AARG! Photo Story Friday

It has been a while since I have been out and about with my camera in tow. Friday was the perfect excuse- being my nephew Kaden's 3rd birthday and all! He is such an adorable kid you can't help but love him! I had found a pirate gift bag to wrap his gift in and the bag came with a pirate patch so while we were waiting for the rest of the crew to get the birthday party started, we decided to have a little fun.





Hosted by Cecily and MamaGeek

The One Word Game

Describe ME in one word.... just one single word. Post a comment that contains the one word.

Then send this message to all your friends and see how many strange &
interesting things they say about you. (Or post it on your blog!)

This is really fun. Here's how to Play:
1. Hit the reply key and send me my one word.

2. Then return to this message, and forward it to your friends (including
me) and see what people say about you when limited to one word!!!

The Game is On!!!!!

I need ideas!

I can't believe the first term is almost over! It has gone by so fast- and yet so slow! Being the crazy first year teacher that I am, I have about 5 different preps (subjects or topics) that I teach and I am trying to narrow it down for next term so I don't stress myself out too much (if that is even possible). On top of my 3 geography classes, I have a total of 4 exploratory classes that I teach. Two 7th grade and two 8th grade and they are all on different schedules meaning they each rotate each term, trimester or semester. I have 1 8th grade and 1 7th grade class that switch at the end of the term and 1 8th grade class that switches at the trimester (2 weeks after the new term begins) the last exploratory class changes at the semester. For the three that change at the term or the trimester, I am going to teach Italian language and culture.

So here is my dilemma... One of my 7th grade classes doesn't switch until the end of the semester so I have the same students for 1 more term. I have already taught them the Italian language and culture class and the counselors want me to teach them something different this coming term... but what?!?! it is completely open to interpretation and ideas... But I am stumped. I have been trying to think of something for the last few weeks but I still have no idea what to do. I want to teach them something fun yet useful.

ok so that was a long winded explanation.... Basically I need ideas of what might be fun to teach 1 class for about 10 weeks. I'm open to any and all ideas!

Gotta Love SNL

I hate to admit it but I can count on one hand the number of times I have actually seen Saturday Night Live. Sad I know, but in recent weeks I couldn't help but watch a few clips. With everything going on in the country- elections, the war, the government bailing out companies that don't deserved to be bailed out while their execs head out for a day at the spa spending over $400,00, and the worst economic situation since the great depression- I think SNL has provided some much needed laughter!!

Pics of the new place

I have lived in my new place for about a month now and until today it definitely was not picture worthy. So today after a day of cleaning the place I thought I would finally take a few pictures.

My bedroom

My bathroom- it may be small but it serves it's purpose.

The Living Room

Another view of the living room. I gave in last weekend and bought a bean bag because I couldn't handle sitting on the floor any longer. Once I get a couch and some decorations, it will be that much better.

And last but not least, the kitchen

It is a work in progress but it will have to do for now.

Tagged!

I was tagged by Darci this time. I don't know how many new things I can list this time so if they are repeats, sorry... :)

1. I broke my arm in 2nd grade running away from a boy.

2. My students think I sit at home and read maps every night. Yes, I get a kick out of that one! I may not read maps every night but I do plan lessons every night! lol

3. I have moved apartments every year for the last 10 years. I am getting better though, at least I have been in the same building for the last 3!

4. There is only 1 place where I actually go the speed limit... a school zone.

5. I make a killer tiramisu and lasagne!

6. I own over 300 cd's

7. I have never had surgery (though I am not sure how much longer that will last!)

I tag: Shannon, Kaija, Ramon, Rachael, Karen, Jenny, Melissa

And I'm back in the game!

I always loved that quote from the movie 10 Things I Hate About You and it seems to fit perfectly. After about a week of internet issues due to modems, routers and of course computers, I am back. I can finally give in to my obsessions of blogging, facebook and myspace! Wahoo!

I just had to add this picture because last week as I was getting ready to head to a friends house for a party, I realized that my hair is finally getting long again! After a long road of trying to grow it out, it is finally getting there! And you do have to admit, I look pretty good too! (lol) Now if only I could get a date....

Last weekend at my friend Erika's (yes that is Erika with a k) birthday party, I finally got the chance to play Rock Band for the first time. OMG!!!!!!! I had so much fun! I am a terrible singer but it was fun nonetheless!

What else....

Oh, how can I forget.... Finally, FINALLY my "class from hell" has changed a bit. It was a rough class and I think I was about to burst!

Today I got my birthday present from Tyler. Yes, I know, it is a bit early but I appreciate it and was so excited! He and Darci gave me their old entertainment center and it fits perfectly in my apartment! I love it! Now, all I need is a little something to sit on and I am good to go! It feels so good to finally be getting settled again. Maybe my chaotic life will get a little less chaotic now... wishful thinking, I know but a girl can wish can't she?!?!?!?!