Today I think I'll focus on the positive. In the past I've been a glass-half-full person, but this fall I'm especially prone to the negative. Yes, my whole world was shifted when I was moved from reading resource to a classroom. I really wanted to be positive and think it would be easy. It isn't. I have high expectations for myself and I need to cut myself some slack. I'm always telling my students and children that I have never met anyone who is perfect. I need to listen to myself.
So... today I give myself permission to celebrate all that has been fun and exciting around here!
Cookie Baking Fest
My girls and five friends helped bake and decorate many varieties of cookies. My husband played holiday and Broadway songs on the piano. Everyone was laughing and making messes until midnight. What fun!
Most Energetic and Sweetest Class
I have 19 sweet, kind and energetic students this year. We are learning along together, every day. One of my sprites, G, told me before break, "I told my dad that all you want for Christmas is for the kids to listen." Yup, G, you get it! A is one of our more reserved and gentle boys. His favorite Friday tag line is, "I wish we didn't have weekends. Then we could stay at school." Maybe we are becoming the school family I hoped for!
Rest, Relaxation and Family Time Highlights
- Not one alarm clock has been set during winter break
- Only one school-related nightmare
- Family game night with my best friend from grade school and her family
- Enjoying holiday lights in our neighborhood and the arboretum
- Time to blog, pin on pinterest, and read like crazy!
Wishing you a wonderful 2015! May we all find the positive in all situations.
