brunettes have more fun

• I am a brunette again which I kind of like since it is so cold and dreary. I keep a box of my natural haircolor under the sink for situations like this. The last time I got my hair highlighted I kept explaining to the girl that I just wanted my roots filled in and I wanted them to look like the highlights I already had-- little golden threads, not huge white stripes. Well, despite my explicit directions I still ended up with white stripes and one ridiculously thick on right in the center of my face. The girl (who was probably about 18) at least three times left and went across the room to ask her coworker how to do my hair. I tried to convince myself that I liked it, but I ultimately decided I didn't. I have learned my lesson. Only Carl the grumpy gay man will be allowed to do my highlights from here on out. Anyways maybe I will bust out the highlights again in the spring. Who knows?
• It is FREEZING here and there is a chance of snow. I would love a delay tomorrow. Here's to hoping.
• Click here for a brochure on people centered language. Good stuff. I hate dealing with the awkwardness when people find out that I am a special ed teacher and I get comments about my students who are "retarded" or "handicapped". That language is so dated.
• That's all for now...