1. Today, my work friendys and I are flyering the neighborhood in which our school resides. I’m super excited to go into the buildings of our students all voyeuristic-like. Oh, yeah. And to spread the good word about our school. That too.
The stories (and sounds) that come out of the projects are pretty staggering - [...]
Tonight, the city pauses for its first snowfall of the year.
Six inches are expected and, for me, that means it is the perfect night to stay in. Though I will say that I’m astonished at the temps back home and how uncomfortably low they are, people in New York are taken aback whenever I complain [...]
Student: “Do you know what would be great?”
Me: “What?”
Student: “If I had twin boys someday and named one Michael and the other one Jackson.”
I’ve never in my life met a group of people who adore Michael Jackson more than my 5th and 6th graders collectively do. And that’s coming from a true MJ-appreciator.
I’m sitting on the couch in my apartment, wrapped in a plush blanket and watching the Twins. I’m such a fair-weather fan; I only watch when they’re on the brink of something exciting.
But, the joy of it is all part of another weekend in New York. Weekends are very important here. Not for rest and [...]
Though I used to don a pair of heels to work, I was forced to jump ship after the 2nd day. I’ve been wearing flats ever since, but my toes are still slightly swollen. What gives?
Remember that “Oooh, feels good to be challenged” post? I’m over it. It sucks to lose that comfortable feeling and [...]
A new school year.
Freshly sharpened pencils? Check.
New book bag? Check?
School crush?
Also, check.
I was all set to elaborate on the pros/cons of my New-Situation-Crush. (I always end up with one of those.) But then this weekend happened.
And I think I’m over it.
Let’s rewind.
Tony is cute. He’s Italian (and therefore dark-skinned) and a pretty smart guy. He’s [...]
I clipped my nails as short as is healthy and safe (and still cute) in recent days. I know this city is as dirty as advertised not by a scan of the streets and avenues (Okay, well. Not JUST by a scan of the streets and avenues.) but by the amount of dirt that would [...]
Almost done decorating my bedroom…
The headboard still seems out of place, but… eh.
I decided that the painting is my Fa Mulan, warrior woman. To give strength. And to justify the purchase.
I’m pretty sure I can hear her singing, “Whooo is that girl Iiiii see? Staring straight back at me. When will my reflection show who [...]
I have learned a lot about the nature of people in the last few months.
In fact, I believe I can confidently categorize all human life into various groups based solely on their reactions to…
the move.
It’s like I’m a soothsayer.
Here’s the secret: It’s not about how supportive or unsupportive the person is in general or even [...]
Each February, when the Northern chill can still penetrate even the most winterized of wardrobes, I begin to look forward to SUMMERTIME. Now, I am sure that every living being on this planet looks forward to this glorious season that injects light back into our malnourished souls.
But.
Bear in mind: I am a teacher.
You thought you [...]