Cabin Fever

For the past couple weeks, I've been trapped in doors as inches and inches of snow makes it impossible to do anything.

It's been a while since I've written, so brief update: I am a full time teacher! It's good and bad. I love my students. For the second year in a row, I was lucky enough to get a group of kids that I genuinely enjoy. However, in only my second year of teaching, I'm burning out. I can go on and on about all the things that have led to this (a headmaster that sucks the life out of her most motivated teachers, students not receiving the best possible education because of the lack of resources, or the multitude of extra tasks I am required to do outside of teaching my class), but that's not what this post is about.

I want to write about the things I am beginning to discover about myself while I've been SNOWED IN!

Thank God for Skye (my super wise best friend). She is the one person I can always count on to listen and help me work out all my issues. And right now I'm trying to determine what it is I want to do.

So, I am going to focus. I'm going to start writing again and examining myself. Looking internally and learning about who I am and what it is I'm going to be doing with my days. I hope you join me on this journey of self discovery.

First step: Read The Seat of the Soul by Gary Zukav

I was lucky enough to have a copy sent to me from Skye (Didn't I say she was supportive?)

My First Day of School..

As A Teacher!!!

My life has come full circle. Last Monday I went on an interview at the high school I graduated from. It has had a lot of turn over and there are only 2 teachers left who I knew. But the principal really seemed to like me and on Thursday she called to offer me the job!!! I was thrilled.


So I am now a Co-teacher of 9th grade English. I am so happy. I cannot wait for tomorrow when the kiddies arrive.

Wish me luck!!!

One More Night

It's my last night in Bermuda and I'm trying to finish a lesson plan. Well, right now I'm taking a break to write this blog. Firefighter is sitting beside me watching tv. It's so nice being able to do this with him at my side. It gives me a glimpse into what our future will be like together.

I had such an amazing time. Well, I guess I always do. Firefighter is always coming up with fun outings for us. Today we took a drive to one end of the island and then took the ferry into town, where we had lunch. He didn't tell me his plans before hand because he wanted to surprise me. I think it's funny that he knew how thrilled I would be to ride the ferry.

Okay, I'm going to finish my work so I can spend time with Firefighter. Graduate school is keeping me so busy!!!!

By the way, the title for this blog comes from Firefighter. He keeps singing the song, One More Night. It's pretty cute but funny. Lol

Back to School

Yes! You read the title correctly. I am once again a student! On May 17, 2010 I started my Masters in Teaching program. It feels absolutely great being in a classroom again. Posing for my student ID, way too expensive textbooks, pens, pencils, the discussions in class, lectures...I love it ALL!!!

I must admit. I am feeling a bit overwhelmed. It is a one year program so I am going to be very busy. I have 4 classes to complete this summer. I am halfway through the first 2 and it has only been 3 weeks. Before they end I have 2 oral presentations, several writing assignments and lessons plans due. I am trying to take things step by step because if I sat and just thought about how much I have to do in the next 3 weeks I think I'll cry.

In the September I start a year long internship at a high school. In October, I am expected to take over one of the classes!!! Yikes! Although I have my BA in English I don't think I recall much. How am I expected to teach a bunch of teenagers things I have long forgotten? I have a hard time just editing this blog!

The silver lining is I will be graduating in May 2011. Well, hopefully. That depends on whether I do a good job and pass all my classes. If all goes well, I will have my very own classroom in September 2011. Those poor, poor kids. LOL!

I almost forgot to mention. I  usually buy my books from Borders. They have a free membership rewards program and they offer coupons weekly. However, I discovered Amazon.com offers textbooks for a lot cheaper than my school's bookstore. I was also able to get free shipping. Just thought I would share this bargain tidbit with you.  :o)