As I get older, I double down on things to look forward to as I age. Even though the list of things may be getting smaller they are no less satisfying. Today, as I was getting dressed, I added another item to my list: Looking forward to No longer having to wear a bra. The fewer pieces of underwear I have to wear the more comfortable I am. The older I am, the less others would even notice or care. Getting older is interesting and I plan to embrace it and make the best of it.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Friday, October 28, 2022
Indoctrination, Really!!!
IMO, it’s not the fear of the school indoctrinating their child, it’s the fear of their child learning new facts and gaining knowledge that may make them question their parent’s indoctrination.
Another thought-
As for this present election, It’s one indoctrination against another. Which one you agree with is how you will vote. Can we just quit using the term indoctrination already?
Both side are guilty of spreading misinformation. However, I think one side is doing a much better job of it- (again, in my opinion).
Note: as a retired teacher,(and I believe most teachers practice this) it was always my practice and conviction that a student should never be able to know what my political leanings were. I always tried to give facts and allowed students to give their opinions as long as they could back it up with sound reasoning. I also emphasized that just because people don't agree, doesn't mean either of is wrong. However, I always stressed the importance of being respectful.
Monday, September 26, 2022
Just an Observation
Some have outgoing personalities, are open, friendly, and are admired by many.
Some are grumpy, whiney, and just don't like people.
Some are quiet, introverted, and enjoy their own company more than being in a crowd.
But....some of the most interesting are those quiet ones who speak the loudest through their dress, their tattoos, their body piercings, and/or the their vibrant hair color.
You have to admit, this world is quite an interesting place filled with interesting humans.
Thursday, June 30, 2022
Election Is Over
Whew, the election is over, the incumbents, me included, won by a significant margin, and one of the two names on the ballot won the empty seat. In other words, none of the write-in candidates succeeded in an election upset. The margin was wide enough that I can safely say, the majority of the voters support what we are doing and that is what we feel is best for all kids in our district.
Note: I know this is post is way overdue, but better late than never.
Friday, October 22, 2021
Challenging Times
Being on two boards and feeling discouraged and anxious at times about the turmoil we have been going through these last two years with this pandemic and sitting through some contentious board meetings with some heated disagreements about how to best mitigate the spreading of the Covid virus, I sometimes want to just "chuck" it all and quit. Then I think, who better than me to be in this position. I've lived long enough to develop some pretty tough skin, I appreciate opposing points of view, and I know this isn't the first time in our country's history we've been through tough, divisive times, so I will continue to humbly serve and support what I think is the most appropriate actions to take to provide our students with the best learning environment possible as well as keep our entire staff and student body healthy.
Now, with the upcoming election and someone running against me as a write-in candidate, there is the possibility I won't be serving much longer. If that is the case, I wish my opponent the best and hope she understands being on the school board is much more than just making mitigating decisions during a pandemic.
All for now---
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