I Survived!!

I've once again survived the annual classroom holiday party. This year, however, I am really proud of myself for doing so.

I survived 15 spills (we rarely have spills), 3 small children terrified of Santa, 2 temper tantrums (only), 1 sibling visiting with a parent that ate a classroom book and 2 "oops! I didn't make it to the bathroom in time" accidents involving solid waste (unfortunately they both happened to same poor little guy who NEVER has accidents). Did I mention that I had to do this twice?

Overall, it wasn't a bad day. I love to see the students with Santa (although I feel bad about the ones that are terrified of him). It brings back some wonderful memories from my childhood.

My most embarrassing moment today: I went to pour myself a cup of fruit juice because I was incredibly thristy. As I was doing that I said to myself (out loud), "Man! I need a drink!" Then, I realized that I had two moms standing near me and was so embarrassed! Thankfully, I knew one mom really well and the other started laughing. I quickly explained I meant I needed something to drink because my throat was so dry...which was true!

Second most embarrassing moment today: At lunch my coworkers were talking about birthdays near the holidays and how you get "screwed" out of presents. One of them looked at me and asked (because my birthday is Dec. 28), "Ann, do you get screwed on your birthday?" My mouth flew open and just as I was getting ready to spit out a really wise-ass comment, I noticed that "Santa" was sitting with us. I decided my reply was not appropriate for mixed company (especially since this nice man was a co-workers father-in-law who was so sweet). I guess my verbal response was not needed, because they all started laughing and said, "We got it! We can hear your thoughts!!!" More like read my facial expressions. Oh well.

Tomorrow is our last day before break! Must go and get rested.

Until later...