My new sense of direction!

The weather has been cool as of late. As usual, I take my walks on the mountain, sometimes I'll take another one in the evening around the track, and this is the time I take to clear my brain of all the mental chatter going on. My mind is constantly working. In fact, what blows peoples' minds is that I can type out a thought faster than I can voice it--unless I get VERY upset. Then I need the "special clapper"...You know--that running joke where someone says, "Help! I'm talking and I can't shut up!"? Oh well. That's life...

Yesterday I worked as a substitute teacher again. The good news--my certification is ACTIVE and such! I can now get a J-O-B! But subbing does pay well. Working with the kids enabled me to remember what it was like to see them light up when they achieved something! A special needs student was so excited that she made a lap around the track that she had to hug me and tell me about it! God! I hope I get to go to the Special Olympics the next year!

With that in mind, I am going to take the certification exam for all level special Education. That is where my passion lies. I can work with the TAKS requirements and STILL teach the curriculum. After that I plan to pursue a Master's Degree. I have not yet decided which field to focus on, though. I can do English, Curriculum and Development, Administration, etc...I am simply not sure yet. My goals are changing and I now have a new sense of direction.

I also am coming out of what I call "Sergeant Mode". I like it. I can be myself for a change--meaning I can dress nicely and wear make-up again! AND I might let my hair grow out longer...Have a great week! I know that I am!