I had my sophomores write their personal creed last week. One of their vocabulary roots is "Credo", from the Latin for "believe". They wrote me 500-word essays outlining their personal beliefs, from religion to the ever-popular "boxers or briefs" debate. I decided to do a Credo blog . . .
* I believe that cancer sucks.
* I believe in the Apostles' Creed.
* I believe that dogs are better than cats (sorry, Miss Hopkins).
* I believe that Gabrielle is super-adorable when she says, "Uh-huh."
* I believe that teaching English is the best job in the world.
* I believe that just because I own a labelmaker doesn't mean I'm a total loser.
* I believe that some people are just plain unreasonable and want to stay unhappy.
* I believe in the power of positive thinking.
* I believe that "tomorning" should be a legit word in the English language.
* I believe in coffee in the morning and sometimes in the afternoon.
* I believe that watching Mike play the Wii is funny.
* I believe that Aidan is really smart.
* I believe that freckles really are angel kisses.
* I believe that eating watermelon seeds and swallowing gum is really OK.
* I believe that Charles Dickens is one of the best writers of all time.
* I believe the fall play at MHS is going to be amazing!
* I believe in myself.
* I believe birthday cakes are calorie-free.
* I believe in setting a good example.
* I believe that high heels are utterly ridiculous.
* I believe that pregnancy is a miracle.
* I believe that having children can make us better people, if we take the time to learn from them.
* I believe that I miss Jim.
* I believe that nurses are underpaid.
* I believe that Latin is a beautiful language.
* I believe in the power of education and critical thinking.
* I believe that Gender Studies is an awesome class to teach.
* I believe that I work in a great school district.
* I believe that boxers or briefs is a personal choice.
* I believe that I've gained 10 lbs. and I don't really care.
* I believe that my husband is addicted to the Wii.
* I believe that I might be addicted to blogging (but NOT my cell phone, Chris and Bonnie!)
* I believe that everyone should try this assignment.
* I believe that I am going to stop here.
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