When I was younger, there were times when I was jealous of someone's success. Oh, I would try to disguise my jealousy in the form of criticism usually. In my head, I would poke holes in the person's success. I would feel bad because I knew I wasn't being nice. When I peeled the layers… Continue reading There is an Ugly Green Monster Under My Bed
Category: Personal Growth
How I Avoided the Chopping Block my First Year of Teaching
I stunk it UP my first year of teaching! I mean that I was so bad that there was talk of not having me back for a second year. I made many mistakes that first year, but let's start with the biggest mistake I made--getting into power struggles with students. When I started teaching I… Continue reading How I Avoided the Chopping Block my First Year of Teaching
My Christmas Tree is Still Up
It is February 1st...and, my Christmas tree is still up. Just in case I have ever given anyone the impression that I am perfect, here is the proof. I try to come across as the real Allyson Apsey, flaws, misguidance, and all truth as I see it included. I believe that all works of fiction… Continue reading My Christmas Tree is Still Up