A Week I'll Never Forget

Greetings, all!

It has been almost a week since I've posted, and there has been a reason for that. And while I can't share everything, I want to share a little bit.

First of all, I did get my results from my scan. I had to call the doctor's office everyday, but I finally got an answer. As it turns out, the scan showed an ulcer. I already knew that, based upon what the doctor had said before, but I guess I had to have a scan to show me that. Yeah, truthfully, I was frustrated. I get to pay for a test that showed me something I already know. But, honestly, that's okay. There are bigger things in life to get upset about. So, I was put on another medication and I get to go on in the 21st for another test. Yes, the day before my Birthday I get to have another procedure! Yeah! So, if you believe in the power of prayer, please keep me in prayer. Not because I'm scared, but because I want them to just figure out what to do with me so that we can get this stuff taken care of. And, honestly, dropping the amount of medication I take would be a blessing. As always, I'll keep ya posted. Thanks in advance to all of you who are praying for me. I don't take that lightly, and consider it a blessing to have those around me praying for me.

In other news, I went on three field trips this week. Each day was different and a lot of fun. My favorite quote of the week was when we were at the Nature Center, and the kids were acting like little animals, and Mr. H. got onto the kids and said, "You're supposed to be thinking today! I knew that would be a stretch!"

I immediately started laughing. It's true. For his batch of kids, the whole trip was a stretch. Kids are used to going on field trips and just having fun. This trip was a stretch because it was basically an outdoor classroom. They really had to work that day. Yep, thinking was a stretch for those kids. I was with LostBoy all day, and he was stretched too. Honestly, it was an experience for all involved. It was a day I'll never forget.

I went on two other field trips this week, and I got to see National Treasure 2 twice this week. It is a very good movie, and I hope to get it for my Birthday this year. If you haven't seen it, I highly recommend it! It is a fun movie.

Finally, we had some pretty major stuff happen at school this week. Due to confidentiality, I cannot go into details. However, what I witnessed this week has made me ponder a great deal. I have thought for days as to what to post in this matter because while I can't go into details, this week has taught me a great deal.

I watched the staff I work with change in the course of about 3 days. I have watched fear, curiousity, and gossip take over the building I work in. I've been extremely pleased with some staff members who have remained professional in the midst of stress, and I've been disappointed in others as they have been sucked into fear and gossip.

I have worked very hard to walk professionally through it all. And, I have come to realize that it takes more effort to not get sucked into it all instead of just jumping in with everyone else. I have felt very alone at times because I wanted to do what is right and not let emotion take over.

I have taken time throughout this week to look at things from everyone's perspective. I understand how people are feeling afraid and curious. It's not all over with, and there's more to come, so I think Monday will be just as difficult.

I just pray I can do what's right, and remain professional in it all.

I have a poster in my classroom that states:

"Courage is doing what's right, even if you're standing alone."

I know that now more than ever.

Later!