November 13, 2008
I got up (waaay too early) this morning to proctor a test for the husband of my students. She’s German and he’s American, ex-military, taking internet classes from a community college back in his homestate of Mississippi. I must have mentioned during a conversation with my student that I liked Dr. Pepper, because they bought me a 12-pack of Dr. Pepper as a “Thank you!” for proctoring his test.
October 10, 2008
Let me explain my problem, and then I’ll let you offer your suggestions. I have a long and sordid history with the drug, caffeine. I’ve tried over and over to cut the habit, but I get withdrawal headaches. Plus, even if I have managed to climb on the wagon, soda and coffee is all around me. Especially in America, in the land of free refills, it is very hard for me to say no. (Here, it is a little easier. I just drink beer instead. It costs the same and is perhaps a bit healthier than pop.)
