Sorry I haven't updated this since Monday. My intentions are to blog everyday, but since I don't have internet yet at my apartment, I am having to come to the public library.
On Tuesday, I went to Erwin just to drop some stuff off, and found out that I was supposed to be going to meetings all summer. I had no idea. I also found out about a meeting that I had to attend yesterday (Wednesday). Needless to say, I was not a happy camper about missing all the other meetings. I felt so out the loop, and even more down about the job than I was before. Tuesday night, Calla and Grace came over for brownies and strawberries to celebrate Calla's birthday. We had a great visit, and I stayed up WAY too late.
Wednesday morning came, and I was not looking forward to going to school. When I got there, I immediately ran into a mentor teacher who showed me where to go. Once in the room, I realized how lucky I am to be at this school. There are 7 new teachers, including me. That's quite a few new and happy faces at this school. The other teachers in the meeting were the mentors. Each grade level has a mentor, and then special ed has a mentor. All the new teachers introduced themselves. I am by far the youngest teacher at the school...a little scary. There are other brand new teachers as well. Everyone seemed so excited and ready to get started. All my butterflies flew out by the end of the meeting, and now I can't wait to get started as well.
This how I know I am supposed to be at Erwin---I was getting ready to leave the school yesterday, and I stopped by to tell the lead mentor I was leaving. We began talking a little about my personal life, like I am only 21 and graduated in 3 years. Right before I walked out of the door, she stopped what she was doing, and turned to look me in the eyes. Mrs. Melvin told me how happy she was that I was at Erwin. She said she was excited to see happy and excited new people and she knew I could make a difference. This is just the encouragement I have been needing! What a relief I felt. God does answer prayers!!!
So, now I am ready to talk about today. It's my last day of summer!! I slept in this morning. I am waiting on Cassie and her friends to decide where we are eating lunch and then I am off to enjoy my last day of no responsibilities! :) YAY!
I ask that you pray for me tomorrow as I sit through all the meetings and find out what my duties will be this year! I pray for strength and this feeling of excitement to last.
Stay tuned for tomorrow's update...
