A little something different today; a quick blog post from work. Don't worry, it's before start time, so I'm on my own time :)

An update regarding my 'experiment' with Cialis. As my testosterone levels are approaching zero, my hot flashes (and cold flashes) are becoming more extreme and more frequent. To make matters worse, I've broken out in a horrific rash from the Cialis. I called my doctor, and I'm now off the medication. My sex drive, sadly, matches my low testosterone levels, but I've got a fabulous, supportive partner who worries not about the small stuff (perhaps I shouldn't use terms like 'small stuff' when I'm talking about the penis?).

So, I'm taking lots of Benedryl and itching like a banshee, especially when I'm wearing clothes (which is, sadly, most of the time...). The combination of hot flashes, itching, and drowsiness from the allergy meds have created quite the exacerbating combination. No matter. There are a lot of people out there far worse off than I am. My heart goes out to each of them...

As for me? Well, the Benedryl is helping the itching, I'm wearing a polo shirt today in lieu of a shirt and tie, so the extra air flow really helps. Now, it's time to get ready for my students, so I will have to bid you farewell.

I hope each of you has the best day possible.

I'll close with some words from one of my college students. At the conclusion of each course, students fill out a formal survey on their experience. Here is what one of my students said:

"Mr. P made learning about statistics easier than expected by adding humor, real life examples, and teaching it at a level even first graders would understand. He took the time to explain, answer all questions, and provide us with tools and great feedback."