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Well, I'm still here. Barely. I took the opportunity to bring Smiley to an out of town doctor's appointment rather than have to re-schedule again. It's not like I have a job next year, so why not? Orthopedic doctor says everything looks fine and reccommends P/T twice a week, beginning the summer I'm off. Now to find someone who can see him that often that isn't two hours away.

After returning home, I turned in my application to the local school board. Next step is contacting the principals of the schools I'd like to teach at. Also, trying to wrap up some projects for school.

I read a very interesting explanation on why suffering is necessary. It comforted me a bit, as I know He will get me through it. In summary, suffering patiently is a way of sharing a bit of Jesus' passion. Suffering is from God. We must pray that He give us the strength and patience to get through it, and (if it's in His will) to deliver us from suffering. It's hard to let go at times you're in such pain, but if you lose your faith, what's left?

I guess what hit me hardest about my job is I felt I was serving God by teaching at a Catholic school, rather than just being their for a career.