When You Know You Shouldn't Laugh

My mind has been wondering lately.  And let me tell you, that's a very scary thing.  In fact, it's been wondering back to the days when I was a teacher (Okay, so not that long ago, but it sure feels like it!).  With all this chaotic mind wondering going on, I figured I'd better start writing this stuff down before it's too late (i.e. before I forget it). 

You're probably wondering how this affects you as a reader.  Well, it just means you are going to have to endure posts all about the happenings of public school teacher.  Some funny, some sad, some scary, and some down right unbelievable.  Today, we'll start with the funny...

The year, 2002.  My very first year as a teacher.  I loved that class.  I had not a clue what I was doing (four years of college cannot possibly prepare you for twenty-five fourth graders), but I loved those kids.  Still do!  It was right after recess, and the class was silent.  Let's just spend some time reflecting on that word a moment.

Silent (sahy-luhnt)-making no sound; quiet; still

If you have ever been in a room for any period of time with a bunch of kids, you know this is virtually impossible.  However, it happened on this day.  Every single kid was reading, and it was S-I-L-E-N-T.  Sitting at my desk mentally patting myself on the back, it happened.  Little Johnny (not his real name of course) goes to prop his feet up on his desk, leans back in his chair, and rips the loudest bodily function that could ever come out of a little boy.  Of course the silence was replaced by obstreperous laughter, but not from this teacher.  No way.  I wasn't going to laugh and humiliate this kid anymore than he had to be already.  So I very calmly told the class, "Now guys, this happens to everyone.  Let's just get back to reading and leave Little Johnny alone."  I really felt like I deserved an Academy Award for that performance, because I really wanted to fall over, slap my knee, and laugh until I peed my pants.  But, no.  I was professional.  Until...

Little Johnny (who has a horrendous speech impedement) says, "I can't beweive I just fawted in fwont of the hoe class!"  (Translation: I can't believe I just farted in front of the whole class.)  That was all it took.  I lost it.  I couldn't stop laughing.  Tears rolling, falling over, slapping my knee laughing.  Thank goodness I didn't pee my pants (but, it was a close call). 

I'm not really sure what happened after that because the laughter went on for so long, but it goes down in history as one of my all time funniest moments as a teacher.  As for Little Johnny, he'll be a Senior next year, and you'd better believe I'll bring that up at the Senior breakfast!  Poor guy.

Target Gift Card Winner

WOW!  I really just wanted to know who actually spent time reading my blog, and I ended up with very touching comments (Kristin, you made me cry!).  A big heart felt 'Thank You'  for spending time following my sometimes ridiculous posts, and leaving comments.  I loved reading everyone's. Now to the loot!

And the winner is (drumroll please)...

JACKIE KUENY


 Congratulations, Ms. Jackie!
Your losing streak has come to an end!

I'll personally deliver your gift card to you :)

Target Gift Card Anyone?

It's a first here on Torres Tidbits!

A GIVEAWAY!!!

Now it's no secret I love Target. You can snag some great deals there, so I thought it would be very fitting to give away a $15 gift card. Stack that with coupons and a sale and you should be able to walk out with a ton of free stuff!

Here's how you enter...

• First, you have to take a picture of yourself as soon as you wake up in the morning. Then send it to me so I can post it on here. Just kidding!

• All you have to do is LEAVE A COMMENT about what you like about Torres Tidbits (i.e. recipes, couponing, my crazy life...)! Whether I know you or not, just leave a comment and it will give you one entry. Become a follower of Torres Tidbits and you'll get an additional entry. Contest ends Friday, March 26th @ Midnight. Winner will be announced on Monday, March 29th!

Give a Camera to a Three Year Old

While I was fixing Little Miss' hair the other day, Little Man grabbed the camera and pretended to take pictures (or so I thought). When I got my disk to upload pictures, there were these two pics along with about fifty others! I have to say that I am completely impressed with his photog skills. I'm just going to add it to his list of things he does well...

• sucks his thumb like a professional
• can locate his silky blanket by smelling it
• picks his nose
• tattles on his sister and cousin
• eats pb&j's like none other
• AND...takes great pics

I'm thinking about starting up a resume for this kid!

Feel free to contact me if you like what you see. He's currently booking for summer sessions.

Toy Story I & II

I purchased most of the kids Easter basket items, but when I saw this deal on Coupon Gal, I figured the kids must have Toy Story I & II to go in their baskets as well. It's a great deal, so be sure to snatch this one! Just don't snatch it before I do!

Pineapple Salsa

I made this less than an hour ago and it is already half empty (call me a pessimist). It was supposed to last all week long. Don't think it's going to make it!

So here's how it's thrown together...

Pineapple Salsa

1 pineapple
1 large red pepper
1 bunch cilantro
1/2 medium purple onion
-or- 2 green onions
1 Tbsp lemon juice

• Dice pineapple, red pepper, cilantro, and onion.
• Mix well
• Sprinkle on lemon juice.

That's it. It's delicious. It's nutritious. It'll be gone fast.

Happy Cooking!

My Treasures

Another precious moment brought to by Stay At Home Mama...

Three tikes all crammed onto one toddler mattress.
So much for personal space!