Today was not too bad at all. It started out with a teacher appreciation breakfast. Of course, I had already eaten breakfast before I came, but did eat a stripple (vege bacon) and a chocolate donut (couldn't resist!) and drink some OJ. During chapel we were all recognized, and given a sweet card that our kids had each signed, as well as a $10 Walmart Gift Card. That was pretty nice of them. No really big incidents today as far as behavior goes. S.S. went okay - did move a few kids here and there, but for the most part it was better than it has been.

Science I had them on the rug. There were three main people who just would not stop goofing off, but for the most part, the rest of the class was involved in our discussion. Well, when Science was over, I dismissed those who had been making good choices to choose a Center activity. Those who remained were sent to their seat with their heads down. One of my little girls (the one who threw up yesterday) was one of the ones I had to sit with her head down. She burst out into tears. After the others were seated, I explained to her that while she *had* made good choice through *most* of the class time, that she and another little girl had made some not so good choices several times. Most of the times the other girl was the instigator, but she did start it a few times. None of the 5 who were sent to their seat dared to make a peep or raise their head till I dismissed them. Two of them (M was one) sat there almost the whole Center time (~15 min) because they had caused the most ruckus.

After school, three of my colleagues and I headed out to our meeting 10 minutes before 4. Nearly TWO HOURS later, we finally made it to our meeting (50 minutes late!) We had gotten stuck in a traffic accident bottleneck for about 45 or 50 minutes. We were joking that maybe we could just skip out on the meeting. Luckily there was still some food left when we got there, cuz I was one hungry lady!

During the meeting somehow a fire alarm got set off. It was kind of funny seeing about 50 or 60 teachers all pushing their chairs out and starting to jump up, but not really sure what to do. Most people stayed at their seats - I did too, but felt really weird sitting there with a fire alarm clanging *loudly*. It turned out to be a false alarm, but of course the fd had to check it out. A couple of really cute firemen walked through where we were. That was probably the most exciting end-of year meeting in a while.

One announcement that made me *really* *really* glad that I'm NOT coming back next year is that they are adopting a Phonics "program" i.e. workbooks!! I really thought that with the new Reading program they would be adopting the year after next, that they were going to shy away from workbooks - and use *real* learning for Phonics. I'm glad I don't have to try to fight that battle.

ARGHH!!! I am SO annoyed! This morning before I left for work I set my VCR to record LOST. I even put in a brand new video tape. ------It didn't get recorded!!!---------- I so wanted to cry when I realized that. I really wish I knew what I was doing wrong, because sometimes it will record, and sometimes it won't, and I do the same thing every time. Frustration!

Oh wow! I almost forgot! Yesterday I asked a colleague of mine if he'd download some songs for me since I can't seem to download songs on my computer. He said he'd be happy to do that. Well, guess what he had for me this morning?? A CD with the songs on it!!!!! What a nice guy, too bad he's married. just kidding

Guess who called me last night, just as I was about to shut down my computer?? Scott!! He had gotten out of class early. We talked for nearly an hour. Then again tonight, he sent me a short email during a class break. I'm really really trying not to read too much into all of this, but it's getting more and more difficult with each email and phone call.

Goals for today:
Do 8 minutes in the Morning weight-lifting routine -- No
Do 1-mile video tape in the morning. --- No
Do a 30-minute walk after school. -- No - went straight from work to meeting.
No eating or soda after 7 p.m. -- Done
Lots of water. -- sort of
Get papers graded and sorted and ready to send home! -- Nope -Had NO time

Spending Log: NONE

Keeping It Frugal in Texas,
Laura!