Bright Minds

Looking A Lot Like Christmas

December 24, 2007

My front door…….

The tree, some presents and the cat……….

I know, the tree looks crammed into that tight corner. The problem is that Dr. Man sent me out to buy a tree and I came back with one that was basically too big. We both figured it would be a pain to take back so it ended up staying. That spot was the best that we could do.

Gift wrapping central……

Did I ever mention that I’m a horrible gift wrapper? I much prefer to stick things in a gift bag and call it day, that is unless my mother is nearby to wrap it for me. She’s good. Really good. When she’s done wrapping gifts they usually look too good to unwrap. However, this Christmas, we will be 3,000+ miles apart so, so much for that.

I usually don’t put a lot on my Christmas tree. Dr. Man and I have a tradition of ordering a personalized ornament each year, whether we plan to stay in town or not. However, when searching for a new personalized ornament this year, I came across and ordered ornaments that were words. They said/say “Peace,” “Faith,” and “Hope.” I want to extend those, plus Love and Joy to all of you this holiday season. Surely we could all use a little of each.

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Origami Gone Bad

December 23, 2007

This takes the beautiful art of origami to a different level. A student of mine created a “working” origami gun, which he said was his “9,” as in 9mm. Anyway, he made this “gun” so that a portion of it could actually slide, as one would do when cocking a real gun.

I found myself amazed and saddened at the same time. I was amazed because, for one, I had never seen something like it before, and while I hated to admit it (and still do), it was kind of creative. Yet, I also couldn’t keep from feeling somewhat saddened that he used that same creativity to create a gun of all things. And, I was further saddened when he told me that he learned how to make it the 5th grade. He’s now in the 10th.

Oh, and in case you’re wondering, yes that is gang writing on the side of that little thing.

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As Seen In The Classroom: Priceless

November 13, 2007

I’ll just let the shirt, the fake gold chain, and the kid wearing both speak for themselves…….

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Much Love and Respect

November 12, 2007

To all who have and continue to serve, know that you are appreciated.

You too Dad! 😉

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No, I Didn’t Fall Off The Face Of The Earth

October 6, 2007

Hey folks, I didn’t post much in September and this is the first post of (many more to come) this month, but I just wanted you all to know that I’m still here.

I had surgery recently and aside from not having the physical strength to write, I haven’t had it in me emotionally and mentally either. But, I’m getting there and I didn’t want you all to think that I just up and disappeared. Just recuperating is all and working with someone to improve the blog as well.

Health wise, I will update you soon. I too am still gathering information and taking in what I do know, and I’m looking for a way to raise awareness of the condition through this blog/site.

Anyway, I’m thinking of all of you and have even been lurking on some of your blogs/sites to keep up with you.

Much Love to Ya!

🙂

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