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Friday, August 21, 2009

My Other Children

by Iteach

Starting August 24th, I will have 28 children. Nope that wasn't a misprint, I will have 28 children. Three are biological, one is a stepdaughter, and the other 24 are my second graders. Here are the names of my newest family members:

Timothy, Elijah, Jurrian, Arleth, Breyman

Tyler F., Nadya, Abigail, Chris, Kyle

Tyler L., Daniel, Dillon, Richard, Daricka

Sammy, Summer, Marly, April, Macayleigh

Kamden, Hayleigh, Riley, Thomas,

I think of them as family from day one until to day number 175. I wipe away tears, laugh with them, and teach them all that I know. I constantly worry about them and they are always in my thoughts. Every morning I jump out of bed and I can't wait to see what the new day will bring for us.

I received my class list today and I have been writing their names all over the room. On their locker, desk, and mailbox. I daydream what the new year will bring. Every single year is full of surprises. Some are happy and some are sad. I have all there names memorized in my head and they are already tugging at my heart.

So with a Diet Pepsi in my hand, I'm toasting to a new school year full of learning, laughter, and hope!!
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113 comments:

  1. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:53 AM

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  2. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    HA! Take that! AND....it's my day off! .....sniff...sniff....and my babies' first day of high school! :(
    :D :( :D :( :D (i'm schizo!)

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  3. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    lol Iteach~ I didn't even read the blog before I wrote the post above! I'm raising a glass with you~ Hubby has completed a week of school already...the twins start today and my SENIOR (ugh) will start on Monday! AND I'LL HAVE THE HOUSE BACK TO MYSELF!!! wait...it's not about being selfish, is it? :)~

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  4. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    damn i'm pretty first thing in the morning! DeeDee, I think I need a new look~ :D

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  5. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    Or maybe I don't~ :|

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  6. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    Oh Donna~ Happy Belated Birthday~

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  7. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    Zona~ Happy 50th Birthday~

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  8. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    How come no one will talk to me?

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  9. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    Oh Tina.....I will~

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  10. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 8:58 AM

    Oh Thank you Tina!!! Ur so sweet! *cough* *cough*

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  11. Lynn DAugust 21, 2009 at 9:14 AM

    Morning Glories!

    Congrats on first Tina!

    Iteach that was beautiful. I want to say how lucky these children are that they have you for their teacher! I am raising my cup of coffee "To Hope" cheers. The best thing we can all toast and wish for.

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR ZONA!

    Will be gone all day. "Cheers" to you all!

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  12. Shirley(NCC-1701)August 21, 2009 at 9:15 AM

    Good morning Tina and Tina! Which one of you got 1st? Congrats!

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  13. Lynn DAugust 21, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    To Tina you chocolate dipped Jalapeno you!

    Sweet with spice right behind it! LOL

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  14. Shirley(NCC-1701)August 21, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    Morning Lynn D!

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  15. bonachichiAugust 21, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    Good morning, LynnD! Iteach, it's wonderful to see a teacher so excited about doing her job!

    Hmmm.... Where's Tina?

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  16. bonachichiAugust 21, 2009 at 9:19 AM

    Shirley, sorry bout that... You came in during the typing. Morning to you, too!

    Happy Friday, Hooters!!!

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  17. Shirley(NCC-1701)August 21, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    Iteach I love that you are so excited! I know you will have a terrific year and the kids will learn so much. Have fun!

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  18. Shirley(NCC-1701)August 21, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Morning Bonachichi!

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  19. Shirley(NCC-1701)August 21, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    It appears the Tinas have left the nest!

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  24. bonachichiAugust 21, 2009 at 9:51 AM

    Tina's probably running around the house like that Home Alone kid.

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  25. goldieAugust 21, 2009 at 10:11 AM

    Good Morning Hooters!

    Great blog iteach, I can really feel your love of teaching and those children are lucky to have you! I hope you have a great year.

    congrats on 1st tina~ and don't worry- you learn to LOVE them going out the door!

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZONA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Nananabooboo
    you are older than me today...:)

    Going up to the camper with the kids today, so have a great weekend everyone!

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  26. whabbearAugust 21, 2009 at 10:32 AM

    Sounds like fun, Goldie!

    Good morning, everybody, and Happy Birthday, Zona!!

    iteach: Go get 'em!!!!

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  27. night.owls.sbAugust 21, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    Tina! Happy 1.. LOL on your babies first day of school, I had to reread your comment (and the one below it), cause I am thinking.. Tina's kids are not five..

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  28. night.owls.sbAugust 21, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    Zona!!!! Happy Happy Birthday.. Its a special day Enjoy!!! ♥♥♥

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  29. night.owls.sbAugust 21, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    Whabby.. that was perfect..

    "iteach go get 'em"

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  30. night.owls.sbAugust 21, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    Iteach..

    Your kids are going to love you.. just as the rest of the world does..

    ♥♥

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  31. night.owls.sbAugust 21, 2009 at 10:39 AM

    School here in NJ/NY does not start till September 9.. so seeing all the comments about kids going back to school is strange for me.. I wonder why different areas/states have different school start times..

    Oh wait, doesn't it have to do with the weather? Oh no maybe that is not it..

    Does anyone know?

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  32. TinkatiaAugust 21, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Just rushing out but wanted to say to my very best friend --
    Happy, Happy, Happy Birthday Zona-My-Baby. Have fun today. Talk to you Sunday night.

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  33. Shirley(NCC-1701)August 21, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZONA!!!!!

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  34. MEK in AZAugust 21, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Happy Friday!!

    Good morning...
    my dogs let me sleep in until 8:30a.m. - I was SO excited about that.

    Tina - congrats on first.

    howdy to Tina, Lynn, Shirley, Bonacci, Goldie, Whabby, cpgem, Tinka and all who land...

    I hope everyone has an excellent day!
    :-)

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  35. MEK in AZAugust 21, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Zona - HAPPY 50th BIRTHDAY!!
    may all your wishes and dreams come true!!!

    :-)

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  36. MEK in AZAugust 21, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    Iteach - I loved your blog today. Those children are SO very lucky to have you for their teacher...

    Have a great school year...

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  37. sacBarbAugust 21, 2009 at 12:48 PM

    Happy Friday Owls.

    Jennifer, I agree with everyone who said 'your kids' are so lucky to have you as a teacher. Both my kids had excellent 2nd grade teachers and they still remember them.

    I always took the first day of school off work so I could be home when the kids came home from school. They were always so excited about the coming year and had so much to tell me. I loved it. Thanks for bringing that memory back to me.

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  38. sacBarbAugust 21, 2009 at 12:56 PM

    Zona,Happy Birthday to youooo ♫♪♪♪
    I hope you have an excellent day and all your birthday wishes come true. ♥♥♥♥♥

    Tina, Congrats on #1. I hope the twins have lots of good stuff to tell you when they get home.

    MEK, still no CTMH!!!!!!

    Lynn, Try to get some rest on the weekend.

    Waving wildly to all the other Owls. I am off to run errands. Hope to BBL. ♥♥♥

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  39. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 1:38 PM

    Good morning, HOoters.

    Tina and Tina Congrats on first today. We already know you are schizo. ;)

    Zona Very Happy Birthday to you!!!!!

    Jennifer Your enthusiasm is contagious. It must be so fun to be a kid in your class.

    Bonach LMAO @ Tina running around the house. What a visual!

    Waving a wing at Shirley, LynnD, Goldie, Bear, Carol, Tinka, MEK, and SacBarb.

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  40. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 1:55 PM

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  42. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Anybody out there?

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  43. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Tinka?

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  44. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Tina?

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  45. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 2:57 PM

    so....apparently I wasn't dressed properly for Zona's birthday!!!~

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  46. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 3:07 PM

    LynnD~ i LOVED that: Sweet with spice right behind it! ur a doll~

    Shirley~ How old did you say Zona is??? :)~

    Bonachichi~ HERE I AM!!! And unfortunately, no.....not running around the house....in fact, I just got home....many errands to run and a friend to visit with~

    Goldie~ lol@learning to love them going out the door....is it a sin to already enjoy that? Have fun with the kids~

    Good Morning Bear~ ...okay...so it's afternoon~

    Carol~ Sometimes they act like they're five!!! ijs~

    Good Afternoon Mek~ (i got the timing right this time!)

    Tinka~ I hope you have a lovely weekend~

    SacBarb~ I've NEVER thought about being home when they got home from their first day of school. I always took them and worked in the afternoon! I'm a little sad now! BUT......today I will be home and dinner will be made!~ :D

    Just Lin~ quit laughing at me! Everybody knows I pee my pants when I run! duh~ :)~

    Iteach~ I went to hubby's school today....met the new teacher I will be working for....it's so fun to see all the kids in their crisp uniforms and all excited! ....AND the one kid in the Vice-Principal's office....ALREADY!!! lol~ I'm so happy that you are excited....that's exactly what those kids need. My second grade teacher was AWESOME!!! I still see her at church when I'm in CA! My sister even taught with her for a couple of years~ You are a treasure~ (and I got it in the mail yesterday...ur so sweet!...I'll be there next weekend!) :D

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  47. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 3:08 PM

    ga!!!! I can't stand chatty people! :)~

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  48. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 3:55 PM

    omg! I can't stop laughing~ I had another makeover~ :D

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  49. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 4:04 PM

    Tina LOL @ your makeover. As for your previous post; it's a good thing I don't run because I already have to worry about the sudden sneeze or cough....ijs

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  50. whabbearAugust 21, 2009 at 4:12 PM

    Tina: No problem! Remember, time is relative! LOL!

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  51. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 4:15 PM

    bear~ i don't have time for my relatives....there are just too many of them~.....i run out of time~

    J/L~ running, coughing, sneezing, sudden tight hugs.....it's all the same!~ :|

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  52. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 4:30 PM

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  55. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 4:30 PM

    you should wear em'

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  63. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 4:32 PM

    aaahhh....

    pencil that in Sweet Shirley would ya?

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  64. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 4:33 PM

    iteach.... how many years you been teaching?

    Have you noticed which names are repeats year after year? And what was the strangest name of a child you have taught? well maybe not strange but different?

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  65. iteachAugust 21, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    I will soooooo be back later tonight, but I'm just overjoyed right now with excitement!!!!!!!!

    Dean was just offered today the job in town and the pay is exactly the same as the other one. Plus four weeks of vacation instead of two.

    There are other perks, but I'm just so excited that it finalllllly worked out for the one in town.

    Yahooooooooooooooooooooooo

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  66. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 6:30 PM

    YAY DEAN!!!!!!

    YAY JENNIFER!!!!!!

    YAY OWLS!!!!! ...cuz when jennifer is happy, everyone it happy~ :D

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  67. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 7:33 PM

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  68. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 7:35 PM

    YAY for Jennifer and Dean!!!! How perfect! You must both be soooo happy. That is just the best news.

    Tina If you're jumping up and down with excitement, please do it on the waterproof naughty mat....ijs

    That was my delete. I missed a word.

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  69. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 7:49 PM

    congrats to the iteach's~

    Waterproof naughty mat...lmao

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  70. LaniAugust 21, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    JENNIFER - I wish the very best for you & Dean & your children.

    I remember all of my teachers with appreciation. You are our outside of the home parents.

    EUNICE - Toad thinks you are beautiful.

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  71. bonachichiAugust 21, 2009 at 8:40 PM

    What good news for Jennifer iteach!!! I don't think it could have worked out better.

    I was hoping someone school-ish would explain summer vacation. Wasn't that started so farm kids could help out with the planting? Then like taxes, it just never went away?

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  72. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 9:02 PM

    Historians at Old Sturbridge Village, a living history museum that recreates an 1830s New England farming village, say not. According to the web site and schoolmistress there, farm children went to school from December to March and from mid-May to August. Adults and children alike helped with planting and harvesting in the spring and fall.

    Urban schools in the 1800s also lacked the long summer vacation modern Americans take for granted. Like working families today, new immigrant families needed a safe and affordable place for children to stay while parents worked. In large cities, children of parents who worked in factories, shops, or mills learned English and other subjects during an 11-month school year.

    ill look for more later~

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  73. Tina~in_utAugust 21, 2009 at 9:20 PM

    Happy 50th Anniversary, State of Hawaii~

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  74. UnknownAugust 21, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    Don't panic, it is me Mary/Mich!
    I don't feel like signing her out again! She forgets to do that and it confuses the shit out of me lol!!

    We are back in the U.S.A! We are back in Portland Oregon until Sunday.
    I tried to text on this blog, but every time the train hit a bump, my screen went bonkers!
    We had a great time in Vancouver. It is quite a mixture of cultures. I think I am going to have to get my sandals "retreaded" lol!!

    Jennifer, I want to be your student! A child can tell very quickly if a teacher is "into" them or not. I remember some of my teachers playing favorites and feeling sad about it. I was not permanently scarred by it though lol!! (don't ask Tina).

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  75. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    It is not a Happy celebration here today. The Sovereign Hawaiian people are protesting, the ones supporting indigenous rights are protesting, and the Iolani Palace is locked down and under guard.

    It's sad really~

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  76. UnknownAugust 21, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    Kgirl,I was just reading about that. I was wondering what your thoughts were on the "Independence" thing?

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  77. kahonugrlAugust 21, 2009 at 9:47 PM

    Jaimie?

    Well I am a transplant, but from what I have read and learned from Hawaiian people who we're young and here during the takeover where they imprisoned the queen in her own palace, I think they we're robbed just like the American Indians we're of their land and their sovereign rights.

    If it we're ever able to revert to a Sovereign Nation (highly doubtful) I would be honored to be able to stay here.

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  78. UnknownAugust 21, 2009 at 9:55 PM

    Kgirl, ok, I will change back to Mary/Mich lol!! After I get back from eating dinner........bbl!!

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  79. LaniAugust 21, 2009 at 10:06 PM

    ZONA - I haven't forgotten you. HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I hope you are having an enjoyable day with Mr. Zona.

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  80. bonachichiAugust 21, 2009 at 10:41 PM

    Whoa... Kgrl's the go-to woman for answers!! I am more than a little ashamed to not know anything about Hawaii's history. I think of it as part of Americana. School for me tonight! I'd love to see Kgrl write a blog about Hawaii!

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  81. iteachAugust 21, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    I'm baaaack, but not really, because I have to put the children to bed.

    Then I will read the three days of blogs I've missed!!!

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  82. BebbilaneAugust 21, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    Tina: Congrats on first.

    Carol: Love, love, love Mary Poppins. That is an awesome card!!
    I feel the same way about lipstick on a cup. Every morning when I take my vitamins I hate the lipstick on the glass...grrr..

    Iteach: Your blog is awesome. I love you attitude. What a lucky bunch of children to have you as their teacher! :) Wow.

    Okay going to read today's comments.

    Has anyone ever eaten at Five Guys Hamburgers? I had a mystery shop there today and I am so impressed. They truly have the best burgers and fries I have had in YEARS!! wow.

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  83. Just_LinAugust 21, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    Bebbi Isn't that where President Obama went for hamburgers a couple of months ago?

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  95. iteachAugust 21, 2009 at 11:42 PM

    Bona, I just read your "chip" blog and it was really good.

    I have encountered the "chip" on the shoulder attitude a lot with co-workers and parents at my school. I tend to want to please, but I have learned not to be a doormat & take the abuse.

    I also know I'm a sinner and I'm sure there has been times when I acted like I have a "chip" on my shoulder. I have always tried to learn from my negative behavior and try to do better.

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  96. iteachAugust 21, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    You know after reading it, it ddoesn't look right typed. But it all made sense in my head. lol

    I'll bbl with Whabby's blog.

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  97. BebbilaneAugust 21, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    J/L: I don't know but wow, they have good burgers. Almost as good as In and Out!

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  98. JodiAugust 22, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    JENNIFER - Your kids are so lucky to have you as a teacher!!! And I'm am so doing the happy dance for you and Dean!!! It is much deserved!!!

    ZONA - Happy 50th Laaaady!!! I hope you are enjoying your special day!!

    TINA - Thank you for the special email for my Dad!! It made him giggle today....especially needed, cuz he said he didn't feel like moving today. THANK YOU!!!

    Just got back from night one of my 25th Class Reunion. So fun....I can't wait for tomorrow night!!! Sorry for any typos...and I really don't care (tipsy blogging!!!)

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  99. iteachAugust 22, 2009 at 12:41 AM

    Okay Whabby, I read your blog and loved the visuale picture of the capsule . It reminded me of the MRI I had on my head last Sept.

    I don't get scared at all. In fact I like being in tight places. It relaxes me and I fall asleep. I slept during my MRI.

    I have no idea what is going to happen next week, but I hope I'm still in the capsule.

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  100. iteachAugust 22, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    Oops you called it a spacecraft and I called it a capsule. Sorry, :)

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  101. ZonaAugust 22, 2009 at 12:55 AM

    Hi Everyone!!

    We are having a big ol' scary thunderstorms here tonight..one just passed through and another one is coming this way. Eeeek!

    I wanted to thank everyone for the Happy Birthday wishes. I've had a really nice day...well until the storms hit anyway..looks like the swimming plans are on hold! :(

    CAROL: You are so right when you say birthdays seem even more special since being here in the nest..they really, really do.

    Thank you again everyone..you have all helped to make my 50th birthday wonderful! :)

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  102. Mary/MIAugust 22, 2009 at 12:56 AM

    Zona I hope it was a great day for you!

    Attention Kmart shoppers!
    Barbara is taking us on a site seeing tour tomorrow! Watch out Portland Oregon!! My Niece and I were not sure what to do tomorrow and bam! Bon sent us a message and suggested a ride into the mountains. We are so excited! I am pretty sure she is not an ax murderer lol!! ? :-)
    I will be sure to take pics!

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  103. whabbearAugust 22, 2009 at 1:32 AM

    OMG, Jennifer! As a matter of fact, next week you'll be leaving the capsule! :(

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  104. whabbearAugust 22, 2009 at 1:33 AM

    Mary: Whatever you do, don't let Barb show you where she works! You may not get out alive!

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  105. whabbearAugust 22, 2009 at 1:34 AM

    Zona: :| :) :D !!!

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  106. whabbearAugust 22, 2009 at 1:35 AM

    Jodi: Blog! Blog!

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  107. Tina~in_utAugust 22, 2009 at 1:35 AM

    Mary~ that's so cool~ Have fun with Barb~

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  108. Tina~in_utAugust 22, 2009 at 1:36 AM

    Bear~ do you want Jodi to write a blog? :)~

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  109. whabbearAugust 22, 2009 at 1:39 AM

    Tina: Time waits for no one... except maybe our relatives! LOL!

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  110. bonachichiAugust 22, 2009 at 1:56 AM

    Whab, you have a white arse.

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  111. bonachichiAugust 22, 2009 at 1:59 AM

    Oops. That's not Whab's. It's a stranger's arse. Nice. White but nice.

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  112. Just_LinAugust 22, 2009 at 3:57 AM

    Mary How fun to meet up with Barbara. I know you'll al have a great time.

    Jodi So glad you are enjoying your reunion. Party on!

    Good night, HOoters. Sweet dreams.

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  113. ZonaAugust 22, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    JENNIFER: You wrote a wonderful blog yesterday. Good teachers, like you are JENNIFER, helped us learn and grow and made such a strong impact on our lives when we were kids. I can remember the name of every homeroom teacher I ever had. I remember learning to read..to write..to add and multiply...and right beside me every step of the way was a wonderful man or woman who chose to teach me. I think of the patience and dedication it takes to help children learn..and it just makes me realize that being a teacher may be one of the most important jobs there is.

    Enjoy your new school year JENNIFER, I know the children lucky enough to have you for a teacher sure will.

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