First FULL Week of Classes... DONE.

This past week was filled with smiles, laughs, frustrations, restless nights lesson planning, anxiety, joy, surprises, tears, and hugs.

So much has happened that I'm not sure where to begin...
Monday: 3 classes.
Tuesday: 3 classes.
Wednesday: 2 classes + English Plaza, Lunch Meeting
Thursday: 2 classes + English Plaza
Friday: 2 classes + English Plaza, Lunch Meeting

On top of that I had my students schedule time to meet with me one-on-one just to chat about classes, family, hobbies, music, and goals after TIU. It was some of the best moments of this week... I get to see my students in class, but we are covering material and they are talking with classmates. I get to check-in sometimes in the beginning or after class, depending on time. It reminded me of why I am a teacher. Not for me, but for the students. I really enjoy spending time with them and talking to them about where they are from and what they want to do with their lives. {inspiration}

I received a surprise package from my sister. It was filled with yummy treats and goodies. I love oatmeal, and she sent me some! It is a wonderful surprise. Another surprise is that I will have my first visitor next week. Yes, my partner is going to fly 12 hours to visit me in Japan for 10 days. :) {motivation}

Amongst the stress and 12 hour days and working on the weekend and grading papers at home... I have a lot of positive things going on, and I need to keep those close to my heart.