Red Tape

The boxes are unpacked and we are settling in to real life now. Jonathan started his new job and it is going well so far. He likes his boss, team, etc. Our benefits through his company are really great so that is a huge blessing. Some hobbies we were excited about trying, but weren't sure if we could afford, are included in our wellness package. The company is all about preventative, so we get perks for staying healthy and active.

There have definitely been ups and downs though. Things with my job have been nothing but red tape and waiting. When I applied for my Maine license it seemed that everything would transfer easily since both Maine and Ohio were part of the "interstate agreement". And almost everything did--- except for one lowsy Praxis test. Between Praxis tests in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Ohio and now Maine I think I have more Praxis tests than any teacher ever. I'm not worried about passing it, it is just expensive and time consuming and annoying. I did have an interview with a principal today for subbing and she said that I will be able to stay as busy as I want to be because they need subs. So that is good news. And who knows what subbing will lead to.

At the end of last school year, I printed off a picture of the class I had and on the back I wrote Jeremiah 29:11. And I told myself that whenever I got frustrated or impatient with things, it would serve as a reminder that God's plan for my life is way better and more perfect than any plan of mine. If things last year would have gone MY way I wouldn't have had the best year of my teaching career. Sure, I'd rather be a "real" teacher than a substitute and I'd rather not have to take another test, but it was a sacrafice I was willing to make to have this adventure. I know God's plan for me is the best there is so I will rest in that.