Open Mic

Hello Bloggers.

What a year.  And....its not even over.  Like Josh Dempsey this has been quite the year and more recently quite the experience with our first child on the way.  Pregnancy adds a whole new twist to life, to teaching, to priorities, EVERYTHING!  Things that seemed important are definitely now on the back burner and things like nursery colors, strollers, outlet covers, and pack n plays are now the center of our life.  By the way - the baby is not due till May 26.  That gets me out of post planning!  :)  But all that to say that teaching is a universal concept.  I teach students how to draw, how to make things, how to design, how to give a presentation - how to become a professional.  Every day they learn something new to add to their toolset.  And I am right there with them.  I have learned more this week (we did A LOT of shopping, registering, etc this week while we were off) about "boppys," burping pads, "onesies," and all kinds of other baby stuff.  Like our posts from a couple weeks ago - you're never too old to learn something new.  I have a better feel for my students feelings now when they give me the "what is that" or "I don't get it" looks.  I think I did that a lot at our most recent trip to Babies R Us.  The rest of this year will be a true test of my ability to manage my time, prepare for the unexpected, and to study up on parenthood.  Can't wait.  Josh and I may have to start a new blog for new dads and our funny experiences!