So much to write about this Monday that is exciting for me, so I'll share my favorite three. First, and foremost, the Steelers won yesterday! They played the Chargers and it was an exciting game. We've been so frustrated by our quarterback's performance during the season I was nervous for this week. But he came out and looked like the Ben of 3 years ago; confident and strong. They are playing the Ravens on Sunday in the AFC Championship game, and after they win that, it's off to the Super Bowl :)
Second thing: April turned me on to jewelry by Lisa Leonard (i.love.her.stuff) and I check out her blog on a daily basis. A couple days ago she asked for people to submit easy recipes she can make for her family since all of December was a take-out month. She picked MY recipe for White Chicken Chili!! It sounds silly, but it was exciting to see my name on her blog. I hope they like it.
The recipe is:
1 48 oz. jar of Randall brand Great Northern Beans (undrained)
1 jar salsa (your favorite brand)
4 cups shredded cheese (I use sharp cheddar)
2 cans shredded chicken
Into a large pot, empty jar of beans (do not drain first), the jar of salsa, all of the cheese. Drain the chicken and break up the pieces with your fingers. Add to pot. Stir and heat over medium high until cheese is melted and chili is heated through. Serve with sour cream and sliced green onions as condiments if you'd like. This is also really good to scoop up with Fritos.
And for the third thing. Since I started working at school I've gotten to really "know" the kids. There is a boy in 5th grade that is new to the school this year and has some real behavior issues. I would see him in the principals office at least 3 times a week. Well, he and I have really started to build a great relationship and there have been some positive changes in him. The principal and his teacher told me today I am really making a difference with him and they are glad to see him communicate with someone. That really made me feel good. I have a soft spot for this boy, I just don't think he gets the chance to show he can be good.
Happy Monday!
2 comments:
They should move you from the lunch room to the guidance office!
What a great day. People like you, that a troubled child can trust, makes all the difference in the world. I can tell you that from first hand experience with my students. I am sure that the teacher appreciates you more than she can say.
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