The Beginning...

All good stories must have a beginning, but sadly this story has already begun and we've missed the introduction. Alas, a recap will have to suffice.

My journey into education began many years ago, before I even knew this is what I wanted to become. I always thought I would become a scientist like my father, and for a long time that is what I was determined to become. I persevered through the related courses, each more difficult than the last, and found that I was not happy. I saw the backstabbing and cut throat world that was awaiting me in my intended profession and was deeply saddened. My search for a career offering endless learning seemed like it would result in playing office politics and being miserable.

I have always loved working with children, and found them to be far more fun and interesting than adults. Some things happened to me over the course of a year, that we won't discuss at this time, but it was due to these events that I finally realized my passion for education. I had been seeking a place where I could continuously learn while sharing my knowledge, and it was right in front of me the whole time. I changed my degree from Biology to Early Childhood Education, and I couldn't be happier.

Now that we have delved into my academic history, a bit about myself:

• I love to make jam. I made my first batch (Peach Cinnamon) this past summer and everyone loved it. I ran out of jars within 2 weeks because everyone I knew kept swiping it!
• As implied by the title of the blog, I love crafts. I have been cutting, pasting, coloring, stitching, etc'ing, since I was knee high to a grasshopper. This results in Christmas cards that would make hallmark jealous sent out every year.
• Hiking, camping, walkabouts, and any excuse to be out in the woods is probably the greatest thing(s) ever.
• I have two dogs:

Shadow

Askit

                                             

• And a kitten named Major Tom

Full Name: Major Thomas Starlord Winchester the First-and-Last

And that's it for now. Looking forward to the upcoming weeks to share with you what is going on while I traverse this road towards becoming a professional educator!