last day.

Today was the last day at my field placement. Even though I only went 7 times, I felt like I had made such a bond with the students. There was a comfort level. A trust level. My last day there was also the day my college class took a tour of the facilities. As my class was leaving the classroom I usually observe in, one of the students called out for me to stay. I wasn't supposed to leave with my friends. Talk about a tug at the heart strings. It's so difficult to go into that place and know that my smiling face, my supervisor's hug, the principal's pat on the back may be the only positive part of that student's day. The food they get at school may be the only meal they eat. I fell in love with those kids.

At the end of this field placement, I'm sad. The last few? I've been happy to see them pass. I've been excited to move on and experience new things, but this time... I found where I'm meant to be, what calling I possess. I miss the kiddos already. They were nuts -- heck, they drove me NUTS! -- but it was such a rewarding experience. I wouldn't trade the early mornings, long drives, and caffeine headaches for anything!