Career Changes

A year ago I was anxious, tense, and fearful about losing my job. Well, I did get the letter stating that as of July 1, my position would be abolished. I returned to the classroom and lost $13,000 in income. I love the students; I love the other teachers I work with. I am grateful to have a job and am very aware that financial ruin and homelessness are one paycheck away for me.  I do not like, however, the demands on my time after school hours to grade papers and make lesson plans. Just before Christmas, I decided to retire. I am so looking forward to this June!