Teacher Journeys

I had my second child in 2006. Dennis, my husband, worked as a seaman that time. Of course, I wanted […]

It has been 8 years since we landed here in the US to work for the schools. For those who

I asked my boss if he will be doing the conference call every month, and he told me, “No, you

  I remember when I was a little kid. I was invited to play with my friends who have American

He told me he’s an atheist. He said “Maria, there is no God. Just like, there is no Santa Claus

Should you be worried though? Nah. My personal philosophy is, if it’s for you, it’s for you. It’s all a

I’ve had the most number of job interviews since I worked here in the US some 7 years ago.  It

I have the best job in the world! I am just thankful to God for the opportunity! See, I am

To those who have followed my journey here in the US, here’s the latest… But, let’s go back to the

All things work together for our good. I was feeling down yesterday, you see, I am able to work here

Sometimes, just like today.. I am asking myself if this is all worth it? I mean, coming here in America

While reminiscing my teaching experiences, I’ve written this post.…. I heard or read somewhere that life will continue to give

When I started my work as a Special Ed Teacher here in America, it just felt natural. I mean, I

School year 2011-2012 has ended. I remember writing Believing is Seeing, first quarter of the school year.   Believing is

Kids on Skype 2007 I kissed my kids goodbye. They were sleeping when I left them… Funny, it happened like

Being a visual learner, what helped me and is still helping me remember what I want in my life is

  Sharing you with what it felt like to be living without my family by my side, two weeks after