I learned today that there are free infographic tools out there on the Interwebs just waiting for people to come and use them. Naturally, I decided that meant I should probably make one, given they’re practically begging to be created. So here it is: An infographic that will help you […]
Giving out something other than candy on Halloween is all the rage now. I’ve seen several articles and comments about why we should consider candy alternatives. Naturally, this got me thinking. I started to daydream much in the same way JD does on Scrubs, and I came up with […]
A while back, The Huffington Post published an article titled 9 Things You Should Never Say to Teachers, and while the writer’s ideas are spot on, there are so many other things you should never say to teachers as well (especially teachers in need of a break). Whether you’re a […]
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] I’ve been getting the feeling that the students in one of my classes in particular think I’m NUTS. And, well, yeah? What of it? Instead of fighting it, I’m embracing it. Because hells yes, I’m crazy! And I ain’t afraid to show it. (Press play on […]
Cookie dough, you are so gooey; Cookie dough, you taste like yum. Cookie dough, you make me pooey When there’s too much in my tum. Cookie dough, you make me happy; Cookie dough, it’s you I seek. When I’m feeling down and sappy, In the fridge I take a […]
Dear other parents who make my job harder: Hey. How’s it going? That great, huh? Me too. Listen. I’ve been meaning to talk to you about something for a while now, but between going to work and telling my kids NO every 5 fucking seconds, I haven’t had a lot […]
[nextpage title=”Page 1″ ] As parents, we have a vernacular all our own — things we tell our children, which we either A.) Say because we don’t know what else to do, B.) Don’t really mean but think sounds good anyway, or C.) Really, really swear to God we’re gonna […]
I’ve seen a lot of posts on Facebook about school supply purchases my friends have or are about to make for their children entering elementary school, and I’ve gotta say, these lists are insane, you guys: 10 packages of dry erase markers, 17 boxes of crayons, top-of-the-line running shoes, four […]