Here's a quick little project I whipped up with the girls the other day. I think it turned out so sweet that I had to frame it. You can find a tutorial here - the hearts are actually hand prints (mine and my two daughters) and it makes me smile every time I see it. Thanks for listening. You are the best.
Wow. So much going on for you. Sending hopes and prayers that something perfect comes along for you!
Posted by: Corrina | March 25, 2010 at 12:42 PM
Sounds like you're so much better off out of there! I wouldn't worry about interviewing elsewhere we have all been in schools where there were crazy people, the phrase, "it wasn't a good fit" if pretty useful!
Good Luck
Posted by: BethC | March 25, 2010 at 03:16 PM
IMHO it sounds like you worked for a bunch of passive/aggressive people who really were happier to fit you in a box then let you blossom as a teacher. I feel that you weren't really being mentored...by what you've said here it seems more like they were shaping you in their image.
I think that you are such a giving creative soul that them stifling your spirit like that was a horrible disservice to the children you were teaching. I know that there is a school out there looking for a caring person like you.
I will continue to pray for a wonderful door to open for you…a new job that you will love and that the people there will respect and allow you to grow as a person as you nurture the minds of our children.
The hearts are beautiful. Such a stirring testament to the love that surrounds you and the deep friendship you have with your two wonderful daughters.
*hugs*
:)
Posted by: Ruinwen | March 26, 2010 at 05:03 AM
That whole situation sucks rocks. It sounds like that place is just a den of drama and you're better off without those people, but I know how you feel. I went through pretty much the same weirdness when I left roller derby.
Maybe there are some after school or summer programs in your area that are hiring or something?
Posted by: Elabeth | March 26, 2010 at 12:57 PM
Whew!! Glad you are all out of there! Hoping another door opens for you and things work out. ((hugs))
Posted by: Zonda | March 26, 2010 at 08:23 PM
Good that you got away from that. Hope things work out soon for you. Sending good thoughts your way.
Posted by: Micky | March 27, 2010 at 08:25 PM