First of all - marriage. We got MARRIED!! It's been fabulous and he is more understanding, helpful and caring than I ever deserve.
Here's just a snapshot from our beautiful day:
Secondly, I am beginning what I will call my second year of teaching. I am absolutely in love with my class this year. They are the perfect blend of innocent while still questioning the things around them. I have loved getting to know them over the past nine weeks and getting to interact and laugh with them. I can't tell you how many times I've had to stop in the middle of sentences just to break down in laughter. It sure makes the days easier when you know that's what you're walking into each morning. I also love the challenges they present me with. I have been able to stretch myself already so much as an educator and feel like I am (hopefully) making that difference that I strive to make.
I love the people I work with and the bonds and relationships we have formed. I'm not quite sure how I could make it through the long weeks without them there to laugh and cry with!
Finally, after next week I am starting my long awaited 2 week fall break. This week has been absolutely crazy busy and I only anticipate it to get crazier with a whirlwind trip to Cleveland to attend my brother-in-law's wedding. I'm eager to find time to rest, get caught up for the next 9 weeks and just spend some time with the husband! :)
