Running right past February - Page 52

[bec]

Mommajb - Does H not like the eyes on her while she is reading? Or is she feeling excluded when everyone turns away (shunned?). I can see how either way could either be comforting or horrifying. I guess I would talk with the teacher about how she reacts (any way you can go and observe yourself?), and with H about how she feels about it.

This vegan talk is reminding me. We have some vegetarian friends that I have been meaning to invite to dinner. They are three single men living together, so I am not entirely sure how refined their palate is. But, I know they like Indian food, so don't shy from bold or exotic flavors. But, I get the idea that Bocu burgers make up a good deal of their diet. Anyway, if you were inviting a group of veggie single guys over to your house for dinner, what would you serve? I am pretty handy in the kitchen, and am not shy of trying new things, but I want to have my ducks in a row!

No running today, but I'm going to try to get out with DH tomorrow for a run. He has 28 minutes he needs to run, and I will finish off my mileage after he's done. I want to do around 3, but will go to 5 if I'm feeling good.

[Nickarolaberry]

Mommajb, I think reading out loud to the class should be voluntary, and include as much or as little as the child feels comfortable with. First grade is a bit young to force them into a 'public speaking' lesson. I think she's doing fine, and some people never develop a comfort level with that kind of exposure. I mean, not only is she being asked to read out loud in front of a class, but also expose her own work! That's a lot...

Do I get the Dingo Hardcore Award of the Day? I just ran 11.3 miles, 1:57, in the pouring cold rain. (with RP).

[MamaChicken]

I think it might have helped me if a teacher had offered to do stuff like that for me. Maybe not turn completely away, but just not staring at me either? At least until I got used to the idea.

[mommajb]

She doesn't like to be watched, especially when she is doing something. It bothers me that she is showing a weakness and I worry she is making herself a target. I also think the teacher is moving too slowly on this item if she is expecting it of the rest of the class though I don't agree with the assignment overall. She is more than willing to delight in any special attention and see how far she can take it.

ETA The public speaking is a 3rd grade standard they are required to start practicing now. I don't mind the reading aloud but I don't think they should be forced to share their journals. I am not sure of the value of spending so much class time on sharing what they have written. I am trying not to worry so much about the actual assignment and look at how she is handling it. I don't know what I should be worrying about some days.

[bec]

It sounds like a complicated issue. A lot of things are making that water muddy. The attention seeking (what I call drama in my girls ), the having to be brave enough to read out loud, the sharing of journal writing. It just seems like there should be a way to simplify each thing, separate each issue, and deal with them on an individual basis.

[pumpkinseed]

Yea-that is it in a nutshell with K. I don't want her to lose her voice-both years her teachers have commented -somewhat positively-that you don't have to worry about K -that she stands up for herself. But I already see it with this little boy that she is seen as the B&%^$ if she does stand up for herself, you know? He also calls her stupid. Every single day I never thought about the violence boy/girl situation-that makes me even more sure that I am doing the right thing and not sitting quiet with this with the teacher. Dh is fired up-I am probably going to have to hold him back during the conference.

Zub-I have got one of the most sweetest compassionate men for a husband Not sure how that happened but it did-he is from a large family-and not all the boys are like that -so with him it might be more nature than nurture-not sure...

Mommajb

Bec-what about simple hand rolls? That is always a fun company pleaser and veggie friendly. I usually set out everything in the middle of the table and everyone makes there own...seaweed, sticky rice, cucumbers, avocado, red pepper, bean sprouts, whatever you want to put in there. You can also make an easy homemade miso soup to go w. it (miso paste, scallions, tofu and seaweed)-delish and company friendly-I always think eating with your hands with company makes people more relaxed and chatty

Oh yea-and get this-I have running to report After an almost 12 week hiatus due to my rib injury and then snow-I ran 3 miles today! Woohoo!!

[babybugmama]

We're having a bunch of people over today and we are doing make your own pizza. I made single size pizza crusts for everyone (sounds tougher than it is). Then bowls of fixins' including sauce, a bruschetta instead of sauce, cheese, mushrooms, green bell pepper, veggie pepperoni, spinach, pineapple, and the meat stuff - barbeque chicken, regular pepperoni, and ham.

The teacher may be having the students look away to try to help that focus. But I wonder if the kids could sit in a circle instead and the child remains sitting? Less pomp and circumstance, kwim? I think also it being a journal piece may be tough...to write from your heart and have that evaluated is tough. Maybe ask her too what part is hard, reading what she wrote, reading anything, or just plain standing in front of the class.

No running yesterday or today. I'm puny. But grumpy puny. Not sick enough to be in bed, but sick enough to be pissy. But rather than make my cold take longer to get rid of I took the days off. I hope to run tomorrow.

So Dh was telling me about the goofy? There's another! The Dopey - 5k on friday, 1/2 on saturday, and full on sunday. I can't do it bc he's running the 5k and no one can take care of the kids...but that's too funny!

My homeschooling dd this year was in part due to me wanting to help her find her voice. She is perceived as a strong personality, but she's actually extremely sensitive and intimidated by kids even a little older. But not too long ago a boy threatened her with words physically (if that makes sense) and she moved away from him and immediately got help from the instuctor. A year ago she would've gotten away from the boy, but just bottled it up inside. I'd rather be a b*t#h than a doormat. I don't care about labels. And neither should our girls. Learning how to be assertive is as critical as learning to read.

[1jooj]

Originally Posted by babybugmama

I'd rather be a b*t#h than a doormat. I don't care about labels. And neither should our girls. Learning how to be assertive is as critical as learning to read.

mommajb, I actually go for time but also pay attention to distance. I also read calorie counters, though. I like to try to burn 700-800 on machines. OCD? Maybe...

Surivived mom's speaking of. Though dh almost didn't. My dad tried to electrocute him, but he's all right.

btw, tomorrow is SPA DAY!

[mommajb]

Ladies, thank you I don't know how the sharing is done or what she perceives to be the hard part. I just saw that she threw a fit, accomodations were given and she was milking it or not making much progress. I have more to think about and discuss with her.

p'seed, for running!

The Dopey?! Even better.

Jo, yes, OCD, I have it too and need to be careful. If I count too many ways lazy me finds too many stopping points along the way.

BBM, you are so right about assertiveness and a healthy dose of self-esteem. I hope you are feeling better and quickly.

[Nemesis]

I feel like it is just so hard to raise girls because of all of the worry I have. I grew up the youngest of 6 with great acceptance for my "tomboy" ways. I managed to grow up mostly unscathed by the issues I see so common in young women. I worry that I won't know how to handle these issues with my girls, or worse- that I won't recognise them at all. I want them to grow up strong and capable and happy. I am fearful that I will fail them somehow, though.

Bec- how about chickpea curry? It's a favorite here and really easy to put together.

I have been in a running rut. I haven't gone out for a run since my 5K (two weeks ago!). Ouch.
Anyway, I am dressed now and ready to go. I hope it isn't too painful..

[JenLove]

nemesis ~ Running rut? I hear ya. I haven't really ran since my 5K either. Good for you for getting ready and getting out there!!

Btw, can you share that recipe?

[Penelope]

RR: 9 awesome miles outside. It was low-30's, sunny, and I'd meant to do six but felt so good 3m in that I kept running. Considered doing 10, but turned around at 4.5 to discover.... really brisk cold wind which I hadn't noticed at all before since it was behind me. No wonder I felt so fast. It was a little chilly, and I slowed way down on the way home, but didn't fall on the ice or have much trouble breathing. And my knee was solid the whole time. It felt so, so, so good. And it's my birthday.

Made some cheesecake this afternoon and we're going out to dinner, a rare treat these days. I have a ton of grading to do, but it's feeling like a super good weekend.

[mommajb]

Happy Birthday!!!

[Nemesis]

Originally Posted by JenLove

nemesis ~ Running rut? I hear ya. I haven't really ran since my 5K either. Good for you for getting ready and getting out there!!

Btw, can you share that recipe?

Thanks. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, but I didn't get a lot done. 2 miles with a few walk breaks. I might go for another run tomorrow.

Curry:

Sautee a chopped onion and garlic (and any other spices) in olive oil, add tomato paste, a squeeze of lemon and curry paste. I usually also like to add some extra spices: cardamom pods, coriander, cumin, whatever..
Add a can of coconut milk (or broth) and chickpeas. Simmer 10 min. or so, or until you get the spices right. Serve over rice.

It's the easy version and actually tastes pretty good. I like mine really spicy, but it's good even with just a mild curry paste.

[ashcav]

I'm on my phone so no real personals from me although I tried and failed.

Happy Birthday, Penelope!!! Nice run!

Thank you to my ss! I'm loving all the chocolate even if my waist isn't haha I need to send a package out myself.

My half is tomorrow morning and its likely to be snowing/raining ughhhh but I'll survive. I just hope I come close to my goal time. I'll be back tomorrow with an update.

Have a great weekend!!

[JenLove]

Happy Birthday, Penelope!

Nemesis ~
I have never made/ate curry. I will have to give it a try though.

[Realrellim]

mommajb--It sounds like the teacher is being reasonable--and even if she expects it of the rest of the class, it's also true that most of the students probably aren't struggling with the same issues. I never had a problem speaking in front of a class, so there was no "learning curve" for me there. OTOH that's the kind of thing R would struggle with because she has so many anxiety issues. Letting her go step by step is probably a good method because it allows her to master one part of it, have a sense of success, and then have the confidence to go further.

[Plady]

Penelope!

JenLove - You must try curry now!

Okay I need some serious kicking dingos! I haven't run since, hmm, a week ago Friday and then it was only 30 minutes. How am I ever going to be even a little bit ready for that Half in 6 weeks
And I need shoes. My Nikes were giving me blisters on the balls of my feet so I decided that = thrashed, but now my only option is a pair of ancient Asics that were thrashed long before the marathon. Maybe I'd better start thinking walk-run with a heavy emphasis on walk huh?

Geo - Did your dd decide about the party? I would definitely fall in the camp of No Way Jose and probably wouldn't even have told dd the evite had happened . But then it would be empowering to say no if dd was able to understand that.

I'm not really caught up here, just breezing through between unpacking and trying to maintain a high level of organization since I know that once it's gone it's gone.

[calicocj]

Thank you SS!!

just got home, wading through 18 inches of snow, to find a lovely package w/ among other lovely things, some seeds to remind that spring will eventually come

mostly reading along, I've been so swamped with a conference presentation and project report due last week and 3 NSF grants due this coming week. I'm only PI on one, but still so much left to do. My FM has taken a serious backseat

But we did get out sledding and playing in the snow today, so at least enjoying the snow and warmish weather...

ETA:
Courtney!

[poppywise]

Originally Posted by Plady

Okay I need some serious kicking dingos! I haven't run since, hmm, a week ago Friday and then it was only 30 minutes. How am I ever going to be even a little bit ready for that Half in 6 weeks
And I need shoes. My Nikes were giving me blisters on the balls of my feet so I decided that = thrashed, but now my only option is a pair of ancient Asics that were thrashed long before the marathon. Maybe I'd better start thinking walk-run with a heavy emphasis on walk huh?

me and you, babe.

do you like my boat? so glad we're in it together!

i have taken 2 weeks off due to this calf strain, and my top mileage at that time was 8 miles. my half is in 4 weeks.

i'm starting back with a 6 mile run tomorrow - you in?

jenlove - oh my curry. get some soon! stuff of gods, i swear.

i have more to add but will have to get back to it later...