“That which enters the eye will never leave the heart” --Chinese Proverb

Every once in awhile, the universe shifts. You learn new things about life and your role in it. Amazing how life is so sweet right now. I’m incredibly lucky and blessed right now, the world is ablaze in hope and dreams of the future. It’s strange how perspectives can change within only a few months and it is even great being back at work.

I’m in the second week of the third year of teaching, and like any experienced teacher will say, it gets easier every year. I’m more organized and the professional respect has increased exponentially from my first year. The students know who I am, what to expect, and it’s really great. It’s nice when parents from a few years ago come up and thank you for the work you put in a long time ago. There is a part of me that wants to stay a teacher forever, and I’m strongly considering trying for a year in ABQ to see if it fits. The first year, I was so concerned with the technical aspects of teaching and earning respect, and now, I am able to focus on the needs of my students and trying to help them in whatever way it is necessary.

And I’m dating someone very special. I can honestly say that he has changed my opinion of men for the better. I’ve always been overly critical and picky with men, and this guy has exceeded every expectation I have ever had for a man. There is tangible chemistry between the two of us, and sometimes it freaks me out how great and amazing he is. The most wonderful thing is that he truly cares about what I think and say and is very proactive in scheduling activities while being vocal with his thoughts. He has a great perspective on the world and I find him fascinating. I constantly want to be better for him. When I am away, I miss him. When he is away, I miss him. It’s crazy because I’ve never experienced that! After some disastrous dates this past May, I honestly thought I would never date again. I was exhausted and distressed with every date I went on. I was sick and tired of putting my best self out there and never experiencing a true connection.

In other news, I have, after four months of holding onto the application, applied to adopt a rescued lap dog. I think I’m ready to have a pet. Hopefully they think so too.

The world has shifted.