Difficult and Tough.

Things are difficult and tough lately.
With five weeks left and the amount of work left to do, I wish I could extend my deadline another two months.
I've noticed that although my stress level is through the roof and I'm tired, the stress and tiredness disappears when my students enter the classroom and the bell rings.
Something about them sitting in their seats, looking at you, waiting for you to speak, makes me smile and forget about the negativity, deadlines, and stress.
Mrs. McDonald told me the other day, "I couldn't even tell you weren't feeling well or that you were very stressed!" 
I do not want to bring outside factors into the classroom. I refuse, and I'm learning that teaching temporarily eliminates those outside factors. 
Teaching is where I am Jodi. 
It's comforting being reminded that I decided to pursue the correct career path :)