tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post6972605055472306332..comments2023-09-12T04:13:03.469-05:00Comments on LiteralDan: That'll learn 'erLiteralDanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16704368269389527451noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-11866477439932785682008-06-10T15:03:00.000-05:002008-06-10T15:03:00.000-05:00Sogeshirtsguy: I couldn't agree more. Thanks for s...<B>Sogeshirtsguy:</B> I couldn't agree more. Thanks for stopping by!<BR/><BR/><B>Mr Lady:</B> I copy you loud and clear. I wonder if I'll be able to do so without popping something important in my brain.<BR/><BR/><B>Half-Past Kissin' Time:</B> By my count, you're there now-- that's gotta feel pretty sweet! I'll have to try to talk her into guest-posting-- she doesn't think writing is her strong suit, but I think she's great at it.<BR/><BR/>Fun plans include going to the pool a lot and napping whenever possible. How about you?LiteralDanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16704368269389527451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-29074436638076592272008-06-07T17:46:00.000-05:002008-06-07T17:46:00.000-05:00Luckyyyyyy. I'll be there soon...What's she looki...Luckyyyyyy. I'll be there soon...What's she looking forward to most this summer? Will she do any guest posting? Do either of you work in the summer? Any fun plans?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-81454432693599738282008-06-07T17:28:00.000-05:002008-06-07T17:28:00.000-05:00Make sure I read your No Child Left Behind post wh...Make sure I read your No Child Left Behind post when it happens. Bludgeon me with something and drag me over here if you have to. I'd love to hear your input. :)Mr Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09998773078408832376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-81567637290558256692008-06-07T15:21:00.000-05:002008-06-07T15:21:00.000-05:00Glad she made it. Teachers are so valuable and und...Glad she made it. Teachers are so valuable and under appreciated.Soge shirtshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16726787866181861491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-70004379256459313172008-06-07T15:08:00.000-05:002008-06-07T15:08:00.000-05:00Jasper Mocks: The crazy thing is even if you were ...<B>Jasper Mocks:</B> The crazy thing is even if you were dedicated to being a bad teacher, you'd still have to work so hard there wouldn't be any point not trying. It's just a tough job.<BR/><BR/>It sounds cliche, but I really think teachers need to be paid much more-- if there wasn't something begging for government subsidies, it's that. It's little surprise that we've slipped in most measureable areas of our society as the quality of our education has dropped.<BR/><BR/><B>Kori:</B> It's a long list for most people, but for anyone who has to deal with education in anything more than average depth, NCLB has got to be right up there.<BR/><BR/><B>Christy:</B> Oh I definitely would not have been around to post today, that's for sure lol<BR/><BR/><B>Danielle:</B> But bell-ringing is just so much fun!<BR/><BR/><B>Andrea:</B> I agree-- I've gained so much respect for her seeing her go through all this.<BR/><BR/><B>MamaNeena:</B> I can't imagine teaching teenagers-- you're braver than me, for sure.<BR/><BR/><B>IRISHKAT:</B> You probably work somewhere nearby, then. A summer of wine sounds like the perfect antidote, doesn't it?<BR/><BR/><B>Chris:</B> Kudos right back to you guys for keeping America going!<BR/><BR/><B>Natalie:</B> You could find something where you use your teaching degree in a different way, like textbook writing/editing or tutoring. You probably have lots of options that are just as useful.<BR/><BR/><B>Rikki:</B> Yeah, I don't think anyone gets it fully but the teachers themselves. And thanksLiteralDanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16704368269389527451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-90988249620324078502008-06-07T09:50:00.000-05:002008-06-07T09:50:00.000-05:00My husband is a teacher as well. I am going to re...My husband is a teacher as well. I am going to read him your post. You provided a nice little glimpse into how hard teachers ACTUALLY work. Good stuff!Rikkihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14025201939720600124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-80398310811540409032008-06-07T03:11:00.000-05:002008-06-07T03:11:00.000-05:00i've thought about getting a job when we move back...i've thought about getting a job when we move back to the states. i have a teaching degree so that would be the obvious choice. i don't want to teach though. my reasons are because i want a job i can leave at the end of the day and not have to think about when i am at home. and i want adult interaction. selfish of me really!Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01225456755011937217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-71430385667098546492008-06-06T20:28:00.000-05:002008-06-06T20:28:00.000-05:00I definitely understand what you are saying, my wi...I definitely understand what you are saying, my wife is a teracher and I work in higher education...teachers are special people and so dedicated to their students and their craft. Kudos to your wife!Dad of Divashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07036276450518783326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-51764759449834542082008-06-06T20:04:00.000-05:002008-06-06T20:04:00.000-05:00Ooooh I feel her pain. I too work in IL in Spec Ed...Ooooh I feel her pain. I too work in IL in Spec Ed and commute from WI. These past few months have been filled with IEPs and meetings and excessive lack of sleep. So to her (and myself) I lift my glass of wine and toast us (and those that have to put up with us) "To a glorious summer!!!Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05982885583277159130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-15046808856160811452008-06-06T17:00:00.000-05:002008-06-06T17:00:00.000-05:00I used to teach high school so I understand your w...I used to teach high school so I understand your wife's situation. A nap is one of the best gifts...minus the bell!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-86285932175688843642008-06-06T16:49:00.000-05:002008-06-06T16:49:00.000-05:00Let her sleep! Teachers are heavenly creatures on...Let her sleep! <BR/>Teachers are heavenly creatures on Earth, especially the SPED ones. Give her a great big hug because she so deserves it. <BR/><BR/>Being an SLP, I know the grueling IEP process. Blech. <BR/><BR/>I saw that ASHA is lobbying for some "No Child..." reforms....only time will tell.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05705670723604409380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-18239516198505283652008-06-06T15:21:00.000-05:002008-06-06T15:21:00.000-05:00She's amazing. Teachers do not get enough accolade...She's amazing. Teachers do not get enough accolades for the sacrifices that they make. <BR/><BR/>Take care of her. Ya know, <I>not</I> by ringing a bell...<BR/><BR/>:)Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05305850648928447302noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-37325545738127237382008-06-06T14:28:00.000-05:002008-06-06T14:28:00.000-05:00I think that is a brilliant plan (although you mig...I think that is a brilliant plan (although you might get your ass kicked.) I'm happy for her that she's all done for a while, and I hope you guys get to have a great summer...did that sound like a good-bye? Well, it wasn't intended as one. You can get rid of me that easily. Jeesh.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-17061137146048306292008-06-06T14:10:00.000-05:002008-06-06T14:10:00.000-05:00I have nothing but the utmost respect and admirati...I have nothing but the utmost respect and admiration for teachers, especially special ed teachers; as the parent of four children, one of whom has needed a teacher like your wife to write up her IEP and then go the extra mile to make sure it is implemented consistently, my hat goes off. And don't GET me started on the whole No Child Left Behind act; that one is my personal cross to bear, and I hate George W for MANY things but this one is at the tope of the list.Korihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17523892197119604721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5076041415469800377.post-34475214551130558312008-06-06T12:53:00.000-05:002008-06-06T12:53:00.000-05:00Kudos to your wife for teaching self-contained spe...Kudos to your wife for teaching self-contained special education.<BR/><BR/>The only people who really understand what teachers do are their spouses. I worked 8 years in manufacturing and then moved into education. I thought it would be a cake walk. Needless to say, I have never worked harder in my life. The job is so much more demanding than most people realize.<BR/><BR/>I resent it when people imply that teachers are whiny or lazy. People only see one side- that of their child. <BR/><BR/>Everywhere you go, there are whiners and lazy bums.<BR/><BR/>Without teachers, where would we be as a society?Jasper Mockingbardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04154313019904980881noreply@blogger.com