Last Day

Friday was my last day. I did pretty good until I had to turn in my keys and computer. After the kids left I had one of my student's mom come in and tell me what a difference I made for her student this year. It was a great way to end teaching. We then had a faculty luncheon. Each team has a chance to say something about the people on their team that are leaving. Well Lindsay wrote this wonderful poem about me.

An Ode to Amber

By: Lindsay Malouf

At first I knew you as a girl who called herself, "Danger"

Back when you were still kind of a stranger.

That was when you were still Amber Gadd

Before you were one of the best friends I ever had.

I remembered you as the chick who used to tickle my husband's back,

You were scared of me, and thought I might attack!

But we quickly became friends as we taught, laughed, worked and played

We made some great memories that I would never trade.

Like the time you giggled and your pregnant belly dribbled like a basketball,

Or all the times just meeting in the hall.

Grey Pants Wednesdays, Jean Skirt Tuesday, you made every day unique

And you put up with me, even though I am a geek!

You were such an asset to our team and weren't afraid of any chore,

Planning field trips, singing, dancing, making copies, and more!

Now you are off to raise your family, going from three to five,

I will miss you so and be hoping you do survive!

One boy and one girl, how lucky can you be!

Oh wait! Aren't you giving one to me?

The students and faculty will miss your smiling face,

Freedom Elementary won't be the same place.

So you must promise to visit so I don't cry!

It will be weird without you, I'm not gonna lie!

Though you are a great teacher, I think you're an even better Mother,

So enjoy your time with Ryker before he is a big brother,

And get ready for craziness when you have not 1 but 3!

There might be times when you want to crawl up a tree.

But with your strength and your wonderful sense of humor,

I know you can do it, and that's no rumor!

You were chosen for this job because of the wonderful person you are,

And remember if you need help, I don't live far!

So this is good-bye as a coworker, but not good-bye as a friend,

I'm afraid you will be stuck with me until the bitter end! :)

Good luck in all you do,

And know that we love you!

Me and My Boss

My Best Friend

Me and Jenny

Erika and Me

Third Grade Team