The Haps in Grandy Grand Forks

Here's what's been up for Donica Severson in Grand Forks, North Dakota:

I'm staying as optimistic as I can. I feel 20 credits of straight A's is a little much, but unfortunately this is how my semesters are gonna have to be if I'm to graduate in time. BLEH. 

I've been doing my field experience under a high school Latin teacher here. She switches between two high schools throughout the day, but I've just been visiting her at one of them.  During spring break I will be spending the fullllllllll dayyyyyyy with her! This may make or break my teaching career. However, I've been really enjoying being around her. In fact, I think I'm going to continue observing there even when my observation hours are done. Yesterday she let me go over translations with the class, which was so fun, but also just torturous. I enjoyed being able to correct and help them with their translations, but it also made me remember how horrid high school can be to some people.

Some of the boys got really nervous, and one of them was making the attempt to impress me with his decision to translate not just ONE sentence like I had asked, but six. He began to translate and the other boys started making fun of him for translating more than he should have, and he got highly defensive, flustered, and couldn't even continue with his translations. His mind completely blanked and he couldn't talk. He was so embarrassed! I felt terrible. 

During the end of the day, my teacher asked if I'd like to chaperone for their Latin Day trip to Concordia in Moorhead where they will be participating in a Latin competition and various other activities. She also mentioned how she is retiring in two years and asked me if I 1) wanted to do my student teaching there 2) wanted to teach there. Yes to both. One of the science teachers teaching at this school also double majored in Latin and was being lined up to become the Latin teacher, but she said that he may be willing to stay as a science teacher. That would be so cool! I'm not gonna get my hopes up, but what an  incredible opportunity that would be! And perfect timing! Her other solution to the problem was that I marry this single science teacher and we work out who's gonna teach Latin. Also a good option. 

My brother comes in two days! Oh yes he does. I'm so excited. But also am in need of people to man-sit him while I do observations (similar to babysitting, except doing manly things instead of making playdough). If you would like the opportunity to 1) man-sit    or  2) hang out with my brother and I you may contact me via any means you know of (phone, facebook, blogspot, email, pigeon, airplane message, etc.)

TOODLES

-Donica

Genes: A glimpse into the life of a Crapuchettes/Severson

Last night just as I was about to turn off my light and hop in bed, I heard my computer "ringing" notifying me of a skype call. I answered it, and, not seeing any video on the other side but hearing noises and squealing, I knew it must be my mother. I instructed her to turn on video and before my eyes sat my mother and littlest sister with bright red faces. Not only did they have matching complexion, but both were sporting underarmour and also trying to talk to me at the same time. Apparently they had just returned from jogging and both were excited to tell of their new found inspiration to make this a nightly routine. Sure I was exhausted, but seeing  both my mother and sister together always makes me smile. I mean, I would be glad to see ANY of my sisters together with my mom, but this Amiel/Damaris combination is frighteningly identical. It's my mother Amiel, and Damaris, the little Amiel. 


For example:

They both get excited at the same time.

They take turns smiling into the camera.

They both have the same reaction to my jokes.

They both look at themselves while skyping (okay really, who doesn't?!)

And all the while I was was taking snapshots...

I must say, I absolutely adore my parents, four sisters, and brother. Speaking of brother, it looks like he's coming to visit me for TWO WEEKS! So those of you in the GF area between the 12-27th (March) let me know, I may bore him after awhile (plus I also have observations over spring break sooooooooo....).

Ummmm I know I have more to say, but I'll stop while I'm ahead (am I, though?).  

P.S., to my Alaskan folk, there is no Kaladis here. And I'll let you think about that one...

TOODLES

-Donica