We started back to school today. We don't have students until Monday, so today was full of meetings and getting our classrooms ready for open house tomorrow night. I was sad to see my summer end, but honestly, for the first time in many years, I am truly excited to begin this school year. I'm breaking out of my comfort zone by sponsoring the Academic Team this year, as well as taking on the role of Social Studies Department Chair. I'm always so afraid of things...I have pretty awful self-esteem and I am always so afraid of failure. I have realized that it's time to stop worrying so much about what other people might think of me. So what if I don't really know what I'm getting into...I'll learn.
And now an unrelated topic. Today, one of my childhood friends buried her sister. She was 30, and leaves behind a loving husband and a precious 4 year old son. My heart has hurt for them since learning of her passing last week. She and her husband where in Memphis to attend his grandfather's funeral. On the morning of the funeral, her husband went to wake her and she had passed in her sleep. The night I found out, I was afraid to go to sleep. I prayed that God would not choose to take me from my child at such a young age. It's just another reminder that tomorrow isn't guaranteed...cherish every moment with those you love.
I really hope to stay on top of this blog. The next few months will be crazy busy, but I'm excited! Let's do this!
Valerie
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