Today, day 1 at my new school, I find myself questioning everything. My teaching ability? My class' previous teachers ability? My sanity at returning to the classroom after maternity leave? Why did I leave the safety of my previous school? So much questioning and being critical of myself and others made me just want to get home, cuddle the little people in my life and have a good old cry.
When my 5- year old asked if I had had a good day and why I looked sad I truly didn't know what to say. I explained that Mummy had found it hard today being away from him and his brother and that the children at school were not as eager to learn as I was to teach them. His wise words, cuddles and general loveliness made me realise a few things:
- It's day 1, it was never going to be the dream day I had hoped for.
- Things can only get better from here on in.
- I need to be realistic!!!
So from tomorrow I shoot for the Moon but if I reach the stars I'll be happy.