It's soon to be the weekend!!! Goodness God is so good...He knew that there needed to be 7 days in a week...two of which are considered "off" and one of which is a day of rest! PRAISE GOD!!!
Yes I understand all too well. It sometimes helps when someone reaches out to you first but you are def. a very outgoing person girlie so you need to just let people see you! It is hard...I know...I moved a lot growing up but once you take that first step, it's all a piece of cake from there!
The plan is...we are going to HOUSTON for a Wedding on Saturday---that is if Hurricane IKE doesn't interfere. Then head back on Sunday. No real big plans as far as I know. There isn't time.
10. Musicals
9. New Running Shoes
8. Singing Disney Songs
7. Daisies
6. New Friends
5. Old (meaning length of time my friend), Loyal Friends
4. Triple Chunk Brownies (w/ cold milk)...especially after a good run ;-)
3. Michael Buble Singing Any Song
2. Any Ride @ Disney World...okay just being @ Disney World
1. Anytime w/ Ross!
a crisp fall day with hot apple cider and warm soup! :)
i would love a disney night!! glad you also like musicals. :) tuesday, thursday and friday are good for me. we have something we go to every other monday night, so some mondays might work. :) fun!!!
no, I certainly am not. I can try to help though. Did Jess mention early Fri morning? I can go Sat too if you want. Let me know! Have fun with your mom!
Yeah, it was still hard. Moving back here married and not in school was quite an adjustment from living here before. It wasn't all bad - just different. For us it was pretty easy to make friends because we knew so many people here already. But I understand what you are saying about making close connections just to leave again. We've learned that we need to live the fullest where we are at for the moment (even if it's not too long) and not always thinking about what's next. We've had a hard time not always thinking about and trying to live in the next step of our lives before it's time to move on. I don't know if you feel like that but that's how I've been feeling lately. Isn't it fun? (that's sarcastic :))
And in regards to Angie's comment and your concerns I'm assuming...I think you should try your best to enjoy where you are and make close connections, you never know when you'll need them. You never know what life will throw your way and it's so comforting to know you have close friends wherever you are. Don't let the fact of possible moves hinder you from making a close friend.
I don't want to be a Debbie Downer or a Negative Nancy...but I have to say that this election year makes me so VERY nervous and scared. I can't explain it...I can't seem to properly describe or get off my chest how troubled I am about the two choices we have right now. I don't like either..I don't trust either...I don't want to be under either...and on top of which...I feel this haunting shadow in the corner...called China...just waiting for us to get all in confusion and hatred or chaos...for example: either our new President being assassinated or dying of old age...and then China comes in and takes over the USA.
...do you ever feel this? This feeling started during the Olympics when China blew us out of the water w/ the Gold Medals...I felt like it was not only the athletes who trained but a country who has molded their citizens to be better than the best.
I'm sorry..that's probably like way out there..but I had to throw it out there. School wise...yesterday was good...today was not..ugh
I really don't like the options, either. But I don't worry as much about other countries...maybe I should be more aware of that stuff?
Are you wearing a Disney princess t-shirt in your new photo? When we went in December two of the other gals and I all got matching princess shirts with our names on them. :)
My dad has always said that China should be our biggest fear. Regarding a pres. dying in office: I assume you're referring to McCain. While I would like another option than the two we have...his 96-yr-old mom is at the RNC, and she looks amazing. Maybe those genes could carry him.
But don't worry. Just pray. Be an informed, active citizen (which I know you are!) and trust that God knows best. (I know that's easier said than done, huh? :)
oh YAY, you are coming!! Do you want to stay with us or will you be staying with your Aunt? You or more than welcome to stay with us if you need or want to. I'm so glad to get to see you! Love the pics, be sure to bring some!!
I know it is scary and I do worry even though I'm told not to. Its difficult. I did feel better about McCain last night after watching the Republican Convention and listening to Fred Thompson. If only he had spoken that way when he was running for the OFFICE. Plus, Nightline did a segment about McCain being a POW. He is very LOYAL to the USA, he has to be to go through what he did. I believe he could keep us SAFE even if I don't like some of the personal choices he has made.
I don't mean to sound like a Raging Richard or a Angry Andrew but I agree with you. I don't trust either candidate and I have no idea what future lies ahead for the US.
oh sounds good. I hope Texas is still treating you well. I think kids everyone can be kinda rough sometimes...you hang in there girl! You are so strong:)
Yeap! I'm with you on the Chinese thing. Last year after doing a lot of research on China for teaching it in world history (see World History is important =), I did start mentioning to people my fears about China. Then the olympics happened and it's just proving what I thought.
I love McCain. I got to see him my freshman year, and...woah. He won my vote 3 years ago. I know that not everyone shares my enthusiasm...but I am just as scared as you are about Obama. The thought of him as President terrifies me. Either way that it goes, I'm going to have an exciting first Presidential election experience!
We should definitely fear China. But we should also fear Russia and Iran and Korea. China should be closely watched, but I don't think they are anywhere near coming in and taking over America. Also, look at what events they got so many golds in...events they have always excelled in. What scared me more was the opening ceremonies. We could never get Americans to do that.
Russia scares me way more-they are crazy enough to try and take us over. I really don't think China would. They have never tried to "take over the world" outside of the countries surrounding them. BUt crazier things have happened!
I agree, this is a very scary time for the U.S. I've never been a big fan of McCain-he's not republican enough :) - but I do believe he loves our country. But the idea of Obama being president is terrifying!!
So....this year makes my 4th year of being a teacher (goodness how time really does fly by) and in all those years...I have never once cried. Not once...not about the students, the adminstration, the amount of work, the hours, getting up early etc...not once. But last Friday that all ended. After a good time of being w/ fellow sisters and brothers I went home and cried for like an hour, sweet Ross was so dear to hear it all and patiently wait as I sobbed through my stories of the entire week.
I think it has been quite a culture shock for me...and then a "where in the world do kids come off thinkin' they can talk and act like this?" shock set in and only fummed all week. It's not just a couple kids it quite a few, you tell/ask/suggest/enforce ANYTHING and they get all fuffy and puffy on you...it has been so frustrating and almost depressing....cuz I think...'aren't I supposed to love my job? love teaching? love the challenge and the kids?'...cuz if the answer is supposed to be yes..I'm not feeling that, and it just makes me want to quit.
But ...this is a new week...and I am hopeful it will be better. Pray..it's better...or you'll be next reading blogs about me working at Starbucks!!!
So sorry to hear about the break down. I must say though, I'm impressed that you have gone this many years without one! Are the kids you are teaching now more disrespectful than the ons you have had here? Or just a compound of all things considered in the transition? Prayers for you!
I hope your next week goes better and that over time you'll stop having to deal with stuff so much because they'll realize you're not going to back down.
im sorry u had a tough and trying week. but good news is that u made it thru and if u continue to stand your ground things will only get better. you must first butt heads and establish respect and authority. u will always have problem kids but things will get better. i'll keep u and the kids in my prayers
Wow I'm also impressed you have taught 3 years without crying!!! Makes me feel ashamed of myself! LOL! Hang in there. I've cried over my job MANY, MANY times!!! It WILL get better! :)
Yuck! I've always held teachers in such high regard for the crap they deal with on a regular basis. I hope things get better for you. =-)
Did Ross go home this weekend? He was at services Wednesday night, and I thought he was staying for awhile, but he didn't show Sunday at all, which isn't like him. I thought maybe he had to work double shifts or something, but from your post, I'm assuming he's back in TX?
ewww, i'm so sorry. I'm sure they are different in different parts of the state. have no clue about Bryan texas, though. Hang in there, i'll be praying for you. love you sweetie. oh, send me pics if you can!
I'm sure they are just testing you to see what they can get away with. I'm sure once they see you will hold to your guns they will end up respecting you and things will be so much better.
I just want to reach through the computer and give you a BIG HUG! You are very much NEEDED and are a VERY good teacher. I wished I had a teacher like you who so caring, compassionate, hard working, for her students. Stay strong it will get better and never let them see you cry. You have my prayers.
I know there are several people here who can relate to your frustration. I think your teaching experiences have been different on more levels than that these kids are rotten. You've had so much change to deal with in the last 2 months and it's hard. I'm glad you were finally able to cry about and I'm glad that Ross was right there with you through it all. The bright side is this, you and Ross are growing closer b/c of your struggles at work and the kids are getting a lesson in life that they should've learned 10 years ago.
...I love watching them as an adult. For example: "Aladdin". How funny is Robin Williams as the Genie? I mean seriously?! When that movie came out in 1992 I know for a fact I did NOT get all those jokes or references to famous people!!!!! "Toy Story" (1 or 2 doesn't matter)watch it...it's HILARIOUS!!!!! Yeah little tiks like it cuz it's colorful and they get the "YOU ARE A TOY!" joke but seriously...the references to old school play toys or the jokes like ...well course now I can't think of any. But I just wanted to say THANK YOU for all Disney movies that put me in a good mood after a long day, headache and missing my sweetie.
Now..to go eat some home-made brownies, grade papers..all while watching "Enchanted"!
Sing a happy little working song for me. I'm with you on the Disney movie thing. I have more Disney movies than anyone I know and I have no children yet.
Yes Yes Yes about Disney movies! Its funny about what you said regarding the jokes in "Aladdin" because you were only 10 at the time & of course wouldn't get them but dad & I and our generation did. Any Disney movie that I will sit and watch again & again makes for a fun time. There's always a favorite part, song, character, behavior, joke, etc in each one. Enchanted is indeed a fun movie (I love the happy feeling & songs) but I'm still quite fond of the "Bonnet" movies. See you tomorrow sweetie!! I'm bringing an umbrella. Ha!
I love Disney movies too. I often put them on in my house while I clean when Aaron is away, in High School/Undergrad, I usually studied to a Disney Movie!
