I knew I had to stay the course and not let the people around me realize the sadness this day was going to bring me. As I waited outside like always, because DeeDee was never on time, I realized that this wasn't the end. Rather, it was a time in my life where I could make a decision, grow or give up. I walked into that class knowing that when I received my final grade and journal, I had to make that call. The wait was the longest I had ever felt, the feeling that this was what I was waiting for and it might never happen was agonizing. When explaining the exam to the younger children, she talked about writing. At that point, she became emotional. She broke down talking about knowing us on a level that few people did. She loves her job and she loves teaching this course; Something that is hard to find these days. It was a beautiful moment for all of us, whether we so enjoyed seeing her take care of herself or