A Little Break

I haven't been much into blogging lately. If you know me well in real life you'll know that I've taken on a half time teaching position at my school until June. As someone who is a big believer in staying home with my kids, this may seem a little funny but I think it was a good decision for us for a short period of time. Next year I've reduced my contract to one day a week, basically to hold onto my seniority (teaching is a pretty tough field to break into these days) but primarily be home with my boys. It's kind of crazy to think there are only two more years before kindergarten begins...I have many thoughts about schooling brewing in my head so stay tuned for a post about that one! All that to say, I don't have a ton of free time on my hands and the time I do have is being filled with more important things. (For more on that, check out this great article for parents.) I've been enjoying being back at work. I work with an awesome group of people who are tons of fun. Three cheers for hour-long lunch breaks! I love working with students who are new to the country, teaching them English and watching them learn at a crazy fast pace. But working outside the home is busy. More busy than I want to be and as much as a big part of me craves that kind of work and loves the break...because let's be honest, my days teaching are WAY easier than my days at home...it's helped to reaffirm my decision that overall I need to be home. This time is so short!

I always feel on the verge of shutting down this blog. I have a lot going on in my head and sometimes I wonder why in the world I need to share it. If you've followed me from the beginning you'll know that occasionally I go through these periods of insecurity. But I've always said this blog is just as much for me as anyone else. A place to write down my thoughts and look back and see how I've evolved. And if a few of you want to come along for the ride, why not? So here I am. I don't have much to say today, at least not thought-provoking, except that I'm still around. If you're still around too, I would love to know! Leave me a comment, say hello! And stay tuned for more deep thoughts, or at least my random thoughts!