So I had every intention on updating my blog every week of teaching....yeah not so much. I am a new sort of tired and between trying to figure stuff out and actually doing stuff I just don't have the energy. HA! All in all my first year hasn't been terrible. I love my job and I love what I do. I work with some awesome teachers and they help make the days more bearable. I think I am finally finding my rhythm and for that I am very thankful! Hey, it only took me 9 weeks. I am learning a lot about myself and learning limits I didn't know I had. I had to learn to let some things go, I've had to learn to time manage better, and I've had to make things work when situations are not ideal. I've made it through 9 weeks, two ARD meetings, a walk through, and my formal evaluation. I'm still alive so I guess that means I will survive. There are so many things I am wanting to learn and have to realize that it will take time to learn those things, but people who know me know that I want to do things perfect from the start. The best part about teaching is when you see progress and when you see those "Ah-Hah" moments. I love those and they never get old. I love watching my students grow academically, but more so as people. I get the privilege of teaching some of the most caring and amazing kids and they make my day better. Most of the time anyway (they have their kid moments) I still have days when I second guess myself and feel like there is no way I can keep going. Then you have those people who pick you up and keep you going in the right direction! I am very thankful for those ladies!!!
