BUCKEYES1's Journal

Haven't written in a while. Things have been so crazy around here. I made a "To Do" list at the beginning of the summer and don't you know, I put everything off until the last minute. But, I finally got through everything today since school starts tomorrow.  I finally got all of my pictures organized, I re-potted all of our plants, cleaned the house, worked on lesson plans, finished my book, and got a wonderful massage! And of course, my head is pounding!!!!! I know, I pushed it too much today, but.......I had to get the stuff done. Once school starts, I will be too busy.

Speaking of school, this is the first year I'm not excited to go back. By this time in the summer, I'm usually ready for the school year and pumped about getting back into my classroom. This year is different. I think I'm more nervous and scared that my pain is going to take over.  It requires SO MUCH energy to get through a school day. Working with 7th graders and their raging hormones makes for an interesting day as it is, let alone, dealing with chronic pain to go along with it.  I love the kids dearly, they keep me going. However, if I don't have a smile on my face or if I'm not "bubbly" all the time, they ask tons of questions. 

I have so much to do in my classroom. I don't have one poster on the wall and I'm in meetings for the next couple of days.  Looks like I'll be staying late to get my classroom looking good. At least my plants are ready to go!  I just hope and pray that I can get through this year. I'll take one year at a time. I just can't imagine not teaching. It is my passion and a dream come true! I do not want this pain to rule my life and take anything away from me.......like my "job".  Well, it's not really a "job" for me.....obviously I'm not in it for the money! ha ha

Well, tomorrow's the first day for teachers. That means I have to go iron my clothes and get to bed early. I hope it's a good, low-pain day!

Peace and teacher work days grease!