1. Tomorrow I am going home. It's going to be an extremely sad thing. Why you may ask? Well, yesterday was the 9 month anniversary of my dad's death. Tomorrow, my brother, mom, and I will sort through my dad's stuff. Like the pictures he took when he left my mom, the clothes I watched him wear for forever because he didn't like new clothes, and most importantly, the memories attached to everything we see. I know we'll share the stories that come with every piece of the stuff. I'm excited to relive some things, and anxious to take away some things. No doubt, I miss him. Everyday. Especially right now. I wonder what he'd think of The Tide. I wonder what he would do when I told him about my students. I wonder what he'd do to my no-grass yard...
2. Monday and Tuesday I thought I was going to SCREAM at the top of my lungs. The newbie caused complete havoc in my room. Yesterday and today were so much better. It's so cute to see my kids react to things he does. For instance yesterday he was standing up, making noises with his mouth, and tapping his pencil. I asked him to sit down and he didn't, so they took the matter into their own hands. "You are going to make her mad." "She said sit down. You better." So, he did. :) Then, he started to pick on another kid in our class and this is what I heard, "We are in a family in this class, and you are not going to treat him like that!" All I could do was smile. They may not be able to subtract with 100% accuracy, but they love each other. And me. :)
3. Saturday, Calla, Kate, Jessica, and I travel to Auburn for Grace's birthday. I am so excited. I'll post pictures next week.
4. I can't wait to get paid tomorrow. Owning a house really drains your bank account.
5. I attempted to make pancakes Tuesday night. It was very unsuccessful. They tasted terrible. Absolutely disgusting!! Any suggestions to make them better? I justed used the Bisquick recipe, which will never happen again.
6. Monday, Jessica, Calla, and I cooked dinner. Actually Calla cooked and Jessica and I watched. We came to the living room, and all the sudden, smoke was billowing out of the stove. ADT called to see if I needed a fire truck. It was terrible. Apparently, the Italian dressing dripped off onto the bottom of the stove. That won't happen again.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
5 on Friday
1. I love living with one of my best friends and living .8 miles away from another one. Here's a few reasons why...
We had another girls' night this week. Calla made tacos, we graded papers, made YUMMY cupcakes, and watched baseball. A wonderful night :)
2. Millie. She's the sweetest, cutest cat ever. And right now, as I type, she is laying in a stranger's lap!! I am in complete shock.
3. Jay'z had a wonderful week!! I am so proud of her. My new student, the one I have to love, is very hard to love. He tried my patience this week. I missed the days of my perfect class. He is loud and rude. It's funny how my kids try to tell him what is going to be a bad idea. Today, he was making noises with his tongue and the kids around him said, "Ms. Cormack is going to get mad if you keep doing that. She asked us to be quiet." I just smiled. They love me.
4. Today we had a pep rally at school. You know how much I love the school I work at... I LOVE school spirit. It was so cute to see the football players slapping our kids hands, and the cheerleaders getting the girls pumped up. The band jammed out, and our kids danced. It was super cute. I think Jae and I were the only ones enjoying it.
5. I am getting really excited about going to Auburn next weekend. Not because I'll be in Auburn, but because I will be with 4 of my 5 best friends. I am not sure of our plans yet, but I am sure it's going to be fun. It's Grace's birthday and that's the only reason I'll travel to Auburn. Better be glad I love you!
Monday, October 18, 2010
Happenings
Since I have the day off, and I miss my kids SO much, I thought I'd catch you up on happenings in E-2. My room has a revolving door. And that does not make me happy. I'll explain.
On day 1, I had 17 kids. The number grew to 20. Then, I had one of my sweet, sweet boys leave. But, right before he left, I gained a girl. I like the girl...she's sweet, cute, and SMART! But, she doesn't replace my boy. Then, I had another girl join in. She's really quiet, and I like that. :) Last week I gained a boy. He came from another classroom in our school. Apparently, I can love unlovable kids. I am glad other people think that about me and my classroom, but if I have to gain one, can I not give one?! Well, the office let me know on Wednesday, that one of my girls is moving :( I am not happy about this. I LOVE her. She's a challenge, but she loves me and tries so hard. She was going to learn so much this year. As far as I know, she had no idea she was moving schools. That's sad too. Another one of my girls told me she is moving next weekend. This means she will have to go to a new school. I must say, I am not extremely upset that she is leaving. I mean, I love her of course, but she pushes my buttons. She knows exactly how much whining it takes to push me over the age. She also knows that crying KILLS me, but she does it anyway. Sometimes she acts like she doesn't know what she is doing, but amazingly finishes and makes an A when I tell her she has 10 minutes left. AH!
Of course, there are kids in my room I can't imagine being in another room. I am so thankful for their faces and I hope they never leave me. I was a little worried that my class would never become friends, but I now I can't get them to shut up, even just for me to give directions. They fight and argue and are best friends the next day. I just have to remember 3rd grade...take a walk with me down memory lane...
3rd grade= my first experience with Clair Hardin. Prior to 3rd grade, I didn't like her. That year, she became my best friend. We had 2 teachers that year. I decided to be a teacher. Clair and I practiced almost every weekend at each other's houses. I wore bracelets that made noise and drank Coke out of a cup with TONS of ice. Apparently, Mrs. Fleming and Mrs. Brown did this.
Thanks 3rd grade for making me a teacher :)
On day 1, I had 17 kids. The number grew to 20. Then, I had one of my sweet, sweet boys leave. But, right before he left, I gained a girl. I like the girl...she's sweet, cute, and SMART! But, she doesn't replace my boy. Then, I had another girl join in. She's really quiet, and I like that. :) Last week I gained a boy. He came from another classroom in our school. Apparently, I can love unlovable kids. I am glad other people think that about me and my classroom, but if I have to gain one, can I not give one?! Well, the office let me know on Wednesday, that one of my girls is moving :( I am not happy about this. I LOVE her. She's a challenge, but she loves me and tries so hard. She was going to learn so much this year. As far as I know, she had no idea she was moving schools. That's sad too. Another one of my girls told me she is moving next weekend. This means she will have to go to a new school. I must say, I am not extremely upset that she is leaving. I mean, I love her of course, but she pushes my buttons. She knows exactly how much whining it takes to push me over the age. She also knows that crying KILLS me, but she does it anyway. Sometimes she acts like she doesn't know what she is doing, but amazingly finishes and makes an A when I tell her she has 10 minutes left. AH!
Of course, there are kids in my room I can't imagine being in another room. I am so thankful for their faces and I hope they never leave me. I was a little worried that my class would never become friends, but I now I can't get them to shut up, even just for me to give directions. They fight and argue and are best friends the next day. I just have to remember 3rd grade...take a walk with me down memory lane...
3rd grade= my first experience with Clair Hardin. Prior to 3rd grade, I didn't like her. That year, she became my best friend. We had 2 teachers that year. I decided to be a teacher. Clair and I practiced almost every weekend at each other's houses. I wore bracelets that made noise and drank Coke out of a cup with TONS of ice. Apparently, Mrs. Fleming and Mrs. Brown did this.
Thanks 3rd grade for making me a teacher :)
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Five on Friday (or Saturday)
1. Two of my good friends are celebrating their birthdays today. Happy Birthday McCall and Neal! My boys, Grace, Calla, Jessica, and I celebrated Neal's birthday Thursday night with dinner. After dinner, I headed out with the girls from work for McCall's birthday party. So much fun!
2. Dinner and a Movie Monday night with Calla and Jessica was wonderful. We made homemade pizza and watched Letters to Juliet. Thank to Jess, Calla and I freaked out about 11:35. Thanks, Jess!
3. Yesterday was a teacher workday...YAY!! I didn't get as much done as I needed since I went to a training session. Monday I am completely off work! That's something I need to be happy about, but all I can think about is the work I didn't get done on Friday.
4. Colds stink. I woke up yesterday morning with a sore throat, hurting ears, and extremely tired. After a good night's sleep, I was hoping to feel better, but no such luck. :(
5. Jay'z got in a fight this week. She is constantly pushing my buttons. I am kinda at the end of my rope with her. I am hoping a little detention will help her, but if it doesn't, I am hoping that my praying will!
2. Dinner and a Movie Monday night with Calla and Jessica was wonderful. We made homemade pizza and watched Letters to Juliet. Thank to Jess, Calla and I freaked out about 11:35. Thanks, Jess!
3. Yesterday was a teacher workday...YAY!! I didn't get as much done as I needed since I went to a training session. Monday I am completely off work! That's something I need to be happy about, but all I can think about is the work I didn't get done on Friday.
4. Colds stink. I woke up yesterday morning with a sore throat, hurting ears, and extremely tired. After a good night's sleep, I was hoping to feel better, but no such luck. :(
5. Jay'z got in a fight this week. She is constantly pushing my buttons. I am kinda at the end of my rope with her. I am hoping a little detention will help her, but if it doesn't, I am hoping that my praying will!
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Five on Friday...a day late
1. So, I've seen this on a blog and decided to do it. I have to write 5 things, anything I want, on Friday. This is going to be fun!
2. Last night I went to the homecoming game. I was the only sponsor that went :(, but thankfully, Jae and her sweet family let me sit with them. Her boys are chunks. They are so cute and very happy babies :)
3. There is a girl in my class, let's call her Jay'z. Everything about her bothers me. She is repeating 3rd grade, the ring leader of my class, does not dress appropiately, and she gets away with everything (with administration, not me). After having a run-in with her in the lunchroom on Wednesday, I decided I have to love her. I have to. She's my challenge this year and I refuse to lose.
4. Today Bama plays South Carolina and I am a little nervous. But this is what Saban says about the pressure and the situation, "The standard we have to live up to is Alabama's standard. That's a standard of excellence." And then smiled.
5. Millie has been quite the snuggle kitty lately. I am loving the cuddling at night and in the morning.
2. Last night I went to the homecoming game. I was the only sponsor that went :(, but thankfully, Jae and her sweet family let me sit with them. Her boys are chunks. They are so cute and very happy babies :)
3. There is a girl in my class, let's call her Jay'z. Everything about her bothers me. She is repeating 3rd grade, the ring leader of my class, does not dress appropiately, and she gets away with everything (with administration, not me). After having a run-in with her in the lunchroom on Wednesday, I decided I have to love her. I have to. She's my challenge this year and I refuse to lose.
4. Today Bama plays South Carolina and I am a little nervous. But this is what Saban says about the pressure and the situation, "The standard we have to live up to is Alabama's standard. That's a standard of excellence." And then smiled.
5. Millie has been quite the snuggle kitty lately. I am loving the cuddling at night and in the morning.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
i LOVE fall
Love is an understatement. Fall is by far the best time of the year. I am really enjoying the cooler weather. I know my kids are, too. This means I am not freezing them out all day, just in the afternoon :) Cool mornings make the day so much better. I do not enjoy the sun going down earlier, but I do like feeling like I can sleep at 8:00. Football in fall is better, too. I finally ventured to Tuscaloosa for a football game. I know you are tired of hearing me say it, but there's just something about that place! I love it. Friday night, we ventured out to Bear Trap. The cool night was perfect for people watching. Mary, Kate, and I had a much needed night of catch up. Saturday, I passed thousands of Florida fans, and for some reason they weren't as wild and crazy. I think they knew we would win. I thought the game would be a little closer. Chris, Heath (our friend from MSU) and I went to Gallettes to watch the game. The cool weather brings out the crazies, that's for sure. I couldn't tell you anything that happened in the 2nd quarter. A Cheater's episode happened right before my eyes! And you know how nosey I am! :) Sunday, we went to FIG for lunch and lounged around. A perfect weekend.
Friday my kids take their end of the 9 weeks math test. I am getting anxious about the test. I know I've taught the best I can, and I know they have learned a lot. I just hope they show it on the test! We are reviewing and they seem to remember everything. Just pray that Friday they don't freak out.
This week is homecoming at the high school. Being the wonderful Beta club sponsors that we are, we have gotten the Eagle spirit at the elementary school. HA! Yesterday was Camo Day. No one really dressed up. But today was tacky day. And MAN, did they ever dress up. I wish I could share some pictures to share with you how crazy it was! They were so funny about it. Tomorrow is 80's day. They don't really know what to do, so it should be interesting... Friday night is the game, and we are taking some kids to the game. Saturday morning, the Beta Club is volunteering at the Race for the Cure. At 7:15. I am not happy about that...
Since last time we've talked, I have gotten 2 new students and 1 has left. I must say, I was sad to see him go. I always wonder why it can't be one that doesn't care, isn't polite or respectful. Why is it the good ones?! The new ones are good, though. Both girls. That puts me at 14 girls and 7 boys. And I wonder why it's NEVER quiet in my room... I don't know how many times a day I have to say, "Please be quiet." And yes, it's always that nice :)
Friday my kids take their end of the 9 weeks math test. I am getting anxious about the test. I know I've taught the best I can, and I know they have learned a lot. I just hope they show it on the test! We are reviewing and they seem to remember everything. Just pray that Friday they don't freak out.
This week is homecoming at the high school. Being the wonderful Beta club sponsors that we are, we have gotten the Eagle spirit at the elementary school. HA! Yesterday was Camo Day. No one really dressed up. But today was tacky day. And MAN, did they ever dress up. I wish I could share some pictures to share with you how crazy it was! They were so funny about it. Tomorrow is 80's day. They don't really know what to do, so it should be interesting... Friday night is the game, and we are taking some kids to the game. Saturday morning, the Beta Club is volunteering at the Race for the Cure. At 7:15. I am not happy about that...
Since last time we've talked, I have gotten 2 new students and 1 has left. I must say, I was sad to see him go. I always wonder why it can't be one that doesn't care, isn't polite or respectful. Why is it the good ones?! The new ones are good, though. Both girls. That puts me at 14 girls and 7 boys. And I wonder why it's NEVER quiet in my room... I don't know how many times a day I have to say, "Please be quiet." And yes, it's always that nice :)
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