Miss, not Misses!

This is a phrase I wear out by the end of every school day, as I am incorrectly referred to by most of my students as "Mrs. Montoya." I respond with, "Mrs. Montoya is my mom," which is startling news to them. Usually one know-it-all child will perk up and explain that I am not married, and am, therefore, not a "misses." There have been some great statements following the clarification.

• (hand on hip) "Why aren't you married? You really should get married."

• "Will you ever get married?" "I hope to, one day." "Oh. When will that be?" "When I am in love with someone." "Oh. When will that be?"

• "You're not married?! But you're tall!"

:)