Time to go back

Its that time again...back to school. I have completely mixed emotions this time. While I will miss my two little guys beyond belief, I know teaching is what I am meant to do. I went in for two days last week and felt right back in my element. I am super excited for all the challenges that lay ahead with my students. I cant wait to make an impact on yet another set of lives. My children were lucky enough to be born into a stable home filled with love and many experiences. Many of the children I teach are not so lucky. So I feel it  is my responsibility to be that for them, even if it is only for a few hours a day. With that said, Im ready to go back. There will be tears when Luke and Jake go to Miss Debbie on Monday but when I pick them up they will be smiling as always. We feel blessed to have Debbie in our lives. I do not questions the boys' safety or happiness during the day. I know I am making others feel safe and happy during the day. So it's time to start my 5th year of teaching...excuse me, what? 5th year? Yes...oh how time flies!