There is absolutely no place for political violence in our democracy. Although we don’t yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn’t seriously hurt, and use this moment to recommit ourselves to civility and respect in our politics. Michelle and I are wishing him a quick recovery.
Me: *sits down in class*
Student: “whoa. You’re sitting down??“
Me: “Yeah… my nervous ticks are pretty chill today.”
Student: “Mrs. Eriksen gets nervous???”
Other student: “why do you think she has a standing only desk?”
Confidence is key, I guess? 😝
Lutheranism really has a normal theology, Luther seems to want the reader to go away with a plan to do a little scripture reading, fast once in a while, pray, and otherwise do good at their job, family, and towards the poor.
In 2019, President Jimmy Carter, the oldest living former president in US history, at age 95, built Habitat for Humanity homes in Nashville.
President Carter represents the best of humanity.
8th grader after I graciously gift the class with a piece of candy:
*i throw candy*: “Miss P, you’re the Kirk Cousins at Prime time.”
Me: “please. I’m Kirk Cousins on the plane ride home.” 💁🏻♀️
Coaches play favorites all the time.
They favor toughness, ability, good attitudes/body language, skill, trust, competitiveness, consistency, and leadership.
When it comes to playing time, coaches favor the players who give the team the best chance to win.