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Changing Names

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Change-Quotes-10Yesterday the title of my name changed for the third time.

Technically it will officially change in December, at the end of the semester. After 5+ years, close enough.Read More »Changing Names

Balanced in Chaos

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Christy’s cold remedy. Soon-to-be in a store near you… 😉

I’ve worked as a high school teacher for about 6 full months now. It’s official: I have my first teacher cold.

But don’t worry. I’ve developed a time honored cold remedy that’s sure to knock it out quickly! Cider (or beer)*, ice cream, NyQuil (or generic alternatives), and cough drops.Read More »Balanced in Chaos

Just Breathe

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I can’t be too mad at her for too long…

I’m grumpy.

It’s Saturday. I was in a training for much of today that felt like a waste of time. This made me grumpy. Read More »Just Breathe

Stubbornness for Good

I can be stubborn. My dad was stubborn. My mom continues to be stubborn. My brother is pretty stubborn. My grandparents are/were stubborn. And on…… Read More »Stubbornness for Good

Stopping to Breathe

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It’s been a busy week.  School ended on June 5, and grades were due on June 8. I had training toward my teacher certification all last… Read More »Stopping to Breathe