When I went to college I intended to become an elementary school teacher. I honestly believed that I was going to graduate, get a teaching job back in my hometown, and retire happily having taught for 30 years as a beloved elementary school teacher. As those of you who know or follow me, . However, … Continue reading Tests (and Measurements)
Post A Day 2014
Right (Write) Now
The Daily Prompt: Write Here, Write Now. (Since I'm not in the frame of mind to)Write a post entirely in the present tense (I'm going with the) Photographers, artists, poets: show us NOW. When I read this prompt the very first thing that came to mind, was this picture of my granddaughter, Coco. I took … Continue reading Right (Write) Now
BFF’s, What Have They Done for You Lately?
Our Daily Prompt today: BFF's, What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned from the person you’re the closest to? One BFF? One lesson? I can't imagine there being just one, or a most important one--there have been SO many! If I have to narrow it down, though, the lessons are these: Listen, listen, listen; and … Continue reading BFF’s, What Have They Done for You Lately?
Be a Good Girl and Do What the Doctor Says
Be a good patient and just do what the doctor tells you. For some reason, I've always believed that the doctor knows best. If the doc says to do something, I do it; the white coat and pretty diploma from the prestigious medical school, are indications that they know what they're doing--at least more than … Continue reading Be a Good Girl and Do What the Doctor Says
Three’s Company
The cold (okay, bitter cold) we've been enjoying of late, reminds me of the year's I lived in northern New England; and some days I actually miss it! I may have mentioned before that I lived in New Hampshire for a few years. While I was there I spent about a year living with my … Continue reading Three’s Company
Mirror, Mirror
I've been really diggin' on the writing prompts from the Daily Press. I'm finding it so helpful to have a place to start. So, on to the writing subject of the day: Does the person you see match the person you feel like on the inside? Lately, I don't look into mirrors, I avoid … Continue reading Mirror, Mirror
Predictions: Phil Style
When I read the prompt for bloggers today at the Daily Post on WordPress, there have been some of those in my family. Then, I read it more closely to see this: There are 344 days remaining in the year. Describe what you’d like to be doing on day 211. (Hint: that’s July 30th.) I … Continue reading Predictions: Phil Style
Sweet Sixteen: A Daily Writing Prompt
I don't think I was quite like other 16-year olds. I didn't want a sweet sixteen party, that wasn't the tradition in our family. I wanted a rocking chair. Yes, a sixteen year old girl wanted a rocking chair; by that time I was already and Auntie and taking care of little ones and a … Continue reading Sweet Sixteen: A Daily Writing Prompt
Fan Page!
There are many New England Patriots fans cleaning up their living rooms, game rooms and dens, from the nachos, 7-layer dips, wings, and beer, that was part of the game-time tradition for today's championship game. I too am a fan although not as big a fan as others in my family; but I too am … Continue reading Fan Page!
365 Days of Thank You 