The year 2011 will be a brand new start for me. I am going to work as an assistant professor for a university. It's time to move on. That's what I told myself when I made this decision.
Honestly, I don't know whether this is a good decision, but I know I have to do this so I won't regret in the future. Besides, what is good and what is bad? I guess I just need to follow my heart, so I will feel more certain and happier.
I told a colleague last week about my leaving. His reponse was "you're so lucky. I wish I had your luck." I smiled and said nothing. Yes, I am lucky, but I also work very hard. Sometimes I even believe that the so-called luck only knocks at the door of the hard worker's house. If you just sit there and whine all day long, the luck probably will never visit you.
I've been teaching at this elementary school for more than 21 years. I have changed, from a young lady to a mature middle-aged woman. Every single day I spent here leads to who I am now. I am very grateful for this place and for the people I have been working with, even those who used to give me a hard time. Without them, I wouldn't have the chance to go so far.
I know it's still early to say goodbye, but I would like to be prepared for this, so I could remind myself to cherish every moment I still have here.
So, farewell, Zhong Zheng.
And farewell, my precious years.