. . .Just kidding, especially for teachers--who are reading and blogging! I was in northern Michigan last week and was unable to check the blog as there was no internet. (Yes, a place without internet does exist; it is also where I got what is known as "swimmer's itch." Has something to do with the duck poop, which the snails eat and they poop, and then look for a "host." I became the "host."
It is a lovely site on my arms--sort of covered with very unattractive mosquito-type bumps--that do itch. For all my science teachers out there--maybe the kids could investigate swimmers itch and how to find a cure.)
Then, I came home and got to read all of your comments on the blog which I have thoroughly enjoyed. I have connected to many of the same things you have in the book. Today, I was reading about global warming, pension plans, tax cuts, spending, healthcare. . . and I am actually enjoying how the authors make connections and offer suggestions. Based on the political culture that has started to define us more and more ---I feel scared, worried and hopeful--all at the same time. I am old enough to remember when we weren't so divided as a nation--didn't matter if you were a Republican or a Democrat--there were problems to be solved and we could solve them. Now, if you believe in global warming. . .chances are you are a Democrat. I really hope we are smarter than that. As I listen to the news (both NBC and my favorite news station--comedy central) I find myself thinking about this book. What I like is that the authors are willing to call out Democrats on uncontrolled spending and Republicans who think that if we can just cut taxes, all will be fine.
During the week of June 24-29, I taught a group of graduate students--all teachers and all employed(!!)--from 8:30 to 4:30 each day. I wished there had been tv cameras in the parking lot to film all of these teachers spending so much time and effort learning--so they in turn can impact our students.
Stay cool and keep reading. Mary Ellen
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