Day Off

Most people have Memorial Day off from work.  I wonder if they know why? When I was in the "wonderful world of education", the kids only knew they didn't have to go to school.  After trying to explain why this date was important, I usually got the response "Whatever."

IF I were teaching again, I would change some things.  I would teach phonics and spelling to every class; celebrate EVERY possible holiday; make each student feel more important; try to make them smile; and, enjoy each day.  

I have a lot of things I would do differently, if I could have a "redo" in my personal life.  I know I'd be a better wife and tell my husband how wonderful he was every single day.  Feeling I was too hard on my children, I would try to "back off" from all the rules and regulations and enjoy them more.  I'd try to ignore unimportant things and emphasize the good times even more. I'd try to be more aware of people's feelings and emotions.  I'd try to be nice to everyone.

I have heard some people say they have no regrets about their life.  I wish I could say that, but I try not to focus on the things I did wrong.  I have so many "right" people and things in my life.  "Someone" went to some one's house for lunch today and brought back a  "humongous" amount of food.  I've only been able to eat the rice and beans so far, but the chicken, potato salad and the watermelon all look good too.  He even brought me some Tylenol as I can't take aspirin any more.  See.  I know that I am blessed, and I never have doubted that for one moment.