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Post by jillywilly65 on Feb 15, 2007 20:24:11 GMT -5
Iwo thanks for caring. it helps to know others are with us carrying our sorrows with us as well. It makes them not so hard to bear.
Bless you
Jilly
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Post by Cheza on Feb 15, 2007 22:55:19 GMT -5
Thank you for the prayers and support everyone. Today was a bit better. One of the good kids said he thought he saw my artwork in the locker room. I gave him the pass to go see. Well, when he came back it was just the mat, which had holes poked in it, with a small portion of the artwork. The rest had been torn off and what remained, well...they marked out "Touch the Future" and replaced it with "ME!!!" to make it read "Teachers Touch ME!!!"...juveniles. One threw the breaker in class by sticking something in the electrical socket *genius*...and I thought another did something to my computer and forced her out of the room (it wasn't her class period, she was just trying to print something off)...she came back later and told me I hurt her feelings and I offered a heartfelt apology - I hope she knows it was heartfelt...They just keep doing one thing after another. You know it's bad when the other teachers talk about how mean they are to me. Then I heard that someone had drawn me holding Hitler's hand on one of the lunchroom tables...*sigh*...This too will pass. What doesn't kill us makes us stronger? Right, girls?
On the fight the good fight front, I confiscated a cell phone today from a kid who never gets caught, although he does numerous shady things...it was a small victory. He set his alarm to go off...and it went off in class...BUSTED! Another one of my dears had to go to court, he's 18...not sure what for...don't want to know quite frankly...but the judge had all his discipline sheets at court (26 since January is the number I'm hearing...JUST SINCE JANUARY!)...if he gets a tardy, gets written up, whatever...he will be required to serve his full sentence for whatever the offense is...in other words instead of 10 days he will have to serve 40 in jail...or maybe 50...not sure, but I've seen a marked improvement in him...so hopefully that will hold out. Per the judge he has to behave until school is out.
Star & Heli, I'll add your dads to the list. I echo Iwo & Jilly's comments about the state of medicine here. It isn't always cheap, but it's pretty effective. Jilly, I know what you mean about shots, but if I didn't have the shots I take weekly I probably wouldn't be able to work...probably not even able to walk. I've been without them for a bit (change in insurance, need pre-approval...blah blah blah)...and I'm feeling it. I think that's part of this funk I'm in right now.
Jilly & Iwo, thanks for your support. Key, is there an update on Sid?
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 15, 2007 23:07:21 GMT -5
Thank you Jilly, Iwo, and Heli. My Dad is going to his doctor and they are sending him to a specialist. He is taking his medications and hopefully they told him that if he takes care of himself that they will be able to get it under control. Apparently, it is hereditary. They found that the pancreas was creating large amount of insulin. My Father also told me that we have a history of the illness on his side of the family. Two deaths were related to the disease. Without a doubt, I will be getting myself screened for the disease. I know that my last check up, did not show anything. I will have them look for that specifically next time and watch what I eat. I know that he will be alright. I just worry about him. I lost my friend Mrs. B (High school librarian )to diabetes complications. I saw how much she went through everyday, and she was a proud woman. It is hard... More hard news came today...my Uncle fall off the wagon (he had a stroke already from all his drinking) and is back to his old ways. Called me drunk and and talked about dying already. He is planning on giving away all his belongings...he isn't old...he is 68! Then, I found out that my Auntie has 'Tricky Finger Syndrome'. Her fingers get locked up and she can't close them. She says that it is like being double jointed, but when she has an attack her fingers lock so hard that it hurts. The doctor's say that this is rare, but that they have no treatment for it. She is talking about dying too...she wrote my Mom a letter about trying to live until 'her battery runs out' which she thinks is soon...she is only in her 40's!!! Too much...all way too much...  Things have to get better right? My brother has been out of work for almost 10 months...and his interview went well today. They told him that they might hire him. 50K a year...that is his asking price. I pray that he gets the job. He has tried so hard to work after the last company he helped build sold to a larger company. Every interview promised work...but they all feel through. I hope this is his time. He needs a job. I really don't like to rain on other's parade's, but I really needed help this time. Thank you all for your Prayers. Heli I will pray for your Father  . God Bless him and help him through this difficult time. Heal his body, mind, and soul...make him whole. Amen. JillyI always have you in my prayer. God Bless you and keep you safe.Amen. Iwomay our Father God stay by your side and help light your path. Amen. Chezathe Lord appreciates all your efforts. May those that walk this Earth and by his side also see you for your true worth. You are a wonderful teacher and person.Amen |
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Post by Cheza on Feb 15, 2007 23:10:58 GMT -5
Sometimes it seems like the old adage - "When it rains, it POURS"...Hang in there, Star. We know he won't give us more than we can handle, right? We must be some EXTREMELY strong people!!!
Thank you for your kind words and thoughts, Star.
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 15, 2007 23:23:29 GMT -5
That's what friends are for Cheza. You are a wonderful teacher. You are also a wonderful friend. I thank God for you and all my friends here at MC.Org. Each of you are my special blessings.
I will stay strong. I just know when to ask for help...and I need help. So much help...Talk about a down pour.
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Post by Cheza on Feb 15, 2007 23:43:05 GMT -5
So true. I couldn't have said it better myself...on both points.
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 16, 2007 1:26:32 GMT -5
God Bless you Cheza. Try not to stress. Please?
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Post by Heli on Feb 16, 2007 3:27:14 GMT -5
Heli are you in close proximity to your dad? Can you go see him or is he far from where you live? Star I also wondered the same for you. Is your dad in So. Cal. It makes it so hard when they are out of sight to know for sure if it is going to be okay. You are both in my thoughts I'm not, unfortunately. I live on the otherside of the country, so going to see him is complicated. I talk on the phone with him every day, though. So far he's found out that he has a spontaneous pneumothorax, so at least we know that much. As long as there's no breathing problems and he doesn't strain himself, it should get better with time. The doctors want to make sure, though, so he still needs to go through some tests. [/IMG] . God Bless him and help him through this difficult time. Heal his body, mind, and soul...make him whole. Amen.[/quote] Thank you, starcrossed. Thank you. Cheza, how old are your students? Around high school age? If so, then they're being pretty immature! I can't believe they have the audacity to just go and destroy something of yours just like that! You stay strong, and I hope that the kids grow up soon. |
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 16, 2007 12:45:17 GMT -5
You welcome Heli. I hope that your Father is feeling well soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 16, 2007 12:48:05 GMT -5
Cheza, I hope that you had a better day. Never forget what a great teacher that you are. Your students I hope will learn to appreciate all that you do for them. I still am praying for a great eval. report for you. I know that you stress so much...please don't. God is always by your side and he loves you.
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Post by jillywilly65 on Feb 16, 2007 20:09:16 GMT -5
Let us never forget our Awesome Troops, fighting for democracy in Iraq. Pray for their safe return and that they will be blessed for their sacrifices for generations to come.
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 16, 2007 22:26:23 GMT -5
That is so true Jilly. Thank you for a reminder about all those fighting so far away from us...God Bless and keep them safe.
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Post by Cheza on Feb 17, 2007 1:07:02 GMT -5
Well, Star, the hall pass came back today. I just confronted the one I thought had it...she denied it...then before 8th period one of her friends brought it to me saying she found it in the bathroom - yeah, probably in the other one's hands because I checked all the stalls in both bathrooms on campus after school yesterday. The "one" was 10 minutes late for class. I had counted her absent and had to buzz the office and let them know she came in.
Heli, these are my SOPHOMORES. I keep telling them they should be more mature. I mean, they're old enough to drive. One is on MSN chatting tonight and now he's trying to send me his new rap song. It's really sad. I don't know what will happen to some of them when they get out in the real world. The funny thing is one of the mature ones was saying today, while we were talking away from the rest of the class, "It's not that hard to come here every day, behave, and listen. I do it every day..." I almost fell off my stool laughing. It was one of those classic moments. I'm just not going to be able to leave anything out for their cleptomaniac hands. The passes are now locked in my desk. That's a bit of a hassle for me, but that's going to be my new routine.
It's part of the downside of rural schools. People who have kids that have been in trouble in the city tend to move to the rural areas to try to solve that...and it doesn't work if the kids wants to be a juvenile delinquent. The eggers still haven't been punished. They cooked up a story to blame it on some immigrants or somit.
While we pray for the troops - let's pray for Nancy and the Shoebox crew! I can't wait to see how many boxes she got.
Star, I'm going to send you the Alkaline Trio track I was talking about. I'm trying not to stress. I have no idea when he's going to want to come in. The kids are wild. I hope they'll calm down a bit after the long weekend, but who knows.
I'll keep both of you and your dads in my thoughts.
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Post by Heli on Feb 17, 2007 5:19:32 GMT -5
Heli, these are my SOPHOMORES. I keep telling them they should be more mature. I mean, they're old enough to drive. One is on MSN chatting tonight and now he's trying to send me his new rap song. It's really sad. I don't know what will happen to some of them when they get out in the real world. The funny thing is one of the mature ones was saying today, while we were talking away from the rest of the class, "It's not that hard to come here every day, behave, and listen. I do it every day..." I almost fell off my stool laughing. It was one of those classic moments. I'm just not going to be able to leave anything out for their cleptomaniac hands. The passes are now locked in my desk. That's a bit of a hassle for me, but that's going to be my new routine. It's part of the downside of rural schools. People who have kids that have been in trouble in the city tend to move to the rural areas to try to solve that...and it doesn't work if the kids wants to be a juvenile delinquent. The eggers still haven't been punished. They cooked up a story to blame it on some immigrants or somit. Sophomores? That makes them, what, 16? 17? Good grief. I guess I am a bit spoiled in that aspect, since after going to schools where I was one of the few people not causing trouble, I ended up in one of the better high schools. People came there to study, not act stupid. Then again, puberty and teenage = insta-stupidity most of the time. Cheza, I'll be keeping you in my thoughts. Be strong, okay? Don't let them get a hold of you, just stay the course and be the awesome teacher we all know you are. |
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 17, 2007 12:28:16 GMT -5
I agree Heli. The students are acting spoiled. Cheza is a great teacher, and all they want to do is start trouble for her.
Thoughts and prayers are for all my friends here at the .Org.
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Post by jillywilly65 on Feb 17, 2007 15:08:02 GMT -5
 I feel silly asking for prayer but My hubby and I are really going through some very rough weather right now, not with each other ;just some very trying times and circumstances. We feel as though if we bend anymore we are going to Snap in two. We need a miracle! Our hearts are heavy. You praying and positive threaders are so good and kind and I appreciate you all. Thanks for letting me share this. Bless you  Jill
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Post by keysunset on Feb 17, 2007 18:35:54 GMT -5
no problem Jill. A wise woman once told me, "what are we here for, but to love one another?" And part of that is being available for each other no matter what the need.
God be with you and your hubby and give you both strength to support one another!
An update, Sid F'er is through chemo/rad round #3! Yea! Only two more to go ...
He is home now til February 25 resting as he can for #4. He says his eyebrows finally fell out. He draws them on daily with a Sharpie. Today he went with the "skeptical" look.
LOL! I'm so glad he can keep a sense of humor in all this.
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 17, 2007 19:06:40 GMT -5
Keysunset,
Sometimes a good sense of humor can work wonders! Prayers for Sid F'er. May God continue to stay by his side and give him stregth through his battle with cancer. May the Lord keep him in high spirits and ease away all his pain. May the love that so many have for this soul, help heal him, through Christ Our Lord. Amen
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Post by starcrossed on Feb 17, 2007 19:18:04 GMT -5
Jilly,
I for one can understand...Sometimes the weight of the world can make even the strongest marriage weaken.
I pray for you and your husband. May the Good Lord Bless your marriage and home...
"Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. Love does not demand its own way. Love is not irriatable, and it keeps no record of who has been wronged. It is never glad about injustice but rejoices when truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance" - 1Corinthians 13:4-8
Keep the faith Jilly. Amen
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Post by jillywilly65 on Feb 17, 2007 21:07:14 GMT -5
 Keys & Star your encouragment means more to me than you know. Thanks so much for the love and support. I am worried about hubby most of all, since he is taking things harder than I. He is really down. We are close and I hate to see him hurting. Your prayers are a gift. Jill Love is all thats left 
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