Day 13: Priorities

I am back after a short break to take care of some sick kiddos.  I used to think there was nothing worse than a baby with a cold (or in this case RSV), until I discovered what life was like with a sick toddler.  I will take the sick baby any day over the terror my 20 month old became over the past week.  Thankfully everyone is healthy now and back to their normal happy little selves.

I took a break from my regular work clothes yesterday to help my school bring attention to a great campaign.  March 6, is National Spread the Word to End the Word Day.  The campaign hopes to bring awareness to how hurtful the use of the word retarded is when it is used in casual conversation. 

The department chair of the Special Needs students has gotten grant money the last few years to provide free t-shirts to any staff member who wants one.  She also does a fabulous job of organizing a petition for everyone in the building to sign saying they will not use the r-word.

This is an amazing campaign and we should all be aware of the way we talk and converse with others!