Deja Vu

      Here's a fun fact. Two years ago I was exploring Boston and trying to figure out where I would start my grad school adventure. I was unsure and a bit apprehensive at the idea of moving somewhere cold, but I was trying to keep an open mind.

Now here I am, finishing up my last chapter of grad school in Indiana - another very cold state. (We have wind chill warnings until noon tomorrow of -30F. So. Excited.)

     I can't believe that in two days I will be meeting the fourth grade class I will be hanging out with for the next 12 weeks! Currently my stomach is twisted into knots and, honestly, I am very unsure if it is from nerves or excitement. Probably both.

    There's a lot of deja vu happening in this hotel room tonight. The trip with one parent to a new state. Gathering and securing supplies the day before I move it. The calm that surrounds me before said parent separates from me and flies home. (No, that panic will set in tomorrow, I'm sure.)

    I think what has me on edge right now is that I am once again starting fresh somewhere. I don't know anyone and I'm not fully sure what to expect. I know the basics of what I should do, but it will be a bit learning curve once I'm actually in the classroom.

    There is one small favor that I ask you, and that is for prayers and good thoughts sent my way. Prayers to easy my nerves, know when to keep my mouth shut, and when to be brave enough to put myself out there. Pray for the first week to go quick, for me to take criticism well, and for me to not embarrass myself or my school during the time that I am there. I'll be honest, I'm pretty bad at first impressions, especially when my anxiety is through the roof.  For all of these, I thank you in advance!

I'll let you know how it goes next week.

Until then,

Kaity



PS: Also, if you would like to check out my videos for the week, they are posted below. Barney's Big Adventure is less than a minute and the Chocolate Book Tag is captioned.