CH-CH-CH-CH -CHANGES!

Well, I know that "change is hard." And "change is good." And "change is inevitable." But, how do you know if change is right? I guess that's where the whole "leap of faith" thing comes into play. I have recently accepted a job offer in Cherokee County Schools so that I can work closer to home and in the same school district that our kids will be in (I'm planning a little ahead - I know, me, plan?). I was hoping for a "speech utopia" type of school, but ended up with a Title I (lower socioeconomic status students) school instead. So, I am obviously nervous about leaving my current job and moving to the new job - but, it feels like the right thing to do. New coworkers, new students, new room...the uncertainty of it all is overwhelming. But, as cheesy as it sounds, Oprah had her last show this week and she, too (I'm sure) is experiencing some of the same feelings as I am. One of the quotes she ended with was "I believe every single event in life that happens is an opportunity to choose love over fear." So - here's to choosing love!

One year ago today...

One year ago today the world lost an amazing woman - my Grandma. I think of her often and miss her everyday. I am thankful for all of the moments we shared together and know that she is in a better place with the love of her life, my Grandpa. Here is a poem I wrote for my Grandma T. when she passed:

Milanos

To some it’s just a cookie or a snack on the go,

But for me, it’s a reminder of you, who helped me to grow.

With a touch of chocolate, some say it’s perfection,

To you I am forever grateful for your warmth and affection.

Savor every bite, for before you know it it’s gone,

But you’ll be here forever, in mind and spirit, from dusk until dawn.

A piece of heaven, some say of these sweets,

Watch over me from there, until again we meet.

Love you Grandma!

Juggling

So, I can't literally juggle - at least not very well. But figuratively, I think I'm pretty good at it. I am able to keep a few balls in the air, and then I think "why not add another one?" Some people may think I'm crazy for all of the things I have going on in my life - school, new job #1, potentially a new job #2, tennis, family and friends, taking care of my fur-children, and being a wife. I think I'm crazy too, at times, for all of the happenings I have going on in my life. But to be honest - I don't think I'd want it any other way. Sure, some extra "down time" would be nice occasionally, but when it comes down to it, my busy life provides me with all of the things I have. Not necessarily all of the material things (but yes, my jobs help pay the bills!), but the sentimental things. I have the opportunity to further my success in my career through continuing my education. I have the awesome ability to help children and adults communicate! I have the ability to fulfill my competitive nature with a game of tennis (and get some exercise, too!). I have an amazing support system that is my family and friends. I have the pleasure of being loved unconditionally by my fur-children. And most of all I have a best friend and the love of my life that drives me crazy (good and bad)!  So yes, my life is often insanely busy...but that's the way I like it! Just think of what it will be like with children!..
 
"Life life to the fullest" - Ernest Hemingway

                                         

Here goes nothing...

Well, I hear this whole blogging thing can be therapeutic. Not that I am feeling the need for therapy, but everyone can use a little therapy in their lives, right? I find myself enjoying reading other peoples' blogs, too, so perhaps others will enjoy reading mine!

Here's to blogging!