We all talk about the rollercoaster of life and mine is far more of a white-knuckle ride than I’m comfortable with. Teaching is fantastic. I LOVE being in front of a class. It’s truly something to feel proud of and, if I ever make it, I know it will fulfil me for the rest of my working life. Somehow though, every step of the way seems to be designed to test my mettle to the core. It pushes me to and sometimes beyond breaking point. I don’t think it’s any exaggeration to say that teacher training stinks. It’s no wonder so many trainee teachers don’t ever get to teach. My marbles are lost again and I truly doubt they will ever be found.