Today I went to register as a substitute teacher.
I went in to the office building -in the middle of a residential neighborhood-- that used to be my elementary school. ( I was a little bummed to see the place we used to have recess is now a parking lot-- but it's been that way for about 8 years... so I am adjusting.)
The woman at the desk is a friend of my dad's, so when she told me I would need a transcript for my application, she asked if I could get a copy online.
Yep-- of course.
'oh okay-- you can just come around the desk then and use my computer.'
Which is how I found myself sitting behind the front desk of the school district's administration building. While she got some other work done in the next room.
It was kind of ridiculous and also really cool.
Maybe it's a 'you had to be there' moment... but I love these small-town moments because it reminds me of the benefits of trusting and loving communities.
Sure, this might have only happened because she's a friend of my father's-- but I like to imagine a world where you can trust strangers.
While I'm on the topic of connections, I went in to drop off an application at the high school for a tutor position, and the assistant superintendent stepped out of her office to ask about which positions I am applying for. (I know her only slightly because she was in that job when my mom was working as well...)
It doesn't mean my chances are better or anything... but I am blessed to know that people are aware I'm searching, and willing to help :)
God bless you all! I hope OCR and the beginning of school went well for those of you in AA (or that you're enjoying the recent population surge in the city if you're not in school)
and for everyone else, Happy Fall!! It came to the UP really suddenly, so the leaves haven't turned yet-- but I'm going to have to find my fleece jacket soon. and start wearing socks again :-/
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