Nearing the end...

Well, we are nearing the end of my year. It is hard to believe, but it's coming fast now. In a month, I will be home. In two months, I will be in DC. eek! So no real updates here, at work I am having those conversations about transitioning families after I leave. That's hard. But at the same time, it's kind of gratifying because I've really built some strong relationships with the families I work with. And though on paper it's not like I have a lot to offer a 35 year old mother of 5 in the way of parenting advice, the beauty of the system at my job is that's not the point. It isn't about me providing any information, it's about supporting what SHE is doing, and maybe giving a few ideas along the way. And that has been really eye-opening. So as I close up, I'm sorry I am not a blogger. However, if you read this sometimes, I appreciate your support. This year has been hard sometimes, eye-opening, and extraordinarily rewarding. I will forever feel different about a lot of things thanks to this year. My view of what it means to be strong, what hardship looks like, and what it really means to be a great parent have all opened up for me. People truly are amazing, and I have had the chance to work with many people who embody that. I am grateful for the conviction that I don't want to work a desk job. That a willingness to learn really does mean a lot. That even though I'm loud, I can actually listen pretty well too. For all these things and more, right now I am feeling a tremendous amount of grace more than anything.