so in my former life i was a math teacher. i taught the lowest math you could take and still be in high school. i say that just so you don't think i'm some sort of savant, because trust me- i'm not. i'm related to one, but i wasn't given that gift. if you think i'm just doing the false humility thing, you can go talk to my former bosses. they will inform you that my skills are adequate, but not exceptional. (or for that matter just ask my former students)
ANYWAYS, i've actually had the chance to do a good bit of math in the past few days. it's been a few years, and i have definitely forgotten a few things. but can i just say how good it felt to be using my brain!! to actually engage part of my noggin that doesn't have anything to do with dora, wubbzy, or dr. seuss. i'm telling you friends i'm feeling pretty awesome right now. this high is all natural.
i'm thinking about making a poster that says "MATH not METH" i think it would sell. at least other geeky math nerd teachers would buy it. i think i'm missing a major marketing opportunity.
YOU CRACK ME UP!!!! but i know what you mean :-) our lives are all about little children and their interests, and we sometimes miss being "normal" grown-ups. i love helping the kids with their English questions and using my adult brain to edit the Lemays' engineering reports. those are reminders that we're moms AND adults with other skills.
ReplyDeleteWhatever, you were totally the best (and my favorite) math teacher in highschool! Algebra 1 & 2 are still my favorite classes from highschool! Afterall, couldnt celebrate Pi Day in English. And I DEFINITELY can not celebrate it in law school (although, I do plan on treating myself to a slice of pie come March 14th!) Miss you and will continue to be praying!
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