November 17, 2023

I’m on lunch, but I got a compliment (?) from my favorite fourth grade class today. The scene: me sitting in a chair in the front of class with my laptop on my lap, anxiously waiting to hit ‘purchase’ for my Alanis tickets. I was SO apprehensive trying to decide how much to spend (ended up getting reserved grass seats). Two fourth grade girls and 12 fourth grade boys come walking in. They could tell I was STRESSING about something. 4GradeGirl: Ms. Karlyn! Why you stressed? I won’t reveal the whole conversation, but they all now know how I feel about Alanis, spending money on tickets, and USANA (this was a very anxiety inducing situation). Different 4GG: How old are you? Me: 48. 4GB: You’re like a grown-up teenager! Then he turns to the class Isn’t she like a grown-up teenager? Then…the class lists the things that make me a grown-up teenager: *going to concerts *My top-knot (which, today was the first time this year I’ve done) *My outfit *The way I get excited about the little things *my shoes *my piercings *my tattoos *the “teenage” things I say… - Dude - Groovy - Rad It was a fun conversation. FTR- I purchased two tickets. I don’t know yet who will be accompanying me. #dailyelementarymusings #itsagoodyear #focusonthepositive