I’ll be there!

Yeah, this food was clearly made for drunk people. At least I hope so.

Went out to celebrate my friend passing her comps and simultaneously had some flirtatious fun with a friend of hers. Eating some delicious popcorn from another friend’s kid’s fundraiser. Going to a protest Saturday, and more quality friend time after. I am very lucky to have solidly wonderful people in my life.

I might have a job lined up for next school year. The principal at one of the schools where I interviewed emailed me to let me know he thinks I’d be an excellent fit for their school, but he’s not allowed to offer jobs to anyone who doesn’t currently work for the school district until May 9th. I got a really good feeling about this school from the principal and the teachers on the interview committee, and if someone in-district doesn’t apply before the 9th, it looks like I’m in! But it sure is nerve wracking in the meantime.

I’ll be moving in June and am interviewing for jobs in the new location. Wish me luck!

But you see then Denmark actually started the war because Trump didn’t actually say “war.” Because yeah. That’s how that works.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studio_Ghibli You’ve probably heard of some of these, and if not, I would recommend checking them out!

Thank you!

I appreciate you all.

On Saturday morning, Johana Bencomo, a Las Cruces city councilor and the mayor pro temp, wrote on Instagram: “Part of me wanted to write that this is something you never really think this is going to happen in your city but that actually feels deeply untrue. Honestly [nowadays] a tragedy like this feels like a nightmare just waiting to come true at any possible moment, yet also always praying and hoping it never will.”

Belgium and the Netherlands this July!

Just got back from a trip with my college friends. We’re a bit spread out now so it’s been awhile since we’ve all been in the same place. It was really nice, and we’re going to try to make it a yearly thing!

That makes sense. I try my best not to have too many expectations for the future because you never know what life is going to throw at you, good or bad, and random chance can have a big impact on how things turn out. Having goals can be helpful, but it’s good to be realistic about what’s required to achieve those goals and what can potentially get in the way in order to decide if those goals are worth pursuing.

Interesting! If you feel like sharing, what changed?

That’s wild that someone had such a strong reaction to something you said. But you should really try not to put that on yourself. If you spend time with people who are self assured, they are not going to have that kind of reaction. Yes, it’s nice to do our best to try to make the people around us feel at ease, but genuinely trying is the best you can do. If your best isn’t good enough for someone, that’s when you move on and hopefully find people who are a better fit. I know that’s easier said than done since you’re dealing with some past trauma around friendships, but I hope you’re able to find your people.

I typically calculate a 20% tip and then round up. For demographic purposes, I’m a millennial in the US.

I’ve watched the first couple of episodes, really enjoying it so far!

A couple days ago; I’m an elementary music teacher so it happens pretty often.

It’s the fourth anniversary of my dad’s death. I think this one’s been the easiest so far. There are moments here and there when it really hurts. I feel pretty drained but also weirdly at peace. I drove up to a mountain peak earlier. It was nice to listen to some of his favorite music on the way and feel the cold air on my face when I got there.

Thanks for the write-up; this sounds like something I might really enjoy!