Stress from Work

Well, here I am typing. Can't sleep in and have been laying in bed for over an hour and a half trying to fall back asleep.

I decided to bite the bullet and get up. I can't quit thinking about work. My children this year are so emotionally needy and have such problems they deal with on a daily basis. Couple that with having 26 and trying to make up for life's deficits and it becomes overwhelming at times. I just want the best for them and try so hard to meet their emotional needs so we can get to the academics.

We have also, as a staff, had to change our planning and as a team, plan on the computer for two of our five planning times a week. This leaves very little time at school for prepararion and kindergarten prep takes forever because of all of the hands on activities. Oh well, this too shall pass.

I have to go in today to get finished for next week. I was already slow as anything getting ready for the week as it was. I get even more stressed when I start the week feeling like I am not ready. I like to have everything I need completed and at arm's length! So, I will be off giving up even more of my personal time than I should, but what is a dedicated teacher to do?

It is raining here which we need so very badly. Today I must try and focus on my many life blessings. They are truly abundant. I am so grateful for my family and the love we all have for each other. I do not know how people survive and find the will to push on in this difficult world without the love and support of family. I pray for those who have strife between each other to find a resolve and a calm that can only come from God's love and all knowing grace. May peace be with you and yours today and always.