Laura Lately April 10, 2022

Hello! 

  Seasons are changing here in southern Missouri. Spring and winter have been dueling it out... so much so that Easter has slipped up on me. It still feels like March to me. ~smile~

  I have been substitute teaching since February in one classroom. I'm teaching reading, writing, arithmetic and social skills to students in a K-3 special education classroom. They are not severely impaired, but need help to catch up their skills to grade level. I usually have five or fewer students at a time. I like being able to address each child's needs. I'm using a lot of creativity, the skills I learned as a homeschool mom, and my old teaching degree. The kids are great, and I enjoy the teachers I work with.

  I began this teaching assignment February 16th. I thought it was for one day. When I got to the school, they asked me to work all week. After several week by week assignments, they asked me to finish out the school year. I said yes, because I have come to care so much for the students, and the staff has been so welcoming. I feel like this is an assignment from God. His ways are perfect even if I don't understand.

  In my free time, I've tried to keep up with dishes, laundry, and home responsibilities. I know I need to find a better process at home. I miss doing thrifty things, but this is a season. ~smile~

  Now I'm looking forward to the freedom summer will bring!

Be blessed!

Happy Holy Week,

Laura