I am writing this as I wait for my Madden Mobile bids to clear. A curious practice to be sure, but one that has brought me a surprising level of joy in recent weeks. I suppose I just enjoy the challenge of a new game–especially one that can be picked up and put aside so easily. I’ve learned that there are certain benefits to being a west coast time zone player–specifically in regards to late night auctions. Most of the country is already asleep and you can go ahead an pluck the top talent with the fervor of someone who knows there are only a handful of competitors out there. Such is the gamer life.
The teacher life is more complicated. I spent the semester very concerned about being better in the classroom and I have been in some instances. I am strongest when working collaboratively. I really enjoy watching my class interact with other classes and going head to head in competitive academics. I feel like this is something I need to continue and see it out until I discover the pedagogical theory lurking there.
The Dad life is far more complex. I am attempting to put myself and thus my kids into a healthier lifestyle both physically and mentally. This means supporting them as they do sports they enjoy and pushing them to appreciate more STEM based interactions and especially cultivate a desire for reading and liberal arts. I don’t think I have been especially effective on that last part.
Still, the boys are coming around to recognizing that I am a writer and hopefully they can take that next step and decide they enjoy writing itself.