JUST FOR TODAY ....... One day at a time ..... Daily Commitment Thread for 2018

Recap W 9/26
1) Walked dog before work / 3.57 mi 1:04:47 / stretched + washed some dishes = happy dog & happy me Because so dark when we leave house now, dog wears her blaze orange vest + LED collar, and I'm wearing reflective hat, LED vest, and headlamp ~ we're definitely visible!
2) Move hourly / stairs breaks at work = Fitbit 14,068 steps, 250+ steps 13/14 (happy hour) & 42 floors
3) Usual breakfast, lunch & snacks prelogged / happy hour w/ former colleagues & there will be adult beverages ~ have previewed menu online & prelogged choices ~ not great choices since it's a pub, and meal plus beer will be almost one day's calories for me! But I won't fret about it & will enjoy time with my friends from another job. = Stuck w/ plan at pub, ordered Tuscany chicken panini which came w/ fries (and since I was busy catching up w/ friends, forgot to ask about substituting the side) & 1 pint beer ~ ate/drank everything b/c I was hungry. Net calories red 500 (est.), sodium RED (yikes), sugar green (wow), fiber & protein ok, 12c water.
4) Enjoy hubby time when I get home ~ so rare for him to be home on weeknights! = So nice to be with hubby at home in evening!
5) Unplug 9:00 / FLOSS really this is so ridiculous yay / RETAINERS ditto / verify alarm, in bed & TV off 10:30

JFT R 9/27 ~ last workday for me this week ~ going to enjoy personal day w/ hubby tomorrow
1) Walked dog before work / 3.42 mi 1:01:09 / stretched = happy dog & happy me
2) Move hourly / stairs breaks at work
3) Prelogged meals (leftovers day) & snacks & have wiggle room ~ yay ~ stick w/ plan & net calories green / 12c water
4) Evening: mail car payment check (can't believe I nearly forgot) / choir / read Sunday ads / meal plan & grocery list / hubby time
5) Unplug 9:00 / floss (2 days in a row?) / retainers / no alarm but bedtime not too late

KeriA wrote: »

@jeschepp I like your recipe and your For Today list with the check offs. I used to do run walk intervals and loved it. My doctor said no more running.

That really sucks to have restrictions placed on something you love. Have you found other exercises you enjoy?

mytime6630 wrote: »

Snowflake1968 wrote: »

JFT - Wednesday September 26


Fruits and Veggies
Sept 1st - 0/5
Sept 2nd - 3/5
Sept 3rd - 4/5
Sept 4 - 5/5
Sept 5 - 5/5
Sept 6 - 4/5
Sept 7 - 0/5
Sept 8 - 1/5
Sept 9 - 2/5
Sept 10 - 2/5
Sept 11 - 3/5
Sept 12 - 2/5
Sept 13 - 6/5
Sept 14 - 3/5
Sept 15 - 1/5
Sept 16 - 1/5
Sept 17 - 2/5
Sept 18 - 4/5
Sept 19 - 4/5
Sept 20 - 1/5
Sept 21 - 1/5
Sept 22 - 4/5
Sept 23 - 5/5
Sept 24 - 3/5
Sept 25 - 3/5
Sept 26 - 5/5

I am heading out this morning, so will have to catch up later. Good Morning everyone!

Look at how much you have improved in getting in those 5 veggies a day!! Great job

Thanks this is a hard one for me, I didn't realize how few fruits and veggies I was actually eating, it's been eye opening.

Checking in from Thursday
1. AM speed run: 2/1 timed, aim for <4m on timed laps. Feed cats. Flexibility routine. Shower. Morning meds. Tea! Log 1 item.
2. FINISH week 10. (Check standards!) Write blog post. Call grumpy parent. Parent calls for students who were referred to guidance. Print intro/conclusion worksheets. Update roster with Conference/Help.
3. Class 2-3: Type drafts. Conference on analysis reports.
4. Class 4: Rough drafts intro/conclusion. Catchup day.
5. Review assessments. Grade character analysis essays. What is my purpose for each unit? Sketch out semester block.
6. Update class websites. Write blog comments. Plan for absence on 10/22.
7. Call about booking departure. Zumba 5:30. Pay for masters course.
8. Prep Fri lunch. Chop celery. Meds. Floss, rinse, brush teeth. In bed by 8:45; devices off by 9:00; alarm set for 4:50.

JFT Friday
1. AM long run: 20 laps, aim for <50 minutes. Feed cats. Shower. Morning meds. Drain cheese. Chop celery. Tea! Log 1 item.
2. Finish Week 10 reg; draft week 11. Write blog post. Download files from drive. Parent calls for guidance referrals.
3. Class 2-3: Define logos, ethos, pathos; point out where to include. Define counterclaim. Type drafts. Conferences on analysis reports.
4. Class 4: Define logos, ethos, pathos; point out where to include. Write drafts on graphic organizers.
5. Review assessments. Grade character analysis essays. What is my purpose for each unit? Sketch out semester block.
6. Update class websites. Grade Character Analysis; CONFERENCES. Add blog to signature.
7. Groceries. Pay for masters course. WRITE BLOG POST. Update iTunes and check playlists.
8. Prep Sat lunch/dinner. Chop celery. Meds. Floss, rinse, brush teeth. In bed by 10:45; devices off by 11:00.

Scale goals
End of 2017: 174.6
February 2018: 173.6
March 2018: 179.6
July 2018: 189.6
August 2018: 187.4
Today: 191.2

Upcoming to-do:
1. Develop 5PE mini-unit. Use after JC as a sponge; combine with challenge books. Maybe a comparison with another required text? Have students ask a parent or teacher what the most significant text they studied was, and then create a comparison between their challenge book and that text - which has more value and why? Possibly do the one-sheet as an assessment.
2. Write next blog post. Comment on 3 posts each week -Tu Th Sun? Check on #engchat on Mondays at 7?
3. Keep track of medical stuffs. Dentist? Appt w D 10/22 9:20; McC 10/22 10:15. Also Feb 7 9:30 w Ac Int. Sub already set up.
4. Organize and grade narratives. Update parent group lists with NAMES. Note reply emails.
5. Check on conference; follow up on seminar proposal. Do research on characteristics: curiosity, persistence, creativity, responsibility, optimism, courage - others? Can poetry unit be condensed?
6. Return mascara to Walmart with receipt. Go to used bookstore; take bags-of-bags and look for Beauty (McKinley), Design for How People Learn (Julie Dirksen), Dying for a Paycheck (Robin Hardman) and The Prince (tr. Tim Parks).
7. Put jewelry away. Yikes! Reinforce patches on old pants.
8. Go to Mac store and see if they can retrieve the files off the iMac.
9. Make plan for classroom observations; ask other teachers about projects or lessons they feel confident about.
10. Create vocabulary lists for each unit that come from the texts used. Find a way to incorporate changing words from one part of speech to another.
11. Convert lesson plans to unit format. Create rubric for one-pager. Revise research checklists!
12. Design minibuttons with school logo, mascot, crest.

JFT
1. 5 waters at work
2. Log all food
3. Meds AM and PM /
4. Fish oil
5. Bed early - wake at first stirring
6. Squash negative self talk
7. Smart choice for lunch
8. Cook dinner at home
9. Clean guest house
10. Start dishwasher

JFT
1. 4 waters at work
2. Log all food
3. Eat when hungry stop when full
4. Fish oil
5. Cook dinner at home
6. Pick up key at 530
7. Squash negative self talk

clicketykeys wrote: »

Checking in from Thursday
1. AM speed run: 2/1 timed, aim for <4m on timed laps. Feed cats. Flexibility routine. Shower. Morning meds. Tea! Log 1 item.
2. FINISH week 10. (Check standards!) Write blog post. Call grumpy parent. Parent calls for students who were referred to guidance. Print intro/conclusion worksheets. Update roster with Conference/Help.
3. Class 2-3: Type drafts. Conference on analysis reports.
4. Class 4: Rough drafts intro/conclusion. Catchup day.
5. Review assessments. Grade character analysis essays. What is my purpose for each unit? Sketch out semester block.
6. Update class websites. Write blog comments. Plan for absence on 10/22.
7. Call about booking departure. Zumba 5:30. Pay for masters course.
8. Prep Fri lunch. Chop celery. Meds. Floss, rinse, brush teeth. In bed by 8:45; devices off by 9:00; alarm set for 4:50.

JFT Friday
1. AM long run: 20 laps, aim for <50 minutes. Feed cats. Shower. Morning meds. Drain cheese. Chop celery. Tea! Log 1 item.
2. Finish Week 10 reg; draft week 11. Write blog post. Download files from drive. Parent calls for guidance referrals.
3. Class 2-3: Define logos, ethos, pathos; point out where to include. Define counterclaim. Type drafts. Conferences on analysis reports.
4. Class 4: Define logos, ethos, pathos; point out where to include. Write drafts on graphic organizers.
5. Review assessments. Grade character analysis essays. What is my purpose for each unit? Sketch out semester block.
6. Update class websites. Grade Character Analysis; CONFERENCES. Add blog to signature.
7. Groceries. Pay for masters course. WRITE BLOG POST. Update iTunes and check playlists.
8. Prep Sat lunch/dinner. Chop celery. Meds. Floss, rinse, brush teeth. In bed by 10:45; devices off by 11:00.

Scale goals
End of 2017: 174.6
February 2018: 173.6
March 2018: 179.6
July 2018: 189.6
August 2018: 187.4
Today: 191.2

Upcoming to-do:
1. Develop 5PE mini-unit. Use after JC as a sponge; combine with challenge books. Maybe a comparison with another required text? Have students ask a parent or teacher what the most significant text they studied was, and then create a comparison between their challenge book and that text - which has more value and why? Possibly do the one-sheet as an assessment.
2. Write next blog post. Comment on 3 posts each week -Tu Th Sun? Check on #engchat on Mondays at 7?
3. Keep track of medical stuffs. Dentist? Appt w D 10/22 9:20; McC 10/22 10:15. Also Feb 7 9:30 w Ac Int. Sub already set up.
4. Organize and grade narratives. Update parent group lists with NAMES. Note reply emails.
5. Check on conference; follow up on seminar proposal. Do research on characteristics: curiosity, persistence, creativity, responsibility, optimism, courage - others? Can poetry unit be condensed?
6. Return mascara to Walmart with receipt. Go to used bookstore; take bags-of-bags and look for Beauty (McKinley), Design for How People Learn (Julie Dirksen), Dying for a Paycheck (Robin Hardman) and The Prince (tr. Tim Parks).
7. Put jewelry away. Yikes! Reinforce patches on old pants.
8. Go to Mac store and see if they can retrieve the files off the iMac.
9. Make plan for classroom observations; ask other teachers about projects or lessons they feel confident about.
10. Create vocabulary lists for each unit that come from the texts used. Find a way to incorporate changing words from one part of speech to another.
11. Convert lesson plans to unit format. Create rubric for one-pager. Revise research checklists!
12. Design minibuttons with school logo, mascot, crest.

I find reading your thought process on teaching very fascinating. I was a terrible student, I liked the projects and book reports but not the everyday homework. I love your idea of asking a parent or teacher about the most significant text they studied, I have been giving this thought and still haven't come up with an answer yet! What are the students comparing it to? Is it a whole book, or a poem? I'm curious.

toaljasa wrote: »

How Many Days Til Thanksgiving???

In my online weight loss program, I was to answer three questions. They motivated me. Perhaps they will motivate you, as well.

1) What scriptures (or perhaps quotes, books, etc.) will help me persevere and to finish the year well?

2) How is my life different from January 1?

3) What do I need to do to keep the passion and motivation going through December 31?

I also took a look back at the goals I had set for myself. I wondered how much more I had to go...well, my goal weight was 155 by October. I am now at 151. I was shocked! And did a bit of a victory dance. I'm not sure I ever made a weight goal...much less surpassed it. I don't really have a target weight goal in my mind. I don't know what that looks like really.

I am still aiming for 145 by Nov. 17. The way has gotten steeper! I keep remember what my mini goal is---to be able to:

Let's give it our all these last few weeks! This is not a smooth journey. It's not a straight shot. It has valleys and gulleys and sometimes deep chasms. But we climb back out, sometimes battered and bruised and keep moving forward. Because when we get to the finish line it is going to be a day that will stand alone as one of our greatest accomplishments.

Peace and joy! Keep moving!

Look at you go! Hard work and perseverance pays off!

I've had great day or two here, lifewise.
Wednesday my small group of ladies had our weekly meeting. Great time that I've missed over the summer.
Thursday a friend and I had scheduled a girls day in the big city. We went to an art show that used plastic garbage washed up on the shore. It really was amazing, and sad Then we went to the downtown area and did some minor fabric shopping.
Today, I managed to complete a section of one of my projects, got it packed up ready to pass along, and next I'm waiting for the next section.
As well today I finished... laundry.

JFT Sat
1. Water
2. Water pick
3. Returns/recycling
4. p/u milk for hubby
5. Drop off at thrift store
6. Studio time
7. Brush and floss
8. Bed by 10:30

Checking in from Friday
1. AM long run: 20 laps, aim for <50 minutes. Feed cats. Shower. Morning meds. Drain cheese. Chop celery. Tea! Log 1 item. Put laundry away.
2. Finish Week 10 reg; draft week 11. Write blog post. Download files from drive. Parent calls for guidance referrals.
3. Class 2-3: Define logos, ethos, pathos; point out where to include. Define counterclaim. Type drafts. Conferences on analysis reports. Notify students about possibility of game day; must have essay typed today, bring games Monday for review. 3 Harbor video?
4. Class 4: Define logos, ethos, pathos; point out where to include. Write drafts on graphic organizers. Offer bonus assignment to M and B if they finish early.
5. Review assessments. Grade character analysis essays. What is my purpose for each unit? Sketch out semester block.
6. Update class websites. Grade Character Analysis; CONFERENCES. Add blog to signature. Add "Powerlessness" reflection to Monday plans. Contact B about lunch Sunday.
7. Groceries. Pay for masters course. WRITE BLOG POST. Update iTunes and check playlists. Writing group?
8. Prep Sat lunch/dinner. Chop celery. Meds. Floss, rinse, brush teeth. In bed by 10:45; devices off by 11:00.

JFT Saturday
1. Feed cats. Pack lunch/dinner. Brush teeth. Morning meds. Tea! Log 1 item. Put more laundry away.
2. At park, steps to 10k by 2:30; 22k by end of shift.
3. Park treat - Ice cream! Send D for groceries.
4. Grade 4th character analysis and extended scene. Write blog post.
5. Review Weeks 10-11. Write blog post. Add "Powerlessness" reflection to Monday plans. Add character analysis conferences to Monday plans.
6. Snack: Halo Top - ONE SERVING. Add "pack shoes" to Monday's JFT.
7. Review 'ongoing' notes for ideas. Look for Malala lesson/unit ideas.
8. Chop celery. Meds. Floss, rinse, brush teeth. In bed by 9:45; devices off by 10:00; alarm set for 5:50.

Scale goals
End of 2017: 174.6
February 2018: 173.6
March 2018: 179.6
July 2018: 189.6
August 2018: 187.4
Today: 189

Upcoming to-do:
1. Develop 5PE mini-unit. Use after JC as a sponge; combine with challenge books. Maybe a comparison with another required text? Have students ask a parent or teacher what the most significant text they studied was, and then create a comparison between their challenge book and that text - which has more value and why? Possibly do the one-sheet as an assessment.
2. Write next blog post. Comment on 3 posts each week -Tu Th Sun? Check on #engchat on Mondays at 7?
3. Keep track of medical stuffs. Dentist? Appt w D 10/22 9:20; McC 10/22 10:15. Also Feb 7 9:30 w Ac Int. Sub already set up.
4. Organize and grade narratives. Update parent group lists with NAMES. Note reply emails.
5. Check on conference; follow up on seminar proposal. Do research on characteristics: curiosity, persistence, resilience, creativity, responsibility, optimism, courage, integrity, authenticity, leadership, self-awareness, humility, compassion - others? Can poetry unit be condensed?
6. Go to used bookstore; take bags-of-bags and look for Beauty (McKinley), Design for How People Learn (Julie Dirksen), Dying for a Paycheck (Robin Hardman) and The Prince (tr. Tim Parks).
7. Put jewelry away. Yikes! Reinforce patches on old pants.
8. Go to Mac store and see if they can retrieve the files off the iMac.
9. Make plan for classroom observations; ask other teachers about projects or lessons they feel confident about.
10. Create vocabulary lists for each unit that come from the texts used. Find a way to incorporate changing words from one part of speech to another.
11. Convert lesson plans to unit format. Create rubric for one-pager. Revise research checklists!
12. Design minibuttons with school logo, mascot, crest.