Every new beginning comes to an end...

This was around mothers day... Well, my first year in fourth grade is in the record books. These kids have touched my life this year! Hopefully, there are a few who received my efforts for greater things...I just appreciate their love even though I would consider the expectations to be quite tough. I think it is tough for kids to see how much you care sometimes because your content is so difficult. I have already been thinking about next year but will definitely be giving myself a much needed break for a few weeks before I begin making preparations. It is strange for some to think that I am truly passionate about my job...but the kids make it all worthwhile. All this being said...bring on summer break! Ha TODAY WAS WONDERFUL... I spent the entire day outside with ChloeJo. I do not share enough about how much I love being a mama. Yes, there are trying times but I really feel ChloeJo was the ultimate gift to me from God. People say that but I really believe it. She is such a blessing to me. She is a teacher with plenty of visuals of how I probably was with my own mother as a little girl...because I always wanted to do it my own way, too. I allow her to try it her way sometimes. I remember that feeling of being discouraged many times. My mother had three other kids though, so there just wasn't time to allow for it. I accept her independent nature. I even love her when she continues doing things her way because in those moments I totally see my younger self. She is tender hearted but strong willed just like me. Cleanup time is not her strong point. She will do anything for candy and chips. She doesnt want you to think she is listening but tries hard not to get in trouble. Probably not the best sharer because she is an only child. And that temper when she is trying to do something...comes from her daddy. Heehee My favorite thing about today is I didn't even have to warn her about the wooden spoon. Because I love this little bundle of doing things her own way, we certainly have our moments of learning valuable lessons. The good thing is she has a big heart. When she needs guidance and discipline she is sad she did wrong. Today filled me up with God's love. I am so thankful He made me a mama.