DC: That is funny. Always wondered how you came by all your talents. No Photo-s ????? Not like you. One job you did not include, " building outhouses " because it was a lot of ---- LOU

Well, they just called today and I didn't get the job. Boo hoo but just teeny tiny boo hoo because I wasn't really sure I wanted to go back to work. This job this time next year would have been ideal. I had a really good talk with the principal when she called to tell me and the other woman with all the experience got the job. She was really encouraging about applying for future positions which is very reassuring. In the meantime, I can actually have time all to myself for the first time in 8yrs! I just realized when I was contemplating the unruliness of my hair that I can actually make a hair appt without calling 3 different people trying to arrange someone to watch one or both of the kids. OMG, I can sign up for a yoga class! And DH is satisfied because I did actually try to get work. I've got calls out to a couple of teacher friends to see what they recommend for getting some more experience teaching reading (the principal said this would be a good thing to work on). So all in all, I think this will work out for the best. I can still substitute and tutor for extra cash - we won't be getting that new car but that can definately wait. Thanks again everyone for keeping me company during this experience. I really appreciated your good wishes and support.

I'm very happy for you. It makes a world of difference to have a job that you like. I wish everyone could work where they really want to. Good luck, Shirley

I've had both kinds (sinking stomach and great) of jobs, too, so I'm very, very happy for you. It is strange how sometimes the best jobs come from places we don't expect. It has happened to DH and me more than once. Congratulations!