Today was a very special day, as we received a blessing for our new place and although we kept it simple-it was nice to finally breathe and feel like this is ours. The American Dream that my parents worked towards to but didn't get to finally happen. It might seem silly but when you grow up with people judging you, changing your home address to go to better school districts, and constantly sharing your personal space-reaching this goal is a milestone. I have had many setbacks due to my personal situation-but I finally feel that I am reaching the dreams I pushed aside too many times in the past. What it means to work hard are a trait gravely imprinted on me and my sister. My parents work hard and still were unable to reach their goals. Just because we live in America, it is a hard fact that not many can live the American Dream. As an educator, that is a struggling truth that our society has failed to support the working family. It also hurts personally cause that was my family.
As I begin year 10 of teaching, it is quite interesting that I am getting lazy with my planning. I am aware of what I need to do, but this summer and past school year took a toll on me. I promised myself to not add more to my caseload-but silly me has a new task this year. I am excited to share that next summer I will be able to teach aboard for 2/3 weeks after I finish my coursework for this semester. It had always been a curiosity to teach abroad, so I am glad I took this risk and was given the opportunity to do it. Overall, summer is over. Here comes school again.