Random Ramblings » Dogs http://danitarussell.edublogs.org A middle school technology facilitator trying to find sanity in a middle school world Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:30:04 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.2 en hourly 1 3 Happy Girls http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/08/28/3-happy-girls/ http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/08/28/3-happy-girls/#comments Fri, 29 Aug 2008 03:00:04 +0000 Danita Russell http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/?p=339 Happiness is getting a carrot.  Doesn’t take much does it?

Happy Girls!

Until next time ~ Danita

]]> http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/08/28/3-happy-girls/feed/ 0 Opening Day http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/08/25/opening-day/ http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/08/25/opening-day/#comments Tue, 26 Aug 2008 02:46:07 +0000 Danita Russell http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/?p=335 Whew!  The first day is over and now it’s time to evaluate where we punt tomorrow.  Actually, things went fairly smoothly.  Sure, traffic was backed up almost a mile, the kids couldn’t log in, the teachers couldn’t log in, lunch was 50 minutes behind, and some laptops crashed, but other than that  ;o)  things went well.  I saw a lot of smiling faces – teachers, and no tears- students.  Actually, you can reverse those, too.  It was good to have kids in the building.

The teachers were very understanding when the technology had hiccups.  The poor techs have been working terrible hours.  God bless ‘em.  I know they are all running near empty.  Hopefully, all the kinks will work themselves out soon.  On a good note, all the teachers are up and running with their SmartBoards, projectors, and Elmos.  It’s really exciting to walk by and see so much technology being used in the classrooms.  Even teachers who claim to be afraid of technology are beginning to test the waters and are finding it’s not as bad as they thought.  The new teachers are loving all the technology.  I’m hoping their excitement will rub off on some of the veteran teachers.  Think how exciting it would be to be  a new teacher and walk into the setting they have entered.  Boy, talk about cloud nine!

On a side note, PetSmart had free shipping for orders over $50 last week.  Chloe was in need of some new toys so she got 8 new ones tonight.  Anyone want to guess how many are still intact after 4 hours of “playing”??  Let’s just say I don’t think I got my money’s worth out of 4 of them since they are now flat (she pulled all the stuffing out) or separated (she chewed through them).  Oh well, maybe I’ll find a sturdy toy someday that is Great Dane puppy-proof.  At least maybe she’ll be tired and let me sleep more than 3 hours tonight.

Until next time ~ Danita

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]]> http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/08/25/opening-day/feed/ 0 20 more pounds and counting http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/02/19/20-more-pounds-and-counting/ http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/02/19/20-more-pounds-and-counting/#comments Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:17:14 +0000 Danita Russell http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/02/19/20-more-pounds-and-counting/ Not me, thank goodness, but Chloe – the Great Dane pup.  She gained 20 pounds LAST MONTH!  She’s now up to 71 pounds and still growing.  When she stands on her hind legs, she’s as tall as I am.  Okay, okay I’m only 5 feet tall, but it is a bit intimidating.

Update on Baby Bracey:

He’s still on a ventilator, but the doctors are optimistic.   Torrey and Angela are being as brave as possible.  But, all the prayers and good thoughts going their way are much appreciated.  He’s now up to taking a cc of food. Please continue to keep him in your prayers.

As for the little pony we have living in our house, let’s hope she doesn’t gain another 20 pounds by next month!

Until next time ~ Danita

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]]> http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/02/19/20-more-pounds-and-counting/feed/ 1 A day in the life of a dog and cat http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/02/04/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-dog-and-cat/ http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/02/04/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-dog-and-cat/#comments Tue, 05 Feb 2008 01:32:01 +0000 Danita Russell http://danitarussell.edublogs.org/2008/02/04/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-dog-and-cat/ Cute little story (and oh so true) from Stephen’s Untold Stories.  You can tell by the picture at the end of the blog of my girls which side I’m on.  :o )

Anyone with a dog or cat can relate to this:

Seen on Craigslist.

The Dog’s Diary

  • 8:00 am – Dog food! My favorite thing!
  • 9:30 am – A car ride! My favorite thing!
  • 9:40 am – A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
  • 10:30 am – Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
  • 12:00 PM – Milk bones! My favorite thing!
  • 1:00 PM – Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
  • 3:00 PM – Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
  • 5:00 PM – Dinner! My favorite thing!
  • 7:00 PM – Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
  • 8:00 PM – Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
  • 11:00 PM – Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

The Cat’s Diary

  • Day 983 of my captivity.
  • My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.
  • They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
  • The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet. Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates my capabilities.
  • However, they merely made condescending comments about what a “good little hunter” I am. Fools!
  • There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of “allergies.” I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.
  • Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs.
  • I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released, and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.
  • The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now.

Until next time ~ Danita

the-girls.jpg  The girls

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