Joy

First of all, sorry I've been MIA. But let me just tell you, it's been for good reason. This has been the craziest week. Lots has happened since I got the job but I know what you're really waiting for is what I've been wanting to tell you...
I LOVE MY JOB!!!!
I can't even begin to tell you how amazing the past three days have been and how much I absolutely love everything about my job. Each day I've come home and Brandon's been asking "Was it still as great as yesterday?" and I just keep saying YES!!!
Things I love about my job:
1. The kids. I love being in the classroom and getting to invest in these wonderful little people. I love that they are excited about school and I love encouraging them when they aren't. They are so cute. 15 little cuties. 11 boys and 4 girls. Oh how I already love all of them.
2. My classroom. I know all the credit goes to my teacher but this room is AWESOME. It's organized and clean and bright and beautiful. There's a place for everything and I already feel at home. I have my OWN desk with a picture of me and my wonderful husband on it and it even has some flowers and a card (picture below) from my cooperating teacher last year (who is the other 1st grade teacher) and her little girl who is my class. It was so sweet.
3. My teacher. She is young and sweet and excited about the kids. Everything she does is for the kids. She takes time to explain things when they don't understand and I can't imagine her ever yelling. She is just the sweetest. I am SO thankful to be in a wonderful classroom with a great teacher. I know I'm going to learn so much. I really hope I'm here again next year!
4. My hours. I LOVE getting up in the morning and being done by 3. It's the greatest thing ever.
5. My school. (Which is basically the PEOPLE in my school) They are so welcoming and I already feel like part of a family. I love knowing the kids from last year and having kids run up to me and shout Mrs. Leslie with a hug.

Overall, I just can't say enough about it. God has brought me from a place where I would feel like being a teacher's assistant was not good enough and I am just finding all the reasons to be thankful for where I am. I get to work with an amazing teacher and really enjoy getting back to the classroom without being overwhelmed with having my own. I know this season has it's purpose and I'm glad God is giving me a clear picture of how it's all going to work out.

Not to mention all the exciting things coming up at school. The kids voted on pet week as their reward for filling the jewel jar and I'm making Brandon bring Layla to school next week. She's going to LOVE it and I'm going to love showing her off. Also, we get to go on a field trip after spring break AND the kids have their K-2 play coming up.

Did I tell you I love my job???

Brandon and I are off to dinner with the Tuckers. So excited. Haven't gotten to know them like I've wanted to and tonight we're changing that!!