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Here’s to the Good Students

By Stephanie Jankowski 23 Comments

Something about yesterday's post didn't feel right. I mean, I enjoyed writing it and giggled when I re-read it (don't act like you don't laugh at your own jokes. Liar.), but then I read some of the comments and got...sad. It's totally my fault. This time of the year is a little overwhelming, and ... » Learn More about Here’s to the Good Students

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The ABCs of Succeeding in High School: A Student’s Guide to Getting What You Want from Your Teacher

By Stephanie Jankowski 36 Comments

Hello, high school students, and welcome to class! My goal is to help you succeed in our course and, ultimately, in life. I have dedicated myself to your progress as a student and as a person, but despite my 100% commitment, you will need to meet me at least halfway. I understand that some of you ... » Learn More about The ABCs of Succeeding in High School: A Student’s Guide to Getting What You Want from Your Teacher

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Red Circle Days

By Stephanie Jankowski 22 Comments

It has been months. Maybe even a year. But I'll never forget being moved to tears over a blog post, and leaving a comment begging the author to write a book because her words were so beautiful, so poignant. I wanted more. Is it any surprise that the author bought a sponsor ad here on ... » Learn More about Red Circle Days

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Oversharing: Put Your Knees Back By Your Ears

By Stephanie Jankowski 15 Comments

Today's Oversharing is from Pursuit of Normal's Vicky. She's waxing (tee hee) philosophical on a topic Kim discussed earlier this month; these crazy ladies are willing to put their hoohas on the line, er, table for the sake of swimsuit season and blog fodder, and for that, I commend ... » Learn More about Oversharing: Put Your Knees Back By Your Ears

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What I Learned at Bloggy Bootcamp

By Stephanie Jankowski 43 Comments

I like rearranging and reorganizing rooms and even drawers in my home. I'll try different hair colors at each appointment with my stylist (I should be bald by 50), and my face is always in a book (or Google) trying to learn something new. If I had the chance to pick up and move tomorrow, I probably ... » Learn More about What I Learned at Bloggy Bootcamp

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