You Know You’re an Elem.Ed. Teacher When…

You get grammar songs stuck in your head. Overnight. You arrive at work in the dark, and leave in the dark, and are still taking grading home. Eating alone is a privilege. You carry your phone in your pocket as much as possible because it counts your steps and that's the most exercise you're ever…

November 2nd

My best friend is moving away. He really needs to get out of here, there's no denying that. He's been stuck here far too long, and (probably) nothing could be better for him right now than getting out of dodge. So I'm really happy for him. Adios, Florida. Minnesota is gonna be so lovely this…

Whirlwind

Sometimes life is a whirlwind. The things that come into your life or speed out of your life can sometimes spin you right around with their speed. It's like Dorothy said, "people come and go so quickly here!" But it's not just people, it's everything. It's life. I like to write about all of the…