Monday, February 28, 2011

Back to Work

Today was my first day back to work and I'm exhausted!  I forgot how it felt to be on your feet all day without a nap!  Today was much better than what I anticipated.  After a minor break down in the morning (before the kids arrived) the rest of the day went very smooth.  Once the bell rang and kids started flooding the halls I was filled with ease and embraced with many hugs.  That's the great thing about my job... there is no other job that you can return from a horrible experience and see 22 smiling faces and receive 22 bear hugs all within the first 10 minutes of your work day.  I love my second graders they make me feel so loved!  They kept me moving all day long and there was probably not a 15 minute period where I didn't have a little one coming up for more hugs.  I made it through my first day back and yes, I am going back tomorrow!  Thank you to everyone who sent me warm wishes.  Your thoughts and prayers truly helped on this hard day!

And of course this sweet face was on my mind ALL DAY!


Posted by Marissa at 5:43 PM

8 comments:

  1. EmilyFebruary 28, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Marissa,

    I knew you would make it through! And now the hardest day is over! We only have a few more weeks, then we get to go to the lake!!!

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  2. KatieFebruary 28, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Marissa,

    So glad today went well for you! I was thinking and praying for you! Hope tomorrow goes just as well :)

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  3. KristyFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Marissa,
    So glad to have you back at PVE! :)
    One day at a time...praying for continued strength for you (and Pat).
    Love and hugs,

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  4. Katie MankusFebruary 28, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Marissa, you were in my thoughts all day! I'm in awe of your strength each time I read your blog and appreciate everything you share. I'll continue praying for you, Pat, and beautiful Paige! I love you and I'll always be here for you!

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  5. StaceyMarch 1, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    It was so great to have you back at work. There has been a missing piece in our team for the last 8 weeks, and now we are again complete. You are an amazing person. We all love you and are so glad to have you back "home" at PVE. Remember, I'm just right down the hall whenever you need anything.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    I knew you could do it. I'm so glad the day went well. I know all of those little hugs help. You have a great "team" who all love you as we do!
    One big HUG!
    Love Mimi

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  7. AnonymousMarch 1, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    I hope the 2nd day went as well as the first!!!! Stay strong girl!!!
    Love,
    Nicole

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  8. AmandaMarch 4, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Marissa,

    We are so glad you are back at PVE! We missed you very much, and I know the kids did too! I know this has to be a very tough transition for you, but please remember that we all love you and are here for you! If you ever need anything... to talk, a shoulder to cry on, or just someone to watch your class for a minute so you can take a breather, I'm here! You know my extension!

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