Well I had written out a much longer post with some fun stories but its not ready to be posted just yet.
Life is still good here although this week was overwhelming. It was All Staff Orientation and being the introvert that I am, constantly being surrounded by large groups of people I don't know was draining. Coupled with that was stress of not having time to work in my classroom due to all the meetings I was attending. But Tuesday, after a few near breakdowns (still haven't cried yet which I find interesting), I was able to spend a good chunk of time in my room and with Tammy's help made lots of progress. And yesterday was much the same. Although both nights I was there past 9pm.
The Ford's arrived safely late last night. It was so great to see them and I will move into their house on Saturday.
Today and tomorrow, I will be heading an hour out of town for an all staff retreat.
Prayer Requests:
Please pray for me as we go on this retreat. To be honest, I'm not really looking forward to it, because of again the large masses of people I don't know. I have made many friends, especially with the four other new Elementary teachers. Please pray that I will be more outgoing and willing to talk with people as opposed to wanting to curl up into my shell. Also over there year, please be praying for me to open up and get close with people. I tend to keep my distance for a long time until I know I can trust someone, however this year, I want to build good, life long friendships with the wonderful people here. To do that, I can't keep my walls up, but I know that God can open my heart to let people in, despite my human tendencies.
Additionally, please pray for my stress level as the first day of school draws nearer, and I'm feeling crunched for time to prepare my classroom, rules and routines, and begin lesson planning. Pray I will lean into Him and on His strength not my own. Let tomorrow worry about tomorrow is the message I keep feeling Him speak to my heart.
Thank you for your prayers and love to you all!