It's cold out again. Crazy weather can't seem to figure itself out. In the midst of the new-fallen snow I am grateful for the warmth of my home, the cozy routine of tea and TV and tucking-in snuggles at night. I am grateful for sweet-faced children and my little card shark of a son and the fact that tomorrow is Friday. I am grateful for the end of the grading quarter even with all of the ensuing paperwork; for the fresh start and clean break it represents, the chance to refresh and renew and charge up for the race to the end of the year. I am grateful for my colleagues and our solidarity and the courage it takes to stand up for each other and for what we believe in. I am grateful for the chance to effect change in children's lives everyday-- and for the opportunity to affirm that one person can make a difference. Even in the face of opposition, in spite of obstacles.
Today the sign in question in my classroom was about the word persistence. I am grateful to the children who model this skill for me, and for the chance to persist in my own improvement in this area.
I am still learning.
Savings report:
I am gradually coming to the conclusion that I am not very good at saving money. I am really not showing much progress in this area.
For instance, in 19 days of "saving" I have yet to use a single coupon. Really.
I think I may not be cut out for this.
Also, that "Bare bones" CD drive I got, saving $15? The thing doesn't work.
I am sorely tempted to throw in the towel.
Quick, someone give me an idea for saving money that involves utterly no effort on my part!
love,
Amanda-the-slacker
xox
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