We are on a countdown. How many more days until the 2009-2010 school year is over.
Amy is completing her 10th grade with awards scheduled for Tuesday.
Colt is completing 8th grade with awards scheduled for Thursday.
Amy will be taking Driver's Ed this summer, and two summer school courses, PE and Scholar's program.
Colt is going to the Duke TIP program in architecture this summer.
We are checking the balances due for Tech and looking to make sure we do not have any outstanding books on loan from the library.
Cleaning out all the unneeded papers from the 'homework table'.
Planning what we need to purchase for all the classes.
And counting - Amy has only one day left of finals then she is done. She has already cleaned out her locker.
Colt has 5 more days left and he is trying to complete his Tech projects this week.
Vernon has 7 days left and then,
"No more papers, no more books, no more teacher's (student's) dirty looks."
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
World History AP Exam
It's tomorrow.
7:25 am.
70 questions and 3 essays.
And I'm not nervous.
Shouldn't I be?
I feel like I'm as prepared as possible, but then there's a part of me that's not. The one thing I think I could use a little more study time on is the Compare and Contrast Essay Format, but that's it. Maybe India's history. But nothing else.
Why?
Has TAKS just dumbed my stress down so much? Is Mrs. Lawrence telling us that she's the one that worries, not us shouting to relax from my subconscious?
My hands aren't even shaking. My heartbeat stays relatively normal when I think about it. Maybe I'm just looking forward to getting it over with and partying afterward via Post-Exam Party in WHAP and Banquet. I think that's what it is.
I'm not complaining. Just speaking my mind.
Have you ever been extremely nervous about something?
7:25 am.
70 questions and 3 essays.
And I'm not nervous.
Shouldn't I be?
I feel like I'm as prepared as possible, but then there's a part of me that's not. The one thing I think I could use a little more study time on is the Compare and Contrast Essay Format, but that's it. Maybe India's history. But nothing else.
Why?
Has TAKS just dumbed my stress down so much? Is Mrs. Lawrence telling us that she's the one that worries, not us shouting to relax from my subconscious?
My hands aren't even shaking. My heartbeat stays relatively normal when I think about it. Maybe I'm just looking forward to getting it over with and partying afterward via Post-Exam Party in WHAP and Banquet. I think that's what it is.
I'm not complaining. Just speaking my mind.
Have you ever been extremely nervous about something?
First Night
Tuesday was my first night shift in , oh, let's see, 21 years!
Gosh that makes me sound so old. Shut up, Theresa.
It was surprisingly easier than I though it would be. But compared to what I used to manage with 12 patients - 4 patients was a bit slower and more manageable.
I had time on my hands to review policies and procedures.
The Manager asked me this morning if I managed okay, she was truly so sincere and apologetic. I tried to reassure her that this was wonderful.
I felt sleepy @ 4 am and walked the floor to wake myself up.
Then I learned how to run a 12 lead EKG.
Care plans are something I need to work on and I am having trouble putting them in a manner for the other staff to manage.
Sleeping during the day is a bit of a change. I went to bed at 9 am and laid there for a while. Got up before the alarm when Colt got home at 3:30 pm.
Dinner is cooking and then I am back out the door at 6 PM.
La Familia seems to be coping well. Big dog is loving being outside all day. And I have the other furry children walking all over me throughout the day - quietly checking on me as I slumber.
Gosh that makes me sound so old. Shut up, Theresa.
It was surprisingly easier than I though it would be. But compared to what I used to manage with 12 patients - 4 patients was a bit slower and more manageable.
I had time on my hands to review policies and procedures.
The Manager asked me this morning if I managed okay, she was truly so sincere and apologetic. I tried to reassure her that this was wonderful.
I felt sleepy @ 4 am and walked the floor to wake myself up.
Then I learned how to run a 12 lead EKG.
Care plans are something I need to work on and I am having trouble putting them in a manner for the other staff to manage.
Sleeping during the day is a bit of a change. I went to bed at 9 am and laid there for a while. Got up before the alarm when Colt got home at 3:30 pm.
Dinner is cooking and then I am back out the door at 6 PM.
La Familia seems to be coping well. Big dog is loving being outside all day. And I have the other furry children walking all over me throughout the day - quietly checking on me as I slumber.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Snacks
Amy has snacks in her locker.
Nutrigrain bars and her friends know it.
She has become the requisite stop for people who show up to school hungry. Namely, Vivian who got Amy TWO boxes of Nutrigrain for her birthday.
We ran out of Nutrigrain. I had to supply with Fig Newton Crisps. I think I like Fog Newton Crisps better anyway.
Then, I found a box of Nutrigrain, hidden in the pantry.
Amy said she will take those tomorrow.
And I found out that Amy does not like Goldfish snack crackers. How weird is that?
Esmeralda is meowing for Amy. I hope that does not last for long. It could get annoying after a while.
Nutrigrain bars and her friends know it.
She has become the requisite stop for people who show up to school hungry. Namely, Vivian who got Amy TWO boxes of Nutrigrain for her birthday.
We ran out of Nutrigrain. I had to supply with Fig Newton Crisps. I think I like Fog Newton Crisps better anyway.
Then, I found a box of Nutrigrain, hidden in the pantry.
Amy said she will take those tomorrow.
And I found out that Amy does not like Goldfish snack crackers. How weird is that?
Esmeralda is meowing for Amy. I hope that does not last for long. It could get annoying after a while.
Friday, May 7, 2010
So Quiet
It is almost magical how quiet it is after everyone leaves for school.
The magpie is not here to chatter or whistle or tap or shuffle. I don't often realize how noisy we can be until it is not there.
I often go to bed with the TV going and Colt's radio playing.
And I wake to the fan and the hairdryer going as well as Amy's radio blaring from her side of the house and usually an alarm clock or two going off.
The sound that most amuses me during the day is the animal noises. The cats running up and down the stairs like a herd of elephants. Kane yawning and dreaming whimpers. Minnie crawling up in Vernon's creaky chair to lord her dominance over the other animals. After all, that is THE chair for the master, right?
Quiet is good, I like quiet. Ahhhh....
The magpie is not here to chatter or whistle or tap or shuffle. I don't often realize how noisy we can be until it is not there.
I often go to bed with the TV going and Colt's radio playing.
And I wake to the fan and the hairdryer going as well as Amy's radio blaring from her side of the house and usually an alarm clock or two going off.
The sound that most amuses me during the day is the animal noises. The cats running up and down the stairs like a herd of elephants. Kane yawning and dreaming whimpers. Minnie crawling up in Vernon's creaky chair to lord her dominance over the other animals. After all, that is THE chair for the master, right?
Quiet is good, I like quiet. Ahhhh....
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Orchestra Banquet
Soooooo..... it's almost time. 1 more week. 10 days.
And I've got someone to go with!
YEP!!! So excited! It's quite a change in events. Ashley's not bringing a guy, and I am for the very first time! haha
His name is Davis. Actually Jefferson Davis, but we just call him Davis. He's really sweet and funny. Most people think he's awkward, but, then again, so am I. It's gonna be awesome.
My dress stops right above the knee, and, go figure, it's black. I honestly tried to look for a purple one, but I couldn't find one I liked in my size. Sorry, guys.
Colt thinks Davis and I are going out because he's going with me to banquet. I keep trying to explain to him that we're not, but then he insists I should ask Davis out. I don't know what to do. He broke up with Xenia, one of my friends, about a month ago. I'm just not sure he 1) likes me that way, and 2) if he wants a girlfriend right now. So for the moment, I'm leaving that subject alone. We'll see what happens at banquet. :D
8 days til my AP Exam. Starting to get a little nervous. After I finish my terms chart today, I'm hitting the books. The only part I'm worried about is Essays. I'm hoping she'll give us a little more help with those, cuz I don't think anyone is doing too hot with them.
LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!
P.S.: Bullet for my Valentine has a new album out and it's AMAZING!!! I love the song Fever and Pretty on the Outside. GO LISTEN!!!!
And I've got someone to go with!
YEP!!! So excited! It's quite a change in events. Ashley's not bringing a guy, and I am for the very first time! haha
His name is Davis. Actually Jefferson Davis, but we just call him Davis. He's really sweet and funny. Most people think he's awkward, but, then again, so am I. It's gonna be awesome.
My dress stops right above the knee, and, go figure, it's black. I honestly tried to look for a purple one, but I couldn't find one I liked in my size. Sorry, guys.
Colt thinks Davis and I are going out because he's going with me to banquet. I keep trying to explain to him that we're not, but then he insists I should ask Davis out. I don't know what to do. He broke up with Xenia, one of my friends, about a month ago. I'm just not sure he 1) likes me that way, and 2) if he wants a girlfriend right now. So for the moment, I'm leaving that subject alone. We'll see what happens at banquet. :D
8 days til my AP Exam. Starting to get a little nervous. After I finish my terms chart today, I'm hitting the books. The only part I'm worried about is Essays. I'm hoping she'll give us a little more help with those, cuz I don't think anyone is doing too hot with them.
LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!
P.S.: Bullet for my Valentine has a new album out and it's AMAZING!!! I love the song Fever and Pretty on the Outside. GO LISTEN!!!!
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
End of Year
It is Nurse's Week - thank your nurses for all they do, they are some of the most amazing people I know.
CCE is over and Amy was Confirmed Sunday. Beautiful ceremony.
Now we are looking forward to summer - or maybe just looking. It will be so busy.
Colt is off for a Summer Duke TIP program from June to July. He still has one orchestra concert and the Middle School Awards night coming up. Aunt Theresa wants him to spend a couple of weeks in Fort Worth. Haven't brought that one up yet.
Amy has Compass Testing coming up, Orchestra banquet/Orchestra Concert, Vacation Bible School, PSAT/SAT Study Course, Drivers Ed classes, and she wants to take a PE course over the summer.
I'm shifting to nights - that in itself is going to be a bit of a challenge. One I'm looking forward to.
And the teacher needs to make some applications for a new job.
Doctor's appointments needing to be made and dentist, too.
CCE is over and Amy was Confirmed Sunday. Beautiful ceremony.
Now we are looking forward to summer - or maybe just looking. It will be so busy.
Colt is off for a Summer Duke TIP program from June to July. He still has one orchestra concert and the Middle School Awards night coming up. Aunt Theresa wants him to spend a couple of weeks in Fort Worth. Haven't brought that one up yet.
Amy has Compass Testing coming up, Orchestra banquet/Orchestra Concert, Vacation Bible School, PSAT/SAT Study Course, Drivers Ed classes, and she wants to take a PE course over the summer.
I'm shifting to nights - that in itself is going to be a bit of a challenge. One I'm looking forward to.
And the teacher needs to make some applications for a new job.
Doctor's appointments needing to be made and dentist, too.
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