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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Easter Egg Hunts

As a little kid, Ann, Cousin Amanda and I would participate in an Easter egg hunt at Grandma's. The plastic eggs were hidden inside the house. We could find ourselves being rewarded with money and candy. Two great possibilities. Twelve eggs were hidden. Every grandchild was entitled to four eggs.... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, October 17, 2021

Internet Sources

When I was in school, the Internet was emerging as a means of communication. When it came to using it for research, well, not so much. I was at a time when some teachers limited or outright banned Internet sources. They were not reliable. That has long since changed from my schooldays. With ebooks... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Brother Gary Carney

Brother Gary Carney passed away from COVID at age 92. He was living in one of the Brothers' nursing homes. I will be attending his funeral, which will be held at my high school Thursday evening. I didn't know Brother Gary personally. As someone who donates to the Brothers, I must attend a funeral... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, October 10, 2021

The Sophomore Teachers Part 2

I had Mrs. Parsley again. I was shocked. Mr. Murray taught Honors French III. What happened was Mr. Murray took over the Scholars Program. That led to a shuffling, and we ended up with Mrs. Parsley. I was thrilled. I didn't know much about Murray. What I knew about Mrs. Parsley I liked. Mr. Pilacki... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Self-Reflection

Dr. Ben Kim runs a health blog at the aptly named DrBenKim.com. A entry of his stood out to me. The entry is a self-reflection prompt. I am going to complete to complete that prompt here for you all to see. What are 3 things you've always wanted to do but haven't yet? 1. Become a teacher at my high... Sign in to see full entry.

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