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Week 7 (9.29-10.3)
Week 6 (9.22-26)
Friday, September 26
The oldest surviving veteran who fought in World War II is a 109 year-old African American man from Surry County. He currently lives in a retirement home in Phoenix, AZ.
Thursday, September 25
There is a proposal going in front of county planners for a large RV park. While there is a serious lack of housing in Surry, what are the advantages and disadvantages to this type of development?
Wednesday, September 24
On this date in 1846 the German astronomer Johann Gottfried Galle discovered the planet Neptune. It had been hypothesized to exist due to observations of disruptions in the orbit of Uranus (which had been first observed in 1781).
Tuesday, September 23
It looks like a few warmer days ahead, and then maybe some cooler rain on Friday. There's also a "tropical low pressure system" developing in the mid-Atlantic. Don't Panic!
Monday, September 22
Today the sun's position crosses the equator, marking the astronomical event known as the "Autumnal Equinox." No matter where you are on earth today you get 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of night. And the night part keeps getting longer...
Week 5 (9.15-19)
Friday, September 19
The waning crescent moon and Venus were snuggled up close together this morning. It was stunning to see.
Thursday, September 18
Tonight the football team plays Charles City County, which is the birthplace of two American Presidents. Only Norfolk County, MA (South Boston) is home to more.
Wednesday, September 17
Wife: "It's Thursday. What are you looking forward to?
Me: "It's Wednesday..."
Wife: "Then I guess you're looking forward to Thursday."
Tuesday, September 16
It's nice to get a day or two of cool rain, especially knowing it will be warm and sunny again by the end of the week.
Monday, September 15
The wedding was really nice!
Week 4 (9.8-12)
Friday, September 12
I'm going to my nephew's redneck princess wedding tomorrow. Anyone else have big plans for the weekend?
Thursday, September 11
I woke up several times in the night and the soft patter of gentle rain was incredibly soothing. Often I am stuck, laying awake, but I fell back to sleep quickly every time.
Wednesday, September 10
Hump day!
Tuesday, September 9
We seemed to have an issue with alarm clocks this morning. My really old bed-side clock decided to go off by making one small clicking noise and then silence. However, I was already awake, so I heard it not happen...
Monday, September 8
It looks like a lovely early September week ahead. Do your best to find some enjoyment of where and when you are.
Week 3 (9.2-5)
Friday, September 5
That little bit of rain yesterday evening was a welcome surprise.
Thursday, September 4
Dr. Walker noticed that some of the grades in PowerSchool were not averaging properly. He has informed technology, so don't be surprised if you see your grades change suddenly in some of your classes.
Wednesday, September 3
The weather has been really nice since the start of August, but summer is still around and will make itself felt over the next few days.
Tuesday, September 2
It's been a busy few weeks as we have prepared to host Luca Achino from Italy. Please make him feel welcome!
Week 2 (8.25-28)
Thursday, August 28
Wednesday, August 27
I used the phrase "Shut up" in class yesterday and was corrected by a student for doing this. I sort of laughed it off and said the phrase again. This was actually inappropriate and I think it is important to recognize the student for speaking out, which was the right thing to do. My household has always been stable and kind, and I don't always recognize that some people don't have such an environment.
Tuesday, August 26
The long term forecast is looking NICE. Mostly high 70s and nights dropping to the low 60s. The perfect weather for getting things done and sleeping well at night.
Monday, August 25
I had a crazy productive weekend. I worked hard each day and slept well each night.
Week 1 (8.18-22)
Friday, August 22
As we reflect on the first week, here's something from back in the day...
Thursday, August 21
We're going to have a cloudy day with a steady breeze from the north. This is a direct result of the counterclockwise rotation of Hurricane Erin offshore to the east. Be glad it didn't hit. We haven't had a major hurricane since you were probably too young to remember, but they suck.
Wednesday, August 20
I've lived in my very old house since 1998 and I've done a lot of work on it. Now that Erik has moved out, I am doing the repairs on the room that my children have lived in for 21 years...
Tuesday, August 19
Day one went well and I'm excited for the semester ahead. Short homerooms and pre-testing for Wednesday and Thursday.
Monday, August 18
Welcome to the 2025-26 school year. Let's "Function in disaster, finish in style!"
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