Now that the holidays are over, we have a car, kids are in school (Olivia starts preschool tomorrow, thank goodness!), etc. I am trying to figure out my routine. It's kind of weird not to be in my own house, with my things. I don't yet have a calling at church and I really miss that. They asked me to lead the scrapbooking group but I basically declined. I would usually be happy to do anything I am asked to do, but I don't scrapbook anymore. I have seriously done it like twice in the past 2.5 years. They meet on the 2nd Friday of each month and right now I am committed to playing indoor soccer on Friday nights- so technically I wouldn't be able to support the group anyway. Ok, I am making excuses now. I just don't want to do it, I guess. In my last ward, as part of my calling, I lead ALL the groups, so I am kind of just over it. Is that bad?
No need to worry, though. If you thought that we have turned into major church slackers since our move, oh no. We get to speak in church on Sunday. Yeah, I know. We just got here. And, the best part is, they just asked us this past Sunday. So, we get like 6 days to prepare. I personally like a couple weeks notice, but oh well. The topic we have to speak on is The Family: A Proclamation to the World. That is a good topic, but a little broad. We'll have to decide what areas we want to cover.
Other good news is that I get my hair cut tomorrow. I have been in need of therapy, not only for the sad state of my hair currently, but also because I recently found out that the only person in the universe who knows how to cut my hair quit her profession and now owns a Cold Stone with her husband! I seriously wanted to cry. I have been looking forward for MONTHS to come back to this person. After 2 years of really bad haircuts in Australia (I tried like 4 different people then finally gave up), I was sure that I was going to come back to Tammy and she would save my hair. What to do? I am going to Kaylyn's friend in Lehi so I really, really hope that she can do something with this mop. The good thing is, I have very low expectations. So if I come out with a great haircut, I will be pleasantly surprised. Miracles happen.
I went to volunteer at Austin's school today. I like his teacher. She is about my mom's age- very sweet, talkative, kind. I am so frustrated right now though b/c he is not getting work at his level. She seems to have this cookie-cutter approach and I know he's not being challenged at all. I don't know what to say or what to do. I don't want to hurt her feelings or imply that she is not a good teacher, but I can't sit back and do nothing. I guess I need to schedule a meeting with her and see what we can do. I think we were spoiled by his teacher in Australia b/c she was so good, so proactive and progressive. She was constantly testing the kids and making sure that they were working at their level. I am sure it's a difficult job to do that, but it seems like his teacher now isn't even trying. She tells me every time I see her how bright Austin is, yet she is doing nothing to give him extra work or to allow him to progress. She seriously showed me a calendar on which she has planned out when she will introduce the new books, higher levels, etc. like you can PLAN when a child is ready to move up! She said, "Oh no, we can't go into the green books yet b/c it's not February." I sat there in disbelief b/c she was basically telling me that Austin and a few others were ready now...but since it's not on the schedule, we can't do it. She said, "What will we read in April if we get into those books now?" WHAT?! Ok, maybe I am being melodramatic but I can't believe that my son's progression is dictated by her Franklin planner.
On Thursday my Provo bookclub is reviewing The Other Boleyn Girl. I remembering loving the book when I read it 4 years ago with my other bookclub (Lori, Amy, Shannon, etc) I didn't act quick enough to read it again in time, but I think I will remember alot of it. It's funny b/c in this bookclub we have a majority with similar opinions, then there are a few who seem to always be on the other side of the fence. I think this book will be a bit controversial- should make for a great discussion, I just hope it's not a heated argument. Should be interesting.
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The teacher thing would drive me nuts- but not having kids in school yet, I don't know what the etiquette is. Maybe just try challenging him at home more or talking to her or the principal about providing him with more challenging things so he doesn't get bored?
We read The Other Boleyn Girl last year and it was a good discussion. I wonder how the movie will fare though- I think it comes out this year.
I've been curious about that book, so you'll have to let us know how the book club went. :D
I hope your hair cut turned out OK!!! I know how stressful that is. I have been getting my hair cut "dry" (they wash it, blow dry it, and flat iron it first, then cut). I've had it cut twice this way and so far, 100% success.
Good luck!!!!!!
Your hair cut turned out great, I hope you end up liking it and feeling like you've found someone who can do your hair.
How funny that they've already asked you guys to speak at church. We were in that ward for almost 4 years and they never had us speak. I didn't realize you hadn't scrapbooked in so long (I'm right there with you). It doesn't make sense to have you head up the scrapbooking group if you don't do it any more and if you've got soccer on Friday nights.
So did you end up liking your hair? I would have hated Australia for that reason alone. I can't stand bad hair cuts.
I was just saying the other day that it's been years since we've been asked to talk. I hope it wasn't a jinx. Although with a newborn I'd find a way to get out of it. Good luck.
I know what you mean about the whole cookie cutter approach to teaching. Luci is way above 1st grade reading level so I finally just told the teacher I'd be sending books from home for her to read at school after she finishes her assignments. It's like the schools teach to the lowest level. Overall I am pleased with the school and we love the teacher but have some of the same issues you do. Frustrating!
Just a thought. Do they have a cluster school for gifted and talented students? Or you could always ask the VP or the teacher coordinator if enough students are scoring high for their age group could they do reading groups? Just a few suggestions. That is one of the reasons we moved and looked into other districts and what they had to offer-I agree it is frustrating to watch. I hope it gets better.
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