1. One of my students read a book. It is the first book he's ever read. It's called Eddie and the Jets, and his name is Eddie. I wanted to jump up and down and hug him, but I played it cool and just let him know how proud I was. Then we went on Amazon and looked for some other books he might like to read. I love this kid.
2. One of my quietest students gave me a bracelet for Christmas. His special ed. teacher told me he made it for me, and I never would've guessed; it's really cute! So sweet.
3. My friend Meeghan gave me the movie Once for Christmas. Can't wait to watch it!
4. My friend Jenn, the other 8th grade reading teacher, made me this creation from marshmallows and jelly beans.
5. I gave Pie in a Jar to my team, and it was hilarious. When I handed out the jars, my explanation was met with blank stares. (Keep in mind there are three boys on my team.) When I explained again, this time more slowly, the confusion turned to awe. "You mean you just put it in the over?" "You don't have to take it out of the jar?" When they finally understood, they were really excited. The gift was a hit!
6. During 5th hour, some of our kids participated in a Turkey Trot. This meant they ran as many laps as they could in 15 minutes, and for each lap they ran they got a raffle ticket. Jordan, who endeared himself to me when he gave a speech about how "No, David" was his favorite book because he connected to that character, was prepared to run- he had basketball shorts on under his pants. As he ran by, I noticed he had ear buds in. I don't know why, it just cracked me up that he was so serious about this run.
7. Our whole team (of teachers) ate lunch together today. I really love my coworkers. Jenn says our team works so well because we're all "drinking the Kool-Aid." We all care about the kids, and they come first.
8. We kept our 6th hour classes for the whole afternoon, and I showed The Princess Bride. They loved it. This made me love them even more.
9. I stayed after school for a long time talking to my coworker, Lanette. She's just a really wonderful woman. We watched this video from The Daily Show (which everyone needs to see!!!!) and talked about what's wrong with our country.
| The Daily Show With Jon Stewart | Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c | |||
| Lame-as-F@#k Congress | ||||
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10. I had Chipotle for dinner.
11. I am currently watching the NFL Network. I love how they analyze plays; I'm learning a lot.
12. I found out Nina and Stephanie are coming to visit in January. We may go to Joshua Tree!
Okay, this didn't actually happen today, but I wore my new bow from Darlybird the other day, and it made me really happy.
Upcoming fun: Tomorrow Rachel and I are going to Smeeks (a really cute candy store) to get a gift for her husband. I will spend the rest of the day crafting. (Lots of gifts to finish!) I have a date tomorrow night. Sunday will be filled with an exciting day of football, and of course, my super awesome amazing I-actually-look-forward-to-going-every-Sunday church.
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