I once had my hand slapped during a computer inservice.  The instructor was clearly irritated that I wasn't catching on fast enough and stopped me from pushing any more keys.  I was so embarrassed.  It always seemed strange to me that teachers are expected to be patient, loving creatures, but they aren't always treated that ...

Does Hallmark know that January 23rd is a special day?  I have never seen a card for National Handwriting Day.  Perhaps you are supposed to take a pencil or pen in hand and design your own!  No, it's not a stay in bed and relax kind of day.  It's a day to ignore your computer and cell phone and communicate the old ...