You can learn many things from children. How much patience you have, for instance.
~Franklin P. Jones
Next semester is my last semester before I graduate. I have been waiting for weeks to find out my placement for next semester to see where I will be doing my student teaching. Last week, I received the email I had been waiting for. I got my wish and am staying in the same classroom I am in right now! I am so happy because I love my cooperating teacher and the children are great. I have to take a minute to tell a short story about one of the kids in my class- I was trying to explain to him why I am a Miss and why his teacher is a Mrs. (For anyone who has every tried to do this can sympathize with me). I told this particular boy that my new last name would be Eschler so then I would be Mrs. Eschler. He straight up told me that he did not like that name and that it made him want to throw up in his mouth! A five year old said this to me (How brutally honest kindergartners are)! I could not imagine leaving this class right now so I am very excited to stay and teach in the same classroom.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I cannot wait. I am headed to Oklahoma tomorrow to go visit family and friends from my hometown. School is getting very stressful and now is a perfect time to take a break. Oh by the way, I started reading the Twilight Saga (I hated being out of the loop) so that should keep me busy on my long ride to Oklahoma.
I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving!
God Bless,
Aly
Friday, November 21, 2008
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
History in the Making
If you don't like something change it; if you can't change it, change the way you think about it. ~Mary Engelbreit
So, today was Election Day. I cannot believe it has already come in gone! Time sure flies! I will not state my opinions but today is a day everyone will remember. My quote (above) I chose today is something that everyone needs to try and follow, not matter your party. It is a quote I will have to read often, which shows wise words. The University Center at UNC was a polling place and that is where I went and voted today. I was so impressed how efficient it was and I was only there about twenty minute’s total. I was student teaching in my kindergarten class today and my teacher had them cast their own ballots. It was so cool to see five year olds really get into it! It makes me confident in our future!
I went to my first Denver Broncos game on Sunday and had so much fun! Invesco Stadium was an awesome place to see and I feel so blessed that I got to go and sit 14 rows from the field! Wahoo! This is one reason I love Colorado. I have been to see the Nuggets, Rockies, Broncos, and Eagles while only having to drive about an hour away. There are so many things to do in Greeley, let alone places right around it. Some people seem to think there is not a lot to do, but I think they are wrong! I usually have a hard time deciding what I should do. My fiancé and I just went to the batting cages the other day and had so much fun. I hope that you all can make a trip to Greeley and see all the things there are to do as well!
Talk soon,
Aly
http://www.quotegarden.com/
So, today was Election Day. I cannot believe it has already come in gone! Time sure flies! I will not state my opinions but today is a day everyone will remember. My quote (above) I chose today is something that everyone needs to try and follow, not matter your party. It is a quote I will have to read often, which shows wise words. The University Center at UNC was a polling place and that is where I went and voted today. I was so impressed how efficient it was and I was only there about twenty minute’s total. I was student teaching in my kindergarten class today and my teacher had them cast their own ballots. It was so cool to see five year olds really get into it! It makes me confident in our future!
I went to my first Denver Broncos game on Sunday and had so much fun! Invesco Stadium was an awesome place to see and I feel so blessed that I got to go and sit 14 rows from the field! Wahoo! This is one reason I love Colorado. I have been to see the Nuggets, Rockies, Broncos, and Eagles while only having to drive about an hour away. There are so many things to do in Greeley, let alone places right around it. Some people seem to think there is not a lot to do, but I think they are wrong! I usually have a hard time deciding what I should do. My fiancé and I just went to the batting cages the other day and had so much fun. I hope that you all can make a trip to Greeley and see all the things there are to do as well!
Talk soon,
Aly
http://www.quotegarden.com/
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
FIVE GIRLS AND ONE HOUSE...
I'll bet living in a nudist colony takes all the fun out of Halloween. ~Author Unknown I cannot believe that Halloween is already almost here. The picture to the left is of my roommates and I during a get together last Halloween at our house. It was so much fun and I cannot wait until this Halloween! Living in the residence halls during Halloween was fun because little kids were allowed to come knock on all our doors and we got to hand out candy and see all the cute costumes!
You all might notice that there are four girls in the picture above. We do also have one more roommate that just moved in so she is not in the photo. That is FIVE girls living in one house. Although it can be rough sometimes, we still have our good times. I have learned many things throughout these last couple of years.
Some of the things I have learned:
Compromise
Do your chores
Think of others feelings
Learn to share clothes
Hope your other roommates wear the same size shoe as you :)
The rest of the house is not your bedroom
Know how to laugh and have a good time
Some of my best memories have been with these three girls. They will always be an important part of my life!
Aly
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
WAIT...DID YOU SAY MIDTERMS?!
Children seldom misquote. In fact, they usually repeat word for word what you shouldn't have said. ~Author Unknown
Wow…Midterms are already here. These last couple weeks have been super busy and I have been going nonstop. Although I have been busy, I have had a fun couple of weeks. Fall sports kicked off a couple weeks ago so that makes me happy! First of all, our club hockey team is amazing and so fun to watch. Both games have sold out the last two weeks! You have to buy your tickets early if you want to go! I have also been to two volleyball games. They have won both games and made it so much fun to watch. The football team has also had a few games but I have not been able to make it. My roommates have and have had a blast at them. Unfortunately, we have lost by only a couple points each game :( Tonight, UNC plays CSU in volleyball! I am so excited to watch this game; it will definitely be intense.
So, you all know that I am student teaching two days a week this semester. Well, today I taught my second lesson by myself. I stayed up until about one o’clock this morning studying the lesson. Those kindergartners can be a little scary sometimes and I wanted to be fully prepared. It actually went really well and I was only corrected by a few kindergartners :). I have taken two midterm tests and felt pretty confident about both of them, thank goodness. I just wanted to give you an update on my life and I hope you all are doing great. Hang in there!
Time is flying by…so make sure to still have fun!
Until Next Time,
Aly
www.quotegarden.com
Wow…Midterms are already here. These last couple weeks have been super busy and I have been going nonstop. Although I have been busy, I have had a fun couple of weeks. Fall sports kicked off a couple weeks ago so that makes me happy! First of all, our club hockey team is amazing and so fun to watch. Both games have sold out the last two weeks! You have to buy your tickets early if you want to go! I have also been to two volleyball games. They have won both games and made it so much fun to watch. The football team has also had a few games but I have not been able to make it. My roommates have and have had a blast at them. Unfortunately, we have lost by only a couple points each game :( Tonight, UNC plays CSU in volleyball! I am so excited to watch this game; it will definitely be intense.
So, you all know that I am student teaching two days a week this semester. Well, today I taught my second lesson by myself. I stayed up until about one o’clock this morning studying the lesson. Those kindergartners can be a little scary sometimes and I wanted to be fully prepared. It actually went really well and I was only corrected by a few kindergartners :). I have taken two midterm tests and felt pretty confident about both of them, thank goodness. I just wanted to give you an update on my life and I hope you all are doing great. Hang in there!
Time is flying by…so make sure to still have fun!
Until Next Time,
Aly
www.quotegarden.com
Monday, September 15, 2008
Secret: Planner
Don't marry the person you think you can live with; marry only the individual you think you can't live without. ~James C. Dobson
Hey guys! I hope everyone is enjoying school. It definitely is flying by! I just wanted to give you an update of how school and the wedding planning was going. So far, so good. I was told it would be a very stressful time in my life right now while I try and plan my wedding and students teach. It is stressful, but nowhere close to what I thought it would be. The secret is to keep a planner. I take my planner with me everywhere and could not survive without it. If I lost it tomorrow, I am not sure what I would do! I am telling you this now because I did not realize this until my sophomore year. I have done so much better with it and keep a very organized life now. With so many different classes, it is a great way to write down when your homework is due. Trust me on this; a planner does miracles. We now have our engagement pictures, photographer, our save-the-date cards done, and plenty of ideas in mind. With my handy dandy planner, my senior year should stay a little more stress free!
Monday, September 8, 2008
For A More Serious Side...
I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday. ~Author Unknown
Even though school is stressful right now, I am still loving every minute of it. The thing about college is that the experience is not just about school, but about the environment, and the friends you make. Two weeks ago, something happened that had a major effect on my life. What happened made me appreciate life more and gave me a new perspective. It is so important to cherish the people in our lives and to be thankful for what we have. College has changed me in many ways and they have all been for the better. It forces you to grow up, think for yourself, and become a responsible, respectable individual.
When I graduated high school, I thought I knew what I was getting myself into coming to college, but really had no idea. It has surpassed my expectations in many ways. I thought I might have learned a little about how to become a teacher, and now almost feel as if I could start teaching tomorrow. I thought I might meet some cool people, and now have met my future husband, and have life-lasting friendships. I thought I might have to grow up and become a little bit responsible, but have surprised myself at how much I have grown. I thought I might have some fun, but have had the time of my life! These are just a few things to look forward to. For those of you who are contemplating college, just know that it is worth it. I would not trade a minute of what I have gone through for anything. My experiences, good and bad, have made me who I am today. I want everyone else to have the opportunity to grow in college like I did. I just hope you guys are ready for the time of YOUR life!
Aly
www.quotegarden.com
Even though school is stressful right now, I am still loving every minute of it. The thing about college is that the experience is not just about school, but about the environment, and the friends you make. Two weeks ago, something happened that had a major effect on my life. What happened made me appreciate life more and gave me a new perspective. It is so important to cherish the people in our lives and to be thankful for what we have. College has changed me in many ways and they have all been for the better. It forces you to grow up, think for yourself, and become a responsible, respectable individual.
When I graduated high school, I thought I knew what I was getting myself into coming to college, but really had no idea. It has surpassed my expectations in many ways. I thought I might have learned a little about how to become a teacher, and now almost feel as if I could start teaching tomorrow. I thought I might meet some cool people, and now have met my future husband, and have life-lasting friendships. I thought I might have to grow up and become a little bit responsible, but have surprised myself at how much I have grown. I thought I might have some fun, but have had the time of my life! These are just a few things to look forward to. For those of you who are contemplating college, just know that it is worth it. I would not trade a minute of what I have gone through for anything. My experiences, good and bad, have made me who I am today. I want everyone else to have the opportunity to grow in college like I did. I just hope you guys are ready for the time of YOUR life!
Aly
www.quotegarden.com
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Oh My Oh My...
Teaching is the profession that teaches all the other professions. ~Author Unknown
Time really does fly by when you are having fun. The second week of school is already almost over! I have been waiting very impatiently to hear about my placement into an elementary school and I finally heard last week. I was told I would be in a kindergarten classroom at a school in Greeley. Yesterday was my first day in the school and I could not be happier. The teacher of the classroom is very knowledgeable and the children are so cute and willing to learn. I will be there two days a week and cannot wait to become more involved in their classroom. This is one thing I love about the education department. I will have at least 800 hours in field experience by the time I graduate. Wow! I know, right! I will be very busy but I also know that I will be very well prepared to teach on my own next year.
Aly
Time really does fly by when you are having fun. The second week of school is already almost over! I have been waiting very impatiently to hear about my placement into an elementary school and I finally heard last week. I was told I would be in a kindergarten classroom at a school in Greeley. Yesterday was my first day in the school and I could not be happier. The teacher of the classroom is very knowledgeable and the children are so cute and willing to learn. I will be there two days a week and cannot wait to become more involved in their classroom. This is one thing I love about the education department. I will have at least 800 hours in field experience by the time I graduate. Wow! I know, right! I will be very busy but I also know that I will be very well prepared to teach on my own next year.
Aly
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