Etc.

The day I got back from camp, I had my "see you later" party. C and C made it such a special time that I'll always be grateful... especially the video that was made for me. To have people who know you so well that they know what you will love is just one of life's biggest blessings.

Miss J was able to come, too (she reminds me of a Boston EB and so I'll miss her tons), and she gave me this totally teacher-y folding rolling crate with a telescopic handle from Staples. She cracked me up because she then proceeded to tell me that you can get accessories and doodads for it. I think I have officially crossed over to TeacherLand. I don't know if I'll buy accessories for my crate, but it's my crate, and I will treasure it with books, materials, and other student-related paraphernalia... while looking all educator-nerdy, I'm sure. :)

C also gave me a very (very) generous Barnes and Noble card to help me get my classroom library up to par. Of course, my heart wavered, and I started to cry because of the constant reminder that I am being looked out for... and that people care this much about me. (But I won't get reflective; I'm trying to take a break from that for awhile).

I can't wait to get all these books that will really enhance my professional library. There's a book on Ideas on How to Set Up a Classroom Library and a few other teacher books that have been on my Wish List now. I haven't been able to buy these for some time now...

Watch out, books.

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I'm exhausted. With the help of some wonderful friends, I packed up the moving truck yesterday. Everything is gone now.

I can now start planning the first days of school... and start organizing in my head what needs to be done. C's mom offered to drive down (from Richmond area) to help organize my room, so I think I'll take her up on her offer. I know others will want to help, too, so that'll just be a bunch of fun times. :)

The New Teacher Institute starts next Wednesday, so I think I'll have a more clear idea on what to expect, curriculum-wise, at that time.

Until next time,
- Miss Chelsea :)