Finally, I get to get back to work this Tuesday. It's been a long wait, so I'm happy to be going back. It'll be interesting to see if the same subs are there form last year. I wonder if any got regular teaching jobs...or if anyone just flat out quit. I wouldn't blame them if they did...but clearly I am sticking it out as long as it take. What choice do I have? I changed my entire career path almost 8 years ago to get in to teaching. Has it paid off? Monetarily, no, not really at all. But at least I enjoy what I do now...even if it means putting off the rest of my life a little (or a lot) longer. So, let's get the new year started!!!