A new leaf...

I've been somewhat hesitant with the blog concept, partly because I have never posted information about my life on the internet before, partly because (in case it's not obvious) I still have a good dose of self-conscious to get out of my system, and largely for three other related reasons.

1) I am still uncertain about the boundaries between what is personal and what is teacher-corps related, since at this point, the two aspects of my life are so tightly intertwined. I cannot predict what it will be like in the future, but right now, teaching is an integral part of living. Writing is very personal to me, a place where I am completely honest, and I am hesitant to be writing-style honest and then introduce restraint to the equation. Some information is obviously not neccessary or appropriate for a professional blog. Also, I want what I write to reflect me, and awareness of audience often skews tone, at least for me.
2) Blogging means talking about my experiences and feelings. I can almost hear the criticism...why should anyone be interested. I think I'm over that, though, thanks to my inspiring classmates and their brilliant writing. I really enjoy reading their blogs, so even without their elegant humor and smooth tongues, I am more comfortable with the idea of sharing.
3) It won't be perfect.

The thing is, I'm going to have to open up, relax. Have to run ...More to come.