4.22.2010

Of Strikes and Buds...

Today is a very odd and strange day around here. After months of trying to work out the details of their contract and being treated in a most disrespectful way but our district's Board of Trustees, our wonderful teachers began a strike this morning. We knew it was coming and had time to prepare (as much as you can prepare for something like this), but that didn't make it any easier for anyone. This morning, Erin (who did not go to school) and I stopped by to give the teachers our support and see if they needed anything. They were very upbeat, appreciative of the support they've been receiving from parents and students, and more than happy to pose for my POTD in front of the sign of the school where they all wish they were teaching today.  Our teachers are phenomenal, and we can't wait to all be back in the classroom!!!


And, of course, I'm still tracking the progress of my little rose bud friend. Next time I start to take a series of pictures of a flower, someone PLEASE remind me to pick on that's easier to access! Now that it's getting bigger, it's harder to get a good shot of it. Pretty soon, I worry that its weight will having it hanging upside-down. But I'm still at it!

10 comments:

  1. EstherApril 22, 2010 at 1:05 PM

    Teachers in my opinion are so under appreciated and under payed. I hope something gets worked out soon to their benefit. And I'm loving the angle of your shot on the rose. It's getting there! :)

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  2. AprilApril 22, 2010 at 1:10 PM

    I hope everything works out ok..That's a great shot of the rose :) so pretty.

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  3. JoanneApril 22, 2010 at 2:20 PM

    I sure hope things work out for your teachers! Love the rose!

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  4. patApril 22, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    Here's hoping that the teachers can get what they need! I think it is morally disgusting that teachers are paid what they get, and athletes get those atrocious salaries... Glad to see Bud coming along!!

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  5. janettApril 22, 2010 at 4:57 PM

    I hate that our society doesn't value teachers, they are underpaid and overworked. I hope they can some to a resolution quickly.

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  6. YolandaApril 23, 2010 at 3:45 AM

    I agree with Pat. The bud photo is beautiful.

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  7. DenitaApril 23, 2010 at 5:19 AM

    My husband is a teacher and I know first hand how hard they work and the challenges they face - best of luck to your teachers. Also, what an awesome flower!! :)

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  8. annabelleApril 23, 2010 at 6:12 AM

    I'm with Pat, its just messed up.
    I love your rose and would really love to put my nose right in the middle lol :)

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  9. MargaretApril 23, 2010 at 8:44 AM

    Hope everything works out soon with the teachers. Your rose is still looking beautiful!

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  10. KRISTIEApril 24, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    Such a lovely rose

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