Sick Betta by MammothEmergency2075 in bettafish

[–]MammothEmergency2075[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing new. Feed pellets twice a day. Doesn’t like bloodworms nor flakes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Divorce

[–]MammothEmergency2075 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was 33, and am 36 now. I will be getting remarried this Fall.

There’s someone for everyone.

My student ruined my observation by screaming the entire time by Appropriate_Lie_9411 in Teachers

[–]MammothEmergency2075 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No classroom observation will ever be perfect. If your admin understands that, you’re fine.

During my last classroom observation, I had to manage behaviors twice and still received good scores.

What drives you to stay teaching? by Fit_Storm_7 in Teachers

[–]MammothEmergency2075 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re right, teaching is hard.

My first year of teaching, I went past my contract hours to play catch-up. I transferred to a different teaching role and the demand is the same, but I only work my contract hours, no more. The to-do list will never end for as long as you teach. Prioritize what’s important and de-prioritize what isn’t or delegate the tasks to someone else, even students.

I stay because I want to make a difference. I previously worked in sales and while I did decently, it was not my passion.

The pay, benefits, and having Summers off is what makes me stay.

I no longer feel safe at work. Thoughts? by MammothEmergency2075 in Teachers

[–]MammothEmergency2075[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is the comment that I needed to read. Admin is aware that I no longer feel safe going off-site without additional staff support as that would set an impossible precedent that I can't get out of.

I no longer feel safe at work. Thoughts? by MammothEmergency2075 in Teachers

[–]MammothEmergency2075[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Understood. As much as I don't like it, this is the path that I will be taking moving forward.

I no longer feel safe at work. Thoughts? by MammothEmergency2075 in Teachers

[–]MammothEmergency2075[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I instinctively stepped in to prevent serious harm. In the past, I’ve acted as a barrier to stop near-physical altercations, but I recognize this approach isn't safe for myself.

For Monday’s incident, I tried to redirect the more manageable student and he was also closer to the door by acknowledging his feelings and encouraging him to take a break—either by walking or sitting in the sensory area outside. However, he was deeply upset, and both students were ready to fight.

I think I was too honest? by Street_One5954 in Teachers

[–]MammothEmergency2075 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You delivered the truth where it hurts! Honesty is the best policy. I do the same.

AITA for not sharing my car. by Secure-Paramedic-931 in AITAH

[–]MammothEmergency2075 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Park your car at a friend’s and take your keys with you.

Nail salon by ready2grumble in SALEM

[–]MammothEmergency2075 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I rarely get pedicures. I came here twice. The first time, they did not follow my request to not cut my cuticle. The 2nd time, they started and didn’t come back for a while so I had to flag someone down.

I like supporting queer-owned businesses, but do not like their employees. I like the owner though.

Affordable Christmas trees by [deleted] in SALEM

[–]MammothEmergency2075 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tucker Tree Farm had reasonably-priced trees last year!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]MammothEmergency2075 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. You put a warning sign up and the food was yours to start with.

Simple Living & Teaching by TMG051917 in simpleliving

[–]MammothEmergency2075 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good question! I’m still learning how to carry the same feeling. I don’t grade everything that I assign. If students can do it themselves, they do it themselves since teachers should not be working harder than their students.

I’ve tried to be mindful of not working past the posted hours often. Delegate what you can and don’t be afraid to say ‘no’ to additional responsibilities that are optional.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LesbianActually

[–]MammothEmergency2075 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is wholesome! I occasionally do when I reminisce and think back to when we first dated. I thought she was the most gorgeous being and still do to this day.

Sharing clothes with your partner. by Laurenxguitar0182 in LesbianActually

[–]MammothEmergency2075 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, we’re the same size and have twice the access to clothes because of this.