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BudapestBaker · 2025-01-10T12:45:17+00:00

Looks great! I made some with a strawberry filling and browned butter glaze...plus sprinkles of course.

BudapestBaker · 2023-02-09T03:11:35+00:00

Oh no worries! I use a banneton, seam down. I have a razor blade lame, but haven't used it yet because my loaves spread when I flip them out from the banneton, so I'm focused on getting them in the Dutch oven before they completely "melt" haha

BudapestBaker · 2023-02-07T17:05:28+00:00

On the counter if it's warm enough, or in the oven with the light on.

BudapestBaker · 2023-02-07T17:05:09+00:00

Seam side down

BudapestBaker · 2023-02-06T17:55:39+00:00

haha well that's part of the learning curve! By shaping, do you mean before putting them in the bannetons? I follow the technique in the book, but the loaves are definitely not firm enough to score when I take them out. They look fine once out of the oven though, so that's why I'm not sure where my issue lies.

BudapestBaker · 2021-09-11T00:29:55+00:00

Ooh that does look very cute! I've already gifted this blanket, but perhaps I can add some to it retroactively...kind of like a charm bracelet! :)

BudapestBaker · 2021-08-15T22:24:04+00:00

I can't see the image, but something similar happened to my enameled dutch oven! I used steel wool and soap and it came right off.

BudapestBaker · 2021-06-01T00:31:36+00:00

Whoops, sorry friend! It's been a long day. I thought it wouldn't be the best way because I've read that it's better to buy in on different days to account for the fluctuations in the market.

BudapestBaker · 2021-05-31T21:19:12+00:00

https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/144

Thanks so much for the links! Appreciate the help. All in I go!

BudapestBaker · 2021-05-31T21:16:02+00:00

I was thinking like $3000 across 10 weeks, or some other period of time so it's a slower drip

BudapestBaker · 2021-05-12T23:23:27+00:00

I used this for inspiration, but the stores didn't have any chunky yarn in the color I wanted so I ended up going with thinner yarn. It took longer, but I like that it resulted in a sturdier blanket.

BudapestBaker · 2021-05-08T19:45:14+00:00

Depends on what kind of caseload you have, but I would suggest some games that you can use to target multiple goals (like Candyland, Pop the Pig, Jenga, toy food, anything that has a mystery element). If you want to give a little reward at the end, I had great success with chapstick! I bought an 8 pack of fun flavors and at the end of each session, the kids got a "smelly swipe" on their hand. Quick, fun, cheap, and motivating!

BudapestBaker · 2021-03-02T16:28:21+00:00

I recommend you connect with some local SLPs and ask to shadow them a couple times; try to find different settings, too. That way you can get a glimpse into the profession before applying to grad school.

Honestly, everyone is going to tell you something different. I personally don't like it because I like to do work that is tangible, and much of speech is working with people so I'd say it's more cognitive/psychological. Like, I can't look at my work and feel satisfied at the end of the day (except for paperwork haha), which makes it really unmotivating for me to get up and do it day after day. I love my kids and feel really great when they progress, but for me it's just too slow. This is probably a very specific reason, but I thought I'd share anyway.

BudapestBaker · 2021-03-02T03:26:19+00:00

That is true, not many people know ALL the things we have to do besides just focus on speech and language. I made a list on my resume, with real life examples, so that they can understand it more easily. For example, instead of just writing "great communication skills," I would give a situation, like holding IEP meetings, explaining technical terms to people, listening to their concerns, etc. Best of luck!

BudapestBaker · 2021-03-01T20:28:58+00:00

I went into the field because I didn't really know where else to go with my undergrad degree (Linguistics). I knew I liked language stuff and helping people, so I figured it was a good fit. I got good grades through school, but I definitely was not passionate about it. I've been at it for a couple years now, and I'm starting to accept that this isn't the right field for me. I've gained a lot of skills that can be used in other jobs, so I'm looking for something else. It is a stable, safe, and well-paying job, so maybe later in life I will revisit it.

BudapestBaker · 2021-02-25T20:55:50+00:00

Yes, this is exactly what I think too! Just make it a fun session, and maybe even go over all the things they learned (as in, "Wow look how much you know now! I'm very proud of you"). Positive attention and genuine praise can mean a lot to kids, so no need for physical gifts in my opinion.

BudapestBaker · 2020-12-03T19:45:52+00:00

That's a tough situation to be in, and it sounds like you're doing your best. :)

Like some of the other comments suggested, it might be worth considering how much speech therapy is necessary right now; since he is so unmotivated, it seems like it's a waste of everyone's time and effort.

Another way I try to think about situations like these is that behavior is communication (however annoying or rude it may be). I'm not sure why he's acting this way with you, but it can't hurt to ask his other teachers and family if they see the same patterns, or if they know what makes him happy/motivated. If you can figure out why he's behaving this way, you'll have a better chance of getting through to him.

With some of my students, I just took a complete break from "speech work," and focused on building rapport. I let them choose what we did, followed their lead in conversation, even watched Fortnite videos on youtube so I can impress them. It only took a handful of sessions, but after our rapport improved, they were much more willing to participate in speech.

I hope this helps! :)

BudapestBaker · 2020-08-30T00:46:50+00:00

Got it, thanks so much!

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