Sorry I have been MIA

clbartnicki · October 2009

Hey girls, Sorry I have been a little MIA since last week. Last Wednesday I got laid off from work!

I'm trying to look on the bright side beacause I just finished my Master's program in the summer to do a career change and leave the business world to become an Elementary Teacher so the timing isn't the worst. (Although I wasn't planning to leave my job until after the wedding) Now I can focus on my MTEL exams and do my student teaching before the wedding. It's just a little scary losing my job because it wasn't on my terms. Anyways, that's that.

jkepros · October 2009

Oh, wow! What a crazy week for you! We are glad to have you back and I am sure everyone wishes you good luck with your career change! Sometimes when something unexpected like that happens, it really turns out to be for the best. Good Luck!!! *hug* ps. whenever I hear about people who want to teach young children I always mention to them Maria Montessori & her method of teaching--it's awesome! Basically it allows children to learn at their own pace, and interestingly most children are "held back" by traditional teaching methods--they really excell in Montessori schools. If you aren't already familiar with her, you might want to read some of her books or learn about her method. I went to a Montessori preschool from when I was 2.5-4 years old, and one of my friends teaches at a Montessori elementary school in Lexington, MA.

acollupy · October 2009

I have to agree w/ JK...Montessori is a great education I went to Thacher Montessori in Milton, from pre-k to 6th grade, it was the best and most students excel in school once they move to a traditional school. Good luck on your exams and finding the perfect job!!! Remember there is a reason for everything that happens in life.

bharnett · October 2009

I know how you feel, I was laid off in Aug 08. I too had intentions of leaving the company, but being let go not on my terms did affect me negatively. Granted I know it wasn't performance based...still sucksThank goodness I found a job 3 months later. Hang in there chica.