deaning

I have returned to Upper Columbia Academy, this time as a dean. It's been a fantastic experience thus far. I love deep conversations with students, ranging from RA's to freshmen still adjusting to high school... I love the opportunity to coach girls' volleyball and occasionally sub for classes. Or in the case of this week, doing all three at the same time...

This week was challenging though. Someone needed to go home. And that was hard, beyond the long days I was working. It's hard because I care. About him. About each of my guys. I know this job will push me. It's already pushed me to give more of myself, to strive harder to involve God in my life and in my decisions. This is why I entered the field of education. I can't wait to see where I'll be at the end of each year...

no longer affiliated with california

They're off. The last telling signs of my past relationship with California are gone. No longer will I get blank stares or angry diatribes along Washington highways. Washington license plates now grace Gertrude (aka Granny) yet again...