Okay, I know...I know. It's been quiet on the blog. People, you need to work with me here! My reading time was slowed down, and now with company at the house, it's hard to fit in reading time without being exceptionally rude. Anyway, I'm almost done with "Angus, Thongs, and Full Frontal Snogging." Up next is another Cirque Du Freak book. After that, Lilac Rain has insisted that I need to read the next book in the Whimpy Kids series. Riddle me this...what are you reading this Spring Break?
Take a Spring Break not a READING Break!!
<3 Mrs. T...hompson
P.S. I think I'll be exceptionally rude to my visitors and take my own advice! ;)
Monday, March 29, 2010
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Angus, Thongs, and Full-Frontal Snogging
I am *LOVING* this book. For those of you who are in my home base, you probably heard me giggling all through SSR. Yes, this book is that funny!! This book is the first in a series about the confessions of Georgia Nicolson, and it’s written by Louise Rennison. Just to give you a preview here’s what’s on the first page. Now, remember, I’m not plagiarizing because I’m giving the author full credit and I am not claiming that any of this is my idea. Understand?
In another part of the book, Georgia’s friend, Ellen, talks about being kissed at a Christmas party, and Ellen describes the kiss as, “A bit on the wet side, like a sort of warm jelly feeling.”
If you’re interested in this book, our school media center has the series. Trust me, they’re hysterical!! Oh, and don't forget we have another book report this marking period!
Read on!
<3 Mrs. T...hompson
There are
Six Things
Very wrong with my life:
(1)
I have one of those under the skin spots that will never come to a head but lurk in a red way for the next two years.
(2)
It’s on my nose.
(3)
I have a three year old sister who may have peed in my room.
(4)
In fourteens days the summer hols will be over and then it will be back to Stalag 14 and Oberfuhrer Frau Simpson and her bunch of sadistic “teachers.”
(5)
I am very ugly and need to go into an ugly home.
(6)
I went to a party dressed as a stuffed olive.
In another part of the book, Georgia’s friend, Ellen, talks about being kissed at a Christmas party, and Ellen describes the kiss as, “A bit on the wet side, like a sort of warm jelly feeling.”
If you’re interested in this book, our school media center has the series. Trust me, they’re hysterical!! Oh, and don't forget we have another book report this marking period!
Read on!
<3 Mrs. T...hompson
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Th1rteen R3asons Why
If you check my “Currently Reading” list, you’ll see I’m reading Th1rteen R3asons Why. This book is completely awesome and almost impossible to put down. I’ve already given all of my classes a summary, so I’m not going to repeat myself. However, this book has made me ponder if I can pinpoint thirteen reasons that influenced specific decisions I’ve made in my life…either good or bad.
Here’s my list of 13 Reasons Why I Decided to Date/Marry My Husband:
1. The first time he said, “Hello”, I *swear* I saw my entire future life flash before my eyes…wedding, working at the same radio station, buying our first house, what it looked like…everything.
2. Since I was sort of freaked out about the whole “hello” thing, I avoided going on a date with him, so he called my house and left such a message on my answering machine, that my grandmother made him peanut butter cookies and MADE me go out with him. I guess the reason I put this here is because he thought I was someone special and didn’t give up asking me out until I said (was made) to say “yes”.
3. For our first date, he saved up 2 weeks worth of his paycheck to buy us excellent seats to a Pistons game, even though it meant that the only food he would be able to afford was soup during the 2 weeks.
4. On our first date he didn’t even try to kiss me goodnight because he respected me that much.
5. He helped me land my first job as a radio D.J.
6. He watches cheesy romantic comedy movies with me and doesn’t complain.
7. He surprised me with our first puppy.
8. He encourages me to be *me* and not somebody else.
9. When we go to a concert, he lets Lilac Rain and I stand in front of him (before Lilac Rain came along it was just me), so we can see the musicians and not get smooshed by the crowd.
10. He always remembers to bring me a coat or sweater when I forget.
11. He proposed to me on Christmas Day as soon as it struck midnight, on the basketball court he played on as a kid, and didn’t even laugh when I slipped on the ice and fell on my bottom from jumping up and down with excitement.
12. He forgave for not saying “yes” right away because I was so excited I forgot.
13. He calls me his princess.
That last one was so sweet, it almost made me puke! So, think about it and maybe you could leave a list of 13 Reasons Why you were influenced to do something.
Consider reading the book Th1rteen R3asons Why. Even though Hannah’s outcome is devastating to everyone she knew, the book really makes you think about how the actions of others influence decisions. This is a book I need to own and I will definitely read it again and again.
Read on my little rock stars!!
<3 Mrs. T...hompson
Here’s my list of 13 Reasons Why I Decided to Date/Marry My Husband:
1. The first time he said, “Hello”, I *swear* I saw my entire future life flash before my eyes…wedding, working at the same radio station, buying our first house, what it looked like…everything.
2. Since I was sort of freaked out about the whole “hello” thing, I avoided going on a date with him, so he called my house and left such a message on my answering machine, that my grandmother made him peanut butter cookies and MADE me go out with him. I guess the reason I put this here is because he thought I was someone special and didn’t give up asking me out until I said (was made) to say “yes”.
3. For our first date, he saved up 2 weeks worth of his paycheck to buy us excellent seats to a Pistons game, even though it meant that the only food he would be able to afford was soup during the 2 weeks.
4. On our first date he didn’t even try to kiss me goodnight because he respected me that much.
5. He helped me land my first job as a radio D.J.
6. He watches cheesy romantic comedy movies with me and doesn’t complain.
7. He surprised me with our first puppy.
8. He encourages me to be *me* and not somebody else.
9. When we go to a concert, he lets Lilac Rain and I stand in front of him (before Lilac Rain came along it was just me), so we can see the musicians and not get smooshed by the crowd.
10. He always remembers to bring me a coat or sweater when I forget.
11. He proposed to me on Christmas Day as soon as it struck midnight, on the basketball court he played on as a kid, and didn’t even laugh when I slipped on the ice and fell on my bottom from jumping up and down with excitement.
12. He forgave for not saying “yes” right away because I was so excited I forgot.
13. He calls me his princess.
That last one was so sweet, it almost made me puke! So, think about it and maybe you could leave a list of 13 Reasons Why you were influenced to do something.
Consider reading the book Th1rteen R3asons Why. Even though Hannah’s outcome is devastating to everyone she knew, the book really makes you think about how the actions of others influence decisions. This is a book I need to own and I will definitely read it again and again.
Read on my little rock stars!!
<3 Mrs. T...hompson
Monday, March 15, 2010
In Which...I have the crud
I'm completely, totally, utterly, and entirely infused with the crud. It's awful. I'm feverish. I'm about to fall over. AND I'M STILL AT SCHOOL!!! Must go home...find bed...whine a little...read. *Sigh* The fever is starting to take over my brain...how about some extra credit? Send me a get well wish in the comments and I'll give you like 10 points extra credit or something. Oh, and the get well wishes need to be posted by 3/16 midnight. *sniff, sniff*
Friday, March 12, 2010
Well...
So what did you think about the Mad Tea Party? This was my first year trying the activity out, so I need some feedback. What did you like? What could be changed to make it better? Any suggestions and comments are welcome, and I promise I won't hold them against you...maybe.
<3 Mrs. T...hompson
<3 Mrs. T...hompson
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Love Story
Well, we’ve just completed our Cinderella mini unit. I love cheesy love stories! You know the ones…stories that have a happily ever after ending and it’s all wrapped up in a delicate blue box with a white ribbon on top (okay, so I’m talking about a package from Tiffany’s, but it still applies to here too!). Now, I know that I said that I wasn’t giving extra credit on the blog until next marking period, but this assignment will be due next marking period, so *technically* it’s a next marking period extra credit assignment. I want you to create your own Cinderella story. In order to get credit, you need to have a beginning, middle, and happy ending. Each section needs to be two paragraphs with 10 complete sentences in each paragraph. I won’t take off for improper paragraph structure since this is a creative writing assignment. The assignment needs to be typed, and have correct spelling and grammar. It needs to be submitted to me by the end of the school day on Friday, March 26th. Do not tell your peers about this extra credit. They should be checking the blog everyday to figure it out for themselves. I can’t wait to read your stories!!!
Happy Writing,
<3 Mrs. T…hompson
Happy Writing,
<3 Mrs. T…hompson
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Favorite Song
Everyone has a favorite song that speaks to them just like poetry. Did you know that lyrics are just poetry put to music? Post the lyrics to your favorite song, why you love it, and I'll pick one at random and post it along with your response on the main page. After watching the modern day Cinderella story, I was reminded of one of my all time favorite love/heartache songs. After each stanza, I'm going to post why I love it, or what it means to me. You should do the same thing with your song, so we all know you're interpretation of it. Remember, there is no right or wrong answers. It's all about how the song speaks to YOU. Here's my example:
I'll Be by Edwin Mccain *sigh* (another rock star boyfriend!)
The strands in your eyes that color them wonderful
Stop me and steal my breath
And emeralds from mountains thrust towards the sky
Never revealing their depth
(He's obviously describing her beauty, while saying that she has mystery in her eyes. He knows she's not letting him see the real her completely.)
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
(Hmmm...this one is a bit more difficult. I love the way it sounds, but what does it mean? I think that it means that he wants to *know* that she truly loves him, but he's willing to accept it if she's just pretending by"dressing it up with the trappings of love". Remember the mysterious eyes? Maybe she's not quite ready for a full commitment. The word "gallows" means a frame from which criminals are hung. I think that the last line means that she's been hurt many, many times before since the gallows "hang from above". The criminals are her past boyfriends that have hurt her. It's almost like she's gotten past them, but the heartache is still there.)
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
(He's saying that he'll be her friend to try to get through the pain of the past. However, the lyric, "I'll be love suicide" seems to suggest that he's destined to follow the same pattern as the other boyfriends...that even though he *thinks* that he loves her, he knows he's not mature enough to have a long lasting relationship. Next, the line "and I'll be better when I'm older" suggests that he's telling her that once he grows up, he believes that he'll truly love her and think the world of her because he will have become a mature and better person.)
And rain falls angry on the tin roof
As we lie awake in my bed
And you're my survival, you're my living proof
My love is alive, and not dead
(I believe that the angry rain is a sign his tears. He realizes that he's been hurt in the past too, and maybe isn't over his own heartache, which makes him upset. When he says that she's his survival and living proof that his love is alive and not dead, it seems that he's beginning to accept that he *is* ready to have a meaningful, long term relationship...that he *thinks* he's past the heartache because he never thought that he could *really and truly* love again. Also the line
"my love is alive and not dead" suggests that he realizes that he's been numb the whole time, but didn't know it until she's come along.)
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love.
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
(Now, he is looking for reassurance that they really should be together. The sides have switched and the gallows are *his* past relationsips and breakups.)
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I`ll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
(...but maybe it still won't happen. He seems to be struggling with his emotions. GRRRRRRRR!!)
And I dropped out, I burned up, I fought my way back from the dead,
I tuned in, I turned on, remembered the thing that you said.
(Obviously he is referring to his past relationships, his growing maturity, and the way he is starting to feel true love again as he reflects on the conversation they had in the past stanza...the one with the rain falling on the tin roof.)
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
The greatest fan of your life
(Again, he changed his mind!! His must have been really hurt in the past! He's not quite sure if they should be together...double GRRRRRR!! I thought that girls were the ones who were suppose to be undecided in relationships. Unfortunately, as listeners/readers, we don't know what will happen to their present relationship; we only know that he feels that *someday* he will totally commit to her, or maybe that it means that he envies the fact that she's moving on, which will make him "the greatest fan of your life". When he's ready for a commitment, I wonder if she'll be waiting.)
I'm looking forward to seeing what all of you come up with!!!
Keep Writing!!
Mrs. T...hompson
P.S. Please don't forget to read my comments from the post below! I made a boo boo!! :(
I'll Be by Edwin Mccain *sigh* (another rock star boyfriend!)
The strands in your eyes that color them wonderful
Stop me and steal my breath
And emeralds from mountains thrust towards the sky
Never revealing their depth
(He's obviously describing her beauty, while saying that she has mystery in her eyes. He knows she's not letting him see the real her completely.)
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
(Hmmm...this one is a bit more difficult. I love the way it sounds, but what does it mean? I think that it means that he wants to *know* that she truly loves him, but he's willing to accept it if she's just pretending by"dressing it up with the trappings of love". Remember the mysterious eyes? Maybe she's not quite ready for a full commitment. The word "gallows" means a frame from which criminals are hung. I think that the last line means that she's been hurt many, many times before since the gallows "hang from above". The criminals are her past boyfriends that have hurt her. It's almost like she's gotten past them, but the heartache is still there.)
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
(He's saying that he'll be her friend to try to get through the pain of the past. However, the lyric, "I'll be love suicide" seems to suggest that he's destined to follow the same pattern as the other boyfriends...that even though he *thinks* that he loves her, he knows he's not mature enough to have a long lasting relationship. Next, the line "and I'll be better when I'm older" suggests that he's telling her that once he grows up, he believes that he'll truly love her and think the world of her because he will have become a mature and better person.)
And rain falls angry on the tin roof
As we lie awake in my bed
And you're my survival, you're my living proof
My love is alive, and not dead
(I believe that the angry rain is a sign his tears. He realizes that he's been hurt in the past too, and maybe isn't over his own heartache, which makes him upset. When he says that she's his survival and living proof that his love is alive and not dead, it seems that he's beginning to accept that he *is* ready to have a meaningful, long term relationship...that he *thinks* he's past the heartache because he never thought that he could *really and truly* love again. Also the line
"my love is alive and not dead" suggests that he realizes that he's been numb the whole time, but didn't know it until she's come along.)
And tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love.
I'll be captivated, I'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
(Now, he is looking for reassurance that they really should be together. The sides have switched and the gallows are *his* past relationsips and breakups.)
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I`ll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
(...but maybe it still won't happen. He seems to be struggling with his emotions. GRRRRRRRR!!)
And I dropped out, I burned up, I fought my way back from the dead,
I tuned in, I turned on, remembered the thing that you said.
(Obviously he is referring to his past relationships, his growing maturity, and the way he is starting to feel true love again as he reflects on the conversation they had in the past stanza...the one with the rain falling on the tin roof.)
And I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
And I'll be better when I'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
The greatest fan of your life
(Again, he changed his mind!! His must have been really hurt in the past! He's not quite sure if they should be together...double GRRRRRR!! I thought that girls were the ones who were suppose to be undecided in relationships. Unfortunately, as listeners/readers, we don't know what will happen to their present relationship; we only know that he feels that *someday* he will totally commit to her, or maybe that it means that he envies the fact that she's moving on, which will make him "the greatest fan of your life". When he's ready for a commitment, I wonder if she'll be waiting.)
I'm looking forward to seeing what all of you come up with!!!
Keep Writing!!
Mrs. T...hompson
P.S. Please don't forget to read my comments from the post below! I made a boo boo!! :(
Monday, March 8, 2010
Poem by Emolaylay
Emily~
This is beautifully written. Not only is it poetry, it could easily be turned into a song. I'm not an Adam Lambert fan, so I don't know what type of music he sings, but maybe if you emailed it to him...
Remember to "dream a big ole dream". Just make sure it's copyrighted first. Seriously.
Pretty Little Smile
Every moment we must cherish
Every day we must hold near
Cuz’ tomorrow may never come
We could lose somebody dear
To us
Find what it’s like to fall headfirst
Keep away troubles and the pain
And if we hold on
Something magical could happen
But just incase
Keep your pretty little smile on your face
Every day we should be thankful
For what God has given us
Every one we must treat kindly
It’s good that you’ll never lose trust
Find what it’s like to fall headfirst
Keep away the troubles and the pain
And if we hold on
Something magical could happen
But just incase
Keep your pretty little smile on your face
Find what we need to succeed
Dream a big ole dream
Everything hanging by it’s seem
And if something would happen
It’s still just you and me
Find what it’s like to fall headfirst
Keep away the troubles and the pain
And if we hold on
Something magical could happen
But just incase
Keep you pretty little smile on your face
If something should awaken us
From this deep, deep sleep
Called life
Just in case
Yes, just in case
Keep your pretty little smile on your face
This is beautifully written. Not only is it poetry, it could easily be turned into a song. I'm not an Adam Lambert fan, so I don't know what type of music he sings, but maybe if you emailed it to him...
Remember to "dream a big ole dream". Just make sure it's copyrighted first. Seriously.
Pretty Little Smile
Every moment we must cherish
Every day we must hold near
Cuz’ tomorrow may never come
We could lose somebody dear
To us
Find what it’s like to fall headfirst
Keep away troubles and the pain
And if we hold on
Something magical could happen
But just incase
Keep your pretty little smile on your face
Every day we should be thankful
For what God has given us
Every one we must treat kindly
It’s good that you’ll never lose trust
Find what it’s like to fall headfirst
Keep away the troubles and the pain
And if we hold on
Something magical could happen
But just incase
Keep your pretty little smile on your face
Find what we need to succeed
Dream a big ole dream
Everything hanging by it’s seem
And if something would happen
It’s still just you and me
Find what it’s like to fall headfirst
Keep away the troubles and the pain
And if we hold on
Something magical could happen
But just incase
Keep you pretty little smile on your face
If something should awaken us
From this deep, deep sleep
Called life
Just in case
Yes, just in case
Keep your pretty little smile on your face
Friday, March 5, 2010
Poem By An Anonymous Writer
It's really quite fantastic. See for yourself.
Lies and myths
Blown out of your mouth
Love taken by manipulation
You make me want to pack my bags and head on south
Screaming to hear your voice
To overpower and control everything
My dad hates me
It's hard to cover up the sting
Secrets seething through the open
Word said that should be silenced
Fists held back
Holding back the violence
Practice what you preach
Before giving the advice
Emotions build up
I don't want to gamble but, you force me to roll the dice
Anonymous asks:
How'd you like it?! Everyone PLEASE give critisism! Lurve you all! <3
Post your feedback in the comments section.
Lies and myths
Blown out of your mouth
Love taken by manipulation
You make me want to pack my bags and head on south
Screaming to hear your voice
To overpower and control everything
My dad hates me
It's hard to cover up the sting
Secrets seething through the open
Word said that should be silenced
Fists held back
Holding back the violence
Practice what you preach
Before giving the advice
Emotions build up
I don't want to gamble but, you force me to roll the dice
Anonymous asks:
How'd you like it?! Everyone PLEASE give critisism! Lurve you all! <3
Post your feedback in the comments section.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Short and Sweet
I've just started reading Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Oh my gosh...it's so funny! I've actually caught myself laughing aloud! I'm about 10 pages (yes, only 10 pages) into it, but it reminds me so much of my middle school days, and the way you guys act now. Just thinking about this book and how it relates to all of you is making me giggle.
Read On,
Mrs. T...hompson
Read On,
Mrs. T...hompson
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost
TWO roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
Then took the other, as just as fair,
And having perhaps the better claim,
Because it was grassy and wanted wear;
Though as for that the passing there
Had worn them really about the same,
And both that morning equally lay
In leaves no step had trodden black.
Oh, I kept the first for another day!
Yet knowing how way leads on to way,
I doubted if I should ever come back.
I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.
What do you think this poem is about and do you think it could apply to you? How?
Read, Read, Read~
Mrs. T...hompson
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Inspiration Needed
Dudes and chicks,
I need some suggestions about what to read next. My "to be read" stack is getting oh so low. So...for extra credit, I'm asking you to post a book that you think I might like. Don't forget to give me a description, but NO SPOILERS, or I won't read it. You have until midnight March 4th to complete this mission.
Help me rock my reading!
Mrs. T...hompson
I need some suggestions about what to read next. My "to be read" stack is getting oh so low. So...for extra credit, I'm asking you to post a book that you think I might like. Don't forget to give me a description, but NO SPOILERS, or I won't read it. You have until midnight March 4th to complete this mission.
Help me rock my reading!
Mrs. T...hompson
Monday, March 1, 2010
A Gentle Reminder...GRRRRRRR!
People of the Thompson masses,
Since this is an English/book/poetry/WRITING type blog, we need to make sure that we don't use "text" language. While I understand the loose conventions of blogging and emailing, I do not mind if your grammar isn't perfect. However, I would really love to read words that are totally and completely written out. (Ahem...Princess, Popcorn, Emolaylay, Twilight, Super Katy... and the rest of you, you know who you are!)
Since this is an English/book/poetry/WRITING type blog, we need to make sure that we don't use "text" language. While I understand the loose conventions of blogging and emailing, I do not mind if your grammar isn't perfect. However, I would really love to read words that are totally and completely written out. (Ahem...Princess, Popcorn, Emolaylay, Twilight, Super Katy... and the rest of you, you know who you are!)
Don't Be A "Just" Person
The title of this post was inspired by the movie/book Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium. People always ask me what a “just” person is. A “just” person is someone who sees things as they really are. “It’s just a tree,” “It’s just a toy,” “It’s just a book.” All things, at least for me, are not “just” anything, there is always something more.
A book is a perfect example of not being a “just” thing. It’s an escape. A book can take you anywhere in the world. I’ve been to France, Greece, Oregon, and San Francisco. A book can turn you into whoever you want to be. I’ve been a soccer player, an artist, a ballerina, and, of course, a rock star. When I’m reading a book, I’m not longer in a “just” place. I’m exploring to see what things really are.
Does anybody have a special book that takes them out of this “just” world? I’d love to hear about it!
Rock...I mean Read On!!
Mrs. T...hompson
A book is a perfect example of not being a “just” thing. It’s an escape. A book can take you anywhere in the world. I’ve been to France, Greece, Oregon, and San Francisco. A book can turn you into whoever you want to be. I’ve been a soccer player, an artist, a ballerina, and, of course, a rock star. When I’m reading a book, I’m not longer in a “just” place. I’m exploring to see what things really are.
Does anybody have a special book that takes them out of this “just” world? I’d love to hear about it!
Rock...I mean Read On!!
Mrs. T...hompson
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