January 2009
Have you ever...
Have you ever, deep down, wanted to fix everything for everybody? This is probably my biggest character fault. I want to always talk, fix, figure out and offer solutions. Sometimes, none of those things work.
Recently, I have had several “old” friends come to me for advice and I hope that the ideas and possible solutions I extended to them helped in some way. I would love to know...
My mom is such a social networking butterfly.
Me: You're so popular on Facebook.
Mom: [smug voice] I know.
hehehehehe
“I’m one stomach flu away from reaching my goal weight.”
– Emily, from The Devil Wears Prada (via jeralyndwile)
Well, maybe several!
Thank god my office keeps a fully-stocked kitchen.
jackieheartsb:
I’m munching on an apple and string cheese.
An answer to a mother’s prayer!
Don't wait for extraordinary opportunities....
jeralyndwile:
Imagine this:
Every morning when you wake up there is one word painted across the sky that only YOU can see. Maybe its a reminder to change yourself, maybe it brings you happiness, maybe it stirs your ambition…whatever it is….
If you could have that one work painted in the clouds day after day, what would it be?
Mine? Well, after a lot of thought I think I would choose passion....
Check out this great website. If you have a... →
www.padalily.com
Those of you who have little ones, or you know someone who does, check out this website! I wish this had been around when my girls were small!
PS My cousin is the inventor of this very inventive gadget!!
“Know that your people will judge you on what you can build, not what you destroy”
– President Barack Obama (via inauguration)
The Obameter: Tracking Obama's Campaign Promises →
jeralyndwile:
vruz:
the Obameter so far:
5 promises kept
0 broken
14 in the works
1 compromise
Learn everything you can, anytime you can, from...
In the classroom
inauguration:
I have to say teaching history and witnessing history at the same time is absolutely amazing!
Even in my third grade classroom!
“Know that your people will judge you on what you can build, not what you destroy”
– President Barack Obama (via inauguration)
Playing House in the White House →
mufti:
The Bush Twins advice to Sasha and Malia Obama:
Surround yourself with loyal friends. They’ll protect and calm you and join in on some of the fun, and appreciate the history.
If you’re traveling with your parents over Halloween, don’t let it stop you from doing what you would normally do. Dress up in some imaginative, elaborate costume (if you are like us a pack of Juicy Fruit and a...
I will study and get ready, and perhaps my...
Inauguration watch in third grade
Today was amazing! I had MSNBC up on my Smartboard in my classroom. I teach the 3 Branches of Government, so today was an incredible history lesson. We talked about all the people walking in for the ceremony and the importance they have all have had in American History.
Then came the most important moment…watching Barack Obama take the Oath of Office. He promised he would preserve,...
The crowd is going wild, chanting "OBAMA, OBAMA"
inauguration:
The President maintains his usual calm. “How good lookin’ is my wife?”
What a great husband…to recognize the love of his life!
“Together we’re going to change America.”
– President Obama (via inauguration)
"Obama! Obama! Obama!"
inauguration:
The crowd can’t get enough. Every camera and cell phone in the house is up taking photos of the First Couple.
“Michelle and I both want to says thanks. Thanks for this honor, thanks for this...”
– President Barack Obama (via inauguration)
Barack Obama's Inaugural Speech
mufti:
My fellow citizens:
I stand here today humbled by the task before us, grateful for the trust you have bestowed, mindful of the sacrifices borne by our ancestors. I thank President Bush for his service to our nation, as well as the generosity and cooperation he has shown throughout this transition.
Forty-four Americans have now taken the presidential oath. The words have been spoken...
“I shall pass this way but once; any good that I can do or any kindness I can...”
– Etienne de Grellet
(via affremblequotes)
(via ladysadie)
