Well, we all knew it was bound to happen...
http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,2079800,00.html?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pulsenews>
Librarians everywhere are crying. The dewey decimal system is useless.
--Not sure why I couldn't get my link to insert, oh well, I'm sure you know how to cut and paste.--
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Monday, July 11, 2011
The light at the end of the tunnel is drawing near...
I'm not sure if I mentioned this in my last post, but I have poison ivy. Well, I've been struggling with it for over a week. I ended up going to the doctor last week and was prescribed Prednisone. The medicine is a miracle-worker. It sped up the healing time and now I'm almost poison ivy free! However, it has caused some severe insomnia. On the first night, I don't remember having any trouble getting to sleep, but on the second day I slept for about 2 1/2 hours tops...and that was after a busy night waitressing. I've never had problems getting to sleep after waitressing. After that night I realized that I had to pair my last dose with some Benadryl, so I would be able to sleep. I haven't had any additional problems, so that's good. This was the first time I had an allergic reaction to poison ivy. I swore up and down that I was immune to it, I guess I was wrong, or else my body has weakened it's immune system...I mean, I am almost 27. I hear It's about time for the body to start falling apart. :(
I just registered for my last class at Ashland University. I was actually registered to take it my first semester at Ashland and I had to drop it because it seemed to difficult, and I didn't really like the professor's personality. Turns out, she is the only professor that teaches the course. Yay, for me. It's been three years, you think they would have gotten at least one other teacher to teach it. I do have three more years of knowledge in my brain, so yeah, it should be a breeze...right?
Speaking of Ashland, my new summer course starts today. I'm not looking forward to it at all. I know, that's terrible, but it's Contemporary Issues in Education. I hear that it's a debate course, and if you know anything about me at all, you know that I am not one to debate issues. I hope I am passionate about some topics in the course, or else I'm screwed. It's difficult to debate something that you are not passionate about. That's what I get for being so apathetic about things...
Well, it's time for me to get ready for class. Wish me luck! Ugh...
BTW: I calculated how much money I am wasting driving to the Ashland campus three days a week and it's roughly $30.00 a week depending on how much gas is at the time. It's ludicrous! :(
I just registered for my last class at Ashland University. I was actually registered to take it my first semester at Ashland and I had to drop it because it seemed to difficult, and I didn't really like the professor's personality. Turns out, she is the only professor that teaches the course. Yay, for me. It's been three years, you think they would have gotten at least one other teacher to teach it. I do have three more years of knowledge in my brain, so yeah, it should be a breeze...right?
Speaking of Ashland, my new summer course starts today. I'm not looking forward to it at all. I know, that's terrible, but it's Contemporary Issues in Education. I hear that it's a debate course, and if you know anything about me at all, you know that I am not one to debate issues. I hope I am passionate about some topics in the course, or else I'm screwed. It's difficult to debate something that you are not passionate about. That's what I get for being so apathetic about things...
Well, it's time for me to get ready for class. Wish me luck! Ugh...
BTW: I calculated how much money I am wasting driving to the Ashland campus three days a week and it's roughly $30.00 a week depending on how much gas is at the time. It's ludicrous! :(
Friday, July 8, 2011
Summer Vacation?
Where have the weeks gone? Seriously, it's almost the middle of July!
I have enjoyed my time off from teaching immensely! Not that I don't enjoy my job, I do, but I needed a break! So, what have I been up to for the past couple of months? A lot, but apparently not anything important enough to make it on this blog. This summer has been a blur. I've been keeping myself busy with the Madison County Arts Council musical Brigadoon. I don't have a major part, but I'm in almost every singing and dancing number. It has been enjoyable. I have practice every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evening from 6:30-9:30. I tutor a student in my class Mon. - Thurs. from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and I'm taking classes at Ashland Mon.-Wednesday 1:15 - 4:45. And, of course, I still have my Friday evening waitressing job at Todd's Pizza. Yikes...I need a vacaction...oh yeah, this is technically my vacation. Crap!
It seems like I find myself writing on here when I'm avoiding something I really should be doing. In this case, it's my Qualitative Research paper. It's due tomorrow evening. The research question: "What do teachers perceive to be effective strategies to help students who procrastinate?" Apparently, I have learned nothing. I better get my act together! I only have 2 classes left and I'll have my Master's Degree! It's hard to believe I have made it this far...
I've been watching a lot of movies on Netflix. It's my new best friend. I can't afford cable and even if I could I don't think I would have it because Netflix is far superior. I've been watching a lot of Independent films and movies that I have never heard of. I feel like I'm becoming a "well-rounded" movie connoisseur. You're jealous, I know.
Well, I gotta get off here and take a shower. It's important that I shower before waitressing, so that I can instantly smell like grease and failure in a matter of minutes. Oh yeah, and tonight I have to wear a long-sleeved shirt because I have poison ivy on both arms. FML
'Til we meet again or until I need to procrastinate,
Wendy
I have enjoyed my time off from teaching immensely! Not that I don't enjoy my job, I do, but I needed a break! So, what have I been up to for the past couple of months? A lot, but apparently not anything important enough to make it on this blog. This summer has been a blur. I've been keeping myself busy with the Madison County Arts Council musical Brigadoon. I don't have a major part, but I'm in almost every singing and dancing number. It has been enjoyable. I have practice every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evening from 6:30-9:30. I tutor a student in my class Mon. - Thurs. from 9:00 am to 11:00 am and I'm taking classes at Ashland Mon.-Wednesday 1:15 - 4:45. And, of course, I still have my Friday evening waitressing job at Todd's Pizza. Yikes...I need a vacaction...oh yeah, this is technically my vacation. Crap!
It seems like I find myself writing on here when I'm avoiding something I really should be doing. In this case, it's my Qualitative Research paper. It's due tomorrow evening. The research question: "What do teachers perceive to be effective strategies to help students who procrastinate?" Apparently, I have learned nothing. I better get my act together! I only have 2 classes left and I'll have my Master's Degree! It's hard to believe I have made it this far...
I've been watching a lot of movies on Netflix. It's my new best friend. I can't afford cable and even if I could I don't think I would have it because Netflix is far superior. I've been watching a lot of Independent films and movies that I have never heard of. I feel like I'm becoming a "well-rounded" movie connoisseur. You're jealous, I know.
Well, I gotta get off here and take a shower. It's important that I shower before waitressing, so that I can instantly smell like grease and failure in a matter of minutes. Oh yeah, and tonight I have to wear a long-sleeved shirt because I have poison ivy on both arms. FML
'Til we meet again or until I need to procrastinate,
Wendy
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Epic Failure
Well, there goes my 2011 resolution. It's been an entire month since I've updated and although there has been plenty to write about I just can't find the time to do it. I'm over the hump in my 521 Curriculum class. This semester has gone by fairly quickly! I grown to love writing in APA form...well, not love....how about **accept**. I am confident that I will have very few problems writing my thesis. ::fingers crossed::
Happenings:
1) Bought an iPad with a gift card given to me from a parent in my classroom. I use it in the classroom with my students and it's amazing! I would NEVER purchase one, but since it was a gift I am more than welcome to accept it into my life. The possibilities are endless.
2) I've wasted more of my life than I am willing to admit playing Call of Duty Black Ops Zombies with the boys. I'm better than I was when I started, but none of us can honestly say we are getting anywhere. Alas, we continue to waste our lives playing until the wee hours of the night.
3) Trivial Pursuit "Bet You Know It" has been a great way to keep our minds off of the zombies, but it also makes us angry.
4) Alternate Assessments are DONE!
5) I've been taking piano lessons at the WJUMC. I practice on our new Baby Grand piano. I'm not good, but I'm learning proper technique.
6) Spring break will start the last week of this month. I'm more than happy to have a week off. :) Yay, for being a teacher.
7) I still can't write about anything important.
I'm planning to play tennis tomorrow with Nate and Aaron. I'm sure I will get brutally beaten as usual. It's still fun!
I continue to follow the coverage of the devastation in Japan. I wish there was more I could do. It breaks my heart to see the people of Japan suffering. It's tragic. However, I know that they are strong-willed individuals and they will overcome. I will continue to keep them and all families affected in surrounding areas around the world in my prayers.
Going to bed early tonight.
<3 Nite
Happenings:
1) Bought an iPad with a gift card given to me from a parent in my classroom. I use it in the classroom with my students and it's amazing! I would NEVER purchase one, but since it was a gift I am more than welcome to accept it into my life. The possibilities are endless.
2) I've wasted more of my life than I am willing to admit playing Call of Duty Black Ops Zombies with the boys. I'm better than I was when I started, but none of us can honestly say we are getting anywhere. Alas, we continue to waste our lives playing until the wee hours of the night.
3) Trivial Pursuit "Bet You Know It" has been a great way to keep our minds off of the zombies, but it also makes us angry.
4) Alternate Assessments are DONE!
5) I've been taking piano lessons at the WJUMC. I practice on our new Baby Grand piano. I'm not good, but I'm learning proper technique.
6) Spring break will start the last week of this month. I'm more than happy to have a week off. :) Yay, for being a teacher.
7) I still can't write about anything important.
I'm planning to play tennis tomorrow with Nate and Aaron. I'm sure I will get brutally beaten as usual. It's still fun!
I continue to follow the coverage of the devastation in Japan. I wish there was more I could do. It breaks my heart to see the people of Japan suffering. It's tragic. However, I know that they are strong-willed individuals and they will overcome. I will continue to keep them and all families affected in surrounding areas around the world in my prayers.
Going to bed early tonight.
<3 Nite
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
In bed.,.
I'm updating my blog from my bed with my iPhone.
Simply amazing...
I'll write more later; I should really be getting to bed.
Happy Valentine's Day!
<3 Wendy
Simply amazing...
I'll write more later; I should really be getting to bed.
Happy Valentine's Day!
<3 Wendy
Saturday, February 5, 2011
You be crazy, IKEA!
Have you ever tried to order from IKEA.com? Yeah, me either...and this is why.
Delivery method:Truck (your local delivery carrier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date.)
Estimated* delivery date:2/23/11
* Please note that this is not the actual delivery date, some areas may take longer due to the regularity of deliveries to your area. Our system calculates this estimated date considering the total amount of time to process your order including: packaging, transit time to the delivery provider, and transit time to the delivery address.
Important - Read our Delivery Terms, Conditions and Cancellation Policy.
Subtotal$69.99
Delivery Cost $349.00
Order Total excl. taxes $418.99
Taxes$28.28
Total cost of order
incl. shipping and taxes$447.27
Yeah, that's right folks. It costs $349.00 to ship a bookshelf. I think I better begin planning another trip to IKEA. Even with gas prices climbing past $3.00 I think I will still save money if I go pick it up at the store.
Pure craziness....
Delivery method:Truck (your local delivery carrier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date.)
Estimated* delivery date:2/23/11
* Please note that this is not the actual delivery date, some areas may take longer due to the regularity of deliveries to your area. Our system calculates this estimated date considering the total amount of time to process your order including: packaging, transit time to the delivery provider, and transit time to the delivery address.
Important - Read our Delivery Terms, Conditions and Cancellation Policy.
Subtotal$69.99
Delivery Cost $349.00
Order Total excl. taxes $418.99
Taxes$28.28
Total cost of order
incl. shipping and taxes$447.27
Yeah, that's right folks. It costs $349.00 to ship a bookshelf. I think I better begin planning another trip to IKEA. Even with gas prices climbing past $3.00 I think I will still save money if I go pick it up at the store.
Pure craziness....
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Horray!
I did it...I just ordered the iPhone 4. I'm a little nervous because there were some technical difficulties, which I will share at a later time. I gotta get back to bed now.
<3
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