Life update

This past August, Ryan and I moved to Norfolk, VA where he is beginning his Ph.D. in marine biology at Old Dominion University. A few days after arriving here and finding an apartment, I was hired to teach marine biology and environmental science at one of the public high schools here in Norfolk. What has ensued has been one of the most emotionally challenging experiences of my life. 

Any teacher will tell you that your first year teaching full-time is a year from hell. This is true for many reasons, which I'll get into at a later date. In fact, I'll get into a lot of things at a later date. I have many thoughts and issues I'd like to discuss concerning teaching, our educational system, getting kids engaged in science (or in learning in general, for that matter), and so on. 

But first, I have one more semester to get through before I get to June. Wish me luck!