I have noticed recently how ABC Family is not really centered around the family. I have thought this for awhile, but last night I was watching a movie on there and was very disappointed. Not only are their movies awful, but their original TV shows are too. The ones they create are full of stuff I would NOT want my children to watch. I remember a time when TGIF on ABC had shows like "The Dinosaurs" and "Family Matters." I don't think they have TGIF anymore, but I wonder what shows would be playing if they did.
That's all I have to say about that.
Now onto more important things. Yesterday I taught my first lesson. I was in charge of twenty three 8th graders. When I started off the lesson, I told them we were going to play a game. One of the girls in the class said "We like her already!" I liked hearing that. At the end, my cooperating teacher said I did a very very good job. She was impressed with all the stuff I had for them, which included a game, partner activity, explanations of certain things, and a worksheet. It was a lot to cover, but I tend to go through things really fast. For a couple of years, I was a group leader at the church camp I went to and everytime I had to do the Bible study, I would run through stuff really quick. I don't mean to. I guess I get excited about everything and want to get through it and not run out of time.
I didn't realize this, but Sunday is April Fool's. I'm trying to think of some good things to pull that day.
3-2-1 Blast OFF!
Friday, March 30, 2007
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Help Me
This is a desperate plea. If you were to ever post a comment on a post, this would be it. I need help.
In one of my classes, we're supposed to do this writing assignment. She emailed some of us the start of a story, gave us so many words we HAVE to use, and then we send it off to someone else and they add on. Well, my story is about Rowdy Red Hawk ( I guess that's SEMO' s mascot) and him having some fun. I have added a bunch and used most of my words, but there are some words that I have no idea what they mean and the dictionaries on the computer are not helping. So maybe you can help. What in the world does concept development mean? How would you put that in a sentence? I have an idea, but I don't want to put it wrong in the story. We are reading them in class and I don't want everyone to think I have no idea what something means. We have to fake them out and let them think I know what I'm talking about.
Also, what is the difference between affective and effective? Once you answer that question, how would you put affective into a sentence? I think the way I want to put the sentence, it should be effective. I don't know...I have no clue.
I also just realized that maybe I should know the mascot to the school I'm going to. I'm as bad as Bill. He didn't know which buildings were which when he was giving a tour, but I have only been to the SEMO campus once and that was a long long time ago.
Tomorrow... I teach a group of 8th graders.
Today.... I'm a little scared.
I am also ready to do it. I am very prepared and I have alot to cover. That means if I rush through some of the stuff and get them finished quicker than what I want, I have extra stuff to pull out if I need to. I was going to post a picture of my bulletin board I had to put together, but there are different reasons that have hindered my picture posting:
1. I don't know how
2. The computer that I am at doesn't allow me to take pictures off of my camera and put them on the computer.
Oh yes, most of my story revolves around Rowdy Red Hawk meeting some of the Disney characters. I know the rest of my group will appreciate that. Matt is in my group (insert evil laugh here). Oh the fun of it all!
3-2-1 Blast Off!
In one of my classes, we're supposed to do this writing assignment. She emailed some of us the start of a story, gave us so many words we HAVE to use, and then we send it off to someone else and they add on. Well, my story is about Rowdy Red Hawk ( I guess that's SEMO' s mascot) and him having some fun. I have added a bunch and used most of my words, but there are some words that I have no idea what they mean and the dictionaries on the computer are not helping. So maybe you can help. What in the world does concept development mean? How would you put that in a sentence? I have an idea, but I don't want to put it wrong in the story. We are reading them in class and I don't want everyone to think I have no idea what something means. We have to fake them out and let them think I know what I'm talking about.
Also, what is the difference between affective and effective? Once you answer that question, how would you put affective into a sentence? I think the way I want to put the sentence, it should be effective. I don't know...I have no clue.
I also just realized that maybe I should know the mascot to the school I'm going to. I'm as bad as Bill. He didn't know which buildings were which when he was giving a tour, but I have only been to the SEMO campus once and that was a long long time ago.
Tomorrow... I teach a group of 8th graders.
Today.... I'm a little scared.
I am also ready to do it. I am very prepared and I have alot to cover. That means if I rush through some of the stuff and get them finished quicker than what I want, I have extra stuff to pull out if I need to. I was going to post a picture of my bulletin board I had to put together, but there are different reasons that have hindered my picture posting:
1. I don't know how
2. The computer that I am at doesn't allow me to take pictures off of my camera and put them on the computer.
Oh yes, most of my story revolves around Rowdy Red Hawk meeting some of the Disney characters. I know the rest of my group will appreciate that. Matt is in my group (insert evil laugh here). Oh the fun of it all!
3-2-1 Blast Off!
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Welcome Spring
We are four days into Spring and I am still feeling the wrath of allergies. It all started last Friday, and then it didn't help that it SNOWED on Saturday. I was up in St. Louis, eating lunch, and I look out the window and see huge flakes falling to the ground. What a wonderful way to start Spring Break. I should have known right then that I was going to get sick. How many Spring Break's start with a snowfall? At least I wasn't with Matt, Gary, and Michael. They were camping in the woods when the snow started to fall on them. I fought off the sickness until Wednesday, then I had to go home from work. The weather has been beautiful, but I have been stuck in my bed-sniffling, coughing, sneezing, and anything else you get during allergy season. But today, I have been out and about, enjoying this beautiful weather! I'm so happy it's not snowing today.
I am very thankful for this Spring Break. I have had alot of homework to finish, but at least I haven't had to go to Poplar Bluff. Plus, this means we are on the downhill strech to the end.
Nothing really intersting has happened this week, but like I said, most of the week I have been stuck at home. At least I did not have a big black snake in my room like a good friend of mine. SCARY!
3-2-1 Blast Off!
I am very thankful for this Spring Break. I have had alot of homework to finish, but at least I haven't had to go to Poplar Bluff. Plus, this means we are on the downhill strech to the end.
Nothing really intersting has happened this week, but like I said, most of the week I have been stuck at home. At least I did not have a big black snake in my room like a good friend of mine. SCARY!
3-2-1 Blast Off!
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Our Limerick
Tonight in class, she asked us to break into groups and make up limericks. I wanted to share the one my group made:
We started block 2 on a roll,
But it seems like we're digging a hole
This semester's a bummer
We're ready for summer
Let us out early and go!
Ta-da! 3-2-1 Blast Off!
We started block 2 on a roll,
But it seems like we're digging a hole
This semester's a bummer
We're ready for summer
Let us out early and go!
Ta-da! 3-2-1 Blast Off!
Monday, March 12, 2007
Without Him I Could Do Nothing
Yesterday, in church, we had some extra mintues while waiting for the projector to come on. Ruth asked us to stand and say how great God is to you (or something along those lines). Being the public speaker I am (note sarcastic tone in writing) I popped up. I do not normally do something like that because I get all flustered and who knows what comes flying out of my mouth. I said I would like to thank God for my Spring Break coming up next week. I should have added more to that, but I forgot because I am not very comfortable standing up in front of everyone.
Anyways, onto the point of this post. I also wanted to add that I'm glad I have a God that realizes we all need a break. Whether it be from classes or work. I know he would not put something on my plate He feels I could not handle. Even though this semester has had more downs than ups, I am thankful I have had the opportunity to get to know my fellow classmates and be one step closer to graduating. Without Him I could not do this.
Today at work I looked at my little Doniphan Police Departement calander and counted up how many more weeks I have left this semester. Only 8 for SEMO and 9 for TRCC. The wonderful, fabulous, great thing about that is-all my classes are one night a week. That means I only have 8 more classes. I like looking at it that way.
I also wanted to add the weather is beautiful here in parly sunny/partly cloudy Doniphan. According to weather.com, the high today is supposed to reach 74 degrees. Billy was asking me yesterday what Matt is doing this week because he wants to get his boat on the river. I love it! This weather is just great and I cannot wait until until next week when I can go really go out and enjoy it. I'm going to try and talk Matt into going on a 4-wheeler ride or something along those lines.
Have a great Monday! 3-2-1 Blast Off!
Anyways, onto the point of this post. I also wanted to add that I'm glad I have a God that realizes we all need a break. Whether it be from classes or work. I know he would not put something on my plate He feels I could not handle. Even though this semester has had more downs than ups, I am thankful I have had the opportunity to get to know my fellow classmates and be one step closer to graduating. Without Him I could not do this.
Today at work I looked at my little Doniphan Police Departement calander and counted up how many more weeks I have left this semester. Only 8 for SEMO and 9 for TRCC. The wonderful, fabulous, great thing about that is-all my classes are one night a week. That means I only have 8 more classes. I like looking at it that way.
I also wanted to add the weather is beautiful here in parly sunny/partly cloudy Doniphan. According to weather.com, the high today is supposed to reach 74 degrees. Billy was asking me yesterday what Matt is doing this week because he wants to get his boat on the river. I love it! This weather is just great and I cannot wait until until next week when I can go really go out and enjoy it. I'm going to try and talk Matt into going on a 4-wheeler ride or something along those lines.
Have a great Monday! 3-2-1 Blast Off!
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
Graduation
It is so weird to see this group of seniors graduate from school this year. Not only does this class include such fine individuals as my sister and Matt's brother, but also kids I have known for years and years. This is also the group of students that were freshmen when I was a senior. It is hard to believe three years has flown by so quickly.
Before we know it, I will be accepting my diploma for four hard years at the college level. Yesterday Matt and I went to talk with our college advisor for SEMO. This meeting was for our fall classes and what we will be enrolling in. One of the lines she said that stuck in my mind the most was "Laura, after this fall, you will be finished with regular classroom classes." I was so excited to hear those words! Next spring, all I will have to worry about is student teaching. I won't have to go to a class, worry about homework, or take any tests. She was also telling us about some other things we will need to take care of in order to graduate. We have to take a few tests in the fall, go to an orientation for student teaching, and then we will be applying for our diploma. I will have a busy summer full of classes, but it will be worth it next spring.
Even though this is a few months early, I would like to say congratulations to Jenn (sister), Michael (Matt's brother), Jenn Hop (a wonderful senior I have gotten to know over the past few years), and all those other rugrats who are ready to accept their diplomas from high school.
Graduation...what a great word.
Before we know it, I will be accepting my diploma for four hard years at the college level. Yesterday Matt and I went to talk with our college advisor for SEMO. This meeting was for our fall classes and what we will be enrolling in. One of the lines she said that stuck in my mind the most was "Laura, after this fall, you will be finished with regular classroom classes." I was so excited to hear those words! Next spring, all I will have to worry about is student teaching. I won't have to go to a class, worry about homework, or take any tests. She was also telling us about some other things we will need to take care of in order to graduate. We have to take a few tests in the fall, go to an orientation for student teaching, and then we will be applying for our diploma. I will have a busy summer full of classes, but it will be worth it next spring.
Even though this is a few months early, I would like to say congratulations to Jenn (sister), Michael (Matt's brother), Jenn Hop (a wonderful senior I have gotten to know over the past few years), and all those other rugrats who are ready to accept their diplomas from high school.
Graduation...what a great word.
Monday, March 5, 2007
It's a Sunshine Day...
Today I started out in a sweater and a button up shirt underneath. I was comfortable, but luckily it was not needed later in the day. When I left work this afternoon, I was able to change into a tee shirt! I love this weather! The other day, Matt and I were talking about our favorite seasons. Mine is spring and fall. Why? Well Spring is right after Winter (duh, you say). Even though Winter consists of Christmas, by the time March rolls around I am ready for the flowers to bloom and to bust out the short sleeve shirts. Fall is the same way. By the time summer is over with, I am ready for the temperatures to cool down.
Last night I was also realizing just how quickly this semseter is going. Even though I have been complaining about the homework, the time is passing by. Soon Matt and I will be putting his new boat (old one caught on fire) in the river. I have classes this summer, but I am also ready to enjoy Current River with my boyfriend and other river rats.
I am very thankful for the good time we had this weekend. I enjoyed Saturday so much! Even though my team did not win (Thanks Laurie) I had a wonderful time. Things went so smoothly this year. I know God is going to bless the Mission Team when they head back to Mexico. The softball tournament that takes place in a few weeks will be successful and full of good times. I will not be playing in the tournament, but I will be there to support my friends.
This blog did not have one main point, just lots of things that have passed through my head over the past few minutes. 3-2-1 Blast Off!
Last night I was also realizing just how quickly this semseter is going. Even though I have been complaining about the homework, the time is passing by. Soon Matt and I will be putting his new boat (old one caught on fire) in the river. I have classes this summer, but I am also ready to enjoy Current River with my boyfriend and other river rats.
I am very thankful for the good time we had this weekend. I enjoyed Saturday so much! Even though my team did not win (Thanks Laurie) I had a wonderful time. Things went so smoothly this year. I know God is going to bless the Mission Team when they head back to Mexico. The softball tournament that takes place in a few weeks will be successful and full of good times. I will not be playing in the tournament, but I will be there to support my friends.
This blog did not have one main point, just lots of things that have passed through my head over the past few minutes. 3-2-1 Blast Off!
Friday, March 2, 2007
Ready for Tomorrow!
I am really excited about tomorrow. Even though we just finished playing the church league season, I am ready for the tournament. This is the one good thing I have been looking forward to this week! With everything else going on, I'm ready to just play for the day.
Homework Status Report: Matt and I have worked almost every night this week. Minus last night because of American Idol results. :) Homework cannot come before American Idol results show. Anyways, tonight will be study guide finishing and test taking. We are slowly making our way through this mountain of things to do, but the light at the end of the tunnel is getting closer. I would like to take this time to thank those of you who have remembered us. I would also like to say I am remembering those of you who are in the same boat. I would also like to say that even though I have lots of homework, you do not have to worry that I will make a bomb threat on SEMO.
Brain Teaser time:
You are stuck in the room with some really short leprechauns. They are really loud and annoying! Bob is 2'5", Barry is 2'2", Brad is 2'5", and Bryan is 2'1", and Brittany is 2'1". Who is the tallest?
I'm in a zoo
But not in a jungle
I rairly come in pairs
But I'm in every puzzle
Some think I'm in xylophone
But, I most certainly am not
You don't see me with a loan
But very strangely within a zealot
I'm in the magical prison of Azkaban
Well, can't you see?
I'm in the buzz of a fan
But, my oh my, what could I be?
Good luck! I will see most of you tomorrow! 3-2-1 Blast Off!
Homework Status Report: Matt and I have worked almost every night this week. Minus last night because of American Idol results. :) Homework cannot come before American Idol results show. Anyways, tonight will be study guide finishing and test taking. We are slowly making our way through this mountain of things to do, but the light at the end of the tunnel is getting closer. I would like to take this time to thank those of you who have remembered us. I would also like to say I am remembering those of you who are in the same boat. I would also like to say that even though I have lots of homework, you do not have to worry that I will make a bomb threat on SEMO.
Brain Teaser time:
You are stuck in the room with some really short leprechauns. They are really loud and annoying! Bob is 2'5", Barry is 2'2", Brad is 2'5", and Bryan is 2'1", and Brittany is 2'1". Who is the tallest?
I'm in a zoo
But not in a jungle
I rairly come in pairs
But I'm in every puzzle
Some think I'm in xylophone
But, I most certainly am not
You don't see me with a loan
But very strangely within a zealot
I'm in the magical prison of Azkaban
Well, can't you see?
I'm in the buzz of a fan
But, my oh my, what could I be?
Good luck! I will see most of you tomorrow! 3-2-1 Blast Off!
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