When Fears Are Smashed

Today was the day a year ago I first heard the diagnosis of "depression..."

And today, a year later, my fears and insecurities have been smashed. I am standing on top of them as the victor.

It was a full day- I had music methods this morning, where we did some group lessons. Ours went very well, and then we had a "final" quiz (our original methods courses are now ending this week.) Anyway, I got an A on the lesson plan and on the final recorder quiz! :)

My day always starts well when I get to teach reading.  I started off with a dramatic reading of "Hattie and the Fox"- now, I saw how much my students loved it when I changed my voice for the crazy hen giving a warning, so I really beefed it up today. I had so much fun, and they were in tears laughing!

The rest of the day was great- I had recess duty today and did not have my whistle, so my voice is a little worn out from doing a lot of hollering, but it was fun to be outside with my students.

Then, at the end of the day, I had parent teacher conferences. It had been a long day, but it was a blessing to meet, greet, and share the growths and strengths of the children with their parents.

After that, my co-op gave me my final evaluation! Out of 56 questions to be ranked 5 to 1 (five being the highest, one being the lowest), I was ranked "5" on 54 of 56 questions, the other 2 I got a 4!!!! Who would have thought a year later, I would be having such successes and celebrations? She wrote many nice things, but the final one said:
"Without any hesitation, I would recommend Dylan for teaching in a primary classroom. I have been delighted to work with him."

Fears are smashed! I CAN do this! And I AM good at it!

After that, I had my final evaluation period with my supervisor. He gave me 56 out of 56 fives!!!!!!!! I was on cloud nine! He also wrote so many great things, but at the end he said:
"Dylan has wisdom beyond his years. After serving as a teacher and principal for 41 years, I would be overjoyed if Dylan were to join my faculty."

Fears are smashed! Again, I CAN do this! I AM good at it!

I also am thinking this week about my schedule starting Monday. I am really, really looking forward to it, especially my continued ministry in this classroom on Tuesday/Thursdays! Basically, teaching preschool or first grade in the mornings, and classes in the afternoons! Here it is:

Fears are smashed! I look FORWARD to each day!

Also, I am really looking forward to Fall (Autumn) Break this weekend, Thursday night through Sunday. I will be heading home just to escape, take a brain break, relax, and rejuvenate to be ready for next Monday! It will be great for a personal get away! I need it!

Who would have thought a year ago that a year from now, fears would be smashed? I would be doing so well? It really shows- God will see you through anything. You CAN do it!