The Hills are Alive...

Bravo to our Neighbor Vance!

Tonight my mom and I took Ricky and Jessica to see the Sound of Music. Jessica had seen the movie about a month ago and fell in love with it. When we heard it was showing at Playhouse Merced we decided we needed to go. After seeing the performance tonight, Ricky wants to see the movie.

We found out that our neighbor Vance was in it and played the part of Max. We were impressed and proud of him.

Great Job Vance!

From you Fall Brook Neighbors!

What Happened?

This week has been one of the roughest weeks I have ever experienced as a teacher. As the week unfolded I am puzzled at the ongoing lack of respect some of our students have. The rude comments, the potty talk, the unacceptable slurs and the lack of accountablitiy makes me wonder what is going on in these homes.

We ended our week with 2 police cars at our school. Ashamed and embarassed by what I see evolving at my second "home." I saw fear and panic in my own two children's eyes as they witnessed this all unfold.

Parents call screaming, cussing and accusing because how dare we hold their child accountable for their disrespectful behavior. It is obvious where these children learn that it is okay to be rude .

I am grateful that nothing bad happened. I am even more grateful that my own two children are safe and eventhough they can be a bit mouthy at times, they know when enough is enough!

What happened to the days where students did not talk back to their teachers? What happened to those days where the parents supported the school? What happened to ths days when schools were safe?

I am thankful that the majority of parents do care and hold their children accountable. I am thankful for those children that are respectful and are there to learn. I am thankful that I am a teacher and hopefully can continue to make a difference.

I just sit back sometimes though and wonder,

what happened?

Peace to all.

m

Grateful

So grateful that Richard and I were able to witness Ricky helping Jessica with her homework and the two of them laughing and smiling. Didn't get an actual photo,but trust me, that one is stored in our heart.

So grateful that my CE Sisters from Texas are safe and sound.

So grateful that I teach 6th Graders-they keep me going.

So grateful for the network of friends I made and how we are still so present in each others lives.

So grateful that Team Bazzill sent me all of my lost supplies from CE.

So grateful that Laurie Stamas mentioned me and my kiddos on her blog. The kids love the daily challenge.

So grateful that Ricky did not get scored on today against Weaver and they won 5-2.

So grateful that Jessica scored 2 goals this weekend an although she is not playing with her buddies, she is still having fun.

So grateful for my mom making us breakfast every morning.

So grateful that Aidan wants ME to put on his socks and shoes in the morning.

So grateful that Mac Kenna gives me two fists to kiss.

So grateful that PG & E did not turn off my electricity.

So grateful for my neighbor Jenn.

So grateful for Cream of Wheat...don't know why, but that just seems to be working for me.

So grateful for...



What are you grateful for?

9/11

Remembering all those affected by the tragedy of 9/11 on that terrible day seven years ago.....the injured, the terrified, and those who died.....and the families and friends they left behind. Peace and God Bless America

Home...Again...Gratefully

Well, I cannot even begin to share the incredible time I had with my new Creative Escape sisters this past week. Arizona was wonderful...so want to move there.

Flew into Arizona via Portland Oregon Wednesday morning. I know I went WAY out of my way but my airline miles expire October 1st and I could not see them go to waste.

Checked into a beautiful room at the Wild Horse Pass Resort. Off to Shannon's room so we could get all of the festivities of the Yahoo! Board going. We heard that there was a Tim Holtz sighting at the bar so off we went to check him out. It was quite humorous to see all these women gawk over him...I sat on the couch and relaxed.

Did the Bazzill shopping trip on Thursday morning follwoing the Sprinkles Cupcake exchange. Picked up my favorite cookies at the Bread Basket Bakery and shopped some more at Scrapbooks Etc. (the nirvana for scrapbookers) Went to lunch with some fabulous women at Tia Rosa's. They were all from New York and we had a blast.

Creative Escape had officially started and we were off to see the Trunk Show, where the teachers showcase their work, and to Technique Boutique were we all had make and takes to complete.

The Yahoo! Party followed and that is where Secret Sisters, Candy Swapps, Page Swapps and alcohol were all mixed together. Off to Margartia Margie's room for some, well, margaritas. Her husband was literally on call to those caring for a libation.

We were in class all day Friday and Saturday. The food was awesome, even for someone picky. Still cannot believe that I was lucky enough to go back again this year. Have already started putting in my prayers for next year. It is absolutely the most incredible come together of incredible women from all over the world!

Flew home Sunday night via Seattle...airline miles. Made it back to Fall Brook Court around midnight. So sad that it all came to an end.

Went to see Dr. Carter today, nose is doing well, back in 30 days.

I know it sounds silly, but stop and be grateful today. Find something that ticked you off and put a little spin on it...trust me, you will smile.

Until next time, have a super fabulous day and be grateful because life is a journey. There are wrong turns and there are speed bumps. Of course there is always "Mapquest and On Star" to help along the way but only you can make the most of it because at the end of the day be grateful for what you have and the path that it took to get there.

Peace