Blondie in the Bronx: April 2012

Two weeks ago was spring break for New York schools. It was incredible to have some time to sleep in and catch up with some things. My mom came to the city to spend Easter with me and I had some time to go back to Syracuse and spend the other weekend at her house. I was able to take my friend Zachary with me because we both needed to get out of the city and around some nature. We were able to spend both days outside on hikes, and drives in the country. Also, we went by the store I used to work at, J Michaels, and see some old friends. It was so nice to spend time at home eating home cooked meals, driving my car again, and playing games with my mom and step dave. It really was such a refreshing weekend.

As for student teaching I continue to love my class. I am in a fifth grade class and the kids are brilliant. They amaze me everyday with how hard they work and the insight they have with different lessons. I have currently been teaching a writing unit on how to write a literary essay. It should all come together in the next week and in two weeks we will have a publishing party! I'm nervous with how everything will end up, but I think these kids will just continue to blow my mind (keeping my fingers crossed).

I only have three more weeks until I graduate, which is kinda insane. I spent two days this week traveling to interview for different nanny positions. One is up north of the Bronx, and the other was out on Long Island past Queens. Both positions have their pros and cons and I really have to consider all the options before I decide on one. It's crazy to think how different my life can be in just 2 months from now! I'm so excited!

Yesterday, I completed my final test to earn my NYS teaching certificate! I was a little tired but I think I did well and passed. I should know in about a month :) Ahhh! I can't believe this process is finally over!

Well, it's Sunday and that means I get to spend the day cooking, cleaning, lesson planning, and catching up with blogs :) It's a little rainy here in the city today, which makes staying in and getting things done that much more enjoyable. I love it when it rains in the city.