Happy 2025 – 2026! I started a new job at a new school. I’ve been a teaching assistant at Ketron Elementary for 1 week. I’m getting used to it. Being an assistant is a lot different from teaching. I’m trying to convince myself that I need the break!

The teachers love me, according to the principal, who I know from years ago at Central Heights. She’s wonderful and I feel like my greatest chance at getting a teaching job will come through her. I’ve made a few student “friends” too. Some wonder when I’m not there at just the right time and ask why I won’t be there when I’m not. All good things!

So many, many things still weigh heavy on my mind. I know a lot of people are still praying for us and I appreciate that more than I can explain. I have friends who need prayer and God knows about their situations. I just feel weighed down at the moment by a lot of things.

I did get the chance to travel with Mike 1 week during the summer. We had a really good week. It was nice to be in the truck with him again. He’s not had much time at home this summer, so we enjoy every minute we get. My fall break starts with our anniversary, so, if we can’t take a little trip together as a vacation, I’ll travel with him in the truck again. We’ll see what October brings!

Thanks for being my people! More to come soon!