TPS Retiree Group

March 16, 2010- Bodacious

2010-03-20T17:36:00.003-05:00

Bodacious in Tatum was the meeting place for lunch on March 16th. Members enjoying time together on the beautiful day were Nelda, Bernice, Denise, Carolyn, Pam, Nancy S., Sherry, and Susan. Others joining the group for lunch were Robbye, Amanda, and Hadley.

Jan. 19, 2010-Posados

2010-01-24T15:48:00.004-06:00

TPS Retiree Group had a change of plans on Jan. 19th. When they arrived at the restaurant to eat, they found out that the water was off so they quickly went to Plan B. The bunch traveled a short distance to Posados and had a great meal together. Those attending were Sherry, Elaine, Nelda, Marilyn, Bernice, Denise, Nancy S., and Reva.

Elaine Shares Christmas Pictures

2009-12-29T18:52:00.002-06:00

Elaine hopes that your Christmas Day was full of surprises!!!!!!!!

Bernice Shares Christmas Pictures

2009-12-27T20:36:00.005-06:00

Mom Eve and Aunt Jen having a tea party with Wren. Looks like a fun time!

Here's Wren painting Christmas cookies. I bet Santa enjoyed those cookies!

When Wren got home Dec. 26th there was still enough snow in Dallas for her to make a snow person.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NANCY S.

2009-11-27T10:45:00.002-06:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NANCY S.!

Everyone, Dec. 5th is Nancy's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Nancy? You can by leaving a comment. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified (I usually do name/url and just put my name), then publish your post,and finally your comment will be added only after it has been approved. Post your birthday message for Nancy today!

November 10, 2009-Roseville

2009-11-11T09:00:00.006-06:00

The TPS Retiree group got together for lunch on November 10th. They met and ate at Roseville. It was a beautiful day and the conversation flowed as they visited with one another.

Here's Elaine, Sherry, Bernice, Marilyn, Nelda, Denise, and Denise's mother. Look at that pretty plate of food waiting for them to enjoy.
Sherry, next time, we want to see your face too.

Visiting time!!

Nelda and Marilyn enjoying the beautiful weather and the lovely grounds of Roseville!

Bernice Shares Pictures

2009-11-01T09:18:00.006-06:00

Bernice (Grammy) has sent some precious pictures for us to enjoy.

Bernice's granddaughter Wren enjoying animals in her backyard that her mom and dad rented for her 2nd birthday. She loved them.

Bernice's (Grammy), daughter Eve & granddaughter Wren have fun at the state fair.

Oct. 13, 2009 - Duke's Fish Shack

2009-10-14T09:02:00.004-05:00

Tatum Primary School Retirees enjoyed some delicious fish at Duke's. Those attending were Marilyn, Nelda, Reva, Denise, and Denise's mom. They enjoyed great food and great conversation. The group will be gathering again in the near future.

Aug. 25, 2009-The Butcher Shop

2009-08-25T15:42:00.004-05:00

Tatum Primary School retirees kicked off their third year of meeting as a group on Aug. 25th. The group met for lunch at The Butcher Shop in Longview. Denise, the newest member of the group was welcomed by the others. Those sharing news today were Bernice, Carolyn, Denise, Elaine, Marilyn, Nancy S., Nelda, Reva, and Sherry. Hadley, Sherry's precious granddaugher, enjoyed the lunch time too. The members chatted and laughed together as they caught up on the news. Thirty minute lunch breaks are in the past for this group!

Aug. 25, 2009-The Butcher Shop

2009-08-17T15:58:00.004-05:00

Let's kick off our third year of gathering by meeting at The Butcher Shop, Aug. 25th, at 11:30a.m. Maybe many of you will be there to welcome Denise. EMails have been sent out to all members and I will look forward to hearing from you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SHERRY

2009-07-24T18:13:00.003-05:00

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SHERRY!

Everyone, July 31st is Sherry's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Sherry? You can by leaving a comment. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified (I usually do name/url and just put my name), then publish your post,and finally your comment will be added only after it has been approved. Post your birthday message for Sherry today!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DENISE!

2009-07-18T14:10:00.002-05:00

Everyone, July 25th is Denise's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Denise? You can by leaving a comment. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified (I usually do name/url and just put my name), then publish your post,and finally your comment will be added only after it has been approved. Post your birthday message for Denise today!

Elaine's News

2009-07-06T09:46:00.002-05:00

I got an email today from Elaine. She is in Washington state. She reports that the weather is WONDERFUL. I told her that we are getting some rain here which is giving us some needed relief.

Elaine's Vacation Pictures

2009-06-04T16:53:00.005-05:00

Elaine sends these vacation pictures of her recent trip to Washington and Oregon. I know you had a great time, Elaine! Thanks for sharing!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ELAINE!

2009-05-11T10:40:00.003-05:00

Everyone, May 18th is Elaine's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Elaine? You can by leaving a comment. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified (I usually do name/url and just put my name), then publish your post,and finally your comment will be added only after it has been approved. Post your birthday message for Elaine today!

Nelda Shares Easter Pictures

2009-04-21T13:17:00.013-05:00

Nelda shares Easter 2009 pictures of Jordan Eaton.

She is having fun hunting her Easter eggs at her great grandpa's house. She is matched up from head to toe. She has her pink hair bow that matches her outfit and even a pink bow on her basket.
She is holding on to that egg!

She is darling!

This cutie pie found another one!

Bernice Shares Easter Pictures

2009-04-18T08:53:00.008-05:00

Bernice shares her Easter 2009 pictures of Wren with us.

She is a little doll!

I love her Easter bonnet.

Here she is hunting Easter eggs. I know the Easter bunny was good to her!

April 3, 2009-Central Perks

2009-04-03T14:23:00.009-05:00

TPS Retiree Group members enjoyed lunch together Apr. 3rd in Marshall at Central Perks. It was a perfect day to stroll up and down the street as stores were explored nearby. The time ended as future suggestions were made for the next time together.

Pictured from left to right are: Susan, Bernice, and Elaine

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MARILYN!

2009-03-25T11:18:00.004-05:00

Everyone, April 1st is Marilyn's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Marilyn? You can by leaving a comment. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified (I usually do name/url and just put my name), then publish your post,and finally your comment will be added only after it has been approved. Post your birthday message for Marilyn today!

Just A Quick Note

2009-03-21T08:04:00.003-05:00

TPS Retirees, it is that time again to gather together. If you are free on Friday, April 3rd, plan to meet at 11:30a.m. for lunch at Central Perks in Marshall. We can explore some of the unique shops on that street and maybe even discover an estate sale in Marshall since it will be on a Friday. Let me know if you will plan on being there or even if you are unable to join us on that day. I look forward to hearing from all of you soon. I hope you are enjoying this beautiful spring weather too!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NELDA!

2009-03-21T07:09:00.005-05:00

Everyone, March 28th is Nelda's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Nelda? You can by leaving a comment. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified (I usually do name/url and just put my name), then publish your post, and finally your comment will be added only after it has been approved. Post your birthday message for Nelda today!

Susan Shares The Most Dangerous Cake Recipe

2009-03-10T18:53:00.009-05:00

A picture of the cake that I made. I put it in a small bowl instead of a mug because I had never made it before and wanted to see how big of a mug was needed. It would need a big mug.

Yummy with a scoop of vanilla Blue Bell with a cup of coffee.

I saw this recipe on a teacher's site and thought it might be good. I gave it a try today and used a microwave small bowl instead of a mug. I added some pecans to the recipe too. I even added a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

The Most Dangerous Cake Recipe in the World

4 Tablespoons flour

4 Tablespoons sugar

2 Tablespoons cocoa

1 egg

3 Tablespoons milk

3 Tablespoons oil

3 Tablespoons of chocolate chips (optional)

I added some pecans too

A small splash of vanilla extract

1 large coffee mug (I put it in a small microwave bowl for my first try.)

Directions:

Add dry ingredients to mug and mix well.

Add egg and mix throughly.

Add the choc. chips and vanilla extract and mix again.

Put your mug in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes using 1000watts.

The cake will rise over the top of the mug but don't be alarmed.

Allow to cool and tip out onto a plate if desired.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BERNICE!

2009-03-04T16:36:00.004-06:00

Everyone, March 11th is Bernice's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Bernice? You can by leaving a comment. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified (I usually do name/url and just put my name), publish your post, and finally your comment will be added only after it has been approved. Post your birthday message for Bernice today!

Feb. 25, 2009-Heartland Ham Company

2009-02-25T15:13:00.005-06:00

The TPS Retiree Group enjoyed lunch at the Heartland Ham Company in Longview today. Reva shared her daughter's beautiful wedding pictures with everyone there. We caught up on the news and shared memories of our years of teaching. After lunch those that were interested in scrapbooking went on to Scrapbooks N Such to check out their Wednesday special. Before members said their goodbyes, plans were discussed for the next time together. We are loving retirement!

Pictured here on the left front to back are Reva and Susan and on the right from front to back are Marilyn, Elaine, and Nelda

Bernice's Project Is Complete

2009-02-24T09:54:00.006-06:00

News From Bernice

It's finished. My bench is done. This is how it works: We had 6 Tuesday and Thursday night classes from 6-9. The first night we drew our design and painted our tiles. The second time we broke our tiles and started gluing. We could use a hammer or a tile cutter. I found I could control the size better by using the cutter. If you don't have much strength in your hands, the hammer is the way to go.

I found it was easier to place several pieces and then glue each one. When I did one at a time, I forgot where or which way I was going to use it.

After starting the tiles, the instructor invited us to come any time to work on it. That was a good idea because standing 3 hours straight is hard on the back and legs. Some of the ladies sat, but I could never do any thing sitting down, except grade papers!

The last night we grouted. That was easy except for the sides.

It was fun. I recommend it to anyone who likes crafts and likes to meet people. There were 8 ladies in our class from several towns around. It takes patience and talent, two things I'm short on. My design is simple as you see. I'm glad we weren't graded. I would be wearing a dunce cap. The others had more uniform size pieces and more complicated designs. Take a look if you are ever in the Mud Hut.

If you want to do mosaics, I recommend to start small. Maybe a picture frame.

Elaine's Mayan Rivera Vacation Pictures

2009-02-16T13:20:00.006-06:00

Thanks for sharing these pictures!

Here's Elaine enjoying the Mayan Rivera!

Lovely view and looks like a perfect place to relax!

Elaine, these pictures make me want to go too!

Just A Quick Note

2009-02-11T10:33:00.005-06:00

It's about time for a visit and a meal together! Let's gather at Heartland Ham Co. in Longview on Wed. the 25th of February. Let's plan to gather at 11:30a.m. for lunch and a long visit. Then for those that want to check out scrapbooking supplies on that day, the visit could continue at Scrapbooking 'N Such. So all retirees get out that pen and mark your calendar. Now email me if or even if you will not be unable to attend. Look forward to hearing from you soon!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NANCY T!

2009-02-07T08:40:00.007-06:00

Everyone, Feb. 15th is Nancy T's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Nancy? You can by leaving a comment on this blog. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified, publish your post, and finally your comment will be added once it's approved. Post your birthday message for Nancy T. today.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CAROLYN!

2009-02-04T15:19:00.002-06:00

Everyone, Feb. 11th is Carolyn's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Carolyn? You can by leaving a comment on this blog. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, pick how you want to be identified, publish your post, and finally your comment will be added once it's approved. Post your birthday message for Carolyn today.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, REVA!

2009-01-29T18:25:00.002-06:00

Everyone, Feb. 6th is Reva's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Reva? You can by leaving a comment on this blog. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type Reva's birthday message, pick how you want to be identified, publish your post, and finally your comment will be added once it's approved. Post your birthday message for Reva today.

Susan Shares A Recipe-Chocolate-Cherry Dump Cake

2009-01-29T09:52:00.004-06:00

This might be a pretty Valentine dessert. It is from the Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade Money Saving Meals cookbook.

CHOCOLATE-CHERRY DUMP CAKE

1 box (18.25-ounce) devil's food cake mix, Betty Crocker

1 1/2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling, Comstock More Fruit or Wilderness More Fruit

1 can (15 ounce) pitted tart pie cherries, drained, Oregon

1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts, Planters

1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, cut into slices

Vanilla bean ice cream (optional)

1. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. Pour cherry pie filling and drained tart pie cherries into an ungreased 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Using a rubber spatula, stir cherry mixture, spread evenly in baking pan. Spread prepared cake mix over top. Sprinkle with walnuts. Dot with sliced butter.

2. Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until cake layer is cooked through and fruit is bubbling. Serve warm with ice cream (optional).

Takes 10 minutes to prepare, 50 minutes to bake, and serves 12

Elaine's Vacation Plans

2009-01-21T19:00:00.004-06:00

Elaine is thrilled about their vacation plans for next week. They will go to Rivera Mayo Q. Roo, Mexico and will be in the Casita suites on the beach. She is so looking forward to the trip, but hasn't packed a thing yet. Get that bag packed, Elaine!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PAM!

2009-01-18T06:00:00.004-06:00

Everyone, Jan. 18th is Pam's birthday. Would you like to post a birthday message for Pam? You can by leaving a comment on this blog. Look directly below this post, click on the comments link, type your birthday message, click on the name/url button, type your name, publish your post, and finally your comment will be added once it's approved. Post your birthday message for Pam today.

Bernice Shares Pictures Today

2009-01-16T12:44:00.009-06:00

Aunt Jen and Uncle Bobby, Bernice's daughter and son-in-law, have fun with their niece Wren. Bernice, your little grand daughter, Wren, is really growing. So precious!

2009-01-16T12:30:00.007-06:00

Eve and Ernie, Bernice's daughter and son-in-law, help their daughter Wren with Christmas toys. Bernice, Wren is darling!

Bernice's Project

2009-01-16T12:07:00.006-06:00

Bernice enjoyed our visit to the Mud Hut so much that she is starting a new project this month. The Mud Hut offers lessons in mosaic design. Bernice will inlay a garden bench for her 'shade garden'. There are several steps, so it won't be ready until February. We'll see the finished product then. Check back to see a picture of Bernice's garden bench when it is completed.

Jan. 13, 2009-Papacita's

2009-01-13T16:50:00.008-06:00

Sitting on the left front to back are Bernice and Nelda. Sitting on the right side front to back are Susan, Elaine, and Marilyn.

Cool weather and hot Mexican food was just the right combination for the TPS Retiree group on Jan. 13, 2009. Members enjoyed the outing on a beautiful, but cool day. Elaine, our newest retiree, was greeted at her first time with us as a retiree. Those meeting for lunch at Papacita's were Bernice, Nelda, Marilyn, Elaine, and Susan. Members shared the news and left looking forward to the next occasion together.

Just A Quick Note

2009-01-02T08:32:00.005-06:00

Our next time together will be Jan. 13, at Papacita's Mexican Restaurant, at 11:30a.m. I have heard from several already and will send out a reminder email closer to the day. I'll tell you then who to watch for when you get there. Many of you have already sent your information for our information sheet. I am putting it all together and will send it by email soon. Look forward to seeing everyone Jan. 13th!

Followers of the TPS Retiree Blog

2009-01-01T19:23:00.001-06:00

Yes,today you could become a follower of this group. Are you a retired teacher? Are you a retired teacher in this group? Do you want to know when posts are added? Do you want to keep up with this retired group? Are you a friend of the members of the group? Did one of the members teach you? If you answered yes to any of the questions then you should be a follower. It's easy and only takes a few minutes. Just look at the link to join in the column to the right, click on the link, and complete the easy steps. Now, you are a welcomed follower!

Elaine Becomes A Member

2008-12-31T06:54:00.003-06:00

Elaine has become our newest retiree. She retired after the first semester of the 2008-2009 school year. Now that Elaine has joined the group we have eleven members. Welcome to the group, Elaine!

Sherry's Christmas Recipe-Surprises

2008-12-15T14:30:00.007-06:00

Sherry sends this Christmas recipe for us to try.

SURPRISES

You simply wrap crescent rolls around 3Muskateer candy bars and bake. Then drizzle a mixture of powdered sugar and water over them while they are hot. Really easy and good!

Susan's Christmas Recipe-Pecan Pie Muffins

2008-12-09T17:34:00.011-06:00

I wanted to share this recipe with everyone. It has been tried. It takes few ingredients and it's quick and easy to prepare. Well, that's my opinion, so you be the judge.

PECAN PIE MUFFINS

1 cup light brown sugar

1 cup flour

1 cup chopped pecans

1 egg

1 stick melted unsalted butter

1/2 teaspoon almond extract

In medium mixing bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and chopped pecans. Add egg, melted butter, and almond extract. Stir until well-blended. Spray mini-muffin tins with nonstick pan spray, and spoon the mixture into the muffin tins. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes. They should just turn slightly brown around the edges. Makes 24 mini muffins.

Yummy!

Dec. 8, 2008- McAlister's Deli and The Mud Hut

2008-12-08T17:20:00.022-06:00

Standing-Carolyn, Sherry, Pam, Nancy S.

Seated-Reva, Susan, Bernice, Nelda

New memories were made as the Tatum Primary School Retiree group got together. Eight of the ten members gathered on Dec. 8th in Longview. It turned out to be a great way to catch up on news, look at recent grandbaby and wedding pictures, and to share minutes as lunch was enjoyed at McAlister's Deli. Those retirees that gathered around the table were Sherry, Pam, Nancy S., Carolyn, Nelda, Bernice, Reva, and Susan. After lunch some members continued the fun by going to The Mud Hut to paint a Christmas ornament. What nice memories!

Christmas Idea-Santa's Magic Key

2008-12-07T12:27:00.007-06:00

This idea is for those retirees with grandchildren or for those retirees that have friends with small children. It is an idea for leaving Santa a magic key to get inside the house for those that have a chimney and for those that don't. You use an old key and attach the poem to it using some pretty ribbon. I will put two little poems, one that would go with a house with a chimney and one for a house without a chimney. Santa brings the key inside and either leaves it hanging from the tree or beside the empty cookie plate.

Santa,

We don't have a chimney for you to climb through,

But if you don't visit my house I don't know what I'll do.

Some say you are magic and can use any old key

As long as we hang it out in a place you're sure to see.

So we're leaving this old key right outside our door

Saying our prayers, jumping in bed, and we won't worry anymore.

And the other one for a chimney

Santa,

Tonight in the fireplace a few chestnuts we roasted,

We're afraid in your haste that your tootsies be toasted.

Down the chimney we fear you might come with a bound,

More than ashes and soot we are scared may be found!

With this key and your magic, you kindly old elf,

You can unlock the door without harm to yourself.

After leaving this key just outside our backdoor,

We're all snuggled in bed, and we're worried no more.

In the morning we'll thank you for gifts you left here,

And this key for your safety, we'll keep 'til next year!

Oct. 30, 2008- Cheddars

2008-12-05T18:50:00.002-06:00

We met at Cheddars in Longview for lunch. The weather was beautiful as we caught up on news and enjoyed time together. The members attending were Nelda, Carolyn, Nancy S., Reva, and Susan.

Sept. 24, 2008-The Butcher Shop

2008-12-05T18:37:00.001-06:00

Our group met at The Butcher Shop in Longview for the start of the 08-09 year. We shared news as we enjoyed lunch together. Those gathering together were Nelda, Carolyn, Nancy S., Bernice, and Susan. Reva and Sherry are our new retirees that joined the group this year. We were thrilled to have two more join us. It's so nice to have more than thirty minutes to eat lunch! Don't you retirees agree?

TPS Retiree Group Begins 07-08

2008-12-05T16:45:00.001-06:00

Our TPS Retiree Group gathered for lunch at the Butcher Shop for our very first time together as a retired group in Aug. or Sept. of 2007. During the school year of 2007-2008 we enjoyed getting together for lunch at various places and different towns in the area. Since we are a group of school retirees it is so much fun to meet during the week. To think our work days at school are over, we can meet and eat during lunch, and knowing we have longer than a thirty minute lunch break makes it even more fun! We had eight retired members in our group during our first year. Those in our group the first year were Nancy T., Bernice, Nancy S., Nelda, Marilyn, Pam, Carolyn, and Susan.

Teachers, Get The Edgar Award For Your Site

2008-12-05T08:49:00.024-06:00

Edgar has been resting for many years. It's time for him to get out and around once again. Since I am retired, he is at home on the TPS Retiree Group blog site, just hidden away. Maybe you found him listed on the awards for your site link at the T Is For Teachers Group or maybe you found him on a class site that he has been sent to. Would you like to receive this award for your site? If so, send me an email with the following information and the Edgar award will be flying your way.

When you have submitted for the Edgar award I will probably be asking you to put a link to the T Is For Teachers Group site or to the TPS Retiree Group blog since that is where he is posted. Hopefully, your class site's link is already on the T Is For Teachers Outstanding Class Sites link section. I will soon add a link to your site on the TPS Retiree Group blog. Look at the bottom of this page for other sites which the Edgar Award has been awarded to.

So now copy and paste the form below into an email to me and send information. My email is classyteacher@tatumtel.net

Your Name:

Your website:

URL of website:

Email Address:

Brief Site Description:

Edgar's Award Has Been Sent to-

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Stage for Learning

Mrs. Walker's Frog-Tastic Website

Mrs. Sobel's (Schear) 2nd Grade Website

Ms. Bock's Pad