In Loving Wisdom Linky & AZ Blog Meet up Reminder!!!

I am linking up with Deb Thomas @

The first year teaching is the most difficult. I would have to say that it really wasn't until my 4th year teaching that I began to feel like I had it down...(-; In this profession, you will often feel overworked, underpaid, and under appreciated. It sort of comes with the territory. You will work long hours, you will work on your own time and it will not be easy. You might get attitude from your spouse, who may not understand the responsibility you have chosen to take on, but do not give up hope and do not stop working hard. Do not expect people to give you recognition...it is rare! The way to know that you are doing a great job is through your students and their families. Parents can be difficult, but remember that you are the professional. Stay away from the lunch room gossip! No matter how tempting it may be, stay far away. If someone seeks to enrage a fire...tackle the problem head on whether it is yours or not. If someone comes to you complaining about another teacher, get that other teacher in the room and tell them both to talk to each other. That always stops the flame. If you are having feelings about someone, do not seek out the gossip queen for wisdom. Find someone you can trust who will support you, but also hold you accountable to your own actions - this is a true friend.
Create a board where students can put their love notes on for you...trust me...those notes can really uplift you on hard days because it is a reminder why you chose this profession.
Here is a letter from one of my 7th grade students that really touched my heart...she put a lot of thought into this letter.

Here is a plate that one of my Kindergarten students made me....It totally made me cry!! She even drew my curly hair and my high heels...hehehehe!!

Here is a sweet letter from a parent...the parent letters are treasures too!!

My last bit if advice to you...

In the midst of the business, remember to get to know your students, to listen to them, to be a good example for them and to enjoy them for the time that you will greatly impact their lives!!

Memories are forever!!

Side Note: ATTN: AZ Bloggers...

Our Blog Meet up is coming around the corner!! We need everyone's RSVP by Sunday night if possible. Click the button to see the details and how to RSVP. We hope to see all of you in Phoenix on Tuesday, July 10th!!