Do you kiss other people's children with that filthy mouth?

Actually I don't. Sorry to disappoint. At least I don't kill 'em. That's what you do.

(sniff!) Beautiful. Just beautiful. Thanks for reminding me what a shitty Christian I am, Marcie. I'll try to be more like you.

Well, Gid...like YOU would say, "It wasn't a Christian response." Can't I be a part time Christian like you? You're my Christian idol, you know. I want to be a Christian just like you! Arrogant (I honestly don't understand why you think that's a good trait to possess), rude, only kind to those I want to be kind to. Oh I hope I can do it! My halo will be so shiny when I meet Jesus! Yes it will!

The more I read this, the dumber it becomes. It's become a "race to the last word." You can have it, because I don't care. I have 20 students to prepare for and homework to complete.

I am a 400 lb. mad cow that attacks small children, throws hundred dollar bills on the street, and am wildly psychotic. You've got EVERYTHING right.

What a waste of time and space.

I've made one comment out of the last 30, and you're going to tell ME it was a race to the last word? The more I read of you, the more I am convinced you may actually pose a legitimate danger to the children you're charged with protecting. Not my concern, mind you, and I'm not one to go butting in, but you may want to reign it in before your fellow teachers start copying your blogs to show others once again, Marcie.

I see you went on an article deleting spree again, Marcie!

Surprising? Not REALLY!

The comment wasn't directed towards you, Gid.

And I deleted my articles well over a month ago. You and Sabrina are nuts, and I don't trust you any farther than spit.

Watch your step, bitch.

So...it's okay for you to say absolutely HATEFUL things CONTINUOUSLY, but I have to "watch my step" when I tell the truth? Nice.

Whatever. You're a liar through and through, and I'm done with you. Like you would say, "Goodbye, and good luck. You're going to need it."

Bullsquat, Marcie. I have NEVER used someone's words against them from this blog in REAL LIFE...EVER! And I honestly resent the insinuation that I have.

If we really want your words, we could get them through google cache, marcie. The thing is, it's just not that important.

Look, I know you don't like me, but I'm asking you as someone who recognizes the signs of depression, please get into the doctor before it begins affecting your job.

I'm guessing stress has a lot to do with it, Marcie, and I understand that. I've been there, done that. But you need to be careful not to let yourself self destruct; that would be absolutely the most catastrophic thing that could happen to you two at that time.

I never said I don't LIKE you, and I don't think that has anything to do with the discussion at hand. In general, I think you're pretty cool, but that, too, is beside the point. And I wasn't insinuating that you HAD, but there always is the potential, isn't there?

To ease your mind, because it certainly seems like you all think I'm going to freak out and injure a child in my care, I have an appointment for a physical on the 15th. I don't have a doctor I call my own, but at least this one seems to have openings with some regularity. At any rate, we will be discussing a myriad of issues, including my current medications. And you're right, Gid, there is a lot of "stress" going on right now. But normal people can handle it, right? So what's wrong with me that I can't?

There's a big difference between an adult who knows better and a child who doesn't. When a child says spiteful, hurtful things, especially children the age I deal with, its usually because they either a) don't know any better, or they want to see what I'll do. I've got some very interesting children this year, They might shock me, but I don't let them know it. They might scream in my face, or scream in another student's face, but I respond in calm. Believe it or not, I fully realize the preciousness and the great responsibility of who I teach each day. My students are very special to me, and I know their parents trust me, and I surely won't misuse that trust. If I need a mental health day, I'll take it (heaven help the sub! lol).

I might need some adjusting, but we'll be okay. Thanks for your concern, Gid. Lots of people who have said the things we've said to each other lately wouldn't give a rat's behind.

No prob. The upside of arrogance is, once you come to grips with it, you don't let the little things shake you quite as much...lol!



"Normal people" often mask it with drugs, alcohol, or food, Marcie. Weakness is something we don't talk about.

The fact is, you're going through a move, a job change, uncertainty about Ryan's job, as well as trying to finish your Masters. That's not a small load, not by any stretch. Add to that the financial concerns, and it CAN be a potential powder keg.

What you can do before going to the doctor, is take a deep breath and remind yourself that any way it shakes out, the sun's coming up tomorrow. And getting out of town for a drive, even if just for a few hours, could make a difference.

lol...I could use a touch of your arrognace, although I doubt I'll ever acquire that trait. Ryan has helped me let the little things roll. I'm *trying* to be better at that. I come from a long line of spazmo's. Genetics is a hard thing to overcome.

I think I do okay with the school stress. I come home, scream a little, cook supper, and let the day's troubles be sufficient. You're right. Tomorrow's another day (I try to teach my students that, too...we always start with a fresh slate the next day). How can I teach them that if I don't do it myself?

It's the other stress. BUT...anyway. Thank you for your undeserved kindness. Sometimes I get the shorts in a twist and things come out mean. I hate when I get like that, and there's no one to blame but myself. So...I know you said you wouldn't accept an apology, but I *am* sorry for the disrespectfulness and unkind words. I'm a work in progress, that's for sure. I'm working on that, too...along with a bazillion other things.

Exactly. If we as a family of five can manage on one income (and don't you DARE tell me that enlisted military members make a butt load of money, Ziggy.) I fail to see how they with their 'family' of only two can't make it on Marcie's income alone.

I was going to write a long-winded response extolling the virtues of second hand and gently used 'stuff', but I've decided to write an article about it instead.

Selective squeamishness is the enemy of thrift.

I'll look for it, dharma!

As you know, I pride myself on being a cheapskate. For us, it's a necessity.

Seems to me you've answered your own question, Ms. Matson. (Didn't think I knew that, did ya? I know your married name too. And where you currently teach.) My most recent 'advice' (to watch your step) stands. Your comment didn't hurt me, Marcie, but it did show the world what a fucked up, nasty, and hate filled creature you truly are, and I have saved it for posterity so spare us another deleting spree, mmmk? Besides, I thought you were ALL FOR abortion, that you considered it a 'personal choice' rather than the murder of an unborn child, so if you and Ziggy ever manage to manipulate your fat rolls enough to actually copulate, I might suggest you look into it yourself if pregnancy occurs. You wouldn't want to bring another 'spazmo' into world, would you?

You would. And "fucked up, nasty, and hate-filled" are words that could be used to describe YOU as well. It's okay for you to be an asshole, but when someone else does it to you I have to "watch my step." Whatever.

Marcie -

You're the Christian. You're the teacher. What are you doing? LW isn't those things. People will still buy her stuff no matter what she posts. Will they still hire you as a teacher? Maybe. Are you furthering the Kingdom by posting hateful, spiteful things? No. What good does it do?