Today was my last day in the classroom. I figured that since I’ll be a week overdue on Monday, it didn’t make much sense to go back to work.
It was very bittersweet. The day was filled with thousands of hugs, pictures, lots of love letters, and a few misty eyes.
I am fortunate enough to be able to stay home with Baby Cakes next year – so I won’t be returning to the 3rd grade world next fall, but maybe someday. I will miss my kiddos tremendously – their hugs, their humor, their poems, their ideas, their inappropriate
questions, and their expectant little faces that greeted me each morning.
But I know that when Baby Cakes arrives (if she ever does) – I’ll be thinking of nothing else. I’ll have my very own little girl to hug, teach, and shower my love upon.
As they say, when one door closes…
You’ve already made a difference in the lives of many children… and now you get to move on to a new chapter.. and mold the life of your very own child! Congratulations!
So happy for you as you enter the next fabulous chapter of your life!!
I will miss seeing you at school every day, but I know that you will so enjoy being able to stay home with your soon-to-be baby girl! I am so glad that you are going to be able to to do that. You will have so much fun and create such wonderful memories with your new baby.
I just know that when the time is right, you will be able to come right back into the teaching world and touch the lives of more children. I knew the first time I met you that you would be a great addition to our school. You will be missed. Make sure you come back often to visit and bring Baby Cakes Unger with you!
Oh, a few more words of advice..Remember to take a shower before you go to the hospital and have a bite of a protein bar or a little something before you leave…You will be glad you did. It was the best advice my mother gave me. Trust me…They won’t give you anything once you walk into their world. It worked with all four of mine
. Hugs to you, Katie!
Awww, it must be so sad to say goodbye to your kiddos. But, remember, you’ll have one of your own soon!
A bittersweet day. Isn’t it wonderful to know that you are such a big part of their lives?
Im so happy for you! Even though I will miss the 3rd grade world…Im so happy your staying home with babycakes!! You will be an awesome mother
What a bittersweet day, but seriously you are so blessed to be able to stay at home with baby cakes! I can’t wit to be a stay at home mommy!
Bittersweet indeed. But I can’t wait to see where this season of motherhood leads you. Can’t wait for the little one’s arrival! I thought this post might be it! Still holding my breath…
Best of luck! I hope she makes her appearance soon!
<3 KT
I couldn’t be more happy for you, you seriously deserve this more than anyone! You will make a great mom and if you ever feel like going back to teaching 3rd grade (or any grade for that matter) I am sure you will be welcomed anywhere! I can only hope that my kids have a teacher as caring/creative as you!
You are so kind! It was so hard to say goodbye, but I know I won’t regret it….maybe you’ll move back to CO someday and I can teach your (hypothetical) little ones.
Aww. I always get a bit melancholic when something comes to its end. However, you’re moving to a great new chapter in your life. I’ve only been following your blog for a few months now, but I have a feeling you’ll be a fabulous mom!
Aw, this was such a sweet post. You are a fabulous teacher and you have such a huge heart. Your little Baby Cakes will be one lucky little girl.
Oh my gosh I didn’t know you were able to stay home with Baby Cakes! That’s the best (and my ultimate dream!). I’m so happy for you and I hope I get to make a trip to meet Baby Cakes when she comes (ps – do you guys have a name in mind??).
Can’t wait for the big day – sorry it’s taking so long! It reminds me of when my sister was waiting to go into labor and Madeleine just took her sweet old time!
Yes, come visit!!! And yes, we have a name, but it’s a secret – I can’t wait to share it with everybody!!
Awww… I can imagine how sad it is to leave all those great kids. Now if only Babycakes would hurry up and get here.
I bet that was very bittersweet. You have so much to look forward to!
Well sheesh, Kate. Got a little teary at the end. Hope you have a Mother’s Day bundle to bring home!
A new chapter in your story. My love to all. xoxoxoxoxoo