Drivin

We're in Fort Stockton, TX right now, don't worry I had never heard of it either and there's a reason. There is nothing here! We are staying at a hotel along the interstate, mom is currently terrified of cock roaches and trying desperately not to see one... just wait until she gets to Houston. Her first comment upon getting out of the car tonight, was wow, it's muggy! My comment was, man this feels good for Texas... I think Houston will be a shock for her! The journey has been fun. We drove from Portland to the bay area on Monday, left at 3 am and spent 12 hours driving. We arrived around dinnertime just in time for my little cousin Will's graduation from day Care/pre School. I was greeted by the newest addition to our family, little Alexandra Grace. Sasha as she is called (the Russian name for Alexandra) is 5 weeks old and the most beautiful baby girl in the world, she is wonderful; I could not put her down!

We then drove down to LA and spent the night at Erin Farrell's parents house in Redondo Beach. It was nice to see her family again; we were greeted with such amazing hospitality. The following day we spent 13 hours in Disney Land, so much fun! I had never been before! We had a great time. We stayed another night in LA then made the long haul to Albuquerque, NM. The drive was long but worth it. We stayed at Clint's house. We went to dinner with his family, then Clint showed me all around town. I was really impressed with Albuquerque and surprised by its beauty. Today we drove from Clint's to the middle of nowhere Texas. 5 more hours to go...we will make it tomorrow after a stop in San Antonio.

I have a job! I decided that I would be ok teaching special ed. So, I am going to be at Gallegos Elementary working with my housemate Nels. Gallegos is a beautiful school, fairly new and high performing. Gallegos has placed a huge emphasis on technology in the classroom, which will be fun. My position is a special ed resource specialist working with the regions 8-10 children with Ausberger's. I am going to have a lot to learn and will begin training on Monday to learn methods of working with these students. I am excited because I think my patience and personality will be great for the kids and I will enjoy the one on one work I will get to do.

I appreciate the emails and notes; I miss you guys a lot. Much love to you all! Robert