Monday, August 17, 2009

First Day of School

Well, it was the first day of school today. It went pretty well. I have been praying for confidence and I had this wave of confidence come over me. It was really reassuring. My 1st class was tough because I didn't have enough for them to do, but I tweaked it and it was great the rest of the day. I am WORN out though! It was hard getting there at 7 and getting home after 5. I had to do laundry, feed baby, and I am now doing more school work! Everyone says that the 1st year of teaching is the hardest. I hope I can make it through my first year. The work never ends.. except for on all those breaks! woo! I just have to keep my eyes on the prize! Labor Day. See you in 2 weeks.

Here I am on my first day.

When I got home today, the house was empty. Neil and Bennett were out shopping for me a "CSHS" plant in green and gold. Bennett is even wearing a "see ya later gator" onesie! They are so sweet to think of me. It was a great way to end a VERY long day. I love my boys!
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12 comments:

  1. Erinn August 17, 2009 at 8:23 PM

    What sweet boys!

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  2. YitinAugust 18, 2009 at 8:20 AM

    Too cute!

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  3. LeslieAugust 18, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    That is such a cute pic of Neil and Bennett! He does smile all the time! Glad your first day went well!

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  4. Grumpy PantsAugust 18, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    I'm glad everything went well, I'm sure your students are going to love you.

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  5. ShanaAugust 18, 2009 at 11:40 AM

    I am so glad it went well for you! You are always in my prayers friendy!!

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  6. TheFancyFritterAugust 18, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    Yay! I'm glad your first day went well! You are the cutest teacher & I bet you are so fun! I love your cute bag too! :)

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  7. AnonymousAugust 18, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    Ya'll are just too precious!

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  8. LynsieAugust 19, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    so sweet!!! SO GLAD IT WENT WELL!!!

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  9. Grumpy PantsAugust 21, 2009 at 4:46 PM

    Hey, I found this post and thought you might get some more ideas for your classroom: http://kristi-kikiscorner.blogspot.com/2009/08/my-classroom-makeover.html

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  10. LindseyAugust 21, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    Thanks Kelly! Cute classroom!

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  11. KellyAugust 22, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    Glad your first day went well! What sweet boys you have!

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  12. the caterpillarSeptember 3, 2009 at 9:02 PM

    hey jones!
    ok so i myself have decided to pursue a career in teaching. i start my classes next tuesday to get certified to teach. i want to teach elementary art. i'm so nervous thinking about my first day! any tips send my way! congrats!!
    -catherine

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