Well, it seems I've gained a permanent pound or so. Blah. I need to come up with some strategy to kick off a new wave of weight loss. Clearly I need to reduce calories, but I don't really have any vague notion of how I want to approach that.
I DO know from my experience last summer that as soon as I am out of school, my metabolism will slow down due to not running around all day like a chicken with my head cut off. I need to anticipate that. Last summer I plateaued all summer. Now I'm ALREADY in a plateau going into the summer. This is a clear recipe for a GAIN. Not good.
So . . . in other news: I unexpectedly applied for a new job yesterday at what is probably the best private school in the Memphis area. I hadn't expected to do it, but I heard they had an opening, and I knew they didn't come open often, so I thought, "What the heck!"
I'm very excited at the possibility of working at a school like this--it would be a night-and-day difference from where I am now. The students are years more advanced there. It would be a real challenge for me to step up my own teaching to their level, and after being at my current job for nine years, I'm really ready for a challenge. I am a tad underqualified for the position as all my education is of the public variety (I never went through what they're going through) and I don't have a degree in literature. However, I have other selling points and accomplishments that I hope they will consider.
The only downside is that I would have to postpone baby plans for a few months (don't want to be preggers on my first day!). But I'm seriously counting my chickens here, and I don't even have any eggs! So cross your fingers that I get an interview, because I kill in interviews!
Sorry to everyone for not getting around to your blogs this week. I've been oh, so busy. It's that time of year. I hope to find some time for you soon.
Posted By: ashleyb
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04/25/2007 11:03
The good and the bad!
Sorry about the pound. But you know it's not really permanent. You can do it. I think you've accomplished so much even if you never lose another pound. But you will.
Good luck with getting the job. I think my step-mom's friend does something at that school. I'm not sure though. I'm asking her. My step-mom is a teacher in the City school system. Well, til the end of this year. She's retiring. I'm so happy for her.
I'm having the same issues with Baby #2. DH's job and school is making us put that off. It's a hard thing to accept. I'm ready for another one NOW! When "the time" comes, I may chicken out. You know? I think that in the long run, everything works out the way it's supposed to, so I'm going to stop worrying and stressing. I hope you can do the same.
You are doing awesome and that pound will come off!
that's what my fortune cookie said at lunch today. It didn't say what kind of change or for whom, but it sounds like you've got a lot of potential changes and a few actual on the way. Try not to stress about the impending summer--maybe a more structured food plan (in terms of portions?) or a walking buddy would help?
The Self Challenge has a food log and an exercise log. Their calorie estimates seem way off to me, but I've never counted calories before so maybe it's fine. It's mostly helping me because I need to log what I eat somewhere, regardless of whether I'm limiting based on calories or points or whatever, and it's a new method.
I applied for a new job this week, too. Can't write about it on my blog because I'm getting ever more paranoid, but I'll keep you posted.
I'll keep my fingers crossed for an interview for you--I'm sure you'll knock their socks off once you meet them.
The difference between this summer and last is that you have an idea of what to expect. Yes, the reality of it may not be what you want, but it is also one of those times where you can expect the worst, aim for the best, and pray the real results fall someplace in between.
It really sounds like you're beyond busy. I'm happy to hear about your potential new position. Best of luck!!!
Im sure you are just ready for school to be over with! I know I am!!! I can't wait! Don't worry about the pound, you will get it off, I do agree with the others, this summer you know how to handle things, all you can do is to keep on doing what you are doing and not give up!
your strengths in an interview. I know what you mean. I also shine at interviews and look forward to them. Change is good and we need it not to get stuck in a rut. 9 years is a long time to stay in one environment. Good luck - we're rooting for you and get rid of that 1lb.
Spoke to a good friend who teaches in Cordova (she has PhD and teaches high school English). Her response was, 'They won't allow cars that cost under 60K on their parking lot. Working there is a form of legal slavery.'
Just another perspective.
Still waiting for internet. I think I'll type up some entries and have them in reserve for when (IF) I ever get online again.
Hey girl - your headaches will decrease dramatically in a private school. Of course, it will have its own set of challenges - helicopter parents and you must think "PR" all the time. But the disicpline is much easier.
Sounds like you have lots of changes coming on the horizon! I will keep my fingers crossed for an interview at that school. I am a product of all private schools, so of course, I am a big proponent of it.
And don't worry about that pound. If I know you, it will be gone within a week. And I think this summer will be better than last, because you will KNOW what to expect. Again, knowing you, I am sure you will have a plan-of-attack!
