I've been having some really mixed emotions lately. I love love love working in Princeville with the migrant children. They are lively, hardworking, fun, open to new activities, and challenging in many different ways. I wish I could teach these children, these 7 kids, for the rest of my life. This is my dream job.
In contrast, I'm moving to Nashville where my students will be high school age (not really my cup of tea) and not speak Spanish. I'm a Hispanic-lover, I know. I know that I'll be able to learn about an entire subgroup of the US by working in Nashville. I find that exciting and know it'll be ridiculously challenging. I have to relearn freshman algebra, english, biology, and world history. I might be learning as much as my students.
Am I scared about moving to a big city and not have a car? a little
Am I anxious to meet my housemates and students? absolutely
Am I afraid of the challenge of living simply? not at all
Will I miss salsa dancing and Forest Park Nature Center? more than you can imagine
Will I miss Peoria/friends/family? of course
Am I ready to grow and learn in my understanding of people, service, God? YES!
15 days and counting
I'm about as excited as you are. I know you'll have an amazing experience and I look forward to hearing the adventures along the way.
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