You know that insurance term they throw around… a “life changing event?” It’s kind of a heavy phrase. You could say our lives have changed in the last few weeks. I am now a working woman again. Working outside the home, that is.

I had my first day of orientation today, whew! I’m going to be teaching Language Arts, History and Bible for 5th grade at Northside Christian Academy in Charlotte. I sent my application and had my first interview before I even knew I was pregnant. I had no inside contact at all at the school. I didn’t even know that they had any openings. I simply sent my resume to them and was shocked when things began to roll into place.

I almost bailed on the second interview, since I figured my chances of getting the job would be slim once they heard of my coming little one. They learned my news and for some reason, they still wanted to hire me!

I know it may seem crazy to everyone for me to pick now to start a new job. I know that some may question the decision to not simply stay at home. Working vs. staying at home is not a fun debate and often brings out the worst in people. Since I know this, when I share my news that I’m working this year, it seems that I get the disapproval.

I feel very strongly that this is where I’m supposed to be. We have sensed God’s leading in the whole process. Without God’s hand, I don’t believe any of this would be happening. Even the grade and subjects I’m teaching are basically what I would hand pick. After I submitted my resume, I started thinking of what grade would be my favorite. You know what grade I decided? You guessed it… fifth grade. :)

Haylee is so excited to be going to school this year. Today was her first day. There was a little girl named Trinity who befriended her this morning and asked her if she wanted to play. So as I made my way out, Trinity held her hand and led her around the room. :) They have a really excellent preschool program, and I’m thrilled to see all she will be learning this year. They even have a Spanish class and a computer class.

She told me this afternoon that Trinity and another little girl, Reilly were fighting over who’s friend she was. She told me she said, “It’s OKAY! I can have TWO friends!” :)

Chris is also having his first day of school today. He’s beginning the master’s program at Montreat College tonight. He goes to classes every Thursday night for four hours. I was soooooo thrilled when he finally finished his bachelor’s so I can’t say I’m looking forward to the next two years of his late nights and homework and projects and presentations, but I am proud of him for his ambition.

So the Cauthen’s go back to school!