My students are smart cookies. That's what I say at least 5 times each day. Yesterday was no exception. This week's unit is "Neighborhoods" and we were talking about what kinds of places are in our neighborhood. Here was one of the exchanges:
"Mrs. Aragon, we have factories in our neighborhood."
Not being able to think of any factories close by, I asked for more information.
"We saw one on the way to our field trip. A factory. A CLOUD factory!"
"Really," I said. "How did you know what kind of factory it was?"
"Mrs. Aragon," he said disappointing. "I knew it was a cloud factory because I could see the clouds coming out the top. Its what they make there."
Cute, huh?
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
For Better or For Worse
I've been married to the delectable TJ Aragon for some time now. 7 years, 2 months, and 2 days to be exact. I have know my husband since before he could drive, when he still had a bowl cut, before he had chest hair, for heaven's sake. He does have chest hair now, and I completely hate it. Yuck-ola! And most days, we are kind, caring, and loving to one another. We really like each other. But sometimes, there are the "for worse" days. Those days when, well, one of us isn't exactly at our best. And you just have to love the other "for better or for worse."
I have been on a "for worse" stint for quite some time now. If you are friends with me on Facebook, you've seen the rumblings that occured over the weekend. And last night, I was finished. Finished, put a fork in me, done. Families, friends, work, but also frusturated because I couldn't pinpoint an exact thing that was making me feel that way to "fix." So I asked my fix-it man what to do. I'm sure he thought it was one of those "does this make me look fat" trick questions, so he didn't divulge much information.
When we went to bed, I broke down. Crying the "make your face ugly" cry. I was so stressed and I knew that today TJ was going to be at work and I wouldn't get the chance to get it all out, get a hug and a kiss from him. TJ tried to make me feel better by saying kind, inspirational kind of things. Then he did it.... I was laying there waiting for him to say something wonderful and...... SNORE! He was snoring! Fell smack dab asleep in the middle of my breakdown. How dare he? I was astonished, shocked, and outraged, people! So outraged I just rolled right over and went to sleep myself. I thought about waking him up with a good ole fashioned kick hug, but I figure if he can love me through my "for worse" week, I'll cut him some slack.
Just don't make a habit out of it, sir. Or you will pay dearly.
I have been on a "for worse" stint for quite some time now. If you are friends with me on Facebook, you've seen the rumblings that occured over the weekend. And last night, I was finished. Finished, put a fork in me, done. Families, friends, work, but also frusturated because I couldn't pinpoint an exact thing that was making me feel that way to "fix." So I asked my fix-it man what to do. I'm sure he thought it was one of those "does this make me look fat" trick questions, so he didn't divulge much information.
When we went to bed, I broke down. Crying the "make your face ugly" cry. I was so stressed and I knew that today TJ was going to be at work and I wouldn't get the chance to get it all out, get a hug and a kiss from him. TJ tried to make me feel better by saying kind, inspirational kind of things. Then he did it.... I was laying there waiting for him to say something wonderful and...... SNORE! He was snoring! Fell smack dab asleep in the middle of my breakdown. How dare he? I was astonished, shocked, and outraged, people! So outraged I just rolled right over and went to sleep myself. I thought about waking him up with a good ole fashioned kick hug, but I figure if he can love me through my "for worse" week, I'll cut him some slack.
Just don't make a habit out of it, sir. Or you will pay dearly.
Friday, January 22, 2010
RESOLUTION CHECK
Guys, I'm laying it out on the line for you wonderful people. Here's the real deal, for better or worse. The only way it could get more real is if I gave you my weight. And I will never, not ever, EVER say that number aloud to anyone. (Except Nellie.)
1. Invite someone over to the house, at least once a month. This may seem silly, but a huge step for me.
UPDATE: We had Emma over last week for pizza. And she brought us cheese from her vacation. And I love her for it.
2. Start playing guitar again.
UPDATE: Nada. Where does the time go?
3. Lose weight. I'm not saying how much, don't let your mind wander too much, though.
UPDATE: 4 pounds. Not enough, but better than 1 or 2.
4. Start a blog.
UPDATE: Last week was slow, I was sick.
5. Get a camera that doesn't make me cuss everytime I pick it up. (Maybe stop cussing should be in here somewhere. Just kidding, I'm an angel.)
UPDATE: Before I buy a new one, I thought about begging someone to give me a quick lesson on mine if they can figure it out. I H.A.T.E. spending money.
6. Complete lesson plans weekly. Its really a necessity, really.
UPDATE: It's going.
7. Grow a garden. Ya know, veggies for the fam?
UPDATE: Starting with an herb garden. Printed off some materials from the Cleveland County Extension about what grows best here.
8. Be consistent with getting my hair did. It makes me feel better, and dangit, I'm worth it.
UPDATE: Nada. Hafta wait til payday.
9. More water, less Happy Hour DDP.
UPDATE: My ounce for ounce plan is going so great! I've actually been gulping about 32 oz. right before bed time and plan to start doing it right when I get up too. Once my drink is gone at work, I start on the water bottle. I'm proud of myself, y'all.
10. Decorate our bedroom. Its supposed to be cozy and romantic, right? Right now there isn't a dang thing on the walls and its a downer. And we all know how I hate downers.
UPDATE: I have a few options in mind, but I lack the ability to decide. (I see a future post in order.)
So there you have it, folks. Resolution check.
1. Invite someone over to the house, at least once a month. This may seem silly, but a huge step for me.
UPDATE: We had Emma over last week for pizza. And she brought us cheese from her vacation. And I love her for it.
2. Start playing guitar again.
UPDATE: Nada. Where does the time go?
3. Lose weight. I'm not saying how much, don't let your mind wander too much, though.
UPDATE: 4 pounds. Not enough, but better than 1 or 2.
4. Start a blog.
UPDATE: Last week was slow, I was sick.
5. Get a camera that doesn't make me cuss everytime I pick it up. (Maybe stop cussing should be in here somewhere. Just kidding, I'm an angel.)
UPDATE: Before I buy a new one, I thought about begging someone to give me a quick lesson on mine if they can figure it out. I H.A.T.E. spending money.
6. Complete lesson plans weekly. Its really a necessity, really.
UPDATE: It's going.
7. Grow a garden. Ya know, veggies for the fam?
UPDATE: Starting with an herb garden. Printed off some materials from the Cleveland County Extension about what grows best here.
8. Be consistent with getting my hair did. It makes me feel better, and dangit, I'm worth it.
UPDATE: Nada. Hafta wait til payday.
9. More water, less Happy Hour DDP.
UPDATE: My ounce for ounce plan is going so great! I've actually been gulping about 32 oz. right before bed time and plan to start doing it right when I get up too. Once my drink is gone at work, I start on the water bottle. I'm proud of myself, y'all.
10. Decorate our bedroom. Its supposed to be cozy and romantic, right? Right now there isn't a dang thing on the walls and its a downer. And we all know how I hate downers.
UPDATE: I have a few options in mind, but I lack the ability to decide. (I see a future post in order.)
So there you have it, folks. Resolution check.
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