Check out thisEhow.com article that I wrote on becoming an Enotes editor.
http://www.ehow.com/how_4729672_extra-money-being-enotes-editor.html
Friday, January 23, 2009
A Poem for Disruputive Students
I SEE YOU
You make strange noises
OR You laugh at things
That are not funny
OR Maybe you FART
LOUD and SMELLY
Because your voice has
Been silenced
By 9, 10, or 11 years
Of the Public School Prison
And for some reason
You’ve gotten into your head
That you cannot be successful
That you’ll always be the one
Laughing, Throwing, Farting
And you think that
Laughing, Throwing, Farting
Is the only way that you can be
HEARD
BUT
I see you; I hear you
I see a Doctor, Lawyer
Teacher, Preacher,
Policeman, Fireman,
Husband, Father
Mother, Wife
I see You!I hear You!
You make strange noises
OR You laugh at things
That are not funny
OR Maybe you FART
LOUD and SMELLY
Because your voice has
Been silenced
By 9, 10, or 11 years
Of the Public School Prison
And for some reason
You’ve gotten into your head
That you cannot be successful
That you’ll always be the one
Laughing, Throwing, Farting
And you think that
Laughing, Throwing, Farting
Is the only way that you can be
HEARD
BUT
I see you; I hear you
I see a Doctor, Lawyer
Teacher, Preacher,
Policeman, Fireman,
Husband, Father
Mother, Wife
I see You!I hear You!
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Raleigh NC is CLOSED!
After watching President Obama’s inauguration, I decided to trek through 3.5 inches of snow and walk across the street to enjoy some coffee and Wi-Fi at Panera Bread. As an English teacher (School was closed today of course!), I thought it would be the perfect setting to reread Macbeth as I prepare for the spring semester.
My first clue should have been that there were no cars in the parking lot. But I was determined to make this day into a coffee commercial—me with my lap top, sitting at a deli, sipping coffee and reading Macbeth with a blanket of fresh snow on the ground. When I peered into the deli, not a creature was stirring not even a mouse (at least I hope not a mouse). So I trekked onto the Subway (restaurant) nearby and low and behold, there were a few people stirring. I bought two 20-oz. diet cokes, and then I was homeward bound. I decided that sitting in Subway, just didn’t have the same feel as the quaint deli. And I don’t even think they have WI-FI.
My first clue should have been that there were no cars in the parking lot. But I was determined to make this day into a coffee commercial—me with my lap top, sitting at a deli, sipping coffee and reading Macbeth with a blanket of fresh snow on the ground. When I peered into the deli, not a creature was stirring not even a mouse (at least I hope not a mouse). So I trekked onto the Subway (restaurant) nearby and low and behold, there were a few people stirring. I bought two 20-oz. diet cokes, and then I was homeward bound. I decided that sitting in Subway, just didn’t have the same feel as the quaint deli. And I don’t even think they have WI-FI.
Friday, January 16, 2009
I just paid $1,600 for my car, and I'm okay with that!
Several weeks ago, I noticed that when my 2003 Toyota Corolla got over 35 mph, the sound it made had a striking resemblance to an airplane taking off. For a few weeks, I tried to ignore it by turning up the radio. To add insult to injury, when I stopped at a stoplight, it shook nervously like a scared kitty.
Finally, I resolved to take it to the shop (the Toyota Dealer) , something I hadn't done in the six years that I had owned the car. (The only thing that I had done was get my oil changed.) So I drove the car to the dealer and waited anxiously for the call. When I finally got the call, the customer service rep. listed 15 things that were wrong with my car. "And that will cost you between $2,000 and $2,200 m'am", he said. I responded with silence. When I finally got my voice back, I chosee the things like tires, wheel baring, battery, brakes that actually needed fixing right now. I said I would put off the transmission flush until the summer when I had the money.
After I got over the SHOCK of paying $1,600 for my car, I actually saw it as a blessing. I felt blessed because:
1. I probably won't need to purchase a car for several more years,
which means: No New Car Payment!
2. I can pay off the $1,600 (that I charged to my credit card) in just
a few months.
3. My car drives like a dream.
4. Personal transportation EQUALS freedom!
Finally, I resolved to take it to the shop (the Toyota Dealer) , something I hadn't done in the six years that I had owned the car. (The only thing that I had done was get my oil changed.) So I drove the car to the dealer and waited anxiously for the call. When I finally got the call, the customer service rep. listed 15 things that were wrong with my car. "And that will cost you between $2,000 and $2,200 m'am", he said. I responded with silence. When I finally got my voice back, I chosee the things like tires, wheel baring, battery, brakes that actually needed fixing right now. I said I would put off the transmission flush until the summer when I had the money.
After I got over the SHOCK of paying $1,600 for my car, I actually saw it as a blessing. I felt blessed because:
1. I probably won't need to purchase a car for several more years,
which means: No New Car Payment!
2. I can pay off the $1,600 (that I charged to my credit card) in just
a few months.
3. My car drives like a dream.
4. Personal transportation EQUALS freedom!
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Software for 75% off!!
You can get software for 75% at campustech.com. This site offers just about any type of software your would want from Microsft Office to Adobe Creative Suite. For exampe, Microsoft Office which is usually 499.00 is only 129.00.
What are stipulations, you ask? We'll there are just a few:
1. It is educational software, so you need to be a teacher or a student (K-12 or college) to receive the discount.
2. Because it's educational software, you can't upgrade.
You can also receive an educational discount if you order directly through Adobe: https://store1.adobe.com/cfusion/store/html/index.cfm?store=OLS-EDU&event=displayEduConditions
You should give it a try; Ive used campustech.com several times, and I am very pleased.
What are stipulations, you ask? We'll there are just a few:
1. It is educational software, so you need to be a teacher or a student (K-12 or college) to receive the discount.
2. Because it's educational software, you can't upgrade.
You can also receive an educational discount if you order directly through Adobe: https://store1.adobe.com/cfusion/store/html/index.cfm?store=OLS-EDU&event=displayEduConditions
You should give it a try; Ive used campustech.com several times, and I am very pleased.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
5 Things You Can Do with Old Jeans
1. Make a "jean purse." This is a really cute and fun arts and crafts activity that you can do alone or with your kids. It can take as little as fifteen minutes, depending upon how creative you want to get. Visit the following site for more details: http://www.ehow.com/how_4703977_purse-out-old-jeans-minutes.html
2. Make them look vintage- You can do this by cutting off the bottom hem and cutting off the tags (like Lee, Levi etc.)
3. Turn them in to capris or shorts.
4. Embellish them- Glue embellishments like sparkly stars, buttons etc on to your jeans with fabric glue. Fabric glue is inexpensive and easy to find--they sell it at Walmart.
5. Draw on Them,-Write on Them- Use a fabric pen/marker to write and/or draw on your jeans.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Free Directiory Assistance
Go ahead and put this number into your phone: 1-800-466-4411. You can use this number instead of the traditional 411. It can save you up to a dollar a call.
Give it a try; you've got absolutely nothing to lose.
Give it a try; you've got absolutely nothing to lose.
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