In considering yesterday's blog post about seeking another job, it occurred to me that there's another very large reason why I would like employment elsewhere. And that is because I'm certain that, if I am forced to continue making the drive every day on these back country roads where there are no apparent rules but … Continue reading Going on a Job Hunt: Addendum
On the Job
Going on a Job Hunt
Kids, I'm torn. Throughout my life, the only times I've ever sought a change in employment has been when I've become unhappy with my situation. As things are currently, I'm not unhappy with my position. In fact, I still love my job. There are certain aspects of the job that frustrate me, but show me … Continue reading Going on a Job Hunt
9 Reasons Why I Should Have Stayed In Bed This Morning
You know you have days like this. It's not that you're suddenly pessimistic about life in general. You just begin the day and feel like each small choice you make has only done more to make the day a little worse. It's not every day, of course. But today just might have been one of … Continue reading 9 Reasons Why I Should Have Stayed In Bed This Morning
The Single Guy vs. the School Bus
Today was the first day of school. This meant that the Single Guy was back on the job, full time. Sure, he had been putting in hours at the school for the last week or so, but today, the kids returned. He woke up early. He had the best intentions, expecting to arrive at school … Continue reading The Single Guy vs. the School Bus
Updating the Resume
It's a good idea to occasionally pull out the old resume and make some updates. It doesn't matter if you're applying for a new job or not, you just never know when you might need a fresh resume to hand to someone. I'm not saying you should carry around a dozen copies in your briefcase … Continue reading Updating the Resume
Back to Work
Kids, it's that time of year. After enjoying two blissful months off work, it's time for school to start back up. That means that I'll be spending a good eight hours each day hanging out at a tiny elementary school in rural southwest Virginia. To say that the internet is unreliable is an understatement. Those … Continue reading Back to Work
How I Spend My Days
So, I've been putting this post off for a while. It hasn't been on purpose. I've just been busy and have continually forgotten to put the words on the screen. But here we are. First, I want to apologize to Sandi over at Flip Flops Everyday, who asked me several weeks ago to explain what … Continue reading How I Spend My Days
Overheard at School
Well, boys and girls, today was the last day of school. In some ways, it felt like this school year took forever to reach the end. In other ways, it kind of flew by. Throughout the year, if you're a Facebook friend, you've seen the occasional status update that shows up under the heading "Overheard … Continue reading Overheard at School
Apparently It’s a Problem
I don't enjoy getting up early. I do it even when I don't have to because my body is conditioned to do so. But that doesn't mean I have to like it. So there are a lot of days when I will fully utilize the crap out of my alarm's snooze function. Sometimes this causes … Continue reading Apparently It’s a Problem
Do They Really Eat That?
Every day, children at my school are given several options to choose from for their lunch. Usually, these options consist of a different daily entree or the old standbys, PB&J or a chef salad. The entree changes every day. This is where you find your pizza, chicken nuggets, cheeseburgers, MAXX cheese sticks (whatever the heck … Continue reading Do They Really Eat That?
The Confusing Middle 