So much to say and do... The year has been crazy. An early school start (August 17, 2016), iPads for all of 6th grade, a second story on my house, and a moodiness about me that I can explain. I think that my life is changing. Not necessarily for better or worse, my life is just changing. I was motivated to write this morning because I found myself in tears over some events that are leaving my regular routines.
First, my credit union after 27 years is changing their summer saver program. I'm sad. I now have to find my own personal discipline and manage my money to last 12 months with only 10 months of pay. I guess at 51, I should "middle school up" and become more responsible for my finances. I was at ease with the fact it was one less thing to worry about in my crazy life. I know I'm smart enough to manage, but after 27 years, it's a relationship break up that I'm having trouble with at this point in time.
Next, if you have grown up in LA, you know that this is the last weekend Vin Scully will be the voice of the Dodgers. I heard his farewell speech on the radio on Friday. The grace and tranquility of Vin's voice reminds me of how much I take for granted about living in southern California. I don't even care for baseball, but I found multiple tears came to my eyes when I hear Vin Scully speak on his career of 67 years with the Los Angeles Dodgers. I can only hope that my career in teaching will have half of the respect, good will, and grace this man has brought to baseball, broadcasting, and the greater community of life.
Another loss that I am feeling this weekend is Charles Osgood is leaving CBS News: Sunday Morning. For some reasons, I still can't stop tearing up. For the last 22 years, I have found comfort in hearing his perspective on the weekly events of the world. His bow ties and rhymes remind me to listen better and to write out my thoughts more so that I can share my perceptions of the world in a thoughtful manner. I found security by watching Mr. Osgood during the 9/11 attacks since my husband was in New York. I love watching him sing every Christmas at his piano. I enjoyed being introduced to things that I may never have been "open to" unless it was under the guise of Mr. Osgood's witful song. I will miss you on Sundays Charles Osgood, but I do know that I will always "See you on the Radio".
As a I mourn this loss of icons or events of my life, I need to remember how blessed I am to be here. My oldest started high school (with special needs) and that's going well. My youngest started middle school (6th grade with no issues other than attitude) and that has been a challenge. I know what my 6th grader will need, I just hope I remember to be a "mom" and not a 6th grade teacher. My students, as always, are the best looking students ever! I will need to work on making them smarter (LOL!). I have my health and my husband is pretty good too. We just celebrated 20 years of marriage and have been together for 26. WOW!, just WOW!.
Thank you Blog for letting me reflect so that I can remember that my life is a good life. kkj
First, my credit union after 27 years is changing their summer saver program. I'm sad. I now have to find my own personal discipline and manage my money to last 12 months with only 10 months of pay. I guess at 51, I should "middle school up" and become more responsible for my finances. I was at ease with the fact it was one less thing to worry about in my crazy life. I know I'm smart enough to manage, but after 27 years, it's a relationship break up that I'm having trouble with at this point in time.
Next, if you have grown up in LA, you know that this is the last weekend Vin Scully will be the voice of the Dodgers. I heard his farewell speech on the radio on Friday. The grace and tranquility of Vin's voice reminds me of how much I take for granted about living in southern California. I don't even care for baseball, but I found multiple tears came to my eyes when I hear Vin Scully speak on his career of 67 years with the Los Angeles Dodgers. I can only hope that my career in teaching will have half of the respect, good will, and grace this man has brought to baseball, broadcasting, and the greater community of life.
Another loss that I am feeling this weekend is Charles Osgood is leaving CBS News: Sunday Morning. For some reasons, I still can't stop tearing up. For the last 22 years, I have found comfort in hearing his perspective on the weekly events of the world. His bow ties and rhymes remind me to listen better and to write out my thoughts more so that I can share my perceptions of the world in a thoughtful manner. I found security by watching Mr. Osgood during the 9/11 attacks since my husband was in New York. I love watching him sing every Christmas at his piano. I enjoyed being introduced to things that I may never have been "open to" unless it was under the guise of Mr. Osgood's witful song. I will miss you on Sundays Charles Osgood, but I do know that I will always "See you on the Radio".
As a I mourn this loss of icons or events of my life, I need to remember how blessed I am to be here. My oldest started high school (with special needs) and that's going well. My youngest started middle school (6th grade with no issues other than attitude) and that has been a challenge. I know what my 6th grader will need, I just hope I remember to be a "mom" and not a 6th grade teacher. My students, as always, are the best looking students ever! I will need to work on making them smarter (LOL!). I have my health and my husband is pretty good too. We just celebrated 20 years of marriage and have been together for 26. WOW!, just WOW!.
Thank you Blog for letting me reflect so that I can remember that my life is a good life. kkj