sew/quilt
make new recipes
de-junk
plan ahead more efficiently
keep in touch/rekindle old friendships
preparedness for emergencies
grocery shop
get into the habit of making my bed
not complain to Samuel
use the adobe programs
make the dishes magically do themselves
. . .
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Thursday, January 5, 2012
think lovely thoughts
well. we certainly enjoyed our holidays: samuel's birthday at the BYU basketball game, a magical christmas that seemed less "run around" this year, lots of preparations and planning for the new year's party that was really cute but only enjoyed halfway, checked off a few appointments including a visit to the doc for the annual check-up and a visit to the hair salon [bay was right-- I was overreacting about the bleach/highlighting incident], seeing wonderful friends who I don't get to see very often, two joyous weeks away from work, zoolights, temple square lights, a sleepover with lyv [complete with barbies and "paint polishing" our nails], the most delicious food I've had in a while, cleaning my house, and sleeping in.
and while december is a great time to be a third grade teacher, it is also a hard time. [bet you can guess why]. so it's nice to have a new start in january. and I already feel like I have more energy to create valuable learning experiences for my students. this is a happy thing-- because I was really on the verge of a burn out about three weeks ago. it's nice to reflect on why I do what I do every once in a while, just to keep myself in check.
it feels like I have many of the same goals this year as I set for myself last year:
exercise regularly
temple monthly
become a better teacher
travel to somewhere new
so I have tried to think of a few more specific things I'd like to accomplish:
plant a garden and keep it alive all summer
focus on having meaningful relationships with friends and family
tell samuel how much I appreciate him more frequently
make dinner at least 3 times a week; try new recipes
save up for something expensive
read some books I've never read before
help my students to love learning
happy new year to you and yours.
and while december is a great time to be a third grade teacher, it is also a hard time. [bet you can guess why]. so it's nice to have a new start in january. and I already feel like I have more energy to create valuable learning experiences for my students. this is a happy thing-- because I was really on the verge of a burn out about three weeks ago. it's nice to reflect on why I do what I do every once in a while, just to keep myself in check.
it feels like I have many of the same goals this year as I set for myself last year:
exercise regularly
temple monthly
become a better teacher
travel to somewhere new
so I have tried to think of a few more specific things I'd like to accomplish:
plant a garden and keep it alive all summer
focus on having meaningful relationships with friends and family
tell samuel how much I appreciate him more frequently
make dinner at least 3 times a week; try new recipes
save up for something expensive
read some books I've never read before
help my students to love learning
happy new year to you and yours.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
a hair-raising adventure.
I cut my hair a while back, which always makes me happy. I love hair cuts, and I have enjoyed trying out a new-to-me style.
However, as my hair has grown, it has morphed into something a little drab, a little stringy, and a little mullet-ish. I called my hairdresser to make an appointment, but unfortunately she was booked until after Christmas. To temporarily remedy the problem, I picked up one of those do-it-yourself highlighting kits while at the drugstore yesterday. My mom helped me by applying it last night... It was a little awkward and blotchy during the application process, but we figured it'd just wash out.
WRONG!
It is bleachy-blotchy all over! It is seriously sketchy. It is, in my opinion, worse than when we began.
My family and husband have been really nice about it. But, I learned firsthand what my dad has always told us... If you think it's expensive to hire a professional, wait until you hire an amateur. It's true, folks. Worst 5 bucks I've spent in an attempt at saving some $$. Meanwhile, I'm waiting to hear back from the salon to see if they can squeeze me in.
However, as my hair has grown, it has morphed into something a little drab, a little stringy, and a little mullet-ish. I called my hairdresser to make an appointment, but unfortunately she was booked until after Christmas. To temporarily remedy the problem, I picked up one of those do-it-yourself highlighting kits while at the drugstore yesterday. My mom helped me by applying it last night... It was a little awkward and blotchy during the application process, but we figured it'd just wash out.
WRONG!
It is bleachy-blotchy all over! It is seriously sketchy. It is, in my opinion, worse than when we began.
I'm wearing it curly today to try and "hide" my transgression. Trust me, this photo does it no justice.
My family and husband have been really nice about it. But, I learned firsthand what my dad has always told us... If you think it's expensive to hire a professional, wait until you hire an amateur. It's true, folks. Worst 5 bucks I've spent in an attempt at saving some $$. Meanwhile, I'm waiting to hear back from the salon to see if they can squeeze me in.
Monday, December 5, 2011
news.
Samuel got a job! (I mean, he's had a job for a while, but this is a shiny new job that doesn't involve detailing cars or soggy shoes). He will be working for Henry Shien in their eServices department. He's excited to be affiliated with a Fortune 500 company, with lots of room for learning and growth. They are lucky to have such a fabulous guy and hard worker.
We got our Christmas tree! It was Samuel's first experience with hiking up and cutting down a tree. We had a great time with my parents searching and choosing. It's lovely in all its "Charlie Brown-ness." Ah, the holidays.
My brother came into third grade the other day and taught my students how to make pizza. He is their new hero. They loved his chef's hat, his excellent dough making skills, and how "cool" he was/is. Not to mention the fact that he is also a fire fighter.
As always, I am looking forward to winter break... only 1 week and 2 days left. It's hard to say who is more excited: my students or myself. Up until then, however, we have lots of great things planned including holidays around the world, idioms, multiplication, and (the much anticipated) cursive!
We got our Christmas tree! It was Samuel's first experience with hiking up and cutting down a tree. We had a great time with my parents searching and choosing. It's lovely in all its "Charlie Brown-ness." Ah, the holidays.
My brother came into third grade the other day and taught my students how to make pizza. He is their new hero. They loved his chef's hat, his excellent dough making skills, and how "cool" he was/is. Not to mention the fact that he is also a fire fighter.
As always, I am looking forward to winter break... only 1 week and 2 days left. It's hard to say who is more excited: my students or myself. Up until then, however, we have lots of great things planned including holidays around the world, idioms, multiplication, and (the much anticipated) cursive!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
today I let my students build a fort.
We were learning about Jamestown. It seemed appropriate. And they only knocked down some stuff. And one of them had to be John Smith-- the leader. Did you know that the first "fort" built at Jamestown only took 19 days? These kids built one in 19 minutes. And it held up to my aide and me throwing socks at my students. (We were the attacking Indians).
Mad I forgot my camera. But, I love hearing kids say "That was the BEST social studies lesson EVER!"
It's the little things, guys.
Mad I forgot my camera. But, I love hearing kids say "That was the BEST social studies lesson EVER!"
It's the little things, guys.
Monday, November 21, 2011
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