Phooey

Today I got a notice that my compressor on the car was recalled....until 60k miles. I had it replaced (and paid a $100 deductible) at 65k. I called and tried to talk real sweet to the Mazda customer service center, but NOPE. Can't reimburse me. Oh-well, at least I tried, right?

Shhhhh...don't tell anyone. I bought Naturalizer shoes and I LOVE THEM! Who am I ????? I don't wear those "teacher" shoes, or "mom" shoes. Um...now I do! They are somewhat cute (for work) and oh.so.comfortable. After school today on the way to potty for the first time, I realized that I didn't even feel my feet aching. I will buy another pair when pay day rolls around.

Conversation with Cookoo bird today...

Me, "Do you math Teacher Editions?"

Her, "Yes, of course."

Me, "Where did you get them?"

Her, "I had them from last year."

Me, "Did you have them on Friday when I asked you about them?"

Her, "Yes."

Me, "Then why did you tell me you didn't have them."

Her, "Because I didn't."

could go on and on...I just left it at that.

Another conversation

Her, "OOOOh, I lost my lunch money."

Teacher #3, "Why don't you just put money on your account?"

Her, "Oh, no, I don't trust them and I can't eat that food anyway--you know I had cancer."

Me, "You don't trust the cafeteria ladies to put your money on an account for you."

Her, "No, I didn't say that...I can't eat the food, I had cancer."

Teacher #4, "I found $2 on the floor, is it yours?"

Her, "Oh, yes! Thank you so much!"

Then, she proceeds to buy a Diet Dr. Pepper, and a bag of Ghardettos.

Um...you can't eat the *somewhat* balanced food in the cafeteria, but DP and Ghardettos are OK???

First Week of School

This week went great! Blake has been a trooper, just going along with what's happening, and learning the new routine. I have to say that I love, love, LOVE having him right down the hall. It has cut about 25 minutes off my morning commute, and about 35 in the afternoon. And, I am able to work a little later, not worrying that he's been away from me too long. Only con is that he wants to eat cafeteria lunches every day. He has a calendar, and wants to check it every morning to see what is for lunch. I got the letter today saying we were DENIED for free or reduced lunch, and I am really sad about it. $2.25 for lunch and $1.25 for breakfast get expensive pretty quick. I knew we wouldn't qualify for it, but didn't know he would enjoy eating from the cafe so much!

My class has been amazing. I have 14 little sweeties, and 1 little girl with big attitude. She tantrumed yesterday because she had an accident. I kind of lost it, and told her, "Everyone of us has peed in our pants before. Do you think I cry when it happens? You are 5 and in Kindergarten, we don't cry like that. Dry your eyes, and take care of your business and meet us in the cafeteria." I felt bad, but really? You think you can scream at me to go get your back pack??? Um...no...not how it works.

My days are long, but the only frustration I have had is with adults in our hall. There is a teacher who I will call Ms. Lippy--you know--from Billy Madison? OMG! I can see my self punching her in the face EVERY DAY!!!!! She called me a genius because--get this--I KNOW HOW TO PLUG A PHONE IN. She couldn't figure out how to put the cord into the back of the phone. She jammed it in sideways. Really???? I should just blog for a week all the wonderful things she does. Maybe I will do that next week. Should be interesting.

Boy am I pooped!

I went to school for a meeting on Monday, and worked in my classroom for about 4 hours. I went back today and finished organizing an arranging! Blake and I were there for about 5 1/2 hours today. Everything is ready....except a little decorating. That can be done quick next week, though.

On the way to the Vital Statistics office (which, by the way, is hidden) to get Blake's birth certificate I noticed that the a/c is on #3, and I am still warm. Oh, great! My a/c is out on my car. I called Mazda, and they said it may or may not be covered by the extended warranty. We'll find out tomorrow.

I did some sneaky work, but Blake is coming to my school for Pre-K this year. He is excited and so am I!!! Tomorrow, we will buy all of his school supplies!

have you seen this video?

Help! I am looking for a video for a friend. It is a woman bringing home a new husband and relating it to what it is like for a child who is getting a new sibling. It is hilarious! If you can find it, add the link to the comments.

My summer is slowly coming to an end. I HAVE to work on Monday, then will probably go in at least 1 more day to work before the official end. Professional development. Yay. It starts on the 16th.

This summer has been a long, relaxing time. Blake is definitely ready to go back to school. He gets to go to Pre-K at my school this year! I am so excited! It will cut my morning commute down by 30 minutes and save me at least 100 miles a week! Whoo-hoo!

What??? Only 5 weeks of vacay left??

I apparently suck at adding pics. Let me know if these are cropped and I will try and fix them.

Yesterday, we went to Killeen to visit my new niece, Gabrielle Jean, and attend a wonderful 90th birthday party for my Great-Uncle Bob. Here's how we started.

Funny faces to make sure the batteries were working..

I will not smile again.

Ok, one more time.

Here she is!

Baby smiles

I don't think I have seen my mom that happy in a very long time.

Blake loves his newest cousin, Gaby...but quickly got tired of her. As soon as the pictures were done, he started to push her away and say he was finished. Of course, he was a nut at great-grandma's house, but what can you expect?

On another note, I was considering moving to a school closer to home so I didn't have to drive the hour each day. I put in about 14 applications, and just KNEW I would at least have 1 interview--considering I personally know the lady I was emailing my resume and cover letter to. Nope. Not.1.stinkin.call. I LOVE MY SCHOOL, but the long commute is really tiring. Now, it's too late even to get out of my contract. So, oh-well. Now to start stocking up on comp notebooks for twenty-five cents. Joe asked why I needed 40, and I kindly explained that I can pay $10 for 40 now or $40 in January when I need them...you pick. He said go ahead and get them now.

Only 5 more weeks of summer vacation.

Update

Update coming soon.....

Happy 4th Birthday Blake!

Today is Blake's 4th birthday!

He can ride his bike

Loves to shower by himself

Eat cupcakes for breakfast

We had his party on Saturday at the Jumpy Place in Kyle. He had a blast.

How quick time flies.

Newborn

1st birthday

2nd Birthday

3rd Birthday

4 year old!