It was a gray day on Monhegan today.... we have been so lucky with such gorgeous, sunny Fall days that I actually did not mind waking up to the sound of rain and the sight of gray clouds. I feel less frantic to get outside on gray days and seem to slow down my pace a little... that is always a good thing now and then.
Although it was dark outside our school was bright and alive with activities today... we had September BINGO tonight (this makes our 25th BINGO game) which always brings lots of laughter and fun. I so appreciate our loyal BINGO players and just the simplicity of the night. I think we could host BINGO in our sleep at this point.
I also love this photo. Everyday I find myself being SO grateful that I get to have my best friend and canine companion as apart of my school and you know what is even better? How much my students love this puppy dog. That brings pure joy to my heart. All schools should come with dogs.
And lastly this photo... I just can't put into words how much I love this classroom. I remember the first time I ever stepped foot on Monhegan was for my interview for the job. It was a super gray and drizzly day, the boat ride was awful, the island was not as majestic and stunning as everyone had told me it would be and I remember thinking, "This place may not be for me." But then I walked into the school. It was bright, colorful, alive, and exciting! I could sense happiness, community, and fun as soon as I walked into the door and I have to say I still feel that when I walk into my school everyday. I love everything about this school house... the big open room, the beautiful wooden floors, the tall windows with ocean view, the mini kitchen where we get to bake and store goodies, the bulletin boards that are always plastered with student work, the mess, the chaos, and the fun. It will be an honor to always know that this was the first school I ever taught at.
It is now time to jammie-up and drink some tea to soothe my post-BINGO-goodie tummy ache.
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