Pack Rat wrote:You must be bored...
Not at ALL, pee-rat. That shows how little you know about me.
My life is FULL, pee-rat. I have lots to do everyday. I did finish a book in some 30 hours; it is a good book and I could not put it down; the author is Malcolm Gladwell. It was a gift in the past few days, btw. I read often, on a variety of subjects. I am currently reading 4 other books, all on Religious topics. I read those books to consider what to teach in the near future. I read at least 10 books or more on religious matters in the past few years.
Next week my wife and I are on Grandparent duty, taking care of all the Grandchildren in different capacities. I have a fulfilling part-time job; I also serve those who are needy and hungry. I have, in the past, helped the poor by repairing their homes (Pre-Covid). And, as you love to point out, I teach Sunday School to Adults, too.
In the summer I have a garden and I ride my bicycle when the weather permits. I also visit my family often.
I still teach Chemistry and Physics at the secondary level and keep learning more nearly everyday. I use and review skills I have learned. I problem solve using equipment and trying to devise new ways to use the limited equipment and chemicals I have (and can use safely) at my private Christian school to make those subjects relevant, interesting, and on-topic. I just finished an experiment today on Boyle's Law, using 3 digital programs and 2 different sets of equipment, most of that donated. That makes it challenging to mix and match all that different equipment. I spent some 3 afternoons trouble shooting all the hurdles I had to clear for one experiment, that lasted about 90 minutes today, including data analysis. My students analyzed the data they obtained using both linear regression and power regression methods. The results were reasonably impressive. BTW: one program I tried I had not used in several years and that took some problem solving.
I am considering doing a follow-up Chemistry experiment using gas laws combined with Stoichiometry; those results have not been as impressive, so I need to better trouble shoot that experiment and its methodology.
Perhaps I should start sampling wines, as recommended by Mookie. That may help me pass the time. Then I can advise DDS what he needs to drink.
Oh, and I almost forgot: I lead a Clan here on CC. I actually organize games for members to play in various tournaments.
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2025 6:10 am
Desperately reaching there buddy. I think you've spent too much time around the rest of the conspiracy whack jobs here. May I suggest a nice Cabernet and a good book?
