Thursday, August 26, 2010
Sunday, August 15, 2010
First Day of School
Tomorrow is the big day, the first day of school. I feel like I could use another week to get my feet more firmly planted in the ground, but alas, there isn't that time. I still can't believe that I'm qualified to do this :S. My classroom has really come together and I'm happy with the feel of the space. It's organized, but yet still inviting and fun. I'm pretty much ready for the first few days of school, but there are still some things I wish I had prepared. More time is something we could always use.
I can't say that I'm really nervous... of course I'm concerned for a few things, but all together, I feel pretty good. It's almost as if I'm a fifth grader again coming into school for the first time. The same questions are running through my mind... What should I wear? Will they like me? What if they don't and I have no friends? Did I remember my pencils?
Well.. it's time for sleep. If anything, I should be well rested for the day. Prayers are always welcome. Thank you for your love and support :)
I'll let you know how it goes. *exits with backpack slung over one shoulder and lunch pale in hand*
I can't say that I'm really nervous... of course I'm concerned for a few things, but all together, I feel pretty good. It's almost as if I'm a fifth grader again coming into school for the first time. The same questions are running through my mind... What should I wear? Will they like me? What if they don't and I have no friends? Did I remember my pencils?
Well.. it's time for sleep. If anything, I should be well rested for the day. Prayers are always welcome. Thank you for your love and support :)
I'll let you know how it goes. *exits with backpack slung over one shoulder and lunch pale in hand*
Thursday, July 29, 2010
New Chapter
So it's been awhile since I've posted and a lot has changed! I accepted a contract for a 4th/5th grade position at Rehoboth Christian School in New Mexico and within a week and a half of accepting, I've moved to Gallup, New Mexico!! I was talking before about how I didn't have a plan, and this job sort of fell into my lap! I'm very excited for this new opportunity. I don't have pictures up yet, but I will, I PROMISE! Here's a written summary of what's happened so far.
1. The trip
Monday we drove through Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri and we spend the night in Oklahoma. We didn't encounter any problems except for the TORRENTIAL rain in Missouri. It was a little scary for awhile, but we made it through. Tuesday we drove through the rest of Oklahoma, Texas and entered New Mexico. We spent Tuesday night Albuquerque and had dinner in Old Town at a really good restaurant. We ate at a restaurant called Church St. Café, we sat on the patio under real grape vines and I had the best fajitas and sopapillas EVER. I've eaten more in the past two weeks than an entire month of the past semester. It's been great, but I think the hiking needs to be kicked up a notch. Anyways, Wednesday we made out way into Gallup just in time for more rain! Annnnd that's how we got to Gallup.
2. Accommodations
After coming to the school, I moved into the dorms on campus. It's about a stones throw away from the school and it's not so bad. The room is kinda small, but with my decorating skills, it has potential. They have a bed, a desk, and a few lamps for me to use. I'm going to pick up a new comforter tomorrow in Albuquerque which will bring it up a few notches. I don't yet if I'll stay here, but it's dirt cheap and would let me save. We will see!
3. The school
My classroom is so cute!! It used to be a lower elementary room so it has colored walls and is getting a new white board. It's small, but I don't need too much space. I picked up the curriculum books and have a lot of studying up to do. Luckily I'm familiar with some of it, but have some work to do.
4. New surroundings
Rehoboth is absolutely beautiful. The night sky is probably my favorite part. The sky is just bigger out here. There are so many more stars than there are in Michigan. I'm going hiking tomorrow night with one of the other 4th/5th grade teachers and I will post pictures later.
Remember to check out Flickr in the next few days! I'll update the blog a little bit later!
1. The trip
Monday we drove through Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri and we spend the night in Oklahoma. We didn't encounter any problems except for the TORRENTIAL rain in Missouri. It was a little scary for awhile, but we made it through. Tuesday we drove through the rest of Oklahoma, Texas and entered New Mexico. We spent Tuesday night Albuquerque and had dinner in Old Town at a really good restaurant. We ate at a restaurant called Church St. Café, we sat on the patio under real grape vines and I had the best fajitas and sopapillas EVER. I've eaten more in the past two weeks than an entire month of the past semester. It's been great, but I think the hiking needs to be kicked up a notch. Anyways, Wednesday we made out way into Gallup just in time for more rain! Annnnd that's how we got to Gallup.
2. Accommodations
After coming to the school, I moved into the dorms on campus. It's about a stones throw away from the school and it's not so bad. The room is kinda small, but with my decorating skills, it has potential. They have a bed, a desk, and a few lamps for me to use. I'm going to pick up a new comforter tomorrow in Albuquerque which will bring it up a few notches. I don't yet if I'll stay here, but it's dirt cheap and would let me save. We will see!
3. The school
My classroom is so cute!! It used to be a lower elementary room so it has colored walls and is getting a new white board. It's small, but I don't need too much space. I picked up the curriculum books and have a lot of studying up to do. Luckily I'm familiar with some of it, but have some work to do.
4. New surroundings
Rehoboth is absolutely beautiful. The night sky is probably my favorite part. The sky is just bigger out here. There are so many more stars than there are in Michigan. I'm going hiking tomorrow night with one of the other 4th/5th grade teachers and I will post pictures later.
Remember to check out Flickr in the next few days! I'll update the blog a little bit later!
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Goodbyes
"If it means a lot to you" A Day to Remember
After all of the excitement of graduation, it feels kind of nice to go back to work. I love my job so much, especially the people I work with, so the 40 hour week went by fast. This week wasn't filled with celebrations like the week before, instead it was filled with lots of goodbyes.
One of the hardest things about ending college is saying goodbye. People that you've built strong relationships with, maybe had a class together, maybe lived together, shared the same major, whatever it may be, all the sudden are gone. I hate the feeling of losing people, especially when it's not in my control. Leaving is the natural progression of how college works, you come, stay for 4 (or more) years and then leave. And even though you expect it all along, it doesn't make it any easier.
After all of the excitement of graduation, it feels kind of nice to go back to work. I love my job so much, especially the people I work with, so the 40 hour week went by fast. This week wasn't filled with celebrations like the week before, instead it was filled with lots of goodbyes.
One of the hardest things about ending college is saying goodbye. People that you've built strong relationships with, maybe had a class together, maybe lived together, shared the same major, whatever it may be, all the sudden are gone. I hate the feeling of losing people, especially when it's not in my control. Leaving is the natural progression of how college works, you come, stay for 4 (or more) years and then leave. And even though you expect it all along, it doesn't make it any easier.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Graduation
As of May 22, 2010 I finished my college education. I can't believe it. It was a hard 4 years, academically, emotionally, and spiritually but it was such a growing experience. I am so content with the person I've become and I can't wait to see what the future has in store for me. I'm searching for jobs and will be applying my little heart out this summer. Even though the job market it difficult I'm convinced that something will turn up.
I don't really feel old enough to be a college graduate, but I am and it feels amazing.
I don't really feel old enough to be a college graduate, but I am and it feels amazing.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Complete
"Bleed" by Hot Chelle Rae
So, after my final presentation today, I am officially finished with college! All of the assignments and the tests, FINISHED. I can't believe it... it feels so amazing.
I am going to enjoy this feeling.
So, after my final presentation today, I am officially finished with college! All of the assignments and the tests, FINISHED. I can't believe it... it feels so amazing.
I am going to enjoy this feeling.
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