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  1. You could get card stock in one of the school's colors and print the school mascot on it with an inspirational saying or some funny quote your husband said during the semester. Punch three holes along the bottom of the bookmark and thread with ribbon of the contrasting school color.
  2. Homemade bookmark? Ribbon, yarn, or cardstock could be purchased for that amount. If you have access to a printer with ink you might be able to print out something simple on the cardstock. Bright pictures with lots of color would be out, though, due to the cost of ink. Most of the investment would be your time spent making the bookmarks.
  3. Actually, yes, I do. Not those exact circumstances but yes. I was thinking about how the teacher could reduce his expenses based on the statement that he is spending 50% of his income on compulsory experiments. The school and the school district are to blame; no teacher should ever be put into this situation. I am not saying that my thinking-out-loud brainstorming was the answer to the situation. I simply suggested that maybe he could reach out to the families for assistance. If the OP was given truthful information about the situation, this teacher is going to have to choose his frustration- spend money, ask for help, or not do the experiments. It seems to me like this school district has a lot more going on behind the scenes that needs fixing than simply a too small budget. There are no easy fixes here. I am truly sorry if some of you think I am being unfair or insensitive I was just trying to participate in the thread by offering a possible solution to the teacher.
  4. "She mentioned some of the stuff they were demanding he have for experiments. Like those large rubbermaid container lids (just the lids...) or matchbox cars. She said there was no way they were buy 80+ matchbox cars and she got people from her church to donate their kids old cars. But like I said, he doesn't write the experiments so he can't change them up." I cut and pasted Mimm's statement because I couldn't multiquote for some reason. This is what I was referring to. If a note is sent home saying "We need rubbermaid container lids for an experiment. Can you send one with your student next week?" Don't most people have access to a container lid? Don't most people have a little toy car lying around? If the supplies are things that people might have on hand, wouldn't it be worth it ask in advance? Save the money? __ I agree that some school admins are overpaid. There needs to be some reality tossed into the mix in some districts.
  5. No, I meant they could provide the items for their own child. That would remove some of the burden from the teacher. I'm only talking about this particular circumstance where the teacher is stated to be spending 50% of his income on supplies. I would be trying to get donations from any available resource.
  6. I can't remember if I exercised on Tuesday. I'm thinking a big no because I worked until quite late and then was busy at home. Yesterday, I did play tennis but it was easy tennis and I don't consider that exercise at all. My eating wasn't too bad yesterday. Today is a new day and I must press forward. I will try to be intentional and mindful today.
  7. Here too. It's a shame. But if the other 25% could participate that reduces the pressure on the teacher. I'm just thinking out loud. I really have no idea how this would work IRL.
  8. But it would let parents know the situation and put the onus back on to the person who required the experiments. No teacher should be funding mandated coursework.
  9. It's not the norm here. Teachers do spend money but not for seats and certainly not to the tune of 50% of take home pay. If he has the experiment list in advance, he should go through it and send a list of needed supplies home to the parents. He can do this at the beginning of the term and then send weekly reminders for next week's needs. This would help reduce his cost and give parents a heads up. Hello parents~ This year we'll be conducting experiments in yada, yada, yada and will need the following supplies from home....... Please be on a lookout for these items. I'll send notices home the week before they are needed in class. If you have any questions, contact (The person who created the experiments). - Hello parents~ Net week we'll be conducting an experiment on electricity. Please send a potato and a small lightbulb with your child (these can be picked up at the dollar store). We'll be providing the wire.
  10. I have to say the pop up camper road trip through NE and WY to Yellowstone. That was a first for me and I loved seeing new sights and having new experiences.
  11. If he lives on his own, how about a small appliance like a Keurig or an electric kettle? That and a couple of gameing themed mugs with some good coffee or hot chocolate would make a nice gift.
  12. (this one is difficult; too open ended for me) This year, I tried looking at myself and my life through new filters and chose to be mindful in physical, psychological, and spiritual pursuits.
  13. Dare I post a goal? I didn't make yesterday's goals so the camper sits still closed up from the last camping trip (in Aug.) and the wreaths are not up. DGD asked this morning, "Are we ever going to celebrate Christmas?" Child, it's the 5th. I've got 20 days left. :) I really should get things going a bit, even if it's just the wreaths. Today: complete the 5K and (maybe) hit some tennis balls against the backboard or go do footwork drills. Make homemade soup for dinner. Drink water (my skin is dry and I can tell that I am dehydrated). I know I'll eat the last of the cupcakes today. That's a given. Should that be a goal? I can do that. :)
  14. Re: Biking There are good bikes out there that do not require the rider to be bent forward and wil keep you in a more upright position. Granted, you won't be winning any speed races with those bikes but they are comfortable and can go the distance.
  15. Accepting that some things will never change no matter how much time and energy I put into it because I am not the supreme ruler of anything and I made some poor decisions when I was younger.
  16. It's not too late to join in. Look for subsequent days in new threads.
  17. What was your biggest challenge in 2017? Edited: My 'like' of your posts means I have read it and acknowledged your contribution. It also means you should consider yourself hugged. This reflection is tough.
  18. Well...I had great plans for the day until a secret santa gifted me with 4 beautiful gluten free chocolate cupcakes with vanilla buttercream frosting. I fought the fight for as long as I could and then ate two of them for lunch (with a hot cup of chai, of course). Then I caught a glimpse of myself in the full length mirror in the ladies restroom. That was enough of an incentive to not eat the remaining two cupcakes. I had a healthy dinner and went to the Y.
  19. It's the beginning of the work week. I think one of the mistakes I made with my new job was assuming that working in athletics meant having time to be active at work. Um, not so much during the off season; it's all about desk work. I have to make a point to get moving and keep moving. Today's goals (besides finally cleaning the popup camper and hanging Christmas wreaths) is walking a 5K and doing some weight work. I don't know what type yet but it's a goal. It's going to be in the 60s again and I am looking forward to being outside this afternoon.
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