Our Ever Changing Life Update

The only thing that stays the same is everything changes. I just have to laugh sometimes at our crazy story. J had a one year post-op appointment and got the “all clear” from his doctor. Within a week my husband had reached out to his old capitan and was hired back as an EMT. He’s currently on his 3rd shift back into this crazy lifestyle. This means for 2 days each week I’m back to single parenting the kids and maintaining the household. I still count my lucky stars that my parents are across the street and able to help with the kiddos. When it’s just the 3 of us we enjoy dinner wherever the kids will sit and the kids play on the shower floor while I rinse off. The kids have a blast FaceTiming dada and think it’s so cool when he turns his face into a dinosaur. I’ve had a major twist in my career as well. I was recently approached by my former principal about an opportunity to be a teacher at a local elementary school. It was with a heavy heart that I let my current coworkers know that I won’t be coming back. We had formed a tight bond and over my short time with them we have held each other during hard times and celebrated successes together. If I could have my cake and eat it too I’d stay. I love those people with all my heart. But, unfortunately I can’t pay bills with love. I am excited and nervous for my new endeavor in the public school system. I get the chance to work with friends that I’ve known for 10 years and FINALLY get to be on the same schedule as them. Also getting the chance to work for my first principal is awesome! He was a great principal when I was in elementary and I have deep core memories that I still tell to this day. J and I were talking just last night about how we finally feel like this is the “good part” the accident and rehab is behind us, the financial strain can finally subside, and the kids are thriving. It feels like we can finally take a breath and actually enjoy life instead of feeling like the rug is going to be ripped at any moment.

With this new adventure comes a new school theme and “an empty canvas” classroom. If you are able to help with my wishlist I would greatly appreciate it and I know the kids will too! My main goal is to make a difference in each student’s life and push them to be the best version of themselves that they can be. I hope my family’s story shows them that you can conquer anything with love and perseverance.

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