Rae I came home and had a productive afternoon, and by that, I mean I took a big, fat, juicy nap. I really needed that, especially with school starting back. I won't be able to sleep in for a while, or even sleep at all. This year big changes have happened and continue to happen. I have my own classroom this school year. I am no longer an aide. I am the one running the class, so I know sleep will go out the window for me, but that is good. With everything going on, I need to stay busy. My dog C.J. (Cooper Jr.) barks. "Want to go outside?" I ask him and barks and goes in circles in front of me. "You are so patient, come, let's go get some fresh air," I say and open the door. I water my baby boy's flowers, and I decide to smoke a bit while I am out here. I think about