Today in a Nutshell

Hi! My name is Amie McCarty. I am new to blog and have decided to track and record my thoughts through online blogging. I'm a college senior and I'm sure that through my last year of college I will have many challenges, adventures, and thoughts to share. I am studying Special Education-something that has always been a passion and interest of mine. As my senior year approaches I have many decisions to make- where to teacher, where to pursue a master's degree, etc. and I want to use this blog to record all the thoughts, advice, and opportunities that arise. I hope you enjoy and please send me any questions or advice!

This summer I am working at a Christian preschool on the island. And needless to say this week has been an adventure. Monday it rained so the field trip to the park was canceled. Tuesday I had to catch a snake that was loose in the building. And today we took the Jellyfish (ages two to three) and the Alligators (ages three and four) on a dolphin cruise out of South Beach Marina. The kids were well behaved but my nerves were shot at the end of the trip. Making sure twenty little ones are holding on, sitting down, not climbing, etc. on a boat can be quite a little stressful. After the boat ride we ate at Jake's Pizza- one of the Salty Dog restaurants. By lunch time I was hot and exhausted all I could do was make sure the kids were feed and ready to get back to the school for nap time.

These kids have become part of my life this summer. Each of them are truly unique and special! Yes they each have their moments but I can overlook those :) Well time to prepare for Thursday!