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Because not everyone here or on Facebook gets the annual holiday newsletter, I have taken to posting it here a day or two after it is mailed. Sorry, no holiday graphics.
Holiday Newsletter, Volume XIII December, 2011
We celebrated a delayed 40th anniversary last Spring with a cruise that included NASA, Charleston, Bermuda and the Bahamas. We continue to enjoy our annual summer stay on the Gulf Beaches and look forward to returning to Disney World for Becca’s second visit. Our little Energizer Bunny kept going until she fell asleep on my head as we made our way to the entrance after one last ride. Her only complaint: she thought the tram lines to the parking lots at the end of the evening should have a “fast-pass” option!
My job shifted as I was demoted(?) and have both the 6th grade classes but no 8th graders. As of January 1, 2012 I will no longer be an employee of Solomon Schechter Day School (SSDS); rather, I’ll teach at the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School (SSJCS), the result of a merger between the conservative affiliated Schechter and the Reform Jewish Academy. It’s kind of a nominal change until next school year when RJA students join our building. If my math is correct (but I teach English and social studies, 2 periods of each, plus advise yet another yearbook, so don’t count on that skill), next year I will be working for my 14th principal as I enter the second year of my fifth decade in teaching. Whew! But I’m still learning and having fun, so....
I continue to coach softball at Webster, where we won our first district championship in 30 years. I have no plans to give that up until my body tells me it’s time (the message probably delivered by a softball I can no longer deflect or duck). The anti-jock has now been coaching over a quarter of a century.
Ben recently changed jobs and is working for Centene as a software security engineer; it’s a much closer drive to Clayton than Scott AFB and he’s excited about this new opportunity; his previous contractor lost its bid at Scott, but his skills were in high demand so he was able to make the transition seamlessly, despite the economy.
Nicci continues to work part-time at a friend and former colleague’s UPS store, which works out well for all. Her RA is occasionally problematical, but she soldiers on. She serves as Room Mother at The College School for Becca who attends three full days a week. It’s hard to believe she’ll be in Kindergarten next year.
We are truly blessed. Please accept our best wishes for healthy and happy 2012. Peace, Shalom, Salaam.
Holiday Newsletter, Volume XIII December, 2011
Lucky 13! Thus begins the 13th Annual Holiday Newsletter, the summary of 2011 that will soon be in the books. Time continues to pass quickly and we’re thankful for each day.
We celebrated a delayed 40th anniversary last Spring with a cruise that included NASA, Charleston, Bermuda and the Bahamas. We continue to enjoy our annual summer stay on the Gulf Beaches and look forward to returning to Disney World for Becca’s second visit. Our little Energizer Bunny kept going until she fell asleep on my head as we made our way to the entrance after one last ride. Her only complaint: she thought the tram lines to the parking lots at the end of the evening should have a “fast-pass” option!My job shifted as I was demoted(?) and have both the 6th grade classes but no 8th graders. As of January 1, 2012 I will no longer be an employee of Solomon Schechter Day School (SSDS); rather, I’ll teach at the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School (SSJCS), the result of a merger between the conservative affiliated Schechter and the Reform Jewish Academy. It’s kind of a nominal change until next school year when RJA students join our building. If my math is correct (but I teach English and social studies, 2 periods of each, plus advise yet another yearbook, so don’t count on that skill), next year I will be working for my 14th principal as I enter the second year of my fifth decade in teaching. Whew! But I’m still learning and having fun, so....I continue to coach softball at Webster, where we won our first district championship in 30 years. I have no plans to give that up until my body tells me it’s time (the message probably delivered by a softball I can no longer deflect or duck). The anti-jock has now been coaching over a quarter of a century.
Carolyn treasures her time with Becca, as do I, even if it's more limited--the downside of continuing my career. We love being able to watch her grow. Carolyn also is adding to her iPad skills and is even talking about moving to a laptop (as the rest of the world moves to tablets). You can find both of us on Facebook or e-mail her at csb8870@yahoo.com. I continue to blog and post sporadically at bobberndt.multiply.com; peruse at your peril.
Ben recently changed jobs and is working for Centene as a software security engineer; it’s a much closer drive to Clayton than Scott AFB and he’s excited about this new opportunity; his previous contractor lost its bid at Scott, but his skills were in high demand so he was able to make the transition seamlessly, despite the economy.Nicci continues to work part-time at a friend and former colleague’s UPS store, which works out well for all. Her RA is occasionally problematical, but she soldiers on. She serves as Room Mother at The College School for Becca who attends three full days a week. It’s hard to believe she’ll be in Kindergarten next year.
On a sad note, Carolyn’s mom died last June at 93 after a brief illness. Geraldine Shahan was a remarkable, strong woman, an inspiration to all of us who were privileged to know and love her. Although my Dad’s health continues to decline, he still manages to live independently at Friendship Village of Sunset Hills, where he will turn 91 in February.
We are truly blessed. Please accept our best wishes for healthy and happy 2012. Peace, Shalom, Salaam.
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