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January 20, 2005
I Never Knew . . .
that teaching would be so hard. I have to mimic Lily and confess that I periodically subscribe to delinquent blogging habits. I started my second semester January 10th and I do not think I have slept more than 4 hours/night since last week. I practically pulled an all-nighter last night because I had a paper to write on rhetoric. So much fun! I do love what I do, but the teaching aspect - sans any experience - has totally shocked my system. I will go into further analysis on all of that later!
My running is still on the rebound; I managed to clock 40 miles last week, and I am on a pretty good track this week. I am 3 miles behind my shedule, but I am quite proud to be that close!! Running is starting to feel more "natural" and fun again - but tonight is going to be a surfing endeavor since Chicago is currently getting 4-8 inches of snow. My friend, C., is coming over in a few minutes . . . and we are going to surf 8-9 miles :)
This weekend I plan to increase my long run to 14 miles and catch up on sleep - which seems hopeless these days. I just feel so under prepared to teach that I end up totally over prepared. For anyone who has ever taught, the silence is awful. I don't think I have my method figured out - it all feels very awkward and contrived to me. I hate being in a position of authority because it is the antithesis to my personality. But some of the kids in my room are not exactly easy to teach - I have my work cut out for me.
I better get dressed for the cold and hit the roads before I get too comfortable in my toasty house :)
Posted by bridget at January 20, 2005 05:22 PM