Rep Retirement Lodge #162: Love Is In the Air

[gmann]

ahhh crap

Good thing teachers only work like 5 months a year.

 

[mookie1995]

Re: Rep Retirement Lodge #162: Love Is In the Air

S'upp y'all

Mookie's tooth hurts. Bad. I need a root canal yesterday, but my driller is in Utah enjoying school vacation week skiing.

He was nice enough to call in a script for Vicodin. But even that isn't strong enough. Made driving to work interesting.

 

[walrus]

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I apologize. I was having trouble getting the Rep to register, and I must have hit the wrong button. . Did either Walrus or Omaha get Negrep also?

Could someone refill Almington as I am not able to do that now.


Edit: Walrus and Omaha seem to be OK.

It was green , what a difference a day makes, after yesterdays blizzard, its sunny and 40

 

[leswp1]

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You don't make money as a teacher but you do get other benefits- like when the kids come tell you what a difference you made. Sometimes yrs later when you didn't think you made a difference.

 

[DaveStPaul]

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find yourself a sugar momma

This can't be overstated. +1000000

Mookie's tooth hurts. Bad. I need a root canal yesterday . . .

Let's go over to the lunch thread, and see how many Cokes mookie puts away. We'll be measuring in gallons per week.

 

[leswp1]

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This can't be overstated. +1000000



Let's go over to the lunch thread, and see how many Cokes mookie puts away. We'll be measuring in gallons per week.

This made me think about the folks who feed their kids Mt Dew in their bottles (some places in Appalachia)

 

[DaveStPaul]

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This made me think about the folks who feed their kids Mt Dew in their bottles (some places in Appalachia)

Yeah. They'd never do that in Methuen.

 

[leswp1]

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Yeah. They'd never do that in Methuen.

Methuen?

Maybe Lowell or Lawrence....

 

[mookie1995]

Let's go over to the lunch thread, and see how many Cokes mookie puts away. We'll be measuring in gallons per week.

Mookie has no sugar in his drinks MOM!!!

 

[DaveStPaul]

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Methuen? Maybe Lowell or Lawrence....

I saw a comedian in the early 90s who did a whole obnoxious blue-collar "yeah what ah you lookin at?" thing. The character was from Methuen. The Boston audience cracked up every time she said, "And he11 yes I am from Methuen!" I'm only basing it on that.

Mookie has no sugar in his drinks MOM!!!

Yeah, well was I right or was I right? I told you your vision would go bad too, didn't I?

 

[mookie1995]

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What is a "Wisco Disco"?!? Handcrafted ale... Called that?!?

 

[MarkEagleUSA]

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What is a "Wisco Disco"?!? Handcrafted ale... Called that?!?

Paint thinner with a pop-top?

 

[Almington]

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I've decided that their exists an inverse relationship between a posters intelligence and how often they post in a weekly game thread AFTER the games have been played over in D1.

 

[MavHockey14]

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First of all, THANK YOU to everyone who replied and was honest in their opinions on this. I greatly appreciate your feedback.

There is nothing wrong with wanting nice things in life... just make sure you're keeping all the rest in check. Its waaaay to early abandon a path unless you are dead sure that it is what you want to do. A math teacher of mine in HS had a engineering degree from WPI (Worcester Poly Tech... think in between Clarkson and RPI in reputation)... just had to go back for the teaching masters... I think.

edit: I don't think its a shame to want some nice gadgets and a nice car (ok, that's what I want... stupid expensive DC). There is nothing wrong making a comfortable living and I'm sure you'll find the outlets you want.

Are you still majoring in engineering? What about (sooner or later) finding a teaching gig that incorporates that? I know that there are atleast some colleges where the professors simply had real life experience and their B.E.

I consider myself lucky. I love driving the boats, and I'm fortunately extremely well off, especially at 24. Do I have a lot of materialistic things? Sure. But I know I don't truly need them, however I like being able to enjoy my 2 weeks off at a time. Also, I don't buy the latest shiniest things, and I'm fiscally responsible about it. I probably have my parents/upbringing to thank for that (Mom was a middle school teacher, Dad is a (soon to be retired) Corrections Officer). We lived comfortably, but certainly not super wealthy.

Exactly. Growing up, I wanted to be a CPA/high powered accountant. Roll in the dough, buy a lot of finer stuff, etc. Somewhere along the way I realized as long as I have family, friends, a roof over my head, food, clothes, and a little extra dough to do things I love (like hockey road trips/etc), I'm good. Do I still dream of someday owning some fine sports car, or travelling abroad, or owning a converted Greyhound-to-RV and living on the road for a month? Sure. But I don't NEED it for life satisfaction. I have what I need. Good enough for me.

Things aren't what children need. Good parents are. If you teach them the world revolves around the love of things they spend a great deal of time wanting what they don't need or what they won't be able to afford when they first start out. When I was a kid we didn't have 2 cents to rub together. We went to museums, parks and did a lot of low budget stuff. My dad got stationed overseas and then we did a more but we never had fancy stuff. I probably had the most well rounded childhood of anyone I know even before we went overseas.

I could never understand the calling for huge TVs, expensive cars, sound systems or any of that stuff. Still don't. When Lil was in hockey we dealth with a bunch of materialistic parents/ kids who were entitled and expected the latest gadget with no appreciation. I still have friends now whose children are so materialistic I want to slap them. Giving them what the parents wished they had has done nothing for thier character that I can see.

I made a ton of $ when I was younger and was fairly miserable. I now have 2 degrees, haven't had a raise in 10 yrs and if it weren't for the f i ng computerized records I would work until my demise. Doing something you love is worth not having a Lamborghinni. (or however you spell that) If you love teaching, dealing with kids maybe you need to think about what is really important to you. Is having the guarantee of things really important (even if you are working at something you have to push through to support that) or the possibility that you might have few things but maybe savor those doing something you sound you love to do.

Not that I have strong opinions or anything.... climbs off soap box....

I was gonna say find yourself a sugar momma. But everyone else's advice is probably better.
My mom taught elementary school when I was younger. It was nice because if I ever had a day off school, so did she. As a young kid that was great (didn't care when I was older).
And sure the expensive toys are nice, but they aren't necessary.

I should clarify a bit more, I suppose. Growing up my family was comfortable but not super wealthy or anything. One thing especially I think about is the lake. We've been going to the lake during the summers for as long as I can remember; it's where our family has made countless lifetime memories. We don't own a cabin, but we have a spot at a campground on the lake, with a boat lift in the water, etc. It's not terribly expensive, and both the travel trailer and the boat are paid for. This is what I've done every summer of my childhood, where I've connected, learned many lessons, etc. In addition, we've had Maverick hockey tickets, been able to take trips to various WCHA arenas, as well as the Final Five every year since 1999. The Final Five is the three best days of the year for me, as it's such great quality time spent with my dad. In addition we've done two Frozen Fours in Saint Paul, which were similar experiences, but not quite as good as the Final Five. Hawkeye Football Saturdays are a tradition of spending time with the family, tailgating, grilling, talking, and playing yard games. It's another unique experience bonding with my family.

I understand I will live a different lifestyle than my dad, be a different parent, etc. I also strive to be similar to them, because I feel extremely fortunate to have been raised how I was. I guess I'm just unsure of what kinds of opportunities I can have with my kids, because I want to give them the very best family experience; not the best ipads, tvs, game consoles, etc, but opportunities for them to cherish the time they spend with me.

I know that time at church, riding home from school, sporting events, extra circulars, whatever they choose to do, will give me special moments I'll cherish forever, as well as my kids.

I guess it's just a totally different territory for me actually considering these things.

You can meet teaching desires in various disciplines with little adaptation... if you are good at what you do others will want to know how... and frankly, people like being around those with that skill set.

I'm not entirely clear on what you're saying..

This. Mrs. g has met with a few of her past students over the years to discuss being a teacher. She is quite frank with them.

Good morning Lodge.

Regarding money and material things.......in my previous life I made big bucks. I worked my azz off and played hard. I found the more I made the more I spent. My priorities were self serving as I was single and did anything I wanted. It was fun but it had its limits.

Getting out of the rat race and getting married was a huge decision for me as I could not have both. Looking back I made the right decision. I have a wonderful wife, two awesome kids and a roof over my head. Regarding material things, we have what we need and we try to keep things under control for the kids. Granted, my wife and I make a decent living but there is more to life than money and material things.

Growing up I remember the memories more than the stuff and that is what I am trying to do with my kids.

I definitely plan on meeting with this teacher, my old 10th grade spanish teacher, who has thrived in his career opportunities with two young kids.

 

[MissThundercat]

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Exactly. Growing up, I wanted to be a CPA/high powered accountant. Roll in the dough, buy a lot of finer stuff, etc. Somewhere along the way I realized as long as I have family, friends, a roof over my head, food, clothes, and a little extra dough to do things I love (like hockey road trips/etc), I'm good. Do I still dream of someday owning some fine sports car, or travelling abroad, or owning a converted Greyhound-to-RV and living on the road for a month? Sure. But I don't NEED it for life satisfaction. I have what I need. Good enough for me.

This. A thousand times this.

I have what I need... my health is good, I have a roof over my head (for now), my pets, and my friends.

 

[Hammer]

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In full-blown "**** you" mode today.

The shovel is nearby.

 

[Almington]

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I'm not entirely clear on what you're saying...

You don't HAVE to go into EDUCATION to be a teacher. It really comes down to do you like the teaching aspect or do you like working with kids aspect more. You can get a degree is ANY field and become a teacher/mentor to others and satisfy that need to help others become more informed and show personal growth. Those types of people can be very successful working in the financial services industry helping teach people how to make better long term financial decisions, as an example of how to combine an interest in finance with a desire to help inform others.

 

[leswp1]

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First of all, THANK YOU to everyone who replied and was honest in their opinions on this. I greatly appreciate your feedback...

I should clarify a bit more, I suppose. Growing up my family was comfortable but not super wealthy or anything. One thing especially I think about is the lake. We've been going to the lake during the summers for as long as I can remember; it's where our family has made countless lifetime memories. We don't own a cabin, but we have a spot at a campground on the lake, with a boat lift in the water, etc. It's not terribly expensive, and both the travel trailer and the boat are paid for. This is what I've done every summer of my childhood, where I've connected, learned many lessons, etc. In addition, we've had Maverick hockey tickets, been able to take trips to various WCHA arenas, as well as the Final Five every year since 1999. The Final Five is the three best days of the year for me, as it's such great quality time spent with my dad. In addition we've done two Frozen Fours in Saint Paul, which were similar experiences, but not quite as good as the Final Five. Hawkeye Football Saturdays are a tradition of spending time with the family, tailgating, grilling, talking, and playing yard games. It's another unique experience bonding with my family.

I understand I will live a different lifestyle than my dad, be a different parent, etc. I also strive to be similar to them, because I feel extremely fortunate to have been raised how I was. I guess I'm just unsure of what kinds of opportunities I can have with my kids, because I want to give them the very best family experience; not the best ipads, tvs, game consoles, etc, but opportunities for them to cherish the time they spend with me.

I know that time at church, riding home from school, sporting events, extra circulars, whatever they choose to do, will give me special moments I'll cherish forever, as well as my kids.

I guess it's just a totally different territory for me actually considering these things. I'm not entirely clear on what you're saying..

I definitely plan on meeting with this teacher, my old 10th grade spanish teacher, who has thrived in his career opportunities with two young kids.

We too, have family time at a lake that we have done every yr since I was 4 (probably double the yrs than you have been alive ). As your generation grows up you may find that the tradition that everyone paritcipates in changes a bit. In our family, we still make this a priority but as you have probably read not everyone does. When Lil was lil the older generation funded some of the things we liked doing together but they also changed things because some things we all greww into weren't appropriate for little kids. Drinking on the dock for 'Happy Hour' was a tradition for yrs after we were legal but then not OK once the next set of babies came along. Then drinking happened on the cottage deck and the kids stayed at the dock.

Many of the things you mention can make wonderful gifts come holiday time!

 

[Patman]

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I'm not entirely clear on what you're saying..

Teaching and teaching skill use need not occur within the context of the classroom. If you are a scientist you need to be able to get others to understand the method, especially if you are the innovator... break down the problem into lesson form and be able to inform. The financial services situation has been explained (thanks, almy)... etc. Being able to confer your ideas to others, especially en masse, is a valuable skill in almost any industry.

edit: for example, at work, we have to explain ideas and new concepts to those in the production divisions... especially if we want to use and adopt advanced statistical concepts. Now, I'm not saying you need a Ph.D. proficience... but in my case a Ph.D. is nearly required... one of our better "teachers" has an M.S. but he's very sharp and is able to distill things and communicate things... whereas I am more to just assume that others can and will move at my speed. I try to fill in the information gaps but I have no connection as to the actual requisite speed... developing that skill is extremely valuable.

Let's put it into bbdl's context... he has to explain why things do or do not work to his clients in a way that he doesn't look like an *******. Now, that might have to happen anyways if your job is to get it done and the other guy is being a total idiot. However, if you are training people in regards to a module then you have to develop the lesson plan.

So, its a matter of "do I want to work with children" or "do I want to teach and instruct"? I think you'll find a skillset coming in handy.

We had a ACHA D-III hockey coach come in for a job talk. If he weren't Ph.D. smart anyways I'd want him just for communication and teaching (assuming he's suitably competent)... this guy will be somebody's boss and advisor... he's stuck in a similar conundrum... unsure if he wants to go into university teaching and research because he likes the teaching element.

 

[Greyeagle]

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Follow your heart, Mav, and it will be fine.