Strange, we're already into the second week in May. There are nine more instructional days of school, though four of those are only half days. I can't believe it. I've survived my first year of teaching. Yes, there's plenty to get done between now and then (e.g. finish my PTP portfolio, so I get certified!!!), but I don't just see the light at the end of the tunnel: I'm a mere few steps away from it. And then summer! Oh glorious summer that I have worked so hard for!!! My plans include going to Edisto, Archdale/High Point/Greensboro, Boston, Germany, and Israel this summer! I am SO ready. I know I will come back a much better teacher for having taken this break.