Self-Esteem is EARNED. So Is Shame.

Mamacita says:  I wanted to put a picture of dysfunctional, misbehaving students here, but I got so angry as I searched for a freebie, I had to stop. Because I’m going to lay it on the line here, so stand … Continue reading

Ten Things I STILL Haven't Done Yet!

Mamacita says:  I’ll get around to it.  Oh, wait, I’ve got one of those now! <—— 1.  I’ve never been to a spa.  I have a sort of thing about people touching my feet, and if I got a manicure, … Continue reading

What Makes A Good Principal/Administrator?

Mamacita says:  Most schools are in their last couple of months now, so I thought maybe it was time to post this again, in case a community is in the market for a new principal for next fall.  If any … Continue reading

If You Didn't Earn It, You Don't Deserve It

Mamacita says:  The world is so full of lovely, kind, honest people. Seriously, I agree with Anne Frank, who said, “In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart.” How is it that in a … Continue reading

The Welcome Mat: A Virtual Venn Diagram

Mamacita says:  I’ll start this off with my usual flippant “Bring it on.” There is a child’s world, and there is an adult’s world.  Often, they intersect.  Sometimes, they don’t, and each is best kept in his/her proper section.  Those … Continue reading

Faith and Begorrah

Mamacita says: May you be buried in a casket made from the wood of a 100 year old oak That I shall plant tomorrow. Oh, tis a wondrous thing to be Irish, although the same could not be said earlier … Continue reading