Do Not Open Until Lunch

I'm not sure if that's I just needed a long break, or if I've had an attitude adjustment, or if they've grown on me, or if they really are more independent and capable, or a little bit of all of the above. But either way, I have to admit, it's getting better. I'm actually starting to really love, not just tolerate or like, teaching first grade. 

Plus, things like this (from Nathan) really help: 

To Miss G, from Santa. Do not open until lunch. Ho ho ho.