The time has finally arrived. I go back to work on Monday. I've been dreading this day just because I will have to leave Ava. I think that I need to *try* to change my perspective though. I have had 11 weeks to spend with my baby girl, one more than I had originally planned - bonus! I have gotten to learn her semi-routine, how to make her smile and how to bring her comfort. While I will miss her like crazy I know that she is going to get some amazing, quality time with her daddy. I know that she will be in good hands - and those hands love her just as much as mine do. It's hard not to be sad though...I know I will make it. You better believe I will be rushing out of those school doors as soon as I am able though. I've gained a new perspective in these past 11 weeks. Being a mommy will make me a better teacher I think. I believe that I will have more patience and more compassion for my students now. I might stop and think how my baby would feel in given situations. She has given me a new view on my day-to-day. On the same note, I will no longer be the first one there and one of the last to leave. (Not that I was there late every day, but those days are gone.) Perspective. I will do my job to the best of my ability in the time that is allotted during my workday - but I have another job now too. My job is to be there for my little girl and not miss those important moments. Of course I would stay home full time if I could, as would most of us, but I will take my time as I can. I will make the most of the moments I have. Perspective. So in 11 weeks my world has changed. I am in love with my baby girl. I am in love with my husband in a whole new way. I am excited to see the world through a new pair of eyes. Perspective. Do you have yours?
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