Coming back to this blog after a year's absence makes me feel that I haven't made much progress at all! Yet the year was certainly busy.

The school year started in less order than I prefer but we overcame: an messy move; crowded hallways; large classes; more demands; fewer resources.

Everyone talks about education and there are certainly enough experts around to offer opinions. But the lowly classroom teacher barely has time to sit and think and plan, let along fine time to evaluate and experiment. Too many bosses. Too many directives.

So why do I still love the job?

This picture doesn't have much to do with the topic, but it is related to work since I found it when I went to Panera's to ask for free food for the students. That Panera's in in a new shopping center and the Wiernermobile was there! What a laugh! I was actually laughing out loud. Guess that is one reason I do love the job - unexpected surprises that make you laugh!+