I am sorry to say that someone did hood rat stuff with their friends to me. I woke up Saturday to a disturbing sight. One of the windows on my car was shattered! Surprisingly I was not upset. I just thought to myself why are people so disrespectful of other people's property, and oh well it happens. Unfortunately it had to happen to me. I am a firm believer in karma so this just means that karma owes me one. I know that I haven't done anything this bad to someone so karma definitely owes me! It also reminded me of a quote from a Dr. Seuss book:
"I'm sorry to say so
But, sadly, it's true
That bang-ups
And hang-ups
Can happen to you."
It's amazing what a children's book can teach you.
I also got to thinking about what kind of low life would break into my car? First of all I drive a mini van. Second of all, what would one be looking for in a mini van? Did they need soccer equipment? Can you tell I'm not upset? I'm just bitter, not upset.
Even though my day started out bad, it did end on a good note. I received a call from my friend Rachel to go play pool with her and her boyfriend. We went to a pool hall close to my house. If gas prices weren't ridiculous then I would have probably spent the evening with my close friend. I did learn one thing from playing pool: I suck at playing pool. We enjoyed some drinks and good conversation.
After "playing" pool for a few hours, and I do use the term "playing" very loosely, I headed downtown to join my friend Erin and some friends who were in from out of town. We spent the remainder of the night and early hours of the morning at a place called Union Park. It was a nice facility but definitely over crowded. I hadn't seen Erin in a few weeks so we had a lot of catching up to do. She and her boyfriend had both gotten new piercings. They were pretty cool, and it made me kind of want one. I want one but I would never get one. A good evening, but karma still owes me.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Saturday, May 17, 2008
TAG your it!
Friday I subbed half day in the morning for a T.A.G. teacher at Cheers Elementary. T.A.G. stands for Talented and Gifted. These are the students who more advanced than the other students. I don't want to say smarter than because there are plenty of other students who are just as smart as the TAG students but aren't in the program. It just seems that the TAG students have better study habits and are more driven to learn. Now that is just my opinion from what I have observed. I am sure some of the TAG students are naturally smarter but what is smarts without the tools and driving force to use it?
I was through my 10:50a and had nothing to do. It is nice getting out early when you have something to do. However I had nothing to do! I stopped by a few kindergarten classes to visit some of the kiddos I have subbed for. I did enjoy the mini celebrations in my honor when I walked in to visit. I am going to miss all the kids at Cheers whenever I get a teaching job.
I was through my 10:50a and had nothing to do. It is nice getting out early when you have something to do. However I had nothing to do! I stopped by a few kindergarten classes to visit some of the kiddos I have subbed for. I did enjoy the mini celebrations in my honor when I walked in to visit. I am going to miss all the kids at Cheers whenever I get a teaching job.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Mr...., Mr...., Mr..., What's your name again?
This is the first week of the new job and it is going pretty well. I have yet to be late and have been returning from lunch break promptly at the designated time. The kids are still getting used to me being their new teacher. I can see them testing me to see how far they can get. I stand my ground and repeat myself, each time my voice getting firmer and louder. I haven't had any too defiant acts, but I am anticipating one soon. The odds are in that favor. Right now I am in the awkward limbo between newbie and regular. Some things I don't know about the kids but am learning as I go.
It's really cute because I will be reading, or painting, or playing with a child and then they stop and look up at me for a few seconds. I often wonder what they are thinking at that moment. I look back and give a goofy smile and the child laughs and goes on with what they were doing before. What do you think they are thinking? I wish I could read their minds.
The kids are still getting to know me and still ask me my name. It's funny because one moment they will say my name and the next they are asking my name again. I wonder if it's just a plow to talk to me. After all I am kind of a big deal.lol I am still waiting for my first hug. I haven't received one yet. That will be the day I will officially be their teacher.
It's really cute because I will be reading, or painting, or playing with a child and then they stop and look up at me for a few seconds. I often wonder what they are thinking at that moment. I look back and give a goofy smile and the child laughs and goes on with what they were doing before. What do you think they are thinking? I wish I could read their minds.
The kids are still getting to know me and still ask me my name. It's funny because one moment they will say my name and the next they are asking my name again. I wonder if it's just a plow to talk to me. After all I am kind of a big deal.lol I am still waiting for my first hug. I haven't received one yet. That will be the day I will officially be their teacher.
Monday, May 12, 2008
The Paper
Today after work I was exhausted. I didn't want to take a nap because I need to start going to bed earlier. I will now have a full time job that requires me to be at work by 7a, meaning that I have to get up at 5a to get ready and get there. So long sleeping in. I guess I will have to save that for the weekend.
I was waiting for the Season Finale of MTV's "The Hills" to come on so I took residence on the couch to await the long anticipated show. The hour before they showed the last few episodes so I watched them to make sure I was refreshed and ready for the new episode. MTV definitely delivered tonite. I don't know if I believe if "The Hills" is actual reality as opposed to faux reality but nevertheless I do enjoy delving into the personal lives of others. I do agree with Audrina that Lo is coming in between her and L.C.'s friendship. If you just listen to the comments Lo makes, its obvious. Lo reminds me of one of those people who like to be stuck in the past and refuses to move on so neither can her friends. Sorry Lo but you have nothing to contribute to the show. At least Audrina has some drama going on in her life with biker boy.
After the finale of "The Hills" was over another one of MTV's shows, "The Paper" came on. I had seen bits and pieces of it from time to time while channel surfing so I decided to give it a shot before calling it a night. It is a reality show that is set in "standard" high school with its center focusing on the the school's newspaper. I was reminded why I hated high school. The kids on that show have a lot of growing up to do. Most of them are still in the "whole world revolves around me" stage, which I thought you grew out of in middle school. There is one kid on that show named Alex who is basically a fish. He goes wherever all the other fish go and chooses not to be an individual. That is something he is going to regret when he is older and looks back on the show. Not only is he a fish, he's a two faced fish. He is friends with the editor-in-chief whom the popular vote doesn't necessary agree with, and I use the word popular very loosely. He'll be with her one-on-one and when every one is around he is a jerk and totally ignores her. I am interested to see if he will grow any character in the upcoming episodes. Needless to say that this high school drama-rama has me hooked.
I was waiting for the Season Finale of MTV's "The Hills" to come on so I took residence on the couch to await the long anticipated show. The hour before they showed the last few episodes so I watched them to make sure I was refreshed and ready for the new episode. MTV definitely delivered tonite. I don't know if I believe if "The Hills" is actual reality as opposed to faux reality but nevertheless I do enjoy delving into the personal lives of others. I do agree with Audrina that Lo is coming in between her and L.C.'s friendship. If you just listen to the comments Lo makes, its obvious. Lo reminds me of one of those people who like to be stuck in the past and refuses to move on so neither can her friends. Sorry Lo but you have nothing to contribute to the show. At least Audrina has some drama going on in her life with biker boy.
After the finale of "The Hills" was over another one of MTV's shows, "The Paper" came on. I had seen bits and pieces of it from time to time while channel surfing so I decided to give it a shot before calling it a night. It is a reality show that is set in "standard" high school with its center focusing on the the school's newspaper. I was reminded why I hated high school. The kids on that show have a lot of growing up to do. Most of them are still in the "whole world revolves around me" stage, which I thought you grew out of in middle school. There is one kid on that show named Alex who is basically a fish. He goes wherever all the other fish go and chooses not to be an individual. That is something he is going to regret when he is older and looks back on the show. Not only is he a fish, he's a two faced fish. He is friends with the editor-in-chief whom the popular vote doesn't necessary agree with, and I use the word popular very loosely. He'll be with her one-on-one and when every one is around he is a jerk and totally ignores her. I am interested to see if he will grow any character in the upcoming episodes. Needless to say that this high school drama-rama has me hooked.
The Beekeeper
I started my new job today. I was originally hired to be a camp counselor for school aged kids during the summer. That however changed. The director called me and said that there weren't enough kids enrolled for the summer camp so she would not be needing me there. Instead I could take over for a 3 year olds teacher while she took summer off to spend time with her family. I agreed to it without even thinking. All I knew was that I needed a summer job, so I took whatever bone was thrown at me.
As I walked in today I was a little nervous. I had no idea what to expect from the class. Would they like me? Better yet would they even listen to me? Lucky the teacher I will be replacing will be there until the end of May to train me and get me used to the routine. Let's just say that the kids were definitely a lively bunch. There are more than 2x as more boys than girls. We all know how little boys can be. They like dirt, to wrestle, and of course making a mess. These boys were no different. I seriously have my work cut out for me. The name of my class is the "Honeybees". I can't wait to see what adventures are in store for me as I become a "Beekeeper".
As I walked in today I was a little nervous. I had no idea what to expect from the class. Would they like me? Better yet would they even listen to me? Lucky the teacher I will be replacing will be there until the end of May to train me and get me used to the routine. Let's just say that the kids were definitely a lively bunch. There are more than 2x as more boys than girls. We all know how little boys can be. They like dirt, to wrestle, and of course making a mess. These boys were no different. I seriously have my work cut out for me. The name of my class is the "Honeybees". I can't wait to see what adventures are in store for me as I become a "Beekeeper".
Sunday, May 11, 2008
The House That Love Built
Happy Mother's Day to all the baby mamas out there!
I woke up obnoxiously early to drive to my grandma's house in Devine, Tx. Devine is on the other side of San Antonio. Devine really has nothing going for it. It is basically a little piece of Mexico. It's about an hour and a half from where I live. I wanted to get there in time to have breakfast with my grandma. My mom and Aunt were already there. So I got to spend Mother's day with with 3 of the most important women in my life. It was definitely a very relaxing trip. There was no cable, no cell phone service, and really no stores worth visiting so family bonding was assured. The house my grandparents live in is a house my grandpa built back in the day. You can tell it's old by looking at it. It needs a lot of work but the atmosphere makes up for it. Every time I visit I feel like I am being transported back to when I was a kid and would visit. I love it there. It's simple. It's home. It's love. We sat around talking, with me doing my best to carry a conversation in Spanish. If you remember, my grandma only speaks Spanish. It is one of those days where not much happened but a day you would always remember. Here are some pictures of my grandparents, my mom, my aunt, my uncle, and me!
Casa De Mis Abuelitos!
I really don't know what I'm doing here.
My Aunt, Grandpa, Grandma, Mom, and Uncle
Grandpa and Grandma!!!!
My Grandparents and Me.
I woke up obnoxiously early to drive to my grandma's house in Devine, Tx. Devine is on the other side of San Antonio. Devine really has nothing going for it. It is basically a little piece of Mexico. It's about an hour and a half from where I live. I wanted to get there in time to have breakfast with my grandma. My mom and Aunt were already there. So I got to spend Mother's day with with 3 of the most important women in my life. It was definitely a very relaxing trip. There was no cable, no cell phone service, and really no stores worth visiting so family bonding was assured. The house my grandparents live in is a house my grandpa built back in the day. You can tell it's old by looking at it. It needs a lot of work but the atmosphere makes up for it. Every time I visit I feel like I am being transported back to when I was a kid and would visit. I love it there. It's simple. It's home. It's love. We sat around talking, with me doing my best to carry a conversation in Spanish. If you remember, my grandma only speaks Spanish. It is one of those days where not much happened but a day you would always remember. Here are some pictures of my grandparents, my mom, my aunt, my uncle, and me!
Casa De Mis Abuelitos!
I really don't know what I'm doing here.
My Aunt, Grandpa, Grandma, Mom, and Uncle
Grandpa and Grandma!!!!
My Grandparents and Me.
I do.
Saturday was a pretty busy day for me. It started off with Austin ISD's job fair. I didn't intend on going since job fairs are basically a waste of time. I thought it would be better to go and try to make an impression rather than not to. I ran into 6 friends while there, 3 from my cohort and 3 from my tenure at UT. I was there for 3 full hours and only talked to 6 elementary schools. I made an impression on 4 of them since they are going to call me when they set up interviews. I am so glad I went. All 4 of the interviews are for a 4th grade position. Hopefully I will get at least one. That's all I need! Just one!!!
When I got home my parents were getting ready for my cousin's wedding. I was so tired from the job fair and it was hot as hell outside. I was tempted to stay home, but it's family. You have to be there for your family. I forced myself to change and get ready for the wedding. We arrived at a cute farm in northwest Austin. Everything was decorated in white and there was a little trail of lights leading to the ceremony. We turned the last bend to see rows of white chairs set up...outside...in the sun. I was sweating up a storm. Luckily the ceremony was short and sweet. The sun started to set and the wind started to blow as we congratulated the newly weds and made our way to the outdoor reception. It turned into a very pretty evening with red lanterns adorning every table. They had Elgin sausage and all the margaritas you could drink. That was all I needed to finish the evening, sausage and margaritas. It was nice. Below are some pictures from the wedding. The wedding was semi-redneck with classy undertones.
My Cousin Sean and His Best Man
My Uncle Bob and Aunt Bea
The Bride Sarah and Her Dad
Exchanging Vows
Sealed with a Kiss!
The Mariachi Band Serenading the Newly Weds
Me When I Found Out the Margaritas were Free!
When I got home my parents were getting ready for my cousin's wedding. I was so tired from the job fair and it was hot as hell outside. I was tempted to stay home, but it's family. You have to be there for your family. I forced myself to change and get ready for the wedding. We arrived at a cute farm in northwest Austin. Everything was decorated in white and there was a little trail of lights leading to the ceremony. We turned the last bend to see rows of white chairs set up...outside...in the sun. I was sweating up a storm. Luckily the ceremony was short and sweet. The sun started to set and the wind started to blow as we congratulated the newly weds and made our way to the outdoor reception. It turned into a very pretty evening with red lanterns adorning every table. They had Elgin sausage and all the margaritas you could drink. That was all I needed to finish the evening, sausage and margaritas. It was nice. Below are some pictures from the wedding. The wedding was semi-redneck with classy undertones.
My Cousin Sean and His Best Man
My Uncle Bob and Aunt Bea
The Bride Sarah and Her Dad
Exchanging Vows
Sealed with a Kiss!
The Mariachi Band Serenading the Newly Weds
Me When I Found Out the Margaritas were Free!
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