| | There are two types of teachers in this world. Those who got bored with months of time off and those who didn't. I definitely didn't.
Some teach because they absolutely love the kids. Others teach for the incredible pay and benefits. Still for some, the profession satisfies an unhealthy apple fetish. For me, however, it's all about the summer. And why wouldn't it be?!!?
This summer meant sleep, long prayer walks, and cooking. Movies, gardening, and rebuilding relations with my family. Soaking up sun, guilt-free late nights, and relearning piano. Quiet times without watching the clock, roadtripping to NJ and visiting friends on the way, staying in my pjs until I felt like changing. Learning to obey God when I really don't want to and it costs me relationships. Seeing more of Austin, lunches with friends, painting.
So, here I stand, at the end of it all looking back with fondness but looking forward with excitement. Although the summers off truly do squelch any desire to enter the business world, I also just love my job. I'm looking forward to spending my days with 17 six year olds again. They bring a sense of joy to the day that my old 26 self has lost somewhere along the way. I'm looking forward to seeing lightbulbs turn on, toothless grins, and a million hugs a day. I could also use the pressure of knowing that nearly 200 little eyes will be watching my everymove, soaking in the details of my daily walk. Lastly, as one of those annoying morning people, it will be nice to wake early again to the monotony of the routine that I thrive on.
So, don't feel bad that I have to work again. I will be okay.
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| | Posted 8/16/2006 9:12 AM - 22 Views - 0 eProps - 0 comments
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