There is a saying that I have heard many times over my teaching career; I am sad to admit, I used to say it. “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” When people say this, it is often accompanied with a sigh and an eye roll. We’ve all heard it and we all know … Continue reading
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This Table
Our dining room table has been the setting of many dinners, discussions and memories. We bought this table about ten years ago when we used to have extra money and time to walk through furniture stores and just look. Those were the PK Days…Prior to Kid Days. This table has held Sunday brunch and festive cocktails but … Continue reading
You Cannot Force Me to Learn!
It is no secret, that my TBP is totally and completely against all things that resemble school…at least for now. Initially, I tried to fight it and wanted to fill the afternoons “doing school” but only in a much smaller and more familiar setting. This was not received well. We were both throwing out demands and … Continue reading
If I’m Being Honest…
While I was looking on Pinterest for science experiments that explored force and motion, I came across a surprise. There, was a picture of a school of little black fish going one way and a single one fish going the other way. The caption said, “Do not conform.” I know that this particular pin was … Continue reading
Thank You and Our Update
I wanted to say, that I have been so incredibly moved by the amount of kindness and support that we have been shown; kindhearted souls that continuously want to help and cheer us on as we start this new journey. This is a big change for us and I have different feelings about it at … Continue reading
Do No Harm Approach
Last week, I overheard part of a conversation as I walked into our staff room. It was somehow related to the idea of “to do no harm” which I know is somehow related to the Hippocratic Oath for doctors. This phrase, left a lasting impression during an extremely challenging week. It made me wonder…How would … Continue reading
Adjustments
In my recent post, I talked about shifting my thinking to focus on the happy. I tried, I really did, but shortly after I hit the publish button, school officials sucked away the happy! Assholes. Just three days into the new plan and it was obvious that it wasn’t working. Yes, picking him up early … Continue reading
Happy
I have decided that I am completely tired of myself. I am tired of focusing on the struggles. I am tired of focusing on other people’s ineffectiveness. I am tired of the stress, anxiety and worry. I am tired. So, I have decided that for today…I will think about the good and the positives. I … Continue reading
Finish Line?
After a long wait, I finally start my adjusted work schedule this week. This change is an attempt to better balance my professional desires with my family’s needs. I am both excited and nervous. I know that I need to focus on having a positive outlook, but I am worried that if this shift in … Continue reading
I Already Miss You, February Break!
So here I sit. It is the last day before school and work and normal life begins again. I really don’t know how I feel about using the word “normal” since things have been such an emotional roller coaster for so long. Here’s what I do know, we had a great vacation where we experienced … Continue reading
My Twice Baked Potato 