Mamacita says: I’ve posted about this subject before, but with the approach of holiday season, it’s on my mind again, so I’ve written a new post about this same thing. We’re tired. We work all day and in the evenings, … Continue reading
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Mamacita says: It looks so good on paper. You know, like communism and NCLB. The problem with all these things is this: they don’t work. Like an expensive dog with elite genealogy papers and a genetic flaw, they’ll all eventually … Continue reading
Mamacita says: Several years ago, back in the middle school, we had a student whose mother was referred to as “the mother from Hell,” and everyone in the building knew exactly who we were talking about whenever someone said it. … Continue reading
Mamacita says: Whether or not you celebrate Christmas has nothing whatsoever to do with being Santa Claus for someone. Call it whatever you wish: just call it something, and go forth and do it. Letting your soul curl up into … Continue reading
Well, by now you all know me pretty well, and you know that I love kids. I love my kids, and I love your kids. I also love most of you, and because I love most people, I made sure … Continue reading
Mamacita says: I have long been a fan of Chris Brogan, and now I think I might love him madly. As a teacher, I am always on the lookout for new and better things to do, and for better ways … Continue reading