So today turned out pretty well compared to how it could have turned out had I let doom and gloom take over. We had a terrible night sleeping. I went to bed later than I would have liked and then Baby M was up like 5 or more times and R had a terrible nightmare that caused him to freak out and therefore, wake me up. My alarm went off at 6am and I felt like I hadn't slept a wink. Instead of starting the day off on this bad foot I decided that I was going to make coffee, have a big mug, and just decide that I was going to have a good day.
It was really cold today, like -13 degrees this morning and so I went out to my car to start it up early so it could heat up and low and behold it would not start. Again, I could have gotten all upset and let it ruin my day but instead I went in and woke up R and started getting the kids ready to put in his car so that he could drive me to work. I luckily had plenty of time to deal with this situation and still be to work early. I was not going to allow anything to bring down my morning. Having a bad day is just how you react to things that happen. I chose not to have a bad day and in the end my day turned out really great. I subbed in a 4/5 split classroom and the kids were awesome. The teacher was so organized and her lesson plans were so great!
I got a really nice compliment from another teacher at the school I was at today. She told me that they (all the teachers) think I'm fabulous and offered to keep me in mind for a sub job next fall. She's pregnant and due in July so she's planning on taking the first couple weeks of school off. It made me feel really good that I have built a reputation for myself, now I just wish that I could land a long term position this year!
So all in all I chose the day I was going to have today and it is possible when everything seems to be going wrong to still have a wonderful day! Here are some pictures that I promised. I love that just looking at my kids puts a big smile on my face, how could you not have a good day after looking at them?? (I know, I'm biased :) )
2 comments:
Seriously cute children! This is a great post, I will definitely try your approach.
I am a firm believer in the power of mind over matter! I am always telling S that he really does have in choice in whether or not he let's certain things bother him - and its so true. I glad you had such a good day :)
Your boys are so cute! Baby M is just adorable :)
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