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1. I have a great family. My 5 children are amazing individuals and keep me in awe of their goodness. My wife is my best friend and always supports me in whatever it might be.
2. My health allows me to explore places off the beaten path. I find solace at high mountain lakes and standing on the top of mountain peaks.
3. Challenging students that help me to grow and remember why I am in education. Even though we don’t usually see the changes we would like, I am humbled to be in a position where I might be able to make a difference in 1 life.

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I live a pretty blessed life. Wasn't always so.
My life completely started over from zero about 15 years ago, taking me to where I am today.
My teaching career has been a good thing, especially when you  see a student's lightbulb click on and say, "Oh, I get it!"

Starting over with Damaris turned my life around, and we've built a good family life together.

My two adult children are gifted in may ways, and following their adventures, ups and downs, while forging ahead, keeps me connected to them.

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1) My 4 children. I have two amazing sons, who make me proud every day. I also have 2 beautiful bonus daughters who came into my life 14 years ago. Together they are the family I always wanted.

2) An aMAZing job that has never felt like a job, but more like a calling. I love what I do and every day I spend with the people of EMS.

3) My friends. Even though I am single and live alone, it seems someone is always inviting me to do something somewhere. I always have someone to laugh with and try out new things.

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1) I love that my family will all be here during the holidays! So excited :)
2) I love being a part of EMS, helping students, and my fabulous co-workers (friends.)
3)I love walking my dog every evening because it's good for both of us! (she loves it and I have a good 45 minutes to reflect on my day.)

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1. I have a wonderful wife and great kids.

2. I have a job that I love and that hopefully makes a difference in the lives of young people.

3. I get to influence young lives though coaching basketball and track.

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1) My family- I am fortunate to have family that I was born into and then the family I have chosen.
2) My new home. Although it may be a "money pit" it is my money pit and I am seeing the things I had wished for come true for my little boy and for Kevin and I. I feel this is my "home" I have had other houses but there is something about this one :)
3)My career- I truly believe I am doing what I should be, and love that I always have the potential to make an impact in others lives; hopefully positive :) I work with great people and have fun almost every day even in the most manic of days.

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1. My faith, belief, and personal relationship with God that without that power I would find it difficult to make it throughout the day. I believe in the power of prayer and I have see it work miracles not only in my life, but in others as well.

2. My husband and daughter whom I love so much and the home we have created together as a family. I am blessed to be married to someone who loves to go on adventures and much as I do and expose our daughter to the beautiful places the world has to offer.

3. I have a job that has a purpose and I am able to make a positive impact on others and the world around us.

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1) My four amazing children.  I especially love how respectful and accepting they are of others.
2) My health.  Although my health is not as wonderful as it could be, I recognize that it is still better than many who have incredible physical challenges that greatly impact their daily lives.
3) My close friends who are always there for me and who allow me to do the same for them by being open and real about their struggles and needs. That's what it's all about isn't it?

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1.  I get to teach!  I have always loved learning and sharing that with others.
2.  I get to teach in a district that allows me the freedom to set my own pace for what I teach.
3. I have a lovely commute that allows me to enjoy all the different forms of natural beauty in Idaho.

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1. My family: I have an incredibly supportive and loving husband. My 18 month old is adorable and has the sweetest little heart that melts mine every day. And new baby is healthy and kicking a lot....so much to be thankful for!
2. My church: God has blessed me with a church "family" that is loving and gives me an opportunity to serve God in lots of different ways.
3. My job: I love what I do! And my classes this semester have been better than usual...I've had a lot of fun with them!!

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1. I have students who love to be in the weight room lifting and working.
2. My family and friends that make each day enjoyable.
3. The year went by so fast it is hard to believe it is already December and a new year with new opportunity awaits.

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1 I have an awesome, loving, hardworking husband and 5 amazing kids who are all trying to make good choices.
2 Three years ago, the perfect job landed in my lap. I get to see my kids out the door and be home before them. I get you use my education in a way that I can also serve and bless the lives of others.
3 I get to design and build a new home that will be spectacular. (This is both as blessing and a huge trial, LOL)

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1. I am grateful to be enjoying the peace and tranquility of my home every morning when I wake and every evening when I go home.
2. I am able to continue a long distance relationship with my son as he travels about in the Navy which makes our visits when he does come home more special.
3. My parents and my friends who I talk to everyday that make me feel loved.

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1. I am still new at being a teacher at EMS, but I love being a teacher.  I feel like I am in the right job and I have a deep passion and desire to be a "good teacher."
2. I love my children (both adults now) and how eager they are to seek out the good in others and to use their talents to help themselves and other be better each day.
3. I am thankful to recently have a flurry of memories of my childhood come back to me. Because of some trauma in my life, I had blocked them out. But I am grateful and happy to know that I really didn't lose those treasured times in my life.

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1. I have my Christmas shopping, the wrapping, and the decorating finished and am looking for little ways to enjoy this holiday season. (So far there has been more time for family, friends, and helping at the church Christmas dinner.)

2. I get to teach "face-to-face" and see my students daily. (ZB want everyone to know I'm especially privileged to see her...)

3. This is the season that no one questions how much chocolate you are eating and it's even on sale at this time of year...Eat it, drink it...(Mmmm, chocolate -  got to love it!)

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1.  My husband, adult children and the entire Smith family.  The Smith family gathers every week, Friday nights, and have done so for over 55 years.  I cherish this time.

2.  I get to teach history every day--a lifelong passion.  I was the kid who WANTED to go into every museum I passed.

3. My parents. They are the best.

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1. I was able to spend an afternoon with my daughter in-law to introduce her to some of my special friends. They loved her and we had a wonderful time.
2. I have amazing support from friends,family, and coworkers no matter what comes my way in life. That is priceless!
3. I have 2 handsome grandson's in my life that bring me endless joy!

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1) I enjoy coming to work to see my students learn and grow.
2) I enjoy going home to spend time with my family (we usually have a large family dinner every night since my in-laws live around the corner).
3) I appreciate all of the help and advice that all of my colleagues are willing to give me.

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1. I love building relationships with students here in the counselors office, and watching them grow and learn great things!

2. I positively love seeing the faces of my children the day of Christmas!

3. Enjoying the dress up days here at work with my oldest daughter...striving to be TWINSIES each day! Oh What FUN!!

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1. I am engaged!

2. I have an amazing group of friends

3. I get to teach something that I love and am passionate about everyday

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1. I love my job at NNU working with teachers around the state.
2. My husband and son are amazing. I love spending time with both of them.
3. I look forward to visiting with my sister on the phone every evening.