Category Archives: Work

The things I get paid to do.

Favorite Question of the Day

4 October 2006, 10:15 am by Giggles
Categories: Education, Happy Things, Questions, Work

I’m sure I’m going to get other silly questions today, but I think the one I was just asked will be my favorite. I showed a sixth grade class my infamous infomercial – “Home Row.” It’s a classic. Afterwards, someone … Keep reading →

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A misconception of teachers

29 September 2006, 2:59 pm by Giggles
Categories: Education, Venting, Work

It would be real nice if other people understood just how much of a pain-in-the-butt hassle it is for teachers to take time off of work. I took Wednesday off because I was sick, and everyone was surprised that I … Keep reading →

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Silently Sick

27 September 2006, 10:07 am by Giggles
Categories: Health, Questions, Work

Considering my job, I find it amazing that I don’t get sick more often than I do. This year however, a cold is going around the school that has leveled several teachers already. Today I’m home sick, and I’m never … Keep reading →

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Fifth Graders – a never ending source of questions

13 September 2006, 1:50 pm by Giggles
Categories: Questions, Random, Work

Generally I wear a pair of slacks and a shirt (generally not one with buttons because those generally need to be ironed) to work. Today I am wearing a green shirt and a denim skirt. So what is it about … Keep reading →

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Reason #37 to own a glue gun

28 August 2006, 11:05 pm by Giggles
Categories: Random, Work

You can make pom pom guys late at night. I just finished making 33 colorful pom pom guys with wiggly eyes. Tomorrow I get to put foam feet on them and then velcro them to the computers in my lab. … Keep reading →

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I’m allergic to work

25 August 2006, 11:26 pm by Giggles
Categories: Happy Things, Work

After such a busy week with work and school, today was just a day to relax and play. And it was the first day all week that my shoulder hasn’t bothered me. I think that means I’m allergic to work. … Keep reading →

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Here we go again – Round 5

18 August 2006, 9:58 pm by Giggles
Categories: Work

It’s strange to think that this is my fifth year teaching. Some of it seems so routine now. I’m not nervous about what comes next. I know what to do. I take charge of what I can and feel like … Keep reading →

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