Work

About 1 month ago I was asked to give a talk in church about having Faith in the Lord and trusting in his timing and will instead of our own. I decided to use my jobless summer as an example of how I have learned to trust the Lord more because he knows whats best. I must have sounded woe-is-me, because after the talk I had about 12 people approach me with job opportunities, ideas, subbing options, and different names of teachers that they wanted me to meet. Needless to say, I left bad because I clearly gave my talk wrong, but I was very grateful because so many new doors were opening to me.
I started nannying for a family in the ward every Tuesday-Thursday. It pays ridiculously well, is super easy, and is around the corner so I do not have to drive. I am really grateful for the opportunity to earn some money AND have something to do all day. I have gotten to the point that I actually like free time again!! It is a weird feeling.
Along side that I have also started subbing and I LOVE IT!!!! I am so grateful that I do not have my own classroom (because I love the flexibility) but I love still being able to teach.
I most recently taught 7th grade English and it was like I died and went to heaven. For those of you who don't know, I considered English for a few years, I sorta wish I would have pursued it, because I love classroom teaching. We read stories, discussed them, I answered questions about papers etc. It was so much fun too because the teacher actually left me with things to do!! All in all, my experience was amazing and I have already set up more time with this specific teacher.
This work is not what I had planned at all, but I am so grateful for the source of money that I am making. I can sub every Mondays and Fridays and then help the family out Tuesday-Thursday. It is nice to also be able to still exercise and help family members when needed. Just wanted to let everyone know about the good news!!