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And now for this week’s sentence to finish: “I’m done with school, but…“
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I’m done with school, but…
To be honest hoping not ever to have relive my schools days.
Not that I hated or loathed school by any means or had a particularly bad experience, but still truly hope that I don’t have to go back and be a school age student again.
Don’t get me wrong, I had some great days during my school years and am nostalgic at times. I mean this was a time when I first realized I wanted to be a teacher. Seriously who could forget that, if you read and follow my blog.
Me as a School aged kid
And I also will never forget my elementary school graduation and a few months even shared a video of it here that an old friend had uploaded to YouTube and had Facebook messaged me the link to believe it or not. (Feel free to watch it now, but I warn you it is well over an hour long).
Talk about a blast from the past from all the way back to 1989!
But still, too much time has indeed passed and much to much water under the proverbial bridge for me. Even though, I shared here last week, how much I still love and adore the 1980’s here.
So to be honest, I am truly happy in the here and now with my husband and girls.
My Family Now
And one final note about school days, I am truly glad that I am not in school now for the reforms and federal/state testing. I truly am worried for my girls now and the fun definitely will begin this fall for Emma starting Kindergarten (for more on my feeling about this click here). Wish us luck!
Now that I shared my feelings about being done with school, please share yours here with us today.
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Lisa @ Golden Spoons says
School has definitely changed a lot over the years and I have no desire to go back to those days. That was, however, one awesome mullet you were rocking! 😉
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Janine Huldie says
Aww, thanks Lisa and I know I just couldn't resist including that picture, because does make me smile so!! 🙂
Kelly L McKenzie says
Incredible to have recovered a video of your grad. Amazing. I did peek at it but confess I couldn't do the full hour and a bit. Really special for you though to have it! I wouldn't want to go back to the school days either. An upcoming grad reunion is bad enough, I mean special enough!
Janine Huldie says
Kelly, I truly don't expect anyone to watch the whole thing, but seriously had to include here, because it is so a part of my past and still can't believe my old friend uploaded this only a few short months ago. I had all but forgotten it, but as soon as I clicked play went it was sent to me, I was transported back to that day and remembered so much of it!! 🙂
Kenya G. Johnson says
This school year (3rd grade) has me stressed out. Christopher is a good student all A's & one B but the testing has changed for this year. The teachers only found out in December how to prepare them. A lot of kids aren't going to be passed to fourth grade because of these tests. There will be a mandatory summer school and then they are in a transitional reading class in the fourth grade. I'm holding my breath for everyone.
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Janine Huldie says
Kenya, being a licensed math teacher, who is no longer teaching right now, but does keep up with the curriculum and changes to it, I am truly worried for my girls. Yes, I can totally help them, but still it is a lot to be expected of kids at such a young age and most definitely nervous for all this. I wish Christopher the best of luck and got my fingers crossed for you guys.
irkedmommy says
School is a completely different beast now!
It is so different from when I was in school.
Although, I hated it then and still hate it now, LOL.
Can't please everyone, I guess.
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Janine Huldie says
So true and so very different. I taught middle school before I had my girls and truly couldn't believe how much more advanced and grownup these kids are at that age. I was definitely so much more naive at that point in my life. I am totally heading over to check out you post now, too 🙂
Kristi Campbell says
Every time I see that awesome 80's Janine, I wish I knew you then. You had the whole blue eye shadow and hip thrust pose going on, and I love it.
I feel you about kindergarten and the testing, as you know. I almost talked about how ridiculous standardized testing is in my post but honestly just decided it wasn't worth going there because it's a topic on its own and I'm maybe lazy….
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Janine Huldie says
I wish we knew each other then, too, because I definitely was a bit of a different person back in the day and you too I think were from all you posts about your former self. As for the testing, I can't help but mention it here and must admit it is in the back of my mind and very much a concern of mine, because no matter how smart the kids are nowadays, these tests definitely bring things to a whole new level. And by the way you are definitely not lazy 🙂
spiritedlife says
I had a fine time in high school, but I have no desire to go back. If they had the dual enrollment back then, I would've done it, and "graduated" my sophomore year so I could start college as a junior. Nothing was that spectacular about it either.
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Janine Huldie says
I actually didn't mind high school, but still that was then and this is now. And like you don't want to go back now either.
Billybuc says
That's an easy one…..but the learning never ends. 🙂
I loved college….all the years before college could have been skipped with regards to school…not fun at all.
Have a great Friday Janine!
Janine Huldie says
You know I agree that learning never ends. And I do agree my early years weren't bad, but middle and high school were definitely not the best for me either. Happy Friday to you now, too Bill 🙂
Karen says
I hated going to school as a kid. I was bullied in elementary schoool, weird and teased in high school, college was when I found I could really be who I was meant to be. Think that is one of the reasons I am so scared for Dino to start at a new school, what if he's teased, though I think he has the personality that he loves everybody.
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Janine Huldie says
Karen, I too was bullied a bit in elementary school, because I was a smart kid and definitely not the prettiest, most popular girl. Thankfully, in middle school I had a better time and by high school I kind of just did my own thing and for the most part let it go. But still I do remember those nasty, mean girls and truly hope that my own girls too will go unscathed and definitely not become one of the mean girls. Trust me this is a worry of mine, too.
massholemommy says
I wouldn't go back, either, but if I had to I think I would do things a little differently. If I knew then what I know now.
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Janine Huldie says
So true Robin and believe me if I only knew then what I know now, I think certain things would definitely be different.
tamaralikecamera says
I feel like laughing at the idea of watching that whole hour long video! Hey, I just might.
I never ever want to go back to college, and unfortunately, that seems my only option as an adult! I'm no Billy Madison – I can't go back to kindergarten! I have thought about going back to school for a higher degree, but I got a major in Journalism and I have studied photography so I feel like maybe I'm just DONE.
Except for the years of helping our kids. Yikes!
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Janine Huldie says
I know it is crazy and trust me never imagined anyone watching the whole thing. Just thought it was a funny add to this post and that if you clicked through to view would get a good laugh at the fashion and show itself. Just crazy at how totally 80s it truly was! And I too couldn't imagine going back. I think I am all schooled out at this point,but I guess never say never. And I may need some vent sessions with you as our kids do enter elementary school and th real fun begins now!!
coachdaddyblogger says
Those shorts are classic. Please tell me you have a pair like them still.
High school for me was a period of apathy that lasted well into college. I don't think I worked hard until I actually had to work. What if I'd applied myself? Of course, I might not be here right now, so I shouldn't complain much.
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Janine Huldie says
I wish I did Eli. Seriously, they were pretty darn awesome though, right?! By my senior year in high school, I too pretty much coasted through. I never had much troubles in the scholastics issues and took a lot for granted, because of it. But like you realized very quickly how hard I had to work once I did indeed have my first real job.
anothercleanslate says
I would love to go back to school but its just too expensive!
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Janine Huldie says
I know and still paying off the loans from my Master's Degree work here, too!
Kerri says
I think you are doing great right where you are and agree about the testing. YIKES!!!
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Janine Huldie says
Oh Kerri, the testing keeps me up at night sometimes thinking about. Thank you so much though for saying that about where I am now 🙂
susanzutautas says
I always loved school and have been thinking of taking a class or two at the University that is not too far from my house. To go back full time nah….. but a class or two would be nice.
Janine Huldie says
A class or two maybe if it weren't too expensive, but same full time wouldn't happen again in this lifetime.
Dana says
I loved school, but I would never go back unless I had to for a job and they paid for it. I am looking forward to reliving college vicariously through my children though!
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Janine Huldie says
Me too and hope to live through them, because I sure don’t want to go back either!
jasteck says
I wanted to be a teacher when I grew up, but life took a different direction. I love to learn, so while I'm not in what I call formal school, I am taking lots of community classes. The best part? No tests. 🙂
Janine Huldie says
I love that part for sure and even though I was always good at testing, still not fun at all!!
Camille says
I am so nervous for Kay to start school too!
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Janine Huldie says
Seriously, I am definitely nervous and scared for her, too.
lisang@expandng.com says
Wow, that haircut is amazing! Wow! I'm so happy you shared it 🙂
Janine Huldie says
Lisa, my pleasure and hope it made you smile on this Friday now!! 🙂
Lanaya says
BAHAHAHAHAHA … I LOVE when that picture comes out! It cracks me up every time!
We would have been awesome friends in school. I just know it.
And speaking of school ~ all mine are out of spring break starting next week so back to crazy work I go.
xoxo
Lanaya
Janine Huldie says
Me too and I seriously couldn't resist!! And we don't have spring break here until the third week of April and seriously so in need right now and not going to lie could use a break here sometimes. Love you and xoxo!! 🙂
clark says
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Janine Huldie says
And we had two of those tables back int he day, so count me out of this one for sure, lol!! 🙂
day-with-kt.com says
I couldn't love that picture of you even a tiny bit more than I do – everything from the outfit, to the makeup and the hair – classic 80s!! Awesome!!!
And, I know the testing is crazy these days but school is still pretty great and your daughters will love it!!!
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Janine Huldie says
I seriously have used it here a few times, but still can’t help but think it works perfectly and had to use it again. And thank you for saying that about school and my girls. I truly hope so and have my fingers crossed too 🙂
Kat says
My elementary and high school years were not something that I would ever want to repeat! College? Maybe part-time someday if I find something that I'd really like to study.
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Janine Huldie says
Same here about elementary and high school years,but part time wouldn't be bad as long as it was free at this point, because I am still paying off student loans from college to be honest.
realhousewife says
It's going to be so cute when the girls go to Kindergarten! I loved that grade with each girl…so many cute things and milestones:).
The year I lost my mind I think was when I had my oldest graduating from high school and the same year my youngest was graduating Kindergarten…now can you imagine the mixed activities we had going on around here? Lol. It was INSANE but man I've got some adorable photos from those years:)
Janine Huldie says
That is insane and would love to see those photos. Seriously you made me smile just thinking about that tonight. Thanks Kelly 🙂
gigigirl says
I agree Janine. I always liked school and enjoyed my years as a student. But I was thinking how difficult it would be to be a college student today. Tuitions are high and sudent loans a burden (as you well know). I was lucky to have gone through all my school years without the pressures the kids have today to pass tests, etc. Let's hope things will change for the better by the time the girls go through the elementary years. I worry for our young people. But….have a good weekend. I love that photo of the 4 of you at Canon…..beautiful! Love…..xxoo
Janine Huldie says
I have my fingers crossed for a better scenario for the girls and change for the better indeed. And thank you for sharing and also for saying that about the photo of the 4 of us! Love you too xoxo 🙂
basicallyb says
Eeeek! I had the same shorts as you!! I'm also glad to be out of school these days. All this excessive bullying these days makes me nervous for my son.
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Janine Huldie says
Pretty much same here about the bullying and have been a teacher in current times to know I do worry about this and so much more.
Rosey says
I wouldn't want to go back to high school either. There were pros and cons, but I like being a grown up and running my own house much better than being a kid. 🙂
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Janine Huldie says
So true Rosey and trust me some things were definitely pros, but others not so much!! 🙂
dianeroark says
Janine,
I am sure you are a great teacher today with your girls. I love your school picture and your video. Your hair cute looks so familiar and your hand on your hip cracks me up.
Have a wonderful day!
Diane Roark
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Janine Huldie says
Aww, thanks so much Diane for saying that and wishing you a wonderful day now, too!! 🙂
dribblesngrits says
I totally agree about the testing. It almost feels like the schools are more concerned about failing/passing kids than they are about teaching them. I don't mean that because they provide the standardized tests as much as the practice of giving them out and what happens when the school fails to meet AYP. I hate how tests, report cards and all the focus is on pass and fail. Like the testing process is supposed to just tell you what your kid needs to work on and the strengths, like a personality test. It shouldn't be so ego focused like it is.
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Janine Huldie says
I couldn’t have said this better if I tried about these standardized tests. And really have my own sets of issues with them, but like I said you truly hit the nail on the head. School and education shouldn’t be solely based on these tests and it is very sad that for the most part this is the case though.
dishofdailylife says
I'm glad to be done with school, I have to say. I wouldn't re-do it for anything. I do like constantly learning still, but I wouldn't want to have that sort of schedule again.
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Janine Huldie says
Me neither and agree with you a 100 percent on this!! 🙂
Nellie says
OMG Janine! Seriously you are so cute!! I don't think I want to go back to those times, I was so incredibly awkward and uncomfortable pretty much every day 🙂
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Janine Huldie says
Aww thanks Nellie and I am with you about not wanting to go back there at all either. 🙂