Musings on the three most important things in my life; my husband, my kids and my Little Yellow Notepad
Hi my name is Goldie and I suffer from principalaphobia. I was born being scared of principals and their offices. It didn’t take any harsh and scary lectures or speeches or lessons; it was just part of my DNA. The principal says, and I do; and then I just stay under the radar and try… Continue reading Principalaphobia
Dear Teacher, I’m sorry we were late today. I was sure we’d be on time. I hope you believe me when I say that I had the best intentions. Everyone went to sleep on time last night so waking them up today was pretty simple; my 5 year old was hard at work in the… Continue reading Dear Teacher, Sorry we were late
I missed my daughter’s graduation. I had it all planned out just right; I wouldn’t miss it for the world. High school had been a ride full of surprises, including meeting many principals and teachers; some who connected better than others and some who understood teens better than others. But we had made it, both… Continue reading I had to make it to the graduation!
My daughter is in high school. My daughter left to high school. My only daughter left home and is now in high school. I am in high school I mean, my daughter is in high school. Yes, I’m having a hard time! What’s so hard about it? She left. She’s in high school. And that… Continue reading High School?!
Zoom. My life is revolving around Zoom. 7 simultaneous classes. I’m both the IT guy and principal, while I try to keep an eye on my Waldorf preschool contingency. My husband’s work schedule is still running, so it’s me and the crew during work hours. And when the Zooms are finally done for the day… Continue reading The emotional rollercoaster of Corona Era … and Zoom
