desperate need of Thanksgiving break! I didn't have a horrible day, just frustrating at times.
I'm thinking of bringing an air bed and just setting up camp in my room. I stayed until 5:30 today,which isn't super late but thanks to Ben Franklin it was extremely dark. Truthfully I would have been there longer if I hadn't been forced to leave by a coworker. Trying to get ahead is exhausting!
Today's pockets:
A dry erase marker- like every other day
Walmart receipt: from snacks for the class
Hershey Kisses: because school is much like a Dementor (google it you non Harry Potter fan freaks)
A note: to remind me of something
A phone message from the office: from the concerned parent of an over active bladder
Quote of the day: (after reading a guided reading book about a family, who just happened to be African American)
Me: Is your family like her's?
Child 1: Yes, except I don't have a cat, I have two dogs!
Child 2: No, these people are all black!
This isn't about politics though, it's about pockets! I had a jacket and pants on today so you would think I would be overloaded, but I think I did pretty well.
Having yesterday off totally threw me for a loop, today felt like a Monday...thankfully it wasn't! I'm in desperate need of Thanksgiving break! I didn't have a horrible day, just frustrating at times.
I'm thinking of bringing an air bed and just setting up camp in my room. I stayed until 5:30 today,which isn't super late but thanks to Ben Franklin it was extremely dark. Truthfully I would have been there longer if I hadn't been forced to leave by a coworker. Trying to get ahead is exhausting!
Today's pockets:
A dry erase marker- like every other day
Walmart receipt: from snacks for the class
Hershey Kisses: because school is much like a Dementor (google it you non Harry Potter fan freaks)
A note: to remind me of something
A phone message from the office: from the concerned parent of an over active bladder
Quote of the day: (after reading a guided reading book about a family, who just happened to be African American)
Me: Is your family like her's?
Child 1: Yes, except I don't have a cat, I have two dogs!
Child 2: No, these people are all black!
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Vote Dino
So, I've talked about this in earlier blogs, I have commitment issues. That's why my longest relationship was with a car. I really wanted to blog everyday, but school got in the way. It seems to do that a lot these days.
A surprising amour of things have happened in the past week since I last shared my thoughts with the web.
Firstly, I attended the greatest concert of my life. Seriously, Jewel is astounding! Glitter is still a part of my everyday ensemble due to my Halloween costume. I also survived my first teacher trip to Grand Isle, I'd share details but there are rules that mustn't be broken when it comes to the Las Vegas of Louisiana.
I didn't take a picture from yesterday, but I do recall having a tiny stuffed dog that I took captive during nap time, a battery from the clock that one of my students decided needed to come come down, and an empty fruit snack wrapper.
It's pretty crazy how much today feels like a Saturday, which will make going back tomorrow even harder. But Thanksgiving is right around the corner. I can already hear all of my family talking at once and the unsnapping of jeans when it's nap time!
According to veteran teachers the second part of the year flies by! Here's to hoping that is true!
I leave you today with a little Kindergarten advice I heard yesterday.
Student 1: Don't vote for Obama, he is mean.
Student 2: I'd vote for Obama.
Student 3: I'd vote for a dinosaur!
I think Mr. 3 is on to something!
Go vote!!!
A surprising amour of things have happened in the past week since I last shared my thoughts with the web.
Firstly, I attended the greatest concert of my life. Seriously, Jewel is astounding! Glitter is still a part of my everyday ensemble due to my Halloween costume. I also survived my first teacher trip to Grand Isle, I'd share details but there are rules that mustn't be broken when it comes to the Las Vegas of Louisiana.
I didn't take a picture from yesterday, but I do recall having a tiny stuffed dog that I took captive during nap time, a battery from the clock that one of my students decided needed to come come down, and an empty fruit snack wrapper.
It's pretty crazy how much today feels like a Saturday, which will make going back tomorrow even harder. But Thanksgiving is right around the corner. I can already hear all of my family talking at once and the unsnapping of jeans when it's nap time!
According to veteran teachers the second part of the year flies by! Here's to hoping that is true!
I leave you today with a little Kindergarten advice I heard yesterday.
Student 1: Don't vote for Obama, he is mean.
Student 2: I'd vote for Obama.
Student 3: I'd vote for a dinosaur!
I think Mr. 3 is on to something!
Go vote!!!
Sunday, October 28, 2012
One Hand in my Pocket
Well I wore sweatpants all day. No pockets, no prizes.
It was a weekend of costumes though. Rhonda Faye, a football field and one Rainbow Fish! Halloween is only surpassed by Mardi Gras. The amazingness of costumes never cease to amaze me!
That's it! I'm quitting my job and becoming a costume designer/maker! It's perfect! Custom Costumes by Caillouet! Writing my letter of resignation now!
Back to reality, I brought home work to do....all of it is still in my school bag. I dedicated my weekend to acting like an 18 year old. Now I feel like an 89 year old! I don't want to go to work, but I'm ready for tomorrow so I can meet Jewel!!
By meet I mean be in the same room with, which is the same thing!! And I'm excite about my first personal day' hanging out with the bugs all day and napping!
"Your hands are in my hair, but my heart is in your teeth baby!" - Jewel
It was a weekend of costumes though. Rhonda Faye, a football field and one Rainbow Fish! Halloween is only surpassed by Mardi Gras. The amazingness of costumes never cease to amaze me!
That's it! I'm quitting my job and becoming a costume designer/maker! It's perfect! Custom Costumes by Caillouet! Writing my letter of resignation now!
Back to reality, I brought home work to do....all of it is still in my school bag. I dedicated my weekend to acting like an 18 year old. Now I feel like an 89 year old! I don't want to go to work, but I'm ready for tomorrow so I can meet Jewel!!
By meet I mean be in the same room with, which is the same thing!! And I'm excite about my first personal day' hanging out with the bugs all day and napping!
"Your hands are in my hair, but my heart is in your teeth baby!" - Jewel
Friday, October 26, 2012
Welcome weekend
I needed a mustache today. Don't you ever have those days that you know would have been enhanced by one? Of no, then I don't think we would really get along.
The start of the day went well, it's the afternoons that really ruin everything for me. I'm tired, the kids are tired, but not tired enough to take a nap!
I try telling them that in ten years, when they are sitting in math class they are going to regret staying awake during nap time. I guess I won't get my satisfaction until then.
Spain has it right, siestas everyday! Whattttt? I would fit right in! Naps are gifts!!
I'm glad the week is over, ready to hangout with people I've the age of five and not here a Ms. in front of my name.
Today's Pocket's; less because I only had back pockets.
Bribery item: only one kid got to take her shoes off today.
Opened pen: I probably have ink everywhere
Calendar number: unsure
Creepy doll head eraser: confiscated item
"That's the only argument I need Shawn"- Bad Teacher
The start of the day went well, it's the afternoons that really ruin everything for me. I'm tired, the kids are tired, but not tired enough to take a nap!
I try telling them that in ten years, when they are sitting in math class they are going to regret staying awake during nap time. I guess I won't get my satisfaction until then.
Spain has it right, siestas everyday! Whattttt? I would fit right in! Naps are gifts!!
I'm glad the week is over, ready to hangout with people I've the age of five and not here a Ms. in front of my name.
Today's Pocket's; less because I only had back pockets.
Bribery item: only one kid got to take her shoes off today.
Opened pen: I probably have ink everywhere
Calendar number: unsure
Creepy doll head eraser: confiscated item
"That's the only argument I need Shawn"- Bad Teacher
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Life choices
Today was the kind of day that made me question every life choice I have ever made that has lead me to my current life status.
I started off with a cheery disposition and an "only one more day" attitude, but we quickly slapped in the face by the reality of my occupation and its requirements. Never before have I ever questioned that teaching was the profession for me, now I question it often.
I look forward to the day 30 years from now when I'm re-reading this on my virtual computer wall that I have in my hovercraft and laugh. Currently though, I want to pack a bag, hop on a plane and find work setting up beach chairs in Mexico.
Today's Pocket Surprises:
No shoes at nap coupon (a shameless attempt to bribe my students...also a failure)
Two markers, one marker cap.
Two glue sticks, that I took away from students.
Paper clip.
Lip gloss, because my lips are so dry I want to cut them off!
Here's to the hope of a better tomorrow!
I started off with a cheery disposition and an "only one more day" attitude, but we quickly slapped in the face by the reality of my occupation and its requirements. Never before have I ever questioned that teaching was the profession for me, now I question it often.
I look forward to the day 30 years from now when I'm re-reading this on my virtual computer wall that I have in my hovercraft and laugh. Currently though, I want to pack a bag, hop on a plane and find work setting up beach chairs in Mexico.
Today's Pocket Surprises:
No shoes at nap coupon (a shameless attempt to bribe my students...also a failure)
Two markers, one marker cap.
Two glue sticks, that I took away from students.
Paper clip.
Lip gloss, because my lips are so dry I want to cut them off!
Here's to the hope of a better tomorrow!
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Pocket full of Posies
Wednesdays should be renamed: something along the lines of Punchday, because I all I wanted to do was punch myself in the face. It's over though and I'm ready to move to Thursday!
Kindergarten was full of crazy today. Book fair, fire drill, computer lab, sick students and a short nap.
The contents of today's pockets: two markers; what puzzles me is why I would grab another one if I had one so close; a ponytail, a sticker, a magnet clip, lip gloss, bouncy ball, nickel, the back to a pin and trash.
How could all of these items possible fit in my too tight pants pockets?! I can barely fit in them! My pockets must have powers like Mary Poppins' carpet bag. The worst part is when I sat down one of the objects was poking me, but instead of removing it, I just shifted it a little. My level of laziness has increased since I entered the working world. This does not bode well for my mother's sanity!
"A spoon full of sugar"- Mary Poppins
Kindergarten was full of crazy today. Book fair, fire drill, computer lab, sick students and a short nap.
The contents of today's pockets: two markers; what puzzles me is why I would grab another one if I had one so close; a ponytail, a sticker, a magnet clip, lip gloss, bouncy ball, nickel, the back to a pin and trash.
How could all of these items possible fit in my too tight pants pockets?! I can barely fit in them! My pockets must have powers like Mary Poppins' carpet bag. The worst part is when I sat down one of the objects was poking me, but instead of removing it, I just shifted it a little. My level of laziness has increased since I entered the working world. This does not bode well for my mother's sanity!
"A spoon full of sugar"- Mary Poppins
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Kindergarten Pockets
Running, that lasted. On to the next endeavor! A private look into the life of a Kindergarten teacher...through my pockets. I come home each day with pants full of surprises!
Today: a highlighter, pen, paper clip, maker and a toy lizard!
Today: a highlighter, pen, paper clip, maker and a toy lizard!
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Commit
My commitment issues are just laid out for the entire blog world to see. I can't even remember the last time I wrote. School and hurricanes and mental breakdowns have been a bit of a distraction.
School being the cause of the mental breakdowns. At first I cried almost everyday, it's more of a weekly thing now! No need for a pity party, I'm always a hot mess. Being a teacher is the hardest thing I've ever done, and mainly the only thing. So I don't have much to compare it to, but I think I'm on the right track. Being responsible for 26 five year olds, lessons, grouping, scores and mounds of paperwork is overwhelming.
I couldn't picture myself doing anything else with my life though. And a hug or a brilliant response from a child makes all the stress dissolve for a moment!
On the Hurricane note, I'm a little famous now! Rhonda Faye swept Louisiana with her updates of Hurricane Isaac. So fun to do, and I'm
glad to have brought laughter in a time of stress.
I have officially entered adulthood, I received my first pay check! My phone keeps notifying me that I have more than 500 dollars, I think it's freaking out. It's use to only having $6! I love it, I've bought so many useless things already.
I know I should be saving but, YOLO right?
I'm ready to parrrrrty- Bridesmaids
School being the cause of the mental breakdowns. At first I cried almost everyday, it's more of a weekly thing now! No need for a pity party, I'm always a hot mess. Being a teacher is the hardest thing I've ever done, and mainly the only thing. So I don't have much to compare it to, but I think I'm on the right track. Being responsible for 26 five year olds, lessons, grouping, scores and mounds of paperwork is overwhelming.
I couldn't picture myself doing anything else with my life though. And a hug or a brilliant response from a child makes all the stress dissolve for a moment!
On the Hurricane note, I'm a little famous now! Rhonda Faye swept Louisiana with her updates of Hurricane Isaac. So fun to do, and I'm
glad to have brought laughter in a time of stress.
I have officially entered adulthood, I received my first pay check! My phone keeps notifying me that I have more than 500 dollars, I think it's freaking out. It's use to only having $6! I love it, I've bought so many useless things already.
I know I should be saving but, YOLO right?
I'm ready to parrrrrty- Bridesmaids
Sunday, July 29, 2012
Long Time
My commitment issues are well displayed. I haven't written in a long time. I find that I always go through stages.
Examples: at the moment I only want to want to eat the Chef Boyardee meat balls and pasta, not the ravioli. I was so into the couch to the 5k and now I haven't done it in over a week. I went through a phase in high school where I would stretch every morning, that lasted about a month.
I think the thing is that I get bored with things. I need variation in my life! Right now though all I do is work in my room at school. I'm feeling good about it but also completely overwhelmed.
I always feel that no matter how much I get done, I still have so much more to do. Three day long meetings next week will take me out of my room, which is making me crazy!
This week is my last full week off! Summer went by so fast. I'm excited and scared all at the same time. It's a new part of my life that's basically a mystery. There isn't a pause button though so I guess I'll just have to move forward.
I'm super ready for my first pay check. Pay my debts, save some for a new living space, spend some on myself and others. My goal is to be moved out of my parents house in a year. I'll need to start looking for a roommate now, because there is no way I could live alone.
"It's an imperfect world, screws fall out all the time" - The Breakfast Club
Examples: at the moment I only want to want to eat the Chef Boyardee meat balls and pasta, not the ravioli. I was so into the couch to the 5k and now I haven't done it in over a week. I went through a phase in high school where I would stretch every morning, that lasted about a month.
I think the thing is that I get bored with things. I need variation in my life! Right now though all I do is work in my room at school. I'm feeling good about it but also completely overwhelmed.
I always feel that no matter how much I get done, I still have so much more to do. Three day long meetings next week will take me out of my room, which is making me crazy!
This week is my last full week off! Summer went by so fast. I'm excited and scared all at the same time. It's a new part of my life that's basically a mystery. There isn't a pause button though so I guess I'll just have to move forward.
I'm super ready for my first pay check. Pay my debts, save some for a new living space, spend some on myself and others. My goal is to be moved out of my parents house in a year. I'll need to start looking for a roommate now, because there is no way I could live alone.
"It's an imperfect world, screws fall out all the time" - The Breakfast Club
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Boating
I've been a busy lady! Not doing my walk or jog but painting in my classroom! It looks so much better but it was a lot of work, and I still have more to go! I'm really excited about it though!
Today was a rough one in the classroom thought because I was so tired and hungover. A girls night with some friends and aunts was much needed but exhausting! Four hours of sleep then 3 hours in the room painting and what not.
But now I'm on a mini vacation. The great land of Biloxi to see the legendary Joan Rivers! You might thing I'm being sarcastic but I'm not! I freaking love her! I'm very excited! The trip didn't exactly start off on the right foot! I not only did I forgot the short that I planned on wearing I also forgot my bra. And today of all days I wore the oldest, thinnest sports bra I own.
What if I actually meet Joan?! I can't be wearing that!! An emergency trip to Walmart and now I look like the Kardashian I really am!!
On another random note, I want Otto be known that if I ever married a type of food it would be Chinese. He would never do me wong!
"What's happening hot stuff?" - Sixteen Candles
Today was a rough one in the classroom thought because I was so tired and hungover. A girls night with some friends and aunts was much needed but exhausting! Four hours of sleep then 3 hours in the room painting and what not.
But now I'm on a mini vacation. The great land of Biloxi to see the legendary Joan Rivers! You might thing I'm being sarcastic but I'm not! I freaking love her! I'm very excited! The trip didn't exactly start off on the right foot! I not only did I forgot the short that I planned on wearing I also forgot my bra. And today of all days I wore the oldest, thinnest sports bra I own.
What if I actually meet Joan?! I can't be wearing that!! An emergency trip to Walmart and now I look like the Kardashian I really am!!
On another random note, I want Otto be known that if I ever married a type of food it would be Chinese. He would never do me wong!
"What's happening hot stuff?" - Sixteen Candles
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
sore-ta
Today's walk/jog was basically pathetic! As my alarm was going off I just couldn't motivate myself to get out of bed to go. After an hour, I had my mental list of pros and cons, and the pros won. I decided to try something new since I was suppose to jog for thirteen minuets. I was going to bring my phone with me and listen to music.
What a horrible idea! Not only were all the alerts from Facebook and text messages totally distracting, but my leg would involuntary begin to limp whenever a rap song would come on. Sure, it would pump me up and get me ready, but then my gangster switch would just flip. I couldn't stop the swag. Swagger doesn't really make for good running posture. Needless to say, I did not complete my thirteen minuet mile.
In other news, the paint for my classroom came in today! I couldn't be more excited! I've been waiting for this so I can actually get into the room and make real changes. Sure, I dusted and swept and whatnot. But now I want to transform it into something entirely new! It'll be my little love fern! Watching How to Lose a Guy in 10 days may affect my writing!
Our love fern, you let it die?!!? - How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
What a horrible idea! Not only were all the alerts from Facebook and text messages totally distracting, but my leg would involuntary begin to limp whenever a rap song would come on. Sure, it would pump me up and get me ready, but then my gangster switch would just flip. I couldn't stop the swag. Swagger doesn't really make for good running posture. Needless to say, I did not complete my thirteen minuet mile.
In other news, the paint for my classroom came in today! I couldn't be more excited! I've been waiting for this so I can actually get into the room and make real changes. Sure, I dusted and swept and whatnot. But now I want to transform it into something entirely new! It'll be my little love fern! Watching How to Lose a Guy in 10 days may affect my writing!
Our love fern, you let it die?!!? - How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days
Monday, July 9, 2012
I've been through the desert on a horse with no name
You can never trust your weather channel app! I actually woke up to go do my workout and checked the weather, I was suppose to have an hour before the rain!
Lies, all lies! I had about five minuets of a dry run. At first the rain was light and a little refreshing. Then it became the perfect storm! While jogging with the wind and rain was fine, but once I turned around to head down the street I was constantly slapped with wind and rain.
I was suppose to jog for 11 minuets but I couldn't even see in front of me and I just kept seeing Lieutenant Dan from Forrest Gump yelling about not letting your socks get wet. I jogged for about six, walked a few more and ten ran back to my house. My clothes are still in the bathtub and my shoes are in the dryer!
I also turned in all my paperwork with the school board. It's all becoming extremely real and scary! I'm glad though because I'm ready to start on this new leg, to have a real paycheck and maybe even new living quarters soon!
Just singing in rain, what a glorious feeling- Singing in the Rain
Lies, all lies! I had about five minuets of a dry run. At first the rain was light and a little refreshing. Then it became the perfect storm! While jogging with the wind and rain was fine, but once I turned around to head down the street I was constantly slapped with wind and rain.
I was suppose to jog for 11 minuets but I couldn't even see in front of me and I just kept seeing Lieutenant Dan from Forrest Gump yelling about not letting your socks get wet. I jogged for about six, walked a few more and ten ran back to my house. My clothes are still in the bathtub and my shoes are in the dryer!
I also turned in all my paperwork with the school board. It's all becoming extremely real and scary! I'm glad though because I'm ready to start on this new leg, to have a real paycheck and maybe even new living quarters soon!
Just singing in rain, what a glorious feeling- Singing in the Rain
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Laughter through tears
Well well well. I've come to the painful realization that I'm not 18 anymore. I acted like I was last night, and now I'm paying for it.
Yesterday afternoon was a friend's couple's shower. It was like being in high school again! Sitting there with old friends like no time had passed at all! I loved it and I wish it could happen more often!
I also had a huge drunken revelation about my life and myself. Though I sounded like Jack Nicholson from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, it totally made sense to me. That's what's really important right?
I really need to locate my id, but I have no idea where it is! I should have given it to my friend who had her purse, but I opted for the class bra purse and now I have no identification. The bar's phone is off the hook and I don't want to drive out there if no one is there.
I'm suppose to walk/jog today but I feel that I would literally throw up or pass out! I already want to and I've just been laying around. I'll have to adjust my schedule next week to fit it all in.
Which one of you nuts have got guts? - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Yesterday afternoon was a friend's couple's shower. It was like being in high school again! Sitting there with old friends like no time had passed at all! I loved it and I wish it could happen more often!
I also had a huge drunken revelation about my life and myself. Though I sounded like Jack Nicholson from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, it totally made sense to me. That's what's really important right?
I really need to locate my id, but I have no idea where it is! I should have given it to my friend who had her purse, but I opted for the class bra purse and now I have no identification. The bar's phone is off the hook and I don't want to drive out there if no one is there.
I'm suppose to walk/jog today but I feel that I would literally throw up or pass out! I already want to and I've just been laying around. I'll have to adjust my schedule next week to fit it all in.
Which one of you nuts have got guts? - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
Friday, July 6, 2012
Getting the Worm
For the first time in a while, I actually woke up and did my walk/jog. At the start I was impressed, I jogged for almost half a mile without stopping!
After that though, it was hard to run again. I was suppose to jog six, walk five, jog six, walk five. I'm just realizing that I totally forgot to walk the other five. Whoops! I guess I totally forgot because I was about to throw up in a ditch.
I feel so dumb now! I might not having been able to jog the last three minuets of the second jog but I definitely could have walked for five more! I think it's because for the most part of this it's walk five, jog however long, wall five. So I'm use to only doing three increments.
I need to start bringing water though, I needed it, that might have been another factor in my momentary Alzheimer's.
On another note, I might get my car back today! This is very exciting! It's hard to believe how much I actually relied on it.
Maybe shes praying because the elastic is shot in her pantyhose. - Steel Magnolias
After that though, it was hard to run again. I was suppose to jog six, walk five, jog six, walk five. I'm just realizing that I totally forgot to walk the other five. Whoops! I guess I totally forgot because I was about to throw up in a ditch.
I feel so dumb now! I might not having been able to jog the last three minuets of the second jog but I definitely could have walked for five more! I think it's because for the most part of this it's walk five, jog however long, wall five. So I'm use to only doing three increments.
I need to start bringing water though, I needed it, that might have been another factor in my momentary Alzheimer's.
On another note, I might get my car back today! This is very exciting! It's hard to believe how much I actually relied on it.
Maybe shes praying because the elastic is shot in her pantyhose. - Steel Magnolias
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Worth a thousand words..
Today I've seen the greatest picture of myself that I believe will ever be taken of me. It seems to have captured every fiber of my being! Mike Lirette is an amazing photographer! He captured the entire mood the night! I'll attach it! In love!!
It's funny how photos can capture so much. Sometimes they show us things we don't normally see in ourselves. When I look in the mirror, or when I mentally picture myself in my head, I look totally different than in pictures.
In a way it's completely motivating and depressing all at the same time. The picture I'm posting of course is amazing, but in others I see the features I'd like to change. I set my alarm for 6:30 tomorrow morning. Getting back in the workout grind!
I skipped yesterday's due to the holiday, and was going to do it tonight, but my body would basically punch me in the face, of this I'm sure.
Independence day was magical, Independence night wasn't. I couldn't fall asleep to save my life! After three episodes of House and three of I Love Lucy, I was nauseas as ever! It was weird though because my imbibing wasn't excessive, though my previous post made have made you think otherwise.
I'm feeling better now, but definitely not feeling like a champ. I'm ready to get all the toxins out tomorrow in the morning heat!
Why do you want to take a portrait of someone you've never seen, Diane? - Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus
It's funny how photos can capture so much. Sometimes they show us things we don't normally see in ourselves. When I look in the mirror, or when I mentally picture myself in my head, I look totally different than in pictures.
In a way it's completely motivating and depressing all at the same time. The picture I'm posting of course is amazing, but in others I see the features I'd like to change. I set my alarm for 6:30 tomorrow morning. Getting back in the workout grind!
I skipped yesterday's due to the holiday, and was going to do it tonight, but my body would basically punch me in the face, of this I'm sure.
Independence day was magical, Independence night wasn't. I couldn't fall asleep to save my life! After three episodes of House and three of I Love Lucy, I was nauseas as ever! It was weird though because my imbibing wasn't excessive, though my previous post made have made you think otherwise.
I'm feeling better now, but definitely not feeling like a champ. I'm ready to get all the toxins out tomorrow in the morning heat!
Why do you want to take a portrait of someone you've never seen, Diane? - Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Freedom
The island never fails! It's not named Grand Isle for nothing! It really is grand!
I got to catch up with old friends and gain an uncle! The white russians are dangerous and the booze cruises are serious!
I'm always the first to go to bed but all this freedoms must have given me a "second wind". I made a funny, because that's the name of the camp! Oh so witty! I'm so glad for our freedom! So so glad!
Too often I take it for granted. Today reminded me of all the good in my life!
They can take our lives, but they can never take our freedom- Brave Heart
I got to catch up with old friends and gain an uncle! The white russians are dangerous and the booze cruises are serious!
I'm always the first to go to bed but all this freedoms must have given me a "second wind". I made a funny, because that's the name of the camp! Oh so witty! I'm so glad for our freedom! So so glad!
Too often I take it for granted. Today reminded me of all the good in my life!
They can take our lives, but they can never take our freedom- Brave Heart
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
The Blues
I'm guessing you learn something new everyday. Wanna know what I leaned today? I am a horrible baker!
My mother is practically famous for her cream cheese squares. People shun her when she shows up somewhere without them, they request them as presents. They are legendary! And I screwed them up royally! First I of course needed to add food coloring to make them blue in honor for out great nation's birthday. This was a fun idea, but a total fail. The turned out green! Second, I completely forgot I was even baking them and they brunt! Not un-edible but not the cream cheese squares everyone loves.
My mother is mortified and will probably never let me make them again. On her death bed she'll probably rip the recipe out and tell my sister to never let me see it.
I also learned that doing a cartwheel becomes increasingly more difficult with age. I use to be able to cut cartwheels across the entire yard. I did like five tonight and I'm already sore!
Tomorrow I'll be on island time! No promise of my witty banter! :)
I need a little more love in this ear- This Is It
My mother is practically famous for her cream cheese squares. People shun her when she shows up somewhere without them, they request them as presents. They are legendary! And I screwed them up royally! First I of course needed to add food coloring to make them blue in honor for out great nation's birthday. This was a fun idea, but a total fail. The turned out green! Second, I completely forgot I was even baking them and they brunt! Not un-edible but not the cream cheese squares everyone loves.
My mother is mortified and will probably never let me make them again. On her death bed she'll probably rip the recipe out and tell my sister to never let me see it.
I also learned that doing a cartwheel becomes increasingly more difficult with age. I use to be able to cut cartwheels across the entire yard. I did like five tonight and I'm already sore!
Tomorrow I'll be on island time! No promise of my witty banter! :)
I need a little more love in this ear- This Is It
Monday, July 2, 2012
Ketchup
So I lied yesterday when I said I was waking up at 7. It didn't happen, but I did do my workout today. It was hard! I was suppose to jog for nine mins, but I just couldn't do it. I think it's easier to do it on a treadmill or elliptical because it absorbs some of the shock. I did jog for five mins straight though, which is a lot more than I could do five weeks ago.
I've been committed to this for five weeks, it's the longest relationship I've ever had! With the exception of the relationship I have with my death trap of my car. Today my father used it to go to work because his truck was in the shop. Much to his surprise, my gear shaft had a malfunction.
I'm so glad it happened to him instead of me because he never would have believed me of I had gotten into a wreck. Luckily, he didn't get into an accident.
The night ended with a catch up visit with a lovely lady. The one thing I dislike about growing up is the totally lack of sleepovers! I'll make a point to have them more often!
That's what I love about high school...- Dazed and Confused
I've been committed to this for five weeks, it's the longest relationship I've ever had! With the exception of the relationship I have with my death trap of my car. Today my father used it to go to work because his truck was in the shop. Much to his surprise, my gear shaft had a malfunction.
I'm so glad it happened to him instead of me because he never would have believed me of I had gotten into a wreck. Luckily, he didn't get into an accident.
The night ended with a catch up visit with a lovely lady. The one thing I dislike about growing up is the totally lack of sleepovers! I'll make a point to have them more often!
That's what I love about high school...- Dazed and Confused
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Ya dig!?
I cannot tell a lie, I didn't do my workout today. My alarm is sett for 7am! I will wake up, and I will get outside in the 1000 degree heat and walk/jog a mile and a half.
Last night was a pool party, lots of fun. I may be digging myself into a hole, or tunneling to somewhere new. I'll make sure to track the journey to see where it goes.
Today was suppose to be a lazy hangover day, but things rarely go as planned. I ended up going see Magic Mike, out to dinner, then a road trip to River Ridge to pick up my parents.
Due to my dad's burning back axel, or something like that, I'll be carless for a while. I'm hoping my father sees how ridiculous my car is and give me a break! What's likely to happen sight he'll yell about it being dirty.
Go to bed, you from Sherveport? - The Princess and the Frog
Last night was a pool party, lots of fun. I may be digging myself into a hole, or tunneling to somewhere new. I'll make sure to track the journey to see where it goes.
Today was suppose to be a lazy hangover day, but things rarely go as planned. I ended up going see Magic Mike, out to dinner, then a road trip to River Ridge to pick up my parents.
Due to my dad's burning back axel, or something like that, I'll be carless for a while. I'm hoping my father sees how ridiculous my car is and give me a break! What's likely to happen sight he'll yell about it being dirty.
Go to bed, you from Sherveport? - The Princess and the Frog
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Get home and leave
I've been home less than twenty four hours and I'm getting ready to go again. Two parties in one day, it's sure to be a good time.
I'm totally slacking on my workout. My plan is to resume Sunday night. It's far too hot to do anything outside during the day!
I'm proud of myself for keeping up with my routine during vacation.
Nine? Good Lord! - Steel Magnolias
I'm totally slacking on my workout. My plan is to resume Sunday night. It's far too hot to do anything outside during the day!
I'm proud of myself for keeping up with my routine during vacation.
Nine? Good Lord! - Steel Magnolias
Friday, June 29, 2012
Home Sweet Home
Vacation was on overall success. But in my opinion, coming home is the best part!
I love the first dive onto the bed, the smell of your own pillow. The comfort knowing that all you need is right around you. To get out of the car and stretch!
I'm absolutely already to go back next year though! The condo is amazing and the people are the best! I love the beach, but I'll be de-sandatizing for 6 months!
Find a bush Audrey!- Vacation
I love the first dive onto the bed, the smell of your own pillow. The comfort knowing that all you need is right around you. To get out of the car and stretch!
I'm absolutely already to go back next year though! The condo is amazing and the people are the best! I love the beach, but I'll be de-sandatizing for 6 months!
Find a bush Audrey!- Vacation
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Middlepause
According to the almighty From the Couch to a 5K, I should have done my 18 min walk/jog yesterday but I decided to sleep. I'm thinking this might have been a bad idea because I had a piss poor attitude the entire day.
Maybe there is something to having a routine. Starting you day off a certain way, getting to eat breakfast before noon. I wouldn't say I'm a morning person, but when I sleep late I feel horrible all day.
Our boat trip was fun, but my mood just didn't fit the mold for it. Had I been in the same mood I was Monday then it would have been magical. I guess it's one of the burdens of womanhood. Mother nature she does know how to piss me off sometimes.
I blogged in my mind on the boat, because my phone was safe in the hotel room. In my Girl, Interrupted mood, I sat on the deck and watched the sun melt an ice cube. It got me to thinking how everything always changes. How people, places, and actions change and they all affect something else. Physically, emotionally, mentally, all sorts of transformations. Sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse and sometimes because it's necessary.
So today, I'm changing my mood. I woke up, worked out and ate a banana. I'll be headed to the beach soon, with or without the gang.
It looks like a flamingo threw up in here- Beaches
Maybe there is something to having a routine. Starting you day off a certain way, getting to eat breakfast before noon. I wouldn't say I'm a morning person, but when I sleep late I feel horrible all day.
Our boat trip was fun, but my mood just didn't fit the mold for it. Had I been in the same mood I was Monday then it would have been magical. I guess it's one of the burdens of womanhood. Mother nature she does know how to piss me off sometimes.
I blogged in my mind on the boat, because my phone was safe in the hotel room. In my Girl, Interrupted mood, I sat on the deck and watched the sun melt an ice cube. It got me to thinking how everything always changes. How people, places, and actions change and they all affect something else. Physically, emotionally, mentally, all sorts of transformations. Sometimes for the better, sometimes for the worse and sometimes because it's necessary.
So today, I'm changing my mood. I woke up, worked out and ate a banana. I'll be headed to the beach soon, with or without the gang.
It looks like a flamingo threw up in here- Beaches
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
I'm on a boat
Yesterday was our beach day. The water was really rough so I was a sand baby all day! I successfully got an awkward sunburn on my back! Score!
After all the sun in the fun, I went into a slight coma, breaking my sunglasses in my sleep. And not moving for hours. The others went to get Marble Slab and I stayed in and slept. I was an emotional hot mess for some unknown reason. Crying at Pinterest ideas and commercials!
On the agenda for today, a boat ride to Shell island. I'm not overly excited about it but I'm sure once were on the journey it'll be fun!
There's no crying in baseball- A League of Their Own
After all the sun in the fun, I went into a slight coma, breaking my sunglasses in my sleep. And not moving for hours. The others went to get Marble Slab and I stayed in and slept. I was an emotional hot mess for some unknown reason. Crying at Pinterest ideas and commercials!
On the agenda for today, a boat ride to Shell island. I'm not overly excited about it but I'm sure once were on the journey it'll be fun!
There's no crying in baseball- A League of Their Own
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Poor Willow
My neck feels like I had some Linda Blair action going on last night. No matter where I go I always find a karaoke bar, sing badly and flip my hair entirely too much!
What can I say, I'm a performer. I couldn't simply sing Proud Mary. No, I had to channel Tina Turner and flip my hair with like my life depended on it.
I don't understand how I don't have a television show. Who cares about Debby, we are the ones who took Panama by storm last night! Yelled at by Pineapple Willy's employees, stuck in the mud, bar brawl brewing, cold pizza sandwiches and a slight inappropriate grabbing moment.
Waking up with shorts backwards and my eyes stitched shut by mascara is a sign of a successful night. The weather is back to normal and I'm ready to storm the beach like its D-Day!
I hear the ice clinking in the glass mama! - Divine Secrets of the Ya Ya Sisterhood
What can I say, I'm a performer. I couldn't simply sing Proud Mary. No, I had to channel Tina Turner and flip my hair with like my life depended on it.
I don't understand how I don't have a television show. Who cares about Debby, we are the ones who took Panama by storm last night! Yelled at by Pineapple Willy's employees, stuck in the mud, bar brawl brewing, cold pizza sandwiches and a slight inappropriate grabbing moment.
Waking up with shorts backwards and my eyes stitched shut by mascara is a sign of a successful night. The weather is back to normal and I'm ready to storm the beach like its D-Day!
I hear the ice clinking in the glass mama! - Divine Secrets of the Ya Ya Sisterhood
Monday, June 25, 2012
Argh she blows
The Grandview East condo has a not so grand gym. Walking on the beach is hard enough as it is, imagine putting hurricane winds on top of that, so obviously that wasn't going to be happening. Since a member of the Nike team was already occupying the only treadmill, I opted for the elliptical.
I forgot how wonderful this gift from
God is! It's like walking/jogging on air! I know it probably won't help me when I get to The Color Run, but it was so nice not to have my feet aching and my shins screaming.
I felt that it was a good workout though. Almost a mile and a half in 17 mins. I don't think I'll qualify for the Olympics, but it's good enough for me.
And the fact that I remain faithful to this pinterest project during vacation is totally surprising to me. I guess I've reached a point to wear I believe this effort will pay off. I absolutely don't enjoy it, I don't thrive on it either. It's hard, I'm hot and sweaty, and I'm worn out afterwards. But I won't get skinner by sitting on the couch watching infomercials about Insanity and P90X.
She's like the wind, trough my trees- Dirty Dancing, the soundtrack
I forgot how wonderful this gift from
God is! It's like walking/jogging on air! I know it probably won't help me when I get to The Color Run, but it was so nice not to have my feet aching and my shins screaming.
I felt that it was a good workout though. Almost a mile and a half in 17 mins. I don't think I'll qualify for the Olympics, but it's good enough for me.
And the fact that I remain faithful to this pinterest project during vacation is totally surprising to me. I guess I've reached a point to wear I believe this effort will pay off. I absolutely don't enjoy it, I don't thrive on it either. It's hard, I'm hot and sweaty, and I'm worn out afterwards. But I won't get skinner by sitting on the couch watching infomercials about Insanity and P90X.
She's like the wind, trough my trees- Dirty Dancing, the soundtrack
Sunday, June 24, 2012
What storm?
Day one of the friendcation. Oh yeah, there is a tropical storm that is about to hit Florida head on! Yay!!
I've got my Budlight and supplies for cold pizza sandwiches, I'll be good no matter the weather!
Real Housewives of New Jersey and drinks, make room for these party animals over here!
What, like it's hard? - Legally Blonde
I've got my Budlight and supplies for cold pizza sandwiches, I'll be good no matter the weather!
Real Housewives of New Jersey and drinks, make room for these party animals over here!
What, like it's hard? - Legally Blonde
Saturday, June 23, 2012
S'more what?
Since the girls have been here, I've lost my keys, been kicked out of my own bed, watched Toy Story three time, swam in a kiddie pool and drew with 3D chalk. And one the agenda for tonight, Chinese food and s'mores! Probably Toy Story again.
I really need to go through my suitcase and make sure I have everything ready for tomorrow's journey to Panama!
In an effort to regain my youth I'm going to try to reenact my first trip to Panama, which was a hot mess! I don't consider myself a grown up, so why act like one just yet?
According to my high school rules of conduct, I should return in one piece. When do I need to adopt new rules? As a kid I had my parents rules, or my sister's that she pretended were legitimate. Then there were the school rules, team rules, club rules, college rules. And now I don't have any set before me, it's my turn to make the rules. This could be dangerous!
I'll give a full report when I figure out my rules, till then I'd like to think I follow the law of the Gilmore's!
You're killing me Smalls- The Sandlot
I really need to go through my suitcase and make sure I have everything ready for tomorrow's journey to Panama!
In an effort to regain my youth I'm going to try to reenact my first trip to Panama, which was a hot mess! I don't consider myself a grown up, so why act like one just yet?
According to my high school rules of conduct, I should return in one piece. When do I need to adopt new rules? As a kid I had my parents rules, or my sister's that she pretended were legitimate. Then there were the school rules, team rules, club rules, college rules. And now I don't have any set before me, it's my turn to make the rules. This could be dangerous!
I'll give a full report when I figure out my rules, till then I'd like to think I follow the law of the Gilmore's!
You're killing me Smalls- The Sandlot
Friday, June 22, 2012
Friday Nightlights
It's too hot to walk/jog in the middle of the day, so it'll have to wait until this afternoon since I couldn't get myself out of bed!
All three bugs are spending the weekend here while my sister and her husband head to Mississippi. I'm pretty sure this is our first full weekend with all three. Should be entertaining to say the least.
Originally, I would have been packing my bags for a week on the beach, but because of an upcoming baptism of a new addition to our friend family, it's been delayed to Sunday.
I can't lie, I love those three nuggets more than I could possibly describe! I also can't lie about my spelling, I need a proofreader! I just re-read earlier posts, yikes! Bids well for my future students eh?
Jogging with a three year old in a stroller is a challenge! No wonder all the new moms around here are already skinny again! Power to them, I hope the next time that happens, it's my kid....in a million years from now!
Life is like an episode of Everybody Loves Raymond, except it's not funny- Knocked Up
All three bugs are spending the weekend here while my sister and her husband head to Mississippi. I'm pretty sure this is our first full weekend with all three. Should be entertaining to say the least.
Originally, I would have been packing my bags for a week on the beach, but because of an upcoming baptism of a new addition to our friend family, it's been delayed to Sunday.
I can't lie, I love those three nuggets more than I could possibly describe! I also can't lie about my spelling, I need a proofreader! I just re-read earlier posts, yikes! Bids well for my future students eh?
Jogging with a three year old in a stroller is a challenge! No wonder all the new moms around here are already skinny again! Power to them, I hope the next time that happens, it's my kid....in a million years from now!
Life is like an episode of Everybody Loves Raymond, except it's not funny- Knocked Up
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Weight, what?
Day one of the Shake Weight and it's 6 minuets to fabulous arms. Although hysterical, it did actually make my arms a little sore. The inventor of this creation is obviously man, I'm sure you know why!
As the day progressed I somehow ended up in a conversation about first dates. To say the least, they're awkward. Then again, I haven't been on one since 2005 so things might have changed since then.
This may be the result of my wardrobe choices that I seem to choose from Lisa Leslie's closet. Comfort is key for me, and I guess it's not the key that opens the door to dates! Maybe once I get fit arms and the body of the runner on a Nike commercial, I'll get a sparkly dress or something!
Till then my 'Merica cut off sleeved t-shirts and running shorts!
My name is Andrew Shepard and I am the president! - The America President
As the day progressed I somehow ended up in a conversation about first dates. To say the least, they're awkward. Then again, I haven't been on one since 2005 so things might have changed since then.
This may be the result of my wardrobe choices that I seem to choose from Lisa Leslie's closet. Comfort is key for me, and I guess it's not the key that opens the door to dates! Maybe once I get fit arms and the body of the runner on a Nike commercial, I'll get a sparkly dress or something!
Till then my 'Merica cut off sleeved t-shirts and running shorts!
My name is Andrew Shepard and I am the president! - The America President
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Crazy Feet
The jog/walk was like the title of this blog, a successful failure! Successful in the fact that I was able to jog for 4 minuets in the Louisiana heat and on its unforgiving "paved" road. However, when it came time for the 4 minuet jog, I was a failure. I had to break it into smaller spurts for the duration of the workout. I did make a mile in 11 minuets though, which seems to be good according to a google search and a textversation with my successful running friend.
I find my biggest obstacle is my feet. I have horrible ones, I'm always more comfortable bare foot. I'm hoping that over time, they adjust to the stress I'm putting on them. Or an even better scenario would be that I would stop putting so much stress by decreasing my mass!
I was given a Shake Weight for my birthday, which was by far my favorite gift! I haven't broken it in yet, but I plan to tomorrow! I feel as though it'll e a double workout. Firstly my arms, and secondly my abs from the fits of hysterically laughing! Who said working out wasn't fun?
Now I'm crazy in Abu Dhabi- Sex and the City 2
I find my biggest obstacle is my feet. I have horrible ones, I'm always more comfortable bare foot. I'm hoping that over time, they adjust to the stress I'm putting on them. Or an even better scenario would be that I would stop putting so much stress by decreasing my mass!
I was given a Shake Weight for my birthday, which was by far my favorite gift! I haven't broken it in yet, but I plan to tomorrow! I feel as though it'll e a double workout. Firstly my arms, and secondly my abs from the fits of hysterically laughing! Who said working out wasn't fun?
Now I'm crazy in Abu Dhabi- Sex and the City 2
I've got class...rooms to clean..
Today I had my alarm set for 7 to do my walk/jog but my body was not having it. I woke up in the middle of the night and couldn't fall back asleep. It was a fitful night, I woke up sore and just drained.
My mom and I went to school and worked in my soon to be Kindergarten classroom. We spent almost four hours packing up the previous teacher's belongings into boxes. It's amazing what she had accumulated over the years. I didn't technically have to go in and pack all that, but I want to move the process along quickly so I can move in.
I'm completely exhausted and looking forward to a nap, so hopefully I'll have the energy to do the 17 minuet walk/jog that's on the agenda today.
My parents have been married for 31 years today, it's amazing that they found someone they could hang out with for that long. I'd settle for a second date at this point...let's be honest, a first date.😳
It's not a tumor- Kindergarten Cop
My mom and I went to school and worked in my soon to be Kindergarten classroom. We spent almost four hours packing up the previous teacher's belongings into boxes. It's amazing what she had accumulated over the years. I didn't technically have to go in and pack all that, but I want to move the process along quickly so I can move in.
I'm completely exhausted and looking forward to a nap, so hopefully I'll have the energy to do the 17 minuet walk/jog that's on the agenda today.
My parents have been married for 31 years today, it's amazing that they found someone they could hang out with for that long. I'd settle for a second date at this point...let's be honest, a first date.😳
It's not a tumor- Kindergarten Cop
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Running Start
I just bought new "running" shoes. I use the term running lightly since I actually only walk/jog, but hopefully I'll get to put myself into the category of a "runner" one day! I'm on week 3 of a 10 week program that should have me jogging a 5k. What's better motivation than documenting the journey?
Run Forest, run!
Run Forest, run!
Have to start somewhere, right?
Google has everything eh?
Being the compulsive person I am, I out of the blue decided to start a blog. Well maybe it's not so out of the blue and more of the result of a Sex and the City marathon on E! Either way, here I am. The first 23 years of my life have been documented in seven journals from Walmart, why not document this year virtually like most of the modern world? We'll see how it goes!
You go Glen Coco!
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