Check your baggage at the door

I had an incredibly horrible Sunday night which ended up creating one of "those" days for Monday. Those who I spoke with know what went down. All that I'll say is that I broke down over shoes. I couldn't find my boots in the morning and I just started crying hysterically. I know it wasn't about the boots, but I guess that event was the seal breaker. Now I can laugh at myself because I must have looked like a 5 year old, sitting on my staircase crying over my boots. It was definitely hard going into school, especially when I had an observation ad well. But I did my best to calm down and look presentable. I put on my game face and walked into the office but I was definitely still feeling really crappy. However, the moment the kids walked in with smiles, I knew I had to let it all go for them. It's definitely a hard thing to do but you just have to tell yourself that no matter what's going on, there's nothing you can do about it at that very moment so you just need to let it go. Also, whatever the case may be, the kids need you more. I still can't believe I lasted a few weeks ago when I was extremely sick. It was so bad that I couldn't stand up on my own. I was either holding myself up with one of their desks or leaning against the chalkboard.

Realize that the moment that you step into class, you now have a great responsibility and must put your life on hold for others.