March 1974:
You know when you're learning a new word and try to use it as much as possible? A kid in my class was fixated on 'respect' and over-used it. I would literally cringe every time he opened his mouth, because I knew that word would eventually be used.
Well, my word was 'embarrassed'. While I didn't try to insert it often, I wasn't really sure of the definition. But when my beloved Mrs. H announced we were going to be split up into groups and create different things, I was excited to be assigned to the Book group. We would try to write a story, and Mr. H would be our group leader.
We sat in a circle at a table and tried to brainstorm ideas for our story. Characters were decided, and a basic plot. I found my opening and asked if the main character could be embarrassed, and was finally told what it meant. I also learned my mind went blank during those verbal brainstorming sessions, I didn't really contribute anything. I don't even think our story ever got written.
I do remember seeing a short film that one group put on as they created their own Star Trek episode. And I noticed one of the other girls in my group ended up being in it, but not understanding why.
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Present Day:
Weather warmed up to 50s today! We'll be celebrating the youngling's 10th birthday with his grandparents (last weekend was just simply too icy), and I SHOULD be able to go to karaoke.
Songs will be the same as last week's:
Ghost Riders In the Sky (Outlaws)
You Haven't Seen The Last of Me (Cher) OR Miracle (Jon Bon Jovi)
Girl Can't Help It (Journey)
Genie In a Bottle (Christina Agulara and only if Mel comes)
Girls Just Want To Have Fun (Cyndi Lauper)
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