Mamacita says: You’re getting an F. How’s that self-esteem today? “Why are you giving me an F,” you ask? I’m not. I just kept score. You earned the F yourself, fair and square. Teachers don’t give grades. Students earn grades. … Continue reading
Mamacita says: It’s Labor Day and I don’t feel like laboring, so I’m re-running this semi-pornographic post from Valentine’s Day, 2006. As an English teacher, I’ve spent my entire career talking about various grammatical forms, including one we call the … Continue reading
Mamacita says: Before I say anything else, I want to send a huge, grateful shout-out to Mocha Momma! You should all be reading her blog anyway, because she’s great, but add to all that, I’ve won a laptop from her … Continue reading
Mamacita says: Oh, my darling, I didn’t mean to neglect you so! You know I love you. You know I care. You know I’d never ignore you under normal circumstances! Please find it in your heart to forgive me. I … Continue reading