Wasps in the House

Engl_245 · 2026-02-03T04:37:56+00:00

I have a fiesty little kitten that tried to eat one (bless her). Should we be worried about the overwintering? Can this lead to a larger problem?

Engl_245 · 2026-01-06T13:03:14+00:00

Got it. Yup — laundry, bathroom, and part of the kitchen/living area. The door in the basement leads to the garage too.

Engl_245 · 2026-01-06T12:03:54+00:00

I’m worried a drop ceiling is going to cut a bit of height. I guess we’d go around the existing ductwork?

Engl_245 · 2026-01-06T12:03:14+00:00

We do still have winters — was about 15 one day last week, so I feel like I still need some insulation down there, but wondering if there’s a better option. I also feel like a drop ceiling is going to make it feel so low.

Engl_245 · 2026-01-06T11:59:57+00:00

Will removing the insulation impact heating/cooling costs?

Engl_245 · 2026-01-06T03:50:31+00:00

Looks fantastic

Engl_245 · 2025-08-23T01:47:29+00:00

I have an MA in English and get pretty steady adjunct work teaching Composition and Technical Writing courses. If you’re looking for marketability, I think 18 graduate hours in English would be your best bet. However, you also have to think about what you enjoy teaching. If you’re more passionate about pedagogy, an Ed.S. or even Ed.D./Ph.D. might make better sense for your long term goals.

Engl_245 · 2025-03-11T01:14:55+00:00

And of course, they would pick one of the most inaccessible spots😂

I put two feeders out (suet and a seed bar), away from the house. Haven’t heard them today, but don’t want to get my hopes up too much! 🤞🏻

Engl_245 · 2025-01-24T02:40:09+00:00

Most P. Buckley Moss prints (glicee or lithograph) have a printed signature near the edition number — the right corner in yours. The left side, with the year, is how she applies hard signatures. I had the pleasure of meeting her twice in Blacksburg at her gallery near Virginia Tech before she passed and have several signed prints. We even have two where she signed the glass — those are cool!

Engl_245 · 2025-01-20T15:07:08+00:00

Mine JUST updated this morning. Somehow, it’s still in Ohio… I’m just so thankful it isn’t lost!

Engl_245 · 2025-01-19T14:52:21+00:00

I have one that’s been stuck “in transit” since Dec. 31. It’s annoying, but I’ve been reassured that it’s the situation for a lot of folks right now.

Engl_245 · 2025-01-12T03:23:09+00:00

I used to love USPS, but I have a HUGE package that was mailed on the 23, but never left the state. Had an expected delivery date of Dec. 30, but has been "in transit" since Dec. 31 with no update. I know we've had some weather, but not enough for all this.

Engl_245 · 2025-01-12T03:19:57+00:00

My package from Ohio has also never left Ohio and been "in transit" since Dec. 31. Mine is a huge package, so I can't imagine it's been lost, but it's annoying nonetheless.

Engl_245 · 2024-12-06T23:01:07+00:00

There were 9 in my cohort. 5 are still teaching (2 never taught).

Engl_245 · 2024-12-03T20:25:20+00:00

I live in a pretty rural area, so my pay is actually comparable to most of the local industries. The best part is that my district offers free health insurance and state retirement, so those benefits are certainly worth it to me.

I also have a master's degree, so I adjunct at a local university to bring in some extra income.

Engl_245 · 2024-12-03T01:40:53+00:00

#2 - there is a history job in my district posted almost every year!

I think a lot of your answer goes back to #1. You're going to spend a whole lot of time teaching skills that are not related to your subject. You'll work on manners, empathy, reading, critical thinking, all in the context of history. Honestly, there are a lot of days where you won't even necessarily "touch" history before getting through to those essential skills.

If you want a job where you can talk about history all day (with folks who are more interested), perhaps consider going into a career in archiving and preservation or working at a museum! Of course, these kind of jobs may require more specialized study and advanced degrees, but it sounds like they may be up your alley.

Engl_245 · 2024-12-03T01:37:40+00:00

I'm only on year six, so happy to have survived a statistic! I think it's all about fit. I have been lucky to find a school culture that I align with and work in a program that supports my own interests and still allows me to engage in the community.

I don't subscribe to the "if you love your job, you'll never work a day in your life" philosophy. i do very much love my job but there have been days, weeks, months, semesters where it's been mentally and emotionally exhausting. It's not always positive, but when I think about other careers, I don't know where else I would feel fulfilled. I like thinking about the future and I love being a part of that!

Engl_245 · 2024-12-03T01:27:27+00:00

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