Back in the Boonies

The next 3 months are going to seem really long. I want to try to be positive and do more than just survive. I find it really hard to find things to be thankful for. Loneliness is hard to see past. But I'm going to give it a try. I've decided that this year is already a write off and I'm simply going to experiment for myself. The kids will catch up next year or will find that it didn't matter anyway. I still have a tonne of work that I put off and put off (that's what denial does to you). Hopefully, I'll get through that and not completely waste my students' time. At least now I know that I'm not meant to teach Junior or Senior High. I am an elementary generalist through and through. I also know that I don't like to be very far from shopping ;) even online shopping doesn't replace spending two hours to browse through a mall. I didn't even have to buy anything to enjoy myself. I'm definitely hoping for Edmonton next year - or back home, but I'll settle for Calgary or near other friends.

Please pray that I find simple joys and can bring a positive attitude to school. And also for a single grade classroom in Edmonton or Warman areas, preferably in a Christian school.

Mmm Mmm Good

I made our supper tonight. It was pretty good. Claret Ham Stir Fry with rice and some wacky cake for dessert. Sadly it didn't look quite as pretty as I was hoping (have some pointers for next time), but it did taste pretty good.

New Toy

Okay, my spoiled baby got a new toy last weekend and I'm finally able to post it :)

Home Again

Veritas and I have made it safely home. I don't know how we're ever going to leave. I'm certainly not looking forward to going back, but I'm going to try not to think about that. I'm home for now and have the opportunity to chill out and get some work done.

Going Home

Well, in 2 hours I plan to leave this no-horse town and head on home. I just need to do the dishes and try to get some marking done - I keep putting that off. Is it wrong to just give everyone 88%? It's just going to be nice to be at home where life feels more manageable. I still need to get a lot done. Job hunting season is descending and I need to make sure that I've got an application package ready. I'll miss Veritas this weekend, but in less than a week she'll be coming home with me. Yay for holidays so close together (boo for the next three months with one day off)!

Anywho, should get to work now...

Another Week Gone By

Well, I have now officially survived 2 months out in the middle of nowhere teaching what I wasn't trained for. In reflection, I have more days where I wish I would never have taken this job than days I'm glad my resume has something more on it. I don't know what it would take to make it better - other than getting my own classroom in a grade I'm prepared for. Even the Grade 12s were bad today. Usually they are fairly understanding, but today they were mad 'cuz they were making a simple cake that they're going to decorate on Tuesday. I could have just given them pieces of cardboard to decorate. Ah well, c'est la vie. I've got lots of work to keep me busy this weekend, but I plan on sleeping late tomorrow. I can't seem to get up during the week and I'm not sure if I've created some sleep debt or if it's just my body reacting to the stress. Guess we'll see if this helps.

For now, I'm not at the school and I'm content. I'll be even happier to go home next weekend and the following weekend (which will be the start of Easter Break!). Thank you all so much for your prayers and support. They are greatly appreciated.

Oh yeah - the weather has taken a beautiful turn. It was cold yesterday, but apparently it's +3 outside and supposed to stay around 0 all week! I'm definitely thankful for that!