Hi everyone. I can’t believe 2022 is here. In some ways, it feels like it’s 20 years from 2019 and in other ways, it feels 20 minutes. Can I get an amen or a yep or an ugh?! I wanted to give you an update on what these next few months will look like for me and what you can expect. This week I start teaching a new class at a new university in a new town with new coffee (well, just kidding. I am a creature of habit and use the same coffee every day). For those of you that missed it, we recently moved and you can read about that
My son lives at Chapel Hill. He tells me that your area, in general, is strict about masks. I'm so glad. Minnesota went from compliant to "whatever" after the early rules. I hear some of the cities are getting strict again. Not where I live. Son worries about his wife who has a congenital condition that could mean that if she were bed bound for a period of time, she may never walk again. One more reason for thinking beyond our noses when it comes to masks and the vaccines. Keep up the good work.
So glad you are taking care of yourself and making space for the transition. I'm so grateful for all that I've gained from reading your posts; your students are so fortunate to be learning from you! As the gals from Pantsuit Politics say, have the best semester available to you, and be well!
Jan 5, 2022·edited Jan 5, 2022Liked by Dr. Emily Smith
Here here to growing up the next gen of powerful gal pals. Sending fellow educator "atta girl!" your way. (And thx for the DP love. We love you right back.) xo, Lindsey
Dr. Emily, I know you are busy with your new ventures, but SOS.
Mom of a high risk child here. I live in CA and have had the luxury of mask mandates in schools. Next week those go away. Please advise on how best to protect a vulnerable 3 year old from Covid.
What are reasonable precautions for us to take?
My daughter has chronic lung disease, laryngomalacia, obstructive sleep apnea, and a gaggle of other issues.
She got a runny nose last month and I am still trying to wean her off bipap and oxygen.
Again, we feel totally lost and left behind in this pandemic.
FNE 2022
Your students are very blessed to have you. I will certainly miss receiving your trustworthy and insightful content.
Good luck with the new class! I hope it is rewarding for you as much as it will be for your students.
My son lives at Chapel Hill. He tells me that your area, in general, is strict about masks. I'm so glad. Minnesota went from compliant to "whatever" after the early rules. I hear some of the cities are getting strict again. Not where I live. Son worries about his wife who has a congenital condition that could mean that if she were bed bound for a period of time, she may never walk again. One more reason for thinking beyond our noses when it comes to masks and the vaccines. Keep up the good work.
Congratulations on your new adventure! So incredibly grateful for your guidance and perspective on this road. You’re a rock star!
So glad you are taking care of yourself and making space for the transition. I'm so grateful for all that I've gained from reading your posts; your students are so fortunate to be learning from you! As the gals from Pantsuit Politics say, have the best semester available to you, and be well!
This is my first comment on your blog. I just want to say "you go girl!" I appreciate all your hard work and I am sure your new students will too.
Here here to growing up the next gen of powerful gal pals. Sending fellow educator "atta girl!" your way. (And thx for the DP love. We love you right back.) xo, Lindsey
Dr. Emily, I know you are busy with your new ventures, but SOS.
Mom of a high risk child here. I live in CA and have had the luxury of mask mandates in schools. Next week those go away. Please advise on how best to protect a vulnerable 3 year old from Covid.
What are reasonable precautions for us to take?
My daughter has chronic lung disease, laryngomalacia, obstructive sleep apnea, and a gaggle of other issues.
She got a runny nose last month and I am still trying to wean her off bipap and oxygen.
Again, we feel totally lost and left behind in this pandemic.
Thanks,
Amanda