My first teaching gig began in 2003. I was barely 23 and some of the students I had in class were 19... It was difficult at first, but I let those "kids" know who was boss and things quickly fell into place. (Full disclosure: when I say I let them know who was boss, that means I cried my eyes out ... » Learn More about What Happened Was…
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Let the Games Begin!
Confession: I'm more than slightly obsessed with the Christmas season. From the warm and fuzzies to the hot chocolate and parties and scarves (I love me a good scarf), it really is the most wonderful time of the year. But it ends way too soon every. single. year. My mom normally cries on Christmas ... » Learn More about Let the Games Begin!
Eff the Elf
I remember the first time I saw him: I was at Barnes and Noble with a few friends, one of whom purchased the complete Elf on the Shelf package. My first thought (and probably words): "That thing is CREEPY!!" My pal swore that the little gremlin helped keep her son in line in the days leading up to ... » Learn More about Eff the Elf
Give Me Some Happy
What's shakin', party people?! It's a pleasure to once again co-host the More Than Mommies Mixer. If you scroll down to the bottom of this post, you'll find all the details about the mixer and how to link up. And now, I hope you don't mind, I'm going to take advantage of my blogging stage this week ... » Learn More about Give Me Some Happy
Conversations with a Toddler: There’s a WHAT in Your Pocket?!
At dinner tonight, my 3-year-old son said, "HEY! I have a rocket in my pocket!" My husband, guest-for-dinner brother, and I just looked at each other like did he really just say that?! I asked the kid to repeat it and he said again, a little too proudly, "I HAVE A ROCKET IN MY ... » Learn More about Conversations with a Toddler: There’s a WHAT in Your Pocket?!