I want to thank everyone for their support and encouragement. When I began writing my book, I decided to write as if I were having an informal conversation with a teacher friend. Venting sessions were a regular occurrence for me, especially when I was a new teacher. My purpose for writing this book was to encourage new teachers and share my experiences with seasoned teachers. My goal is for teachers to relate to my experiences and know that we all experience the good and bad side of teaching; however, we should find ways to cope with situations that will arise and learn to overcome them.