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Monday, May 14, 2007

In an earlier post I mentioned that I graduated in December of 2006. What I didn't mention was what I am doing now. I graduated with a degree in Physical Education. Up until my last semester actually I had planned on getting my teaching degree and being an elementary PE teacher. Well, after being in the public school system and experiencing first hand what my life would be like on a daily basis I decided that teaching was not for me. I had the chance to experience several different schools and grades in several different towns and communities. After a bomb threat by a 5th grader, a knife brought to school, sassy teenagers, and an unruly 6th grade class I realized that my passion for teaching kids physical education would be laughed at, thrown in my face, and trampled on a thousand times over. In most cases teachers have no support or backing from the parents or the administration. They are in a fight all their own. It is quite sad actually. So, after many prayers, tears, and talks with my husband I decided to go ahead and graduate with my physical education degree since I was so close but without the teaching emphasis. As of right now (May) I am not working. I am enjoying being home and being a housewife. I am keeping my eyes open for a physical therapy tech job if one comes available, but I am taking my time doing so. I'm so thankful God has blessed Nic and I the way He has so that I am able to take my time finding a career.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Hi Natalie,
I hope you do continue to update. I enjoy knowing what is going on with you and Nic. Love you both. Grandma Bishop

Anonymous said...

Hang in there, honey!! God will open the right doors for you and your career path. I had no clue what I wanted to do after I graduated, but I am loving my job now....took me 5 years of "learning" and "experiencing" corporate America to find it, but it finally happened. I'll put this on my prayer list...love you!!