Because these competitions take place in functioning school buildings, as attendees we get to see the decor and projects of today's youth. Which is kind of adorable because sometimes these projects are precious. But on Saturday my Uncle David pointed out something that I found a bit disturbing.
Junior High Child's Tribute to Canada.
What's wrong with this picture?
Have you found it yet? The Canadian flag has a marijuana leaf instead of the appropriate maple leaf. A marijuana leaf, you guys. WHERE IS THE OVERSIGHT?! I can't believe that a teacher not only let a child print out this image, but then proceeded to post it in a school building. This is just too shocking for me to fully process. It makes me worried for the children.
O M G. I'm pretty sure we would have gotten a detention for that not have it instead displayed in the hallway. AND why does the kid's handwriting resemble a 5 year old. That whole thing just disturbed me on so many levels.
ReplyDeleteTaleen, I would like to note that this is the first "comment" I have ever created...for a blog, newspaper, or HVAC trade magazine website. I was always afraid. Thought they were wierd. hmm. Well, in my first attempt to post a comment I did not realize that one must "log-in" before posting such high quality content. So, In order to save my lengthy post, I ctrl+c'd the whole message. I so smart! I register/log-in no bigs. I then proceed to ctrl+c the url url of your site so I may return swiftly to my post. Shiz. In order to save my little fingers I will paraphrase.
ReplyDeleteCanada. Taleen, have you ever been to a Half Price Books? Me niether, until Nettie took me there during our last arrend date (yeah, I know, being married is awesome!). They buy your books! My enthusiasm waned considerably once I discovered that approximately 18 books netted a whopping 6 bones (store credit, actually). All is well, because Nettie insisted that I pick a new book. Jared's decision: "A Brief History of Canada, 2nd Edition, Roger Riendeau" So far I have not reached the marijuana/maple leaf confusion, but stay tuned for updates. I'm only on page 101. Just finished the "uneasiness of the colonies of the south" Translation: Americans are bored with Britain and want them out. I am completely sucked into this book. I get made fun of daily by my beloved wife. She's jealous I think. Taleen, this ended up not be a paraphrase as I mentioned above. Don't know if you'll ever read this, but...cheers! I will admit. I started reading your blog yesterady....and I'm already to March 7. I have laughed out loud no less than 12 times. I'm picturing 1117, Lincoln Way, 2:15am. "Taleen, should we watch another one?" "Bartel! it's 2:15 on a Tuesday! House will cured lupus tomorrow I'm sure." I don't know if you ever spoke those words, but that's how I remember them.
Muchos besos de Des Moines,
Jared
Bartel! I'm so happy you're reading the blog. This brings joy to my heart. I also can't believe that you just recently discovered half-price books. It was a favorite of mine until I sold things back and felt that they were a bit stingy with their acceptance prices. But it's also the place where my sister got my Iowa trivia book from, so it will always hold a special place in my heart. You have now completely convinced me to read this book about Canada. I want to hear millions more about it. Please share the blog with your millions of friends and fans. We both know you have them.
ReplyDeleteI ain't no holla back girl,
Taleen