So I know that it is pretty much a fact that pregnancy steals your brain (alongside your body, your balance and a bunch of other stuff I have blocked out), but I never realized that nearly 4 years after my final pregnancy, I still wouldn't have my brain back!
Silly me decided that the easiest way to complete the 5 hours of continuing ed that I needed to keep my teaching certificate current, would be to do it online. So I applied at a large On-Line University. My thinking was I could take this class from the comfort of my home on my own time. Everyone would still get to dance class, basketball, football, CCD and all the other things we need to do and I would get my credits.
Only thing is...I seemingly no longer have a brain.
It makes it tough to go to school.
Really, really tough.
This class is kicking my butt all over the comfort of my own home. This would be why I haven't posted in ages. I am blessedly almost through 2 weeks of a 3 week class but the amount of work and reading required is ridiculous. Plus I have to do a GROUP PROJECT!!!!
I hate group projects. I have always hated them. I think it started at some point in high school when it seemed like I alone completed the majority of the project. They simply leave a bad taste in my mouth. Now, I get to do a virtual group project.
Kill me now.
So my schedule for this week is/was:
Tuesday: Read Chpts 3, 4, 5, 6 (about 35 pgs each)
Wednesday: Submit Junior High/Middle School Debate Paper (with APA Citations - Like I remember what the heck those are anymore!)
Thursday: Answer 2 of 4 discussion questions
Friday: Submit Parent Brochure
Saturday: Adolescent Characteristics Paper
Monday: Learning Summary
Plus we have to post "meaningful responses" to other posts 4 out of 7 days.
Kill me now.
All of this is seriously making me think that my brain got hijacked in-utero by one of my children and I want it back. Problem is, I don't know which one. I'm not really sure when the ability to acquire higher learning was sucked out!
Since being a mother, my common sense knowledge has skyrocketed. I have learned that the 5 second rule can be extended to the "as long as I know it's yours" rule. I have learned that kids hate to brush their teeth, but its easier when they have watermelon toothpaste and a toothbrush that sings to them. I have learned that arguing over outfit choices with a three year old is a losing battle. Just let them wear whatever they want. No one cares.
There are days that my kids think I am brilliant.
My fellow classmates, however, probably wish I would just log off.
As I told my teacher, I will probably get used to all this and catch up on day 5 of week 3. It will be too late to help with this class, but I still have one more to go and I think I'll need all the help I can get.
Up next: Adolescent Psychology! Yikes!
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5 comments:
I don't think it is you. I took an online class to finish my degree, and holy crap was it time consuming and difficult. I think they make it extra work to make it seem like an online class isn't an easy out. I remember the Mr. saying to me, "how many credits is this class...you are putting in an awful lot of time"...hang in there!
Thanks for visiting my blog too!
I reckon a bit of my brain was absorbed by the placenta with the birth of each of my kids....that's my excuse anyway.
The pottery is available widely in Ireland - not just in Kilkenny, although I did visit their premises once and was able to buy some very good 'seconds'.
Love your sense of humour - I look forward to your posts (but not in a stalking kind of way!)
Whoever has your brain most certainly has mine as well. I cannot get it together!
I'm thinking about just sitting around and playing bunco for the rest of my life. ;)
Ugh. Group projects and "meaningful responses to posts" were the bane of my existence in nursing school. No good reason for either--just torture.
Listen woman, I know you are busy with school and all...but you need to go to my blog, and you need to post to yours. See ya friday darlin'!
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