I've heard others talk about having a mantra. I really never understood what that was or even if I could have one. But as I read my e-mail this morning I realized that I do have a mantra. I recited it to myself and others during that horrible summer two years ago. My mantra is: I am loveable, capable or loving and loved. By keeping my mind set on that my days were more bearable. That will be what gets me through these days between teaching and finding another job.