Several of my students stopped by today to give me a hug, wish me well, and say good-bye. Others asked about when I might be bringing Leah by for a visit. Still others gave me a hard time about leaving in general.
What makes me laugh is that I don't think many of these same students would make the same effort to say good-bye if I had stayed until the end of the school year. Often, especially with my juniors, my students leave the last class without saying a word of parting. Yet now they're saying good-bye or telling me that they wish I would be returning to school. Why is that?
I will certainly miss certain aspects of teaching, but you know, it's rather liberating knowing that I'm done grading papers, writing lesson plans, dealing with apathetic students, or talking to parents. I'm done. Finished. What freedom!
One last pregnant picture: 40 weeks and 4 days...
9 comments:
Congratulations! I know how much you've been looking forward to this day. Great job Mrs. C now onto your role and career as Mommy C. :)
Congrats - I'm sure it felt like this day would never get here. Tomorrow's the big day! Can't wait to hear all about it!
Good luck tomorrow! I'm so excited for you and Scott both. The both of you will make awesome parents! Let us know when Leah gets here. Maybe we can make a trip out to the hospital to visit!!! Have a great day tomorrow and you are in our prayers!
I am thrilled for you! You have worked so hard on behalf of your students and I know your impact is farther reaching than you could imagine! Relax and enjoy every part of this next phase of your journey! Praying for all three of you tonight and in the days to come!
My dear "Pretty Heaarts"...Hard to believe that I had you as my first grade student. I am so very proud of your accomplishments and so very happy to hear that another "pretty hearts" will be arriving soon. Thank you so much for keeping in touch. I am now retired and a grandma of 12...or is it 13? I love you very much. Love, Mrs. "B"
I'm so excited for you and Scott (and I've already told you how I feel about the whole thing)! Can't wait to hear all about it and see the pics. of this sweet baby girl. :)
Jen Johnson
Heather: Julie, Sophia, Tyler, and I wish you the best today. You guys are in our thoughts, and we look forward to what the future holds for your family. Kids are awesome. Don't stop now. :)
...and yes, the kids would have acted EXACTLY the way you stated if you were simply ending the school year in June as normal!!
Congratulations Heather! Blessings as Leah enters your family!
Do any of Heather's loyal readers have any news to share? I haven't heard yet from my old contacts at WSHS. Thanks.
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