Tuesday, May 12, 2009

* Mother's Day 2009

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Some FUN thoughts about mothers.... sent to me via email.

WHY GOD MADE MOMS

All answers given by 2nd grade school children to the following questions :

Why did God make mothers?

1. She's the only one who knows where the scotch tape is.

2. Mostly to clean the house.

3. To help us out of there when we were getting born.

How did God make mothers?

1. He used dirt, just like for the rest of us.

2. Magic plus super powers and a lot of stirring.

3. God made my Mom just the same like he made me. He just used bigger parts.

What ingredients are mothers made of ?

1. God makes mothers out of clouds and angel hair and everything nice in the world and one dab of mean.

2. They had to get their start from men's bones. Then they mostly use string, I think.

Why did God give you your mother and not some other mom?

1. We're related.

2. God knew she likes me a lot more than other people's moms like me.

What kind of little girl was your mom?

1. My Mom has always been my mom and none of that other stuff.

2. I don't know because I wasn't there, but my guess would be pretty bossy.

3. They say she used to be nice.

What did mom need to know about dad before she married him?

1. His last name.

2. She had to know his background. Like is he a crook? Does he get drunk on beer?

3. Does he make at least $800 a year? Did he say NO to drugs and YES to chores?

Why did your mom marry your dad?

1. My dad makes the best spaghetti in the world. And my Mom eats a lot.

2. She got too old to do anything else with him.

3. My grandma says that Mom didn't have her thinking cap on.

Who's the boss at your house?

1. Mom doesn't want to be boss, but she has to because dad's such a goof ball.

2. Mom. You can tell by room inspection. She sees the stuff under the bed.

3. I guess Mom is, but only because she has a lot more to do than dad.

What's the difference between moms & dads?

1. Moms work at work and work at home and dads just go to work at work.

2. Moms know how to talk to teachers without scaring them.

3. Dads are taller & stronger, but moms have all the real power 'cause that's who you got to ask if you want to sleep over at your friend's.

4. Moms have magic, they make you feel better without medicine.

What does your mom do in her spare time?

1. Mothers don't do spare time.

2. To hear her tell it, she pays bills all day long.

What would it take to make your mom perfect?

1. On the inside she's already perfect. Outside, I think some kind of plastic surgery.

2. Diet. You know, her hair. I'd diet, maybe blue.

If you could change one thing about your mom, what would it be?

1. She has this weird thing about me keeping my room clean. I'd get rid of that.

2. I'd make my mom smarter. Then she would know it was my sister who did it and not me.

3. I would like for her to get rid of those invisible eyes on the back of her head.

* Small Hours in Gramah's Kindergarten Room

I love these days. After school all the kids came over to my classroom. We made mac-n-cheese and ate fudge bars. The kids played house, puppets, animals, and watched learning videos. It is always fun to have them spend some small hours here, as I know they will be growing up before I know it. I hope you always feel welcome in my classroom!!! I love you all so very much! I appreciate all the time I get with you, and the time your mommy's give to my teaching.

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* School Carnival

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Monday, May 11, 2009

* Happy Mother's Day 2009

Happy Mother's Day to all my "girl" family and friends!
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Friday, May 8, 2009

Monday, May 4, 2009

* Tage's Rabbit

Rabbit has been your imaginary friend forever! You never blame rabbit for doing stuff.... you just always want to take care of rabbit, and always need him to be with you. I love you sweet boy! Never let go of Rabbit! Hugs!
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Sunday, April 19, 2009

* InkYouBater ! Reaching your potential.

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To you my grandson! You are amazing. It has been an amazing ride having you here at gramah Jackie's school. You have reached your full potential each and every day! It's time for you to begin 3rd grade in your neighborhood school. I will miss you. I wanted to give you a message of reflection on the days we've had together.

I have thanked Heavenly Father each day for the blessing of having you and your family visit my classroom. This is a world where there doesn't seem to be enough time for all that my heart desires to do. I desire to be the best Gramah I can be. To learn about my grandchildren, to show my spirit and love to them each day. Because I have to work, it is very hard for me to fullfill the desires in my heart. Having you here at school has been a win win blessing that cannot be measured. I've felt I could give more, be more because you were here.

On the days that you and your family stayed after school to "visit" you spent time writing and illustrating stories, creating alphabet characters, drawing, making puppets, practicing math, reading books, finding joy in the learning process. While other kids were home watching TV or playing video games, you've been here soaking in education, and loving it! I have treasured these times watching you learn.

I have especially treasured all the notes of love you have left for me. I have saved each and everyone of them. They are worth more than silver and gold.

Never once have you wandered around the building bothering teachers, the office people, or the custodians. You've always kept yourself in the right place at the right time. You never once came to me during the school day during learning time or recess. You are a special young man, and I love you so much.

Your teacher is proud of you. You are reading on a 4th grade level. You go to the public library and pick out 20 books, take them home, and read and learn from them.

I thank you Dax, for being here. Teaching is a rough and tiresome journey, but you have made these past few years almost perfect!

When Mr. Bryner said it was time for you to go to your neighborhood school, I knew he was right! There are friends in your ward and neighborhood that you need to meet, making GOOD friends who will bring great joy and blessings to your life. But there was a part of me that hurt so bad. It was my heart. I hadn't prepared myself for your leaving. I went to my classroom, went in my closet and wept and wept. I felt like my happy place was gone.

Looking back, I realize it is not gone. Making good life-long friends will bring YOU great joy and will bring GREAT blessings to my heart, far more than I can ever imagine. I am anxious to watch these tiny miracles in your life as you grow!

Always remember to thank your teachers for all they do for you in the learning process. They are good people who give so much. Always be a good student. Learn and practice good things. Listen to the spirit. Be where your Heavenly FAther would have you go, be His Ambassader. Be an example to your friends, and your teachers.

Walk in the light of our Savior's love.

I love you! I miss you! Come and visit ANYTIME... My door is ALWAYS open!

Loads of Love...Gramah Jackie