Retiremant 2010

Well, I finally took the plunge and retired after 27 years of teaching elementary school. It was a hard decision but I was certain that it was time because teachimg wasn't fun any more. There were too many condtions and measures and lots of pressure from the state and district. So I filled out the paper work and sent in my letter of intent to retire and did just that in June of 2010. My school, Van Buren, gave me a wonderful party. The district had a lovely dinner. Then on the last day of school my parents and children gave me a huge surprise party with tons of yummy food. The good-bys were hard; but the leaving was a breeze.