Today was my second study group as a peer mentor. It went much more smoothly than last week. The one older gentleman who was hell-bent on taking over the class because he knew everything? He got moved to another group. The other mentor (I’ll call her Bambi, because she is cute and sweet) and I don’t know why, but we sure were glad he was gone.
Bambi and I didn’t know each other before last Thursday, so we met up today before group to have lunch and make plans for our students. I am really glad that we did, because she is a cool chica. I’m glad we like each other, and we were even laughing a lot by the time the hour was up. We commiserated about what a nightmare last week was, and got to know each other a bit.
This week, Tom Brady look-alike didn’t show up. Sadness, I tell ya! One of the other guys wasn’t there, either, but two new girls were there. We gave them their first quiz, and walked them through the oddball setup of the quizzes/tests. Then we discussed every question and why the answers were right or wrong. Everyone participated, and seemed to feel comfortable with each other, which is great. We brought up the suggestion of them joining a study group outside of class time. There is one every Friday morning, but most of them don’t want to get up that early when they don’t have class. They all pulled together and have planned to meet an hour before our discussion group every Thursday. It made me feel so proud, and psyched about mentoring. I can’t wait to see how they progress over the semester. I was sure last fall that I made the right choice to change majors, and this only reinforces that.
Tomorrow morning, I’ll be headed to campus to help out with the first round of tests. You better believe I’m gonna find those two rascals who didn’t show up to group and remind them how important it is for them. (And also for my covert picture-taking assignment).
On a strange note, I have begun to wean myself off of the Lexapro, which was the plan with the doctors. I’ve been taking it every other day this week, but I have noticed that by the second afternoon, I am feeling very strange. I’m thinking about asking the doc to call in another month for me so I can take a little more time weaning. I’m not so much worried about my moods, but I hate feeling so odd. I didn’t do it properly last time, and I can remember feeling “jolts” every once in a while, and I’d like to avoid that this time. Anyone have any advice on this?
Sooooo is this Bambi single? Easily impressed? A nympho? Please let me know! LOL
Glad your mentoring went better this week. As far as weening of the meds I’m no help, but wish you the best of luck.
I’m glad your study group went so well!
Take it every day and a half for a while instead, maybe? But I’m glad Mr. Knowitall is gone!
Two girls do not make up for the Wonder Triplet!
Ron – No, probably, not sure yet. I’ll keep ya posted!
ETW – As am I, my dear. As am I.
Honey – SO AM I!
Lola – I concur!