tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60539442011-10-24T16:56:38.666-04:00My Secret Song.Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.comBlogger12151100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-61556275351647756332007-04-08T19:28:00.000-04:002007-04-08T19:32:51.649-04:00

I am enjoying the peace and quiet of the Easter weekend. However, I wish I were in school so that I didnt have to think about that visit. I can honestly say I feel so much anger, but slowly but surely, these feelings will fade once plans get underway and I start my studies.I am quite excited about any course of studies that I may understake this year. I think it is about time. I must rise about

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-69329523003286362482007-04-02T00:16:00.000-04:002007-04-02T00:28:14.850-04:00

The 5 love languages are:1) Quality time2) Physical Touch3) words of affirmation4) Acts of service5) giftsMy love language is the first one. Long talks with my boyfriend, chats online with my friends, actual emails. I like to know that my friends are willing to spend time with me. Of course I am understanding that as we get older, time is more scarce. But if someone takes a moment out of the

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-68572756644421876832007-03-23T21:44:00.000-04:002007-03-23T21:51:41.775-04:00

I have been so tired from work, that I just did not have the desire to post anything in my blog.Tonight I was looking through Gmail and the name of one of my friends popped up.Well, I guess she is no longer my friend and to be quite honest, I dont feel a twinge of anything.She was my friend back in sec school and things were cool all through UWI. Then she went away to study and of course was

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-40846659161446555272007-02-03T21:04:00.000-04:002007-02-03T21:10:40.437-04:00

So the second month of the year is here already. My birthday is this month and I am kinda of excited. I like my birthday.I am enjoying 2007. It's been a good year so far. School has been quite frustrating and no it's not the students. I will always go on record as saying that I am by no means a perfect teacher. I have a long way to go when it comes to my style and methodologies, however, I am

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-35281042642502067212007-01-01T23:30:00.000-04:002007-01-01T23:37:04.391-04:00

Have you ever had a friend call you and then he/she does not talk? You end up having to carry the conversation? LOL I have a friend like that. She calls, she doesnt say anything. You talk to her online, she answers using two words/three words. In person she's cool though, thank goodness.So I got a headsup today that one of my friends is upset with me because I didnt indicate that I wanted to lime

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-38175589574056326702007-01-01T09:51:00.000-04:002007-01-01T09:56:53.546-04:00

So 2007 has finally arrived. How would I rank 2006? It was a good year. I felt I didnt accomplish anything much, but I saw small successes. At least 2006 has shown me who my true blue friends are and I appreciate that fully.2007 is going to be a year of beginnings and I look forward to that as well.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-36123529644275175142006-12-28T10:26:00.000-04:002006-12-28T10:34:53.589-04:00

I hate bad spelling. Now there is supposedly a disability called dysgraphia.Symptoms of dysgraphiaA mixture of upper/lower case letters, irregular letter sizes and shapes, unfinished letters, struggle to use writing as a communications tool, odd writing grip, many spelling mistakes (sometimes), pain when writing, decreased or increased speed of writing and copying, talks to self while writing,

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-73295404074019992142006-12-27T00:21:00.000-04:002006-12-27T00:22:45.099-04:00

I hate when I tell people good news and their response is a very lacklustre one. I sent out an email telling people about something that is great in my life and only my true friends were genuinely happy.Ah well...I guess that is how it goes, but at least it gives me an indication....

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-22846918516447406032006-12-26T02:50:00.000-04:002006-12-26T02:59:05.611-04:00

So Christmas is over. I got some really lovely presents this year. So that means on the 27th, I have to hustle to POS to get some gifts.I am on vacation right now and enjoying the quiet time, but I am actually doing work too. My brain needs some kind of stimulation and while watching a marathon of "Arrested Development" on G4 was cool, I yearn for something else. So I have begun lesson planning.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-45879324660641659492006-11-16T20:39:00.000-04:002006-11-16T20:54:15.482-04:00

I have not blogged in a long time because I really dont have much to talk about.Today I gave a vote of thanks at the graduation ceremony of my form class from a drug awareness programme. I must admit I do have a knack for speaking in public. I need a lil polishing but I think I am on the right track.I am really angry about the smelters being built in our country and I wish I had the balls to go

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-58522370393139878972006-10-31T20:53:00.000-04:002006-10-31T20:55:58.535-04:00

Silly me. I gave parents my phone number, so in case they have to give me information or tell me anything important they can call me. Well who tell me to do that!!!On two occasions I received phone calls at 6:03 am and 5:54am respectively. WHAT DE ASS??? I am not up at 6am. I have no reason to be up that early!!!I sent a letter home forthwith saying that that is not acceptable.But if he does a

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-57656413654560931272006-10-31T20:51:00.000-04:002006-10-31T20:53:18.198-04:00

I have been a member of an internet forum for a while now. When I joined it was fun, lighthearted, warm and inviting. Now.....it's not that way.People used to engage in discussion without no setta bacchanal, now...it's not that way.ah getting tired.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1160874547499588782006-10-14T21:04:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:58.496-04:00

October is the month of the teacher and this week was teacher appreciation week.My class didnt do anything for me really, which I expected. But some boys individually did things which was nice of them. A form one class was really excited and went all out for their teachers. I hope their enthusiasm lasts.We also got some lovely cards and we were wined and dined by the administration of the school

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1159657600269671002006-09-30T19:02:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:58.340-04:00

I was in POS two Saturdays ago meeting some friends to go shopping. I was crossing the road when I saw a cell phone on the ground. I picked it and went about my business.A while later, while waiting for my friend to pick me up, I looked through the phone directory and found an entry entitled Mommy, so I called the number and let the person know I had the phone.It took a couple of days for her to

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1159657339757197592006-09-30T18:55:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:58.190-04:00

Yesterday Trinidad and Tobago, as well as a few other neighbouring countries, experienced a 6.0 earthquake.I was on my way to POS when it happened. I was in a maxi so I didnt feel anything. I only heard a comment on the radio about it.The traffic lights werent working and that was causing a lot of traffic. My doctor's appt had to be postponed because of no electricity.So I quickly got out of POS

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1159492064196442762006-09-28T20:56:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:58.038-04:00

It's been a while since I have written anything here.What's new with me?Today there was a fight between a teacher and a student. It's not the first time this teacher has had run-ins with students. He just doesnt know how to interact with students. Poor ting..he get a buss head.I dont like teaching form ones this year for some reason...they irk me.I have been doing yeoman's service, by staying

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1158513201093430852006-09-17T13:06:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:57.879-04:00

Friday afternoon, a few coworkers came over to my house and we just chatted for a while over some snacks and a few drinks. However, the could not stay too long because I had to get ready for dinner.My bf made reservations at Il Colloseo and we got there at 8pm. The ambiance is really nicr, as well as the decor. I was adventurous and ordered some authentic potato dumplings, a spinach and ricotta

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1158203731652491222006-09-13T23:04:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:57.715-04:00

I went to the dentist today.Going to the dentist was not a regular thing in my family. I remember going once when I was ten and that's it.Growing up, it was a choice between necessary and not so necessary. Food: necessary; dentist visits, not so necessary.Money to go to school:necssary; driving lessons: not so necessary.Luckily when I started teaching in 2001, i got health insurance and that's

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1158112820518261452006-09-12T21:35:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:57.547-04:00

So tomorrow will be 3 yrs since my bf and I started our relationship. We have come a long way.We used to argue a lot and not see eye to eye, but now we are good at compromise now.I love him....I truly do.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1158028688585193592006-09-11T22:32:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:57.385-04:00

No, not mine. A friend of mine from church. He proposed to his gf this weekend and she said yes. He is ecstatic. I was supposed to call him to find out how it went down, but it just didnt happen tonight.He said when he gets a house, then he'll set a date. When will that be? Houses REAL expensive!I wish him all the best.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1157860041943239682006-09-09T23:42:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:57.232-04:00

I am tired. This week was a long one and I am glad it's over. 13 more to go till Christmas.My form class is still the same. I have a new form one. I am so tired of teaching form ones. I think I'll ask for a break from them.My relationship with my mother is getting better, however, with my sister, it's not. I dunno, she's just so..........strange.But I dont fight it down.So I am getting ready for

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1157412907158355632006-09-04T19:29:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:57.080-04:00

BabeInTotalControl ofHerself.Is that REALLY what a bitch is?

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1157323215547662392006-09-03T18:35:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:56.932-04:00

Today I decided to clean the kitchen, so I ate my lunch, watch Flavour of Love 2, then I headed to the kitchen. I scrubbed down the counter, cleaned the stove, and swept.My mother bought me a swiffer, so I thought that I should put it into use.It was easy to assemble, but then came the hard part: putting on the wet cloth. There are some very tight slots that one has to slip the cloth into as well

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1157240058855065012006-09-02T19:03:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:56.783-04:00

I wasnt fortunate like most of my friends to get my licence at 17. Money needed to be spent on food and bills rather than on me learning to drive. I admit I used to look at my friends driving in their parents' cars with a tinge of jealousy.Even when my mother bought a car, I should have been compelled to get my licence, but I had to choose between money for UWI or a licence.I made an attempt in

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1156820173370624992006-08-28T22:52:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:56.630-04:00

I really dont like a lot of change. But at the place where I work, I am faced with a lot of changes. People leaving without saying goodbye, new members of staff, new buildings.........I really am not comfortable.I always like the new term because it is a fresh start. I already feel good because all my students except 2 passed CXC Spanish. All the cuss, all de boff, it paid off!!!!I am really

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1156046489723770442006-08-19T23:50:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:56.480-04:00

I had a cool lime yesterday with some cool chicks. I really believe that women must get together and lime and share things. One doesnt have to go into detail, but just share experiences, so others can learn.Tyra has this thing on her show about sisterhood, and I agree with her on that. We women need to look out for one another and not stab each other in the back. Sometimes it's cool to lime with

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1155597106501032232006-08-14T19:10:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:56.325-04:00

Being on vacation, I really dont have anything of interest to report. I'm at home doing nothing. Dont get me wrong. I LOVE that, but I really dont have anything to blog about.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1155157029856191522006-08-09T16:52:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:56.164-04:00

I must say my vacation is going well thus far. I am sleeping and eating. How much better can it get?Talking plenty online and on the phone. Trying to lime, but other ppl are working. MUAHAHAHA!I have gone over to the GSM network. I like the phone that TSTT gave me for free. It's a Nokia 1600. I can text, my phone vibrates and it has polyphonic ring tones. I like sending texts.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1154708277175711342006-08-04T12:14:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:55.986-04:00

I came back to Trinidad last Saturday. It was nice getting away from Trinidad for a few weeks, however, it seems like I left just in time because the heat wave was on this week.It was nice seeing Mommy and talking quite openly about a lot of things. I hope I'll be able to do a trip like that again soon.l

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1154042714424766882006-07-27T19:21:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:55.786-04:00

I have been watching this show on TVland and I absolutely LOVE it. It has a lot of good lessons to learn and Charles Ingalls is an example of a good father.This show used to air on TBS in the morning during the week, but that has stopped.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153964012904590612006-07-26T21:28:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:55.613-04:00

I travelled on the subway and I had a lot of thoughts rolling through my head. I couldnt read because I didnt want to miss my stop. Here are some things I came up with:I am definitely going to start back dancing. I am watching all these dancing shows and I am feeling the vibes.I am going to put a hella of a lot more thought into my appearance. That means pedicures, hairdos, new clothes, the

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153879910356124152006-07-25T22:00:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:55.455-04:00

Life is what you make it. Sometimes it goes smoothly, sometimes things just pop up out of the blue. You have to learn to deal with it.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153799568566132222006-07-24T23:48:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:55.303-04:00

This guy was cool. He was pretending to be a robot. He would stand still like in the picture, then he would move and make noises with his mouth, like when a robot moves. I didnt tip him though.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153799121716744482006-07-24T23:31:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:55.152-04:00

I went gambling in Atlantic City. My mom, her friend and I boarded a bus in Brooklyn made the trek. The bus's AC wasnt working and it was rainig, so that made things uncomfortable, but we arrived in one piece. When we got there the casino gave us $15 to play with.I played the slots. I spent 40$ and the highest amount I won was $15.75.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153475919860461622006-07-21T05:53:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:54.851-04:00

My visit with one of my good friends is over. I am heading back to NY today. I took no pictures while I was in Tampa, so I cant show anyone the sushi bar I went to or the nice Italian restaurant I had lunch at where I had a nice serving of Fettucine and chicken. Ah well.One thing I liked here was the customer service. I went to Bed Bath and Beyond yesterday and about THREE people asked us if we

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153363417722002622006-07-19T22:37:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:54.696-04:00

This trip is a good one. I get to spend time with my mother and best friend. But I miss him terribly. This is the first time that we have been apart from each other for so long.This experience has shown me that I cant do the long distance thing. The Messenger conversations and the occasional phone calls are not enough. What satisfies me is that I know I will be on a plane in a week's time to be

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153272477228571892006-07-18T21:20:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:54.549-04:00

So I am in Tampa right now visiting my best friend. It's very relaxing. It's good that I have been able to see her house. It's really nice. It has a backyard and access to a community pool.The week is flying by so fast. Soon I will be on a plane back to NY.The airline I used to come to Tampa is called JetBlue. I am so pleased with their service. You can check in yourself either online or using

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153018468350852532006-07-15T22:48:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:54.398-04:00

childhood ambititon - to be a news casterfondest memory - mommy making fried shark, fries and coleslaw on Fridayssoundtrack- Jagged Little Pill by Alanisretreat- computer room with a TV and a bedwildest dream- own an Audiproudest moment - passing for ny first choice school biggest challenge - getting up in the morningalarm clock - completely necessaryperfect day- any day not at schoolfirst job-

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1153017495505661042006-07-15T22:35:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:54.248-04:00

So this is my first week in NY. It has been a whirlwind. Every day going somewhere and buying something. My mother is an early riser and likes to do things early and is very thorough so she has been showing me all the cool places to shop.I saw a coworker today. OMG! Of all the places! Brooklyn??? *sigh* If I see a student, I am leaving this place.I have been getting some good deals and I hope

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1152674704103856942006-07-11T23:21:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:54.103-04:00

So here I am in the US. It has been 4 days. I miss my boyfriend, but I am really enjoying my time with my mother. I really enjoy shopping. I dont shop as much in Trinidad.Nothing really interesting to report, but things are going fine.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1152308452988518322006-07-07T17:39:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:53.954-04:00

I am going to see my mommy. It has been a long time.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1152104696502806642006-07-05T09:02:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:53.802-04:00

I had macaroni and cheese for dinner last night. Not the mac and cheese from the box, a gourmet macaroni and cheese. This meal had broccoli, olives, tomatoes and vienna sausages. I enjoyed that meal so much eh. It was fabulous!!!Kudos to the chef!

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1151630879270525902006-06-29T21:22:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:53.647-04:00

Well yes! You learn new things every day. Exam period is always a stressful time for some people, but I intend to go with the flow.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150952248250373172006-06-22T00:55:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:53.499-04:00

This picture means so much to me now. The things one takes for granted.........

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150952008414431172006-06-22T00:47:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:53.352-04:00

I seem to be a huge Justin Timberlake fan!!!I have a lot on my mind tonight and music usually clears my head. Checking through my CD collection as well as my music video collection I realized that I have:- 2 NSync CDs- 1 Justin Timberlake CD- 3 music videos one with him in it!I was watching the video with NSync and I realised that he was always placed in the front. He was always given the

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150851029377267892006-06-20T20:47:00.001-04:002006-10-14T21:07:53.190-04:00

All good things must come to an end.The soca warriors are coming home. But they did us porud as a country. Thye played well and I believe this experience can serve as a lesson for the youth to take heed of. Lots of people thought that the team was going to play a lot of mess, but they were proven wrong. Just cause people say bad things about you, that doesnt mean that you have to accept

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150851027543993542006-06-20T20:47:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:53.040-04:00

All good things must come to an end.The soca warriors are coming home. But they did us porud as a country. Thye played well and I believe this experience can serve as a lesson for the youth to take heed of. Lots of people thought that the team was going to play a lot of mess, but they were proven wrong. Just cause people say bad things about you, that doesnt mean that you have to accept

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150850791990455492006-06-20T20:38:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:52.883-04:00

I feel sometimes likee someone pressed the pause button on my life.I graduated a while now and I cant seem to figure out what course of studies I want to take. I know that I want to stay in teaching for a while, but there arent a lot of courses available.I have been working for 5 years and I dont think I have anything to show for it. Most of my money goes into paying bills.Sometimes I feel as if

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150588403915740922006-06-17T19:41:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:52.735-04:00

I got up this morning at 8am to watch "Shall We Dance?" I love dance movies. I used to do some latin dancing a few years ago and I really enjoyed the classes but they ended due to bad vibes.I enjoyed this movie so much, especially the scene depicted on the right. Watch the movie and you'll see what I mean. Tears rolled down my face.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150496457474303442006-06-16T18:02:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:52.585-04:00

There is a new show on NBC entitled 'Windfall' and it chronicles the lives of 20 people who won the lottery. But of course, money changes everything.I always fantasized about what I would do with 1 million TT. Not a lot, given the state of things in Trinidad these days. But I would definitely buy a house. I could furnish it how I would like because I wouldnt have to worry about mortgage payments.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150427699208333982006-06-15T23:09:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:52.430-04:00

There is a new show on NBC entitled 'Windfall' and it chronicles the lives of 20 people who won the lottery. But of course, money changes everything.I always fantasized about what I would do with 1 million TT. Not a lot, given the state of things in Trinidad these days. But I would definitely buy a house. I could furnish it how I would like because I wouldnt have to worry about mortgage payments.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1150385423526339212006-06-15T11:25:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:52.278-04:00

I havent blogged in a while.Today is the second match that Trinidad and Tobago will be playing the World Cup ( La Copa Mundial) and I am really nervous about this one. They are up against England, so we can only hope that things go well. T minus 37 mins.Work has been fine this week. Less stress that the boss is not here. Things are more relaxed and easy going. I like that.I went into POS and I

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1149979125367080532006-06-10T18:32:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:52.125-04:00

I remember when a lot of people made a big deal about Ludacris using pan and Trinidad's flag during his performance at some MTV event. I couldnt see what the big deal was and how that was doing anything for Trinidad.But I watched the first World Cup match that Trinidad and Tobago played and I was filled with immense pride. I thought we were going to get about 3, but our defense and SHAKA! managed

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1149436868941328502006-06-04T11:51:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:51.975-04:00

*sigh*Being a teacher can be one of the most heartbreaking jobs ever. You go to work every day ready to give your best to these students, and one of them would just tell a lie on you without any provocation.According to one student, I am a teacher yes, but I also have another job and he saw me in this other job.At the time I heard that, I was LIVID, but after spending my weekend over the toilet

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1148773580509403902006-05-27T19:39:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:51.825-04:00

I can remember my grad in 1995. I didnt have a date. I didnt dance with any fellas. My mother came the grad, but we didnt have a car back then so she had to wait for a drop and I was constantly checking on her. I spent the night by my friend's house and limed the next day.It wasnt the best, but at least I have that memory. At least I had my grad to look forward to after CXC. The Form Fives at my

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1148519094408432412006-05-24T20:51:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:51.675-04:00

Right now I am home all alone. My boyfriend is working late tonight and he did not take his cell. When yuh not accustomed nah.He is such a sweetie pie eh. Last night he made us a wonderful dinner of fried fish and fresh salad. It was delicious. He is such a good cook.We are really working hard at the problems and we intend to make things last.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1148342297149980522006-05-22T19:52:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:51.527-04:00

I was watching CNC3 news and the question on Teen Talk was " Who is your role model?" And the girl being interviewed said her daddy. She said that her mom wasnt in her life as much as she would like, but her dad would wash her clothes and always be there for her. She said that although he went to a junior sec school, he still tries to help her with her work.I found that was so sweet eh. And I am

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1148255156307807292006-05-21T19:43:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:51.365-04:00

I just love the weekends. I dont have to think about school. But then Sunday evening hits and I have to do these things called 'lesson plans'.*thumbs down*

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1148165041611486232006-05-20T18:41:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:51.208-04:00

This is the last term of the year and I am tired. It's really hard to get up in the morning and reach early for school. I reach just on time. ME!! Reaching just on time.I think when I visit Mommy I will try to invest in some vitamins.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1147911746915795132006-05-17T20:13:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:51.027-04:00

I was quite pleased with my form three class today and I left on a high note. As I am walking back to the staffroom, a boy says, "You're an f***ing buller." So I called him, he ignored me. I called him again, he ignored me again. He strolls to the pipe and sips water, all the while I am calling him. His argument was that I didnt hear what the other boy said to him. I replied, "EXACTLY! I heard

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1147735767627811412006-05-15T19:17:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:50.404-04:00

Dont you hate Mondays? The week always starts off with an assembly. Ever since I was in school I always asked myself what was the purpose of assemblies? I still cant see the purpose except to make us stand up in the sun.STEUPS.I am excited about TRYING to eat healthy...stress on TRY. It's really hard to say no to some food, but I have cut out soft drinks, I dont eat chocolates, cakes anymore,

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1147663561615600262006-05-14T23:20:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:50.240-04:00

I finally figured it out!!My mommy's love language is Acts of Service.What do you think your Love Language is?1. Words of Affirmation2. Receiving Gifts3. Quality Time4. Acts of Service5. Physical Touch

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1147648915036227422006-05-14T19:14:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:50.085-04:00

I tried calling my mother today but I couldnt get through. When I did, I got the answering machine. Knowing her, she's out somewhere having fun.My mother is not the most perfect mother you would find. She has made a lot of mistakes. But one thing I saw her do on an almost daily basis was sacrifice. She did a lot of that for us to be where we are today. She gave up money she could have spent on

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1147564661029163322006-05-13T19:53:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:49.930-04:00

My niece's school put on a Mother's program today. I was slightly annoyed because it started an hour and a half late, plus I didnt eat any lunch, so I was VERY hungry. But three things made those bad feelings go away.1) I got something small to eat at intermission.2) I saw my niece interacting with her friends and I realised what a tall girl she is going to be.3) I won two makeovers each valued

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1147479353301731332006-05-12T19:28:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:49.782-04:00

I must say this week was a cool week.As usual I have fun with my form ones. We're playing a conjugation games..loads of fun and a cool way of reinforcing the work.I was sick. I came down with the cold and it is kinda keeping me back. Hopefully it will got away.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1147476344286644722006-05-12T19:17:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:49.628-04:00

It's amazing how someone can carry on and on and one and on about something. Something that has gone by MONTHS now. I mean, give it a rest!!!Now I find THAT pathetic.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1146705178732309722006-05-03T21:03:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:49.476-04:00

I think that some people at my school dont know the meaning of the word RESPONSIBILITY.A boy in my class migrated and has not been in school for last term. Lo and behold, he has about four marks. I went to the principal because as form teachers we are supposed to report anomalies as well as the complaints students had about their reports. So I did that, thinking it was just a matter of checking

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1146426708611177452006-04-30T15:45:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:49.329-04:00

I really did absolutely nothing. I corrected a lot of papers and the marks will be put in soon enough.I booked my ticket this weekend and I am REALLY excited. My mommy seems excited as well. She's talking about taking me to Madame Tussaud's wax gallery and Broadway! YIPPEE!!!

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1146019490815971842006-04-25T22:38:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:49.177-04:00

Today was the first day of school and I must say I was so pissed eh. But I eh talking on tings too much. I trying to keep laissez faire this term...if I can.I got a lot of emotional deposits today: 1) for my next suit sewn by my fabulous seamstress and 2) for my dedication to my job. I felt like a shilling!I boffed my boys this morning, but I let them know it's a boff of love. They seemed to get

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1145467324172868052006-04-19T13:17:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:49.019-04:00

I really thought that this movie was going to be a lot of nonsense. It wasnt all that bad, but it wasnt all that good either.But there are two lines in that movie that stood out for me:You can shine no matter what you are made of andSee a need, fill a need.Two simple lines that make a lot of sense.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1145289079374012172006-04-17T11:46:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:48.864-04:00

I must say my weekend was a good one. No, I didnt go anywhere or do anything special. I just spent some quality time with my bf. We just talked and laughed and that time really brought us closer together.My bf made lunch yesterday. Curried potato, bodi and fish with rice. Delicious.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1145068763569039822006-04-14T22:36:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:48.707-04:00

I am grateful for today. I am grateful to see another day which is always a gift to me by God.But today was a waste of a day.I hated today.I hope tomorrow is a better day.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1144939261540404432006-04-13T10:37:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:48.228-04:00

I really dont know who to go with.I still have my TDMA phone which has 0 features. I am sure I can rest my phone down somewhere and nobody will steal it.I waiting to see what other deals both TSTT and Digi coming with, and then make my choice, but I really not standing up in a line for a phone though.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1144808934825936372006-04-11T22:18:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:48.028-04:00

Today I went to school for an extra class for students who are sitting CXC Spanish. Only 6 students showed up, two students already have ones in the subject. Small ting. I went ahead.Nobody can say that I didnt give my all. I am glad to have no exam class for next year, so that I can focus on my Form Fours. I have some ideas, but I definitely need to do some thinking before implementing them.The

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1144519060907036052006-04-08T11:08:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:47.880-04:00

I am excited because I can get some rest and relaxation. I have a list of things that I need to accomplish before the vacation has ended.I am so hyper about the Narnia DVD. I almost bought the widescreen edition insteaf of the special edition, but that would have been very shitty of me. I can only buy one though. The special edition costs $275. :(So right now I am listening to the soundtrack to

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1144197545207521262006-04-04T20:24:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:47.730-04:00

Two things happened to me today that made me think that some of my elders dont deserve my honour , as the National Pledge says.A teacher in my dept at school did a listening exam with some form 3s, after which, she went through the paper with them. By doing so however, she compromised the intergrity of the test for the other two classes who didnt do the exam as yet. She offered no apologies to

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1144101133162659232006-04-03T17:46:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:47.583-04:00

I had a good day Saturday. I went to book my ticket and the travel agent told me that I could get a good deal, all I have to do is wait.As I was leaving the travel agency, I heard a maxi beep its horn, so I raised my hand to indicate I was travelling. He stopped the maxi. When I got in, he informed me that he really wasnt picking up passenegers. He had beeped his horn to another driver as well as

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1143908682874255262006-04-01T12:17:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:47.429-04:00

I went to the Tunanpuna market this morning after postponing this event for a long time. I enjoyed looking at the vegetables and picking out which ones I want.I jumped into a maxi and I felt a tap on my shoulder. It was the mother of one of my students. She told me that her son did Spanish in January and he got a III, but of course he didnt tell me anything.I am wondering why he didnt say

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1143773401446653042006-03-30T22:47:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:47.272-04:00

Today was a day where I really didnt do a thing.I cut up some vegetables for my boyfriend who made lunch. A really delicious meal. And that's about it.I love days like this.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1143728604515669852006-03-30T10:15:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:47.128-04:00

Yesterday I had a meeting a student's parents in a restaurant. I found that was so cool.I am having a series of meetings with parents to talk to them about their children and what is going on at home, because these boys eh working.It was nice sitting with the parents and having a conversation of the son and not having to worry about class and someone else wanting to use the conference room.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1143596158867410252006-03-28T21:29:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:46.976-04:00

School was school yes. Normal.Had a meeting with a parent who wanted to know if to take his son from the school. I was so tempted to say, "FLEE AT ONCE!", but I told him to check around and see what other schools have to offer.I went to tae bo. It was cool enough. And now I am home spending quality time with the bf. He so sweet eh, he made lunch and put away my food for tomorrow.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1143507432654750282006-03-27T20:53:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:46.828-04:00

My weekend was...eh hem.....very nice.My boyfriend and I dont see eye to eye on a lot of things. But at the end of the day, he is there to support me, to protect me and take care of me. He is in my corner no matter what and is very loyal. That is a true friend and I would never give that up.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1143164660381647042006-03-23T21:36:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:46.677-04:00

I am really enjoying going to tae bo. It's great getting some exercise and having a routine as well. The classes are very different from the classes I had at school but I enjoy them all the same.I am so NOT fit!! I get tired very quickly. What I used to do was sit whenever I felt tired, but out of pure shame, I stand up and catch my breath.Today's class I lasted a lil longer, so if I really keep

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1143061704490866792006-03-22T17:04:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:46.521-04:00

My two students, who did CXC Spanish in January, got Grades I and II. I feel really good because this is the first time I have had students receive passing grades like that. I am accustomed to forests, III and IV.My class played football this lunchtime and won in sudden death. Before they went on the field, I told them, "hear nah, I could be in the staffroom eating lunch in a staffroom with A/C.

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1142894316719955712006-03-20T18:35:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:46.345-04:00

That was a sweet piece of rain today. I didnt want to get out of bed this morning. But I eventually made it to school due to the kindness of one of my co workers. He let me get into the taxi before him. Thing is, I didnt have a class first period, he did.The day moved on quite nicely...no major hiccups.I came home and had a meal with my boyfriend and now we are spending time chatting and surfing

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1142737529267777592006-03-18T22:57:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:46.181-04:00

I just finished watching an interesting movie on TV called, "Walkout". It highlighted the protest action of Chicano students in East LA. They were tired of the poor treatment that they got in their schools. Imagine, they were not allowed to speak Spanish at school. If they did, they got caned.There was a teacher, Sal Castro, who was really instrumental in helping those students organise

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1142688043716242652006-03-18T09:11:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:46.018-04:00

Last night I went to a lecture in UWI. The lecture was called " Initiatives in Multilingualism in the first decade of the 21st century."Interesting and I hope there are more like that. It's good to have people who are interesting in Foreign Languages get together and discuss ways in which we can get people to have a love for them.My boyfriend gave me some great news and I could not be more proud

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1142390853183176132006-03-14T22:45:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:45.865-04:00

My best friend from the States called me yesterday and we spoke for an hour. I enjoyed that conversation so much. It was fun.Then tonight I spoke to another friend and it was cool to just offload some stuff. He is making big steps in his life and I hope everything works out.Friends are really important in order to survive this life and I am glad to have a handful of TRUE friends than a lot of

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1142390621803986672006-03-14T22:41:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:45.724-04:00

That's what I always say to some nonsense that goes on in school. I swear there are people that have no idea about children and teaching. I mean, they make shitty decisions!!!!!!!All in an aim to cut costs.*sigh*Started back Tae bo today. That instructor was a trip!! Doing routines yes. That's why I didnt sign up for aerobics. I have no coordination!!!!Another *sigh*But it's almost Wednesday and

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1142060150390992282006-03-11T02:46:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:45.572-04:00

I must say, this week has been interesting where my 'online' life is concerned. A lot of bacchanal was happening around me and I felt hurt and uncomfortable. But I had some time to think about it and I realised at the end of the day people are people and they will do what they must. It's disappointing to see that people I thought had sense jumping into the middle of things. But I dont really '

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141859524619851582006-03-08T18:56:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:45.406-04:00

I am so not a morning person. I had been advised over and over again that I need to go early to Immigration because they open at 7am. I leave home at 7:30.And as my luck would have it, I saw about THREE students on my out!!! Normally I dont see any, but today, when I was ducking work, I saw THREE!!! STEUPS.As I crossed the Bus Route, I got a maxi that was going straight to POS. That was such

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141783018809366752006-03-07T21:53:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:45.262-04:00

I stayed back till 7 o'clock tonight for a parents meeting of Form3s. The turnout was OK. I got to speak to some parents, not all, but two parents said thanks to me for the efforts I was making with their sons.I appreciated that a lot. While I get paid to teach, I dont get paid for staying back after schoool for meetings and doing all the lil things that I do. So sometimes 'thanks' really means a

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141586905147698052006-03-05T15:26:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:45.116-04:00

I ask myself this question a few times each year. But how can you distance yourself from such negative behaviour when it's in your face all the time?

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141530362316408062006-03-04T22:53:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:44.954-04:00

We all live in a Capital IIn the middle of the desert in the centre of the sky.And all day we polish up the ITo keep it clean and shiny so it brightens up the sky.Rubbing it here and scrubbing it there,polishing the I, so high in the air.As we work we sing a lively tuneIt is great to be so happy on a busy afternoon.And when we're through with the day's only chore,we go into the I and we close the

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141527026783502802006-03-04T22:34:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:44.809-04:00

It's here! I always look forward to Fridays. Not only does it signal the beginning of the weekend, but it is the lightest day I have in my work schedule.My boyfriend and I both decided to give up meat for Lent. Thus far it has been going well. We just have to get inventive with our meals.Last night, my bf's mother had a get together for her birthday as well as her retirement. The food was great!

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141255082315616482006-03-01T19:04:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:44.666-04:00

I have decided to put this here lest I forget:How'd you do that?Do what?Hang that funny looking thing in the air like that?That's not a funny looking thing.It sure looks like a funny looking thing.That's because you dont know what the letter Q looks like.I dont know what the letter Q looks like? That's a laugh.No THIS is a laugh. And I still say you dont know what the letter Q looks like.It's

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141168840408058782006-02-28T19:05:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:44.520-04:00

Ever since I saw the trailer for this movie, I wanted to see it. Not because the main characters were gay, but because it was the love story of two men.The movie started off a bit slow for me, but gradually it picked up and had a viser grip on my attention till the end.Some high points for me:The scenery. Lush green mountains, crisp clean river water.A lot of critics spoke about Heath Ledger's

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1141055256254954892006-02-27T11:37:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:44.373-04:00

I must say that I am truly disappointed with the results this year. However, I must pat myself on the back for actually staying up for the whole event. This was achieved with the assistance of some MSN convos and some snacks.There were some calypsonians who truly impressed me. Brian London, Stinger, a new guy Roderick Gordon and of course Chalkie.These are the results I would have given if I were

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1140996941494626102006-02-26T19:30:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:44.231-04:00

I can always tell when my boyfriend is up to something. He asks these questions and when you want to know why, he says, "Nothing!" in a sing song way. Then you hear bags rustling and see him move swiftly from room to room.The picture you are seeing is the result of his mysterious movements today. What makes this even more special is that we dont have a dining room table, so when we do eventually

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6053944.post-1140929761654760772006-02-26T00:35:00.000-04:002006-10-14T21:07:44.087-04:00

I turned 27 this year. I honestly don't feel like it. But then, how are you supposed to feel at 27?I have the sweetest boyfriend on the planet yes. That man made a delicious lasagne for me for lunch. That alone would have been a present enough, but he also got the The Incredibles DVD. This is the first DVD in a collection I hope to start. I hope to only buy DVDs of movies that have any sort of

Ayanna J.noreply@blogger.com2