Elke, why did you have to post that?
Here’s mine…
If you read this post, you are required to answer these questions. This is your last chance to earn some points before Blogging Midterm Grades are released; some of your participation grades are real low! – Management
1. What have you been up to?
2. What’s something interesting thing you’ve seen on television or the internet?
3. What’s your favorite thing about winter (or whatever your favorite season is)?
4. What is causing you stress?
5. What makes you feel blessed?
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My Answers:
1. I’m currently in the middle of my February break. I got into NYC on Sunday and just got back to Boston today. It was a good trip. I had YUMMY food at Hagi (yakitori) and Mei Kui Tei (ramen). I helped my sister at work fill some orders and organize her office. I visited the Northstar schools of Uncommon Schools in Newark to see if I can bring anything back to school and was completely amazed by what they accomplish with their students. It’s something you have to see! My jaw dropped countless times during my classroom observations. I also had a really good phone interview for a school in Denver. I’ve been invited for an in-person interview next month. Cross your fingers!
2. I didn’t see this on TV or on the internet, but I read about Reality Tourism in Latvia in the Metro today which I thought was interesting. I found it online to share it with you all.
3. Autumn is my favorite season. The days have cooled down from the summer, and the world looks beautiful when the sun shines directly on all the leaves that have turned beautiful colors. I also like it because it’s the beginning of the school year, and that’s always an exciting time.
4. As usual, work gives me stress. Each week, my to-do list is long, and if I don’t finish everything, it just gets tacked on to the tasks for the following week. The most challenging thing is when some of my tasks depend on others – doctors need to send me the evaluation reports, my assistant needs to set up meetings with parents, some parents don’t return my calls, etc. My schedule is kind of crazy too, so when I do get some downtime, I have to choose between resting for a bit or tackling my to-do list. When I’m at work, there’s always something going on.
5. I feel very blessed to have Roger in my life. He listens to me when I need to vent. Makes me laugh when I don’t feel like it. Keeps me grounded when I’m overreacting. Gives me great feedback even when I don’t ask for it. He also doesn’t give me crap when I’m upset and take it out on him. What more could I ask for from a best friend?
OK, it’s your turn!
Comments (1)
So sweet! Thank you so much – that song was beautiful, and made me tear up. I can’t wait to see you in April. I loved your description of Roger – that sounds perfect!