Another year at school has started and September is almost out of sight! I cannot believe how fast my life is moving these days! School started (3rd, 8th, and 11th grades) and I started subbing right away. We have one vehicle, 2 jobs, 3 different schools, gymnastics, soccer, soccer, part time jobs....needless to say, I'm a busy woman with not much time on her hands these days. But I don't quite long for the lazy days of summer just yet. I'm rather enjoying this crazy mixed up life, as frustrating and busy as it is, I am living the life I always wanted. When things get too crazy and I want to stop and cry I'm so exhausted....I think about how much I wanted kids and everything that goes along with it and I smile. We are all happy and healthy and staying out of trouble...what more could I ask for at this point? More money, a 2nd vehicle...maybe! LOL
New job..new me? I have found a job that I rather enjoy and get a lot out of actually. I didn't think that existed for me. I felt I was doomed to just never being happy having to work for a living. Since we have not struck it rich and I can no longer afford to live in the lap of luxury and not work (luxury, funny word! LMAO), I went back to substitute teaching now that school is back in session. However, I started subbing as a paraprofessional in the Special Education Department. Fancy word, paraprofessional, isn't it? It means, I assist a professional in their job. In this case, the job is teaching and I assist the teacher and the students in need. I don't have to have a teaching degree, but they do prefer some college. It doesn't pay nearly as well, but the job is just as satisfying without all the headaches! I feel like I'm making a difference and I get to be creative. My days are never the same and I'm always learning something new. I leave each day looking forward to coming back. That has never really happened for me as far as my so called career. I'm applying for the permanent job today, so wish me luck girls!
I bet you are wondering if I'm still going to the gym, aren't you? I AM! I make it in there at least 2-4 times a week depending on the schedule and I'm doing more physical activities with the kids outside of the gym. And since the beginning of summer, I'm down...drum roll puuuleeeeeezzzzzz.....20 lbs! I'm doing a real low carb diet plan and no sugar, for at least 2 weeks now and counting. My carb cravings stopped after day 2 and I have to tell you my blood sugar has evened out and I feel pretty good. We'll see what next week's weigh in has to say....stay tuned!
