video1.0<iframe src="https://www.loom.com/embed/bf1a0ebda76c491eba5ee1a65fb9200f" frameborder="0" width="1920" height="1440" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>14401920Loomhttps://www.loom.com14401920https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/bf1a0ebda76c491eba5ee1a65fb9200f-5a9581115e8f6d74.gif89.229In this video, I share my journey over the past few years, highlighting the challenges I've faced, particularly during 2020 when I struggled to connect with my students amidst the pandemic and personal loss. After the passing of my husband, I felt like a hollowed-out shell, but by the end of the 2023 school year, I was starting to feel better and was excited to return. Unfortunately, just after school ended, I received the news that my dad was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer, which has shifted my focus to caring for him. I find myself rushing out of school every day to be with him, and I often feel distracted during the day. I encourage everyone to check in on their loved ones and support each other during tough times.