School's out for summer, though not forever (sorry Alice Cooper). It's good to get a little time off every now and again. No, I did not sign up to teach just so I could keep getting summers off -- but it does sound like a nice perk. Of course I may end up teaching summer school or doing professional training in the future, but at least I will have the chance to do something different for three months of the year, and that's a source of satisfaction that many working stiffs may never get to enjoy.
Since I only get a couple of weeks off before gearing up for placement, I doubt that I'll do anything more ambitious than drive out to Dallesport to see my folks' new house. I might have to do a bit of hiking in the hills around here too -- recommendations for an inexperienced and slightly out-of-shape amateur would be most helpful.
For now my long-suffering wife and I are going out to eat at Denny's to celebrate my reprieve. I promised to share my opinions on the religious-clothing issue today, but that will have to wait a bit. Thanks for your patience, dear readers.
What a day.
15 years ago
Dave,
ReplyDeleteHow often do you get to The Gorge? I live in The Dalles and can probably see your parent's home from my front porch.
Barry Abrams
I don't get out there very often -- maybe once a year or so. I don't even know where my parents' new house is. The last time I was in the Dalles I visited my brother, who has an apartment nearby and sells John Deere out at Wasco.
ReplyDeleteNext time you are in the neighborhood give me a call. We can do some collaborative reflection.
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