Saturday, December 09, 2000

Quick blogs on various subjects today because I was on the phone too long with Janene. She is a former student who became one of my best friends, and will be with me on my big day. She teaches 3rd grade in a Catholic grade school, and it seems we never get a chance to talk. So, today we did.

Tonight is Keith's work dinner/dance and we are going with another couple to have only one designated driver---who ends up being me because for the 2nd year in a row, I am on an anti-biotic and cannot drink. OK, I can but it is not recommended so I won't. Geez, you'd think my body has something against having a good time......actually,, though, I don't drink much because I feel hot and out of sorts when I do. But I like to make the choice, not my meds.

I hate to just bitch, but this is on my mind. For the next 4 months, I will be living in 2 homes. Keith and I have purchased a home, but I am still living in my apartment, and then will stay with my Dad until the wedding. Well, I am slowly moving stuff over there, and I can see that by February, I am going to be crazy trying to figure out where things are. (And you may ask, why don't I just live with him---the answer has more to do with "others" than my own choice. I work in a Catholic high school, am having a Catholic wedding, and while they never ask if you are having sex--I know I would lose my job if I was living there. I don't necessarily agree with it, but that is between you and me.) So, instead, I move things day by day....and will move the rest in a huge pile in April. No one will help me move this time since they know I have too many books!!! When I moved from my last rented house to this apartment, my Dad and uncle moved alot of stuff, and books were one of the things....and now that they know, I get a big "HIRE A MOVER" comment from them *L*

I hope all the Texas Trixie people had a good day. I think we may need to have a PA one in the spring. What do you say Beth? You and me? Meet in the middle or hell, I would jump and drive over!!

I have mucho more to say, but need a shower, need to clean up a bit here, and find pantyhose to fit!!! Yikes, I guess I should have checked before. Pantyhose are my least favorite invention of the world. (Well, I might think of more if I wanted to, but right now, those are it!!!)

I am off for now. More thoughts tomorrow.
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Friday, December 08, 2000

Thursday, December 07, 2000

Testing went OK today. We had 40 8th graders show up which is a good number to start with. We always lose some, and then gain a few. It is tiring to test all day (more than teaching and counseling) since you just seem to sit, but I made up for it with the 13 things I did from noon-2:30. I also took a book to read during the testing....this one recommended by DQThe book of Earth.

I have so many comments to make about blogs, but I really want to get the hang of linking (I tried during this blog---we shall see if I can experiement on my own or not). I also want to get some sleep. You know, you are right---there is alot of talking going on out here.....and I love reading it!!!
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Wednesday, December 06, 2000

Thanks to Misty, Jen and Kyrie for the kind words....and please link all you want. I REALLY do enjoy reading about all of you. Thanks again to my wonderful helper, DEB for being patient and taking the time to help.....I am sure I will need you again!!

I will try to blog again tonight since I wanted to comment on a few things, but I have a few things to get ready for tomorrow. It is 8th grade placement test day at the high school, and I have about 36 8th graders to test, feed, and talk to. I need to make sure I am ready. But if not tonight, I promise tomorrow to catch up on life.
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Oh, wow! I can actually blog at work if I can convince someone to let me have IE 5.0 on my computer, or maybe if I can get them to give me one of these newer ones that are in the lab. Wonder what my chances are???

And its back to the doctor's again.....sorry for the graphic nature but I hate having to keep returning when this could have been looked at before. Kidney stones, ok. "Your ultrasound shows clear" says the office of the doctor (Can't have the x-ray because I am allergic to shrimp which contains iodine which is in the test) So, I feelok, but not great. Now I have kidney pain, feeling a urge to pee all the time, and blood in my urine. So here I go.....leaving work since the "ONLY" time they can see me is at 1:15. Thank goodness I work close. I just want to feel better. (And by the way, I have been drinking tons of water!!!)
Will update later tonight.
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Tuesday, December 05, 2000

And Shana, you put into words exactly how I feel about friends, and not many people will understand. Of my bridesmaids, 5 are friends---3 who I talk to at least 3-4 or more times a week and do things will all the time, one i see monthly, but the last one I only talk to about once every 2-3 months if I am lucky (more now with wedding plans), but she and I have been through a hell of alot together. And some don't agree you can have friends you may never meet, but I disagree. Support, sharing, caring, laughs, and sometimes even "violet crunches" can bring you together. It was great to read that, and I agree with you so much---makes me wish I could see some people more than once a year!!!
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Two long days and finally a chance to blog. Sometimes I question why I work two jobs and then I remember that I work in a Catholic school, and need a little extra help financially. Of course, it does help that I do like to work as a DUI instructor, but sometimes my classes make me a little frazzled. Take the one last night. They kept telling me it was nothing against me, but I could barely get word in with all of their complaining. Finally, they listened and we had a great discussion. And in the end, the majority told me "This was not too bad---better than I expected." (For those who didn't know I also am a Driving Under the Influence class instructor and group counselor). I have been doing the classes and groups for 11 years either full or part time, and I still like meeting the people and teaching the class.

Things at the school are winding down in some ways, but in others NOT. My psychology class has a big test Monday so we reviewed today---and that will be the last big assignment until after the Christmas holiday. BUT, the seniors have decided it is time to descend upon their guidance counselor with a million (OK< not quite) applications for college. Add to that an 8th grade placement test, parents who are needing to meet with me regarding a senior who is not doing anything, a semi-formal dance I am in charge of, and seniors who are having a candy cane sale, (I am also a senior class moderator) and you have my next two weeks. But after the 17th, no kids, no dance, no classes.....just peace...
until my family arrives for Christmas.

Have you ever had so much to say that you don't know where to start? Well, here I am. I want to introduce myself to those who may wonder about the title of my blog, and the opening phrase. I want to add links to wedding information so people can see it. I want to talk about Christmas. But unfortunately, right now, I need to eat. Working at the DUI Program means I go from lunch at 11:20 am to appointments right after school to group. And the stomach is just asking for a small something. So I may be back, but if not, keep watching. I love to talk and have much to say.
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