Hooray for 100 Entires and Long-Weekends!

-ONE-

Although Kellie has a much more impressive (and longer) blogging record.  This is my 100th blog entry, which I'm pretty sure is the longest personal recording of events I've ever kept.  Personally, this piece about Lain's Cider Mill is my favorite, followed by my book review on the Boy who Harnessed the Wind, which you really should read if you haven't yet.

-TWO-

I'm very thankful for the four-day weekend that Vestal gave us this year.  Getting long(er) weekends off from school puts everyone in a good mood...

-THREE-

...But just like last time both Andrea and I are sick.  I have no idea what either of us have this time around.  Although it mocks a sinus or allergy type feeling, it's too late in the year for either one of us.  Andrea got a bonus sore throat, and I got a bonus of fluid-in-the-ears.  Today is the first day that looks normal in any way, shape or form.  Hopefully by the end of the weekend, both of us will be healthy and order restored.

-FOUR-

When Memorial Day has come and gone, it'll mean 11 more days of classes at the high school.  Graduation isn't until June 23, but my duties and obligations significantly taper off starting June 13.  I'm not exactly sure how it changes, but any change that involves changing your outfit from business casual to shorts and a t-shirt is alright by me.

-FIVE-

Here's a link to a infographic that has been circulating lately.  Apparently most people are born in the months of July, August and September.  My birth date (January 19) is in the less common areas.  When I saw this, Andrea and I probably spent about 20 minutes talking about it.  Fun statistical fact: In a room of 23 people, you have a 50% chance that two people will share the same birthday.

-SIX-

Since getting Netflix, Andrea and I have been enjoying a new library of movies.  However, my students have been pleading with me all year to watch "Doctor Who."  So far, each episode has been better than the one before it, so thumbs up so far on the show.  I recommend it to anyone who likes British and/or science fiction genres.

-SEVEN-

Here's some Lecrae to take us through the long weekend.  Enjoy!

For more takes - see Anne's "boring" ones, or Jen.

Quick Updates

I swear I haven't forgotten about blogging.  Here are a few quick updates...

1.  As this school year is winding down, I'm already starting to think about how to improve on ideas from this year.  I know I've learned a lot about teaching, and am starting to realize that teachers who stand out above the rest have to take risks and break the typical teaching mold.  If I challenge myself to do these two things on a regular basis, I believe that next year can be just as exciting as this year.

2.  I've already had several opportunities to ride my bike this spring.  With my grandma getting older, I have the perfect excuse to hop on my bike every week to take care of her yard work.  Once mid-June comes around, here's to hoping for good weather all the way through August!

3.  If you know of any one who has property for rent in the Binghamton area, Andrea and I are looking to move into a bigger home.  We do like our apartment, but we are looking to upgrade to something a bit larger.  We can't buy because my job is still a bit unreliable from year-to-year, and I still have some student loans I'd like to rid myself of.

4.  Music...