Whew....

Today was my last day teaching my 4/5th grade students in the long term substitute teaching position. The last two months have been challenging, but also a time to give back to the students as well as my colleagues. I have have learned more about teaching and what it takes to be an effective teacher. I have learned that being a long-term sub at the end of the year can be very difficult and can throw lots of curve balls. I have learned that I need to pray for my students everyday and for those that I work with. I have learned that God puts people in places to learn and grow from. Thankful that I have been able to share in some great conversations with Christians who work in the public school system. I have learned that God has given me an ability to honor Him in all that I do. I am working for Him by serving others in all that I do. I learned that I am not to be glorified by the work I do, instead give Him the credit, BUT also say "you are welcome" or "thank you" when someone gives me a compliment.  One thing that I learned which probably wasn't good was that I am an emotional person. I was one who did not like to cry in front of others or show my true emotions. Well, these past two months brought out this side of me. I am not saying this is bad, but I need to work on this!!! ;)


I continue to seek the Lord what He has in store for me next. The Lord only knows and I wait for his perfect timing to be revealed. As for now, I am allowing God to work in me and to know what God wants me to do during this waiting period and how I can serve others. I still have one more day at school to finish loose ends, but look forward to some downtime with the husband. Look forward to our trip next week to Bellingham. Look forward to our trip to Disneyland. Look forward to our trip to Wenatchee. Look forward to visiting with family and friends from Sacramento. Look forward to relaxing and seeking our great God for what is next for me to fulfill His will for the life He has given me.