102 Days

Today was the 102nd day of school.  I know this because I got to see many of my elementary schools celebrating the 100th day mark on Tuesday.  It's hard to believe it's really been that many days!  I asked one of my kindergarten students if it felt that long, and he said, "It feels more like a million".  Well said, kid.  Well said.  This same student told me back in September that it's easy being bad, but hard being good.  I guess it's true when they say that everything you need to know you learned in Kindergarten. ;)  Lots of wisdom there!

And speaking of days at school, one thing we haven't had this year is any SNOW days!  My district took 22 snow days last year.  TWENTY-TWO!!!!  While I'm not complaining with our mild winter, I would really love one or two days to stay home in my pajamas and drink coffee while watching the Today show.  Yes, we make these days up.  And yes bad weather is usually inconvenient, but it just feels weird to not have had much snow this year.  I want some snow!!

But in all seriousness, I've been so blessed by my internship this year.  I am finally at the point where I feel very comfortable in my role.  I have made connections in all my schools, and I'm getting to know the kids so well.  It's hard to think about leaving at the end of the year -- I know I'm getting ahead of myself, but it's not all that far away.  I'm beginning to think about jobs for next year, and that makes me think even more about graduating.  It will be very bittersweet to leave.  I continue to learn so much, and I love love love my job.  I love the flexibility, the variety, and all the ways I get to work with kids, parents and teachers on a daily basis.  Mathis took a hard look at our student loans the other day and called me in a panic.  It's certainly taken a lot of time, hard work and money to get our degrees, but I wouldn't change a thing.  I feel very passionate about what I do, and I can't wait to learn even more.