i was just reading some of my past entries. reflecting on how things have changed in my head, since i took my job.  how things are going so much better. so much smoother.  I do plan out 2 months at a time. & do the prep work in bulk.  i've found it easier (or know the right places to look for ideas) to come up with simple cute ideas.  I don't really think about the class until sunday night - when i wonder if i have a book & craft ready or do i need to do any prep.  I think about it briefly on monday night before bed & that's it.

it's really wonderful.  I really needed to give myself the permission to have a learning curve.  Now i'm over it & think i'm doing great

But reading over the summer stuff- i wanted to reflect that it was a GREAT SUMMER.  i didn't dawdle as much online & really tried to make "game plans" the night before.  Talking the day out ahead of time with the kids- really helped.  Looking forward to another fun summer...soon!

okay so i'm maybe 5 classes into the tuesday class. i can't believe how different it feels that the first time around.  I'm not sure if it's just the kids, the fact that the 9am is almost all 2.5 years old.  Or the structure of the class. I'm almost feeling bored in the class. that's a crazy thought!

it is running so smoothly, i can't remember what specifically stressed me out last time.

i really feel good about having a structure & game plan.  I feel like i've told the parents expectations up front.  I even remind the parent's that they signed up to help. first time around i barely knew who was helping.  i never really checked it for my personal use.

the projects are going well. i think it helps that i've added more songs & movement. less story books- i actually shorten some of the books still. having the props for reading helps too.