I wish I didn't have 80 research papers to grade.
I wish I didn't have to teach while I am trying to grade 80 research papers.
I wish I didn't have daily work to grade on top of trying to grade 80 research papers.
I wish the State Assessments were over.
I wish, on top of all of the above, that I wasn't trying to direct a play at the same time.
I wish I had time to read my favorite blogs.
I wish I had time to blog myself.
On the other hand...
I am running again three times a week.
I am walking Baxter five to six times a week.
I am eating healthier.
I am fairly relaxed: my classroom has been fun and the students are cooperative.
I feel strong and healthy.
But on the other hand...
I have lost three former students in the last 30 days:
One died in a car accident. (age 42)
One died of health problems. (age 33)
The latest one was a suicide. (age 21)
My heart aches for all three families.
It hurts for their friends and teachers, too.
I believe I will get through all of this.
I believe I will dig my way out.
I wish it would happen: sooner rather than later.
Hoping in Him
7 months ago
2 comments:
I agree- I wish state assessments were over. The tension seems really high this year since we came back from Christmas break- I think it's the combination of state assessments and all that is being talked about in Topeka. BJB
Sorry to hear of your recent losses Mrs E and all your hard work :-(
At least Baxter is getting out and about. My husband is working away at the moment and I am really struggling with poor Alfie on my own. He would love lots of walks.
Hope your little granddaughter is doing well x
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