Update: Will I Ever Be a Teacher Again???

[@OHbabe574]

But you ARE teaching. Your teaching all the students there that if you keep trying, things will get better. That even if something is really hard, if you keep at it, you can overcome it. A life teacher right now, and that’s very valuable. Your students are very lucky to have you as an example 👏❤️

[@ashleykrenzke]

OHbabe574 🙌🏼 yes!

[@steelersbby51]

Such an amazing perspective I love this 😊

[@TheNinjutsustudent]

Guuuuurrrlll you is still a teacher, you inform us so much about things we would have never known about.

[@ItsKelsiesLife]

It's so great that the school is working with you and letting you work in the library! When the time is right you'll be a great teacher again!

[@meganlovesdisneyandcrafts4780]

SO PROUD OF YOU! In 6 months you've come so far! That's great that school has you working part time😊❤️

[@nicocomariee]

The school will welcome you back with open arms when you’re ready. There’s no need to rush, your health is much more important. We’re all so proud of you and the strength you have shown through this whole process. You’re amazing!

[@TRSjulie]

Wow, your speech is very obviously improving. That’s awesome to see!

[@courtelizz1]

TRSjulie thank you so much ❤️

[@mademoisellekaya1438]

In the library! That is literally the best spot for you to start from! How cool that this opportunity is there and see what it's doing for you! Fantastic! Big huge hug for you and your family, hopefully everybody knows we are also there for them... 🤗🤗🤗💋❣👊😎

[@maltzumom468]

How incredible is your school to be so supportive?! This is a great chance for your students to learn compassion and that people may be different, in a variety of ways, but on the inside we are all the same! You’re doing so well...keep it up!😊💚

[@MrsDobbyTFE]

You might think you’re not teaching but you are! You’re teaching perseverance, tolerance, strength of self, determination, patience and the list goes on. These may not be your traditional teaching practices but your students are learning from you every single day about real life and how to cope when things come along that challenge you. You’re an incredible teacher, a wonderful inspiration and a tremendously beautiful person inside and out, we all love you and are so proud of you. We don’t know what you’re going through but we’ll walk beside you all the way. I love you so much Court 😍😍😍😘😘💋💋 💖🌹💖🌹💖 xxx

[@HexaAngel]

You are such an amazing person and such an inspiration. I hope one day you can do a TED talk or something about life after brain cancer and share your story because I think the amount of time you've recovered in and the amount of resilience, perseverance and positivity you've shown is just amazing. I can't imagine myself confidently working almost full time just months after a potentially life threatening tumor and surgery. You're awesome

[@shannonsteph7466]

You don't have to rush back to teaching, it seems like the school is willing to work with you! It's a great goal for you to work towards while you're doing your speech therapy but you should take your time for your brain to be in top shape! You are close, it will happen 💜

[@judyguadalupe]

You’re working already?! I mean I get that you’re not teaching but given the fact that you had such a huge trama to you’re brain it’s soooo amazing that you’re going to work and getting in there!! That’s awesome!! Good for you! Also with you’re attitude there’s no doubt you’ll get back to teaching and hopefully it’ll be soon. Good for you girl! 💪🏼👍🏼💕

[@ScousersWife]

Courtney you are amazing!! You are a warrior and I am so inspired by you I had a freak accident 20 months ago. I broke my chest when I was lifting and moving something I never should have tried to by myself and it came back at me in just the wrong way and bent and then cracked off my xyphoid process. That is the semi-cartilaginous/mostly ossified (it stars as cartilage and turns solid starting the day you’re born) thing that extends down from between the ribs. They misdiagnosed it for two excruciating months, then finally did exploratory surgery, went in my chest, and found the bone fragments working their way through my chest. I could have died if they had punctured an artery. The aftermath of the surgery has been constant swelling of my chest and making it very painful and the feeling of like I can’t take a full breath. It has frustrated me so much because it has been so long. My job has been absolutely amazing at accommodating me. I’m so blessed and watching you makes me realize how blessed I am, and look at the progress I have made. It really inspired me to push ahead and not look back. Much thanks and love to you for sharing your journey with us!!! Laurie

[@samanthaelizabeth8330]

lauremor sending you good thoughts and hope for a quick recovery!!

[@hollypaladino1427]

God bless and speedy recovery to you

[@ScousersWife]

Thank you 💕

[@SuperKimmia]

Don’t worry about not being ready yet it’ll happen when it’s supposed to and your kids at school will appreciate you even more after what you had to go through😊 one day you’ll be back to being the amazing teacher you were😉

[@delmamonteiro9107]

Congratulations Courtney. You are getting better and better every single day. I am so happy for you.

[@Amira-ce3hh]

That haircolor suits you amazing!!

[@NoBody-zb3so]

You hit the nail on the head - You went through a huge trauma. Take your time, no pressure that causes you to feel frustrated or down. It's clear that you love teaching and really want to return. I'm so glad you are volunteering or working at your school during your recovery because that will keep your mood elevated and keep you headed toward your goal of returning to teaching. Plus it helps the kids see that you made it through brain surgery and how the recovery goes on someone they know. It will help their empathy and understanding of how injuries or illnesses can effect people they know. They also get to cheer you on in your recovery.

[@muaemilyjean7441]

That's awesome that your school is letting you help there! You're amazing Courtney!! ♥

[@grgumgee1]

Also that’s awesome the school included her back

[@ciliawillia9454]

Glad to hear that you will be back in school You’ll be so awesome as a librarian and soon go back as a teacher 🙏🏼💕💖💕🙏🏼

[@Jesser88]

You look soooo beautiful. Your brows look perfect and that hair color is killer on you. Keep rocking girl, the best is yet to come. 💕

[@courtelizz1]

aww thank you!!💟

[@85kage]

Your speech gets better and better!

[@DenaMarie90]

Katie Gartner that’s exactly what I was thinking!!

[@contrarian2496]

Agreed, her speech is already much better than most of us, the progress is phenomenal. I guess her teaching profession talent helped her regain speech functionality much quicker than any of us. She's an inspiration.

[@Fee-Fee]

You are doing amazingly well. Keep up the good work!

[@Johanna040713]

It's great that you can do some work at the school and that it's something that rehabilitates your brain. It's like the best thing in those circumstances. There's so much devotion and joy that comes through you!

[@laurenshockley5392]

I love that the school is helping you! You have come so far from the beginning! Love you girl!

[@jasoncollins5133]

You are such a wonderful example of what perseverance and strength looks like when facing incredible challenges and adversity. It isn't only your online audience that witnesses and appreciates this, but, most importantly, the kids at your school are watching a beloved teacher rise and wrestle the reigns of her life back from cancer. So many other people would have just checked out, but you've chosen a path of healing that challenges you and inspires others. Absolutely fantastic. Now...I'm off to try to be a better person from seeing your example.

[@carterspencer691]

I love that your school is being so supportive! Working in the library is a perfect transition. Its so great how understanding they are. Prayers for you 💘

[@wakeup_withAshley]

Girl you are doing SO much better and have made SO much progress. I have NO doubt you will go back to being an awesome teacher. I'm sure your kids miss you! Hang in there and keep up the good work! ❤️️

[@mosaicgirl4002]

Well done- I bet your school is very happy to have you back. Don't rush, Sweetheart, your teaching can come later on. There's more than one way to help young people grow. You are a wonderful role model & a sweet influence for them. Well gone Courney, my, you've come so far.❤️

[@lindatannock]

You're doing so incredibly well! Take time to heal, and look after yourself. You'll get there.... I know you will! Look how much you've come on just in the last few months. What you've achieved so far is fantastic. Sending you healing hugs from Scotland!

[@Bummer1980]

You are a freaking pillar of strength!!! I’m sure those kiddos will miss the heck out of you, but also know you need to take care of you and get 100% better before you can teach. You have come such a long way with your speech! You have adapted and re-learned so much so quick!!

[@1728-s3n]

You have taught me SO MUCH. Don't feel like you're not a teacher anymore. I've learned to be strong and resilient from you. I've learned to be grateful for the things i have in my life. Thank you!

[@nicolenbbw7947]

My best friend substituted for a teacher who had a TBI, she came back too early and really struggled. And then her husband tragically passes which made her regress. You’ve had so much trauma with a brain tumor, brain surgery, radiation and cancer treatments, and your dad passing. But you’ve continued to progress and your brain is healing and restructuring. Keep up the hard work and finding the positives! But cut yourself some slack sometimes, and remember every step is a victory

[@MissUnderstood-yi1zm]

That's so wonderful that you are at the school doing some part time work!!! It's great to see how hard you're trying. Everyone can see the improvement. Keep up the good work! You will definitely get back to your job eventually when the time is right.

[@susanhuguley1743]

You will be teaching soon! You are working so hard! I was a teacher for 34 years and I can see you have the passion for the profession! Your school is so lucky to have you. You go girl!

[@lorimc7964]

You know, when you do these videos you are still teaching. I know that you’ve taught me to not take my days for granted. You have taught me to push through the tough days. You’ve taught me to not give up when things get tough. I could just go on. So although you may not be teaching kids you are still teaching and inspiring anyone who watches your videos. So thank you for that.

[@juliaskagfjord6207]

I find this to be extreemly inspirational. I had a minor head injury 2 years ago, and because it was minor, there was no rehab facilities for me. I still struggle every day. It is easy to look back and remember how you were or what your capabilities were previous to a trauma. I love how positive you are, and how you have been patient and built yourself up in all the ways you can after your trauma. You never know what the universe has in store for you. Teaching seems like a great profession and I am sure things will become more clear over time for you. It is a much needed service, and it is fabulous you are still engaged in your passion~! Much Love from Victoria, Canada.

[@jjmax613]

So glad to hear you're able to work at the school! So awesome that you get to work on rebuilding your speech and function through working in the library. Your story is so inspiring Courtney! Thanks for sharing!

[@chenellebrown9839]

I'm routing for you Courtney! You're awesome! This was such a humbling point of view. How bad you want to be a teacher but knowing youre not ready and not trying to fake it...I love you girl!

[@courtelizz1]

Chenelle Brown you're great!

[@sabrinahenkhaus]

I’m thinking about you way over in Portland, Oregon. It’s amazing how much you improve everyday. Your willingness to be vulnerable and share all of this with us will undoubtedly help all of your viewers at some point in their life when they or a family member experience some type of trauma. Each time I watch your videos I am moved to tears. So much love to you and your family.

[@saphireleine]

I’m fairly new here, and so I recently watched all of your videos describing your experience and I just wanna say that you are really amazing. You’ve come incredibly far in such a short time. I can tell you aren’t the type that will give up easily. You’ll be back doing your dream job in no time! Sending love and encouragement your way ❤️❤️❤️

[@emilyjholl]

I love your use of "...yet!" Such a teacher mindset. Not ready yet, but you will be ❤️. They'll be lucky whenever they have you back.

[@nikkievigil5686]

My uncle whom was like a father to me had glioblastoma. He was at a stage 4 when diagnosed. Unfortunately he lost his battle in March of this year. So when I seen you had a brain tumor and you’ve fought through it I was so happy for you! I prayed for you everyday & I am genuinely so ecstatic to see you healthy and cancer free! It’s amazing to see how far you have come! ❤️

[@torigowen6729]

I love seeing how much you’re improving and how much happier you seem as time goes on. I struggle with anxiety and depression, although it is significantly different from what you go through, seeing how hard you work and how positive you try to stay is really inspiring to me. I know recovery has probably been ten times harder than you let on, so it’s so great to see you keep pushing through. ❤️

[@theenemy3060]

Don’t forget you have been teaching the world how to have a heart and teaching people about what being alive really means. Your grace and your courage truly is inspiring and that you continue to make your videos is amazing. Ugh. I admit this post was a year ago and I haven’t seen anything new yet which scares me honestly. You never stopped teaching was my point. Teacher is like being a leader. You are or you aren’t. Education can make you better at both but it can’t “teach” you then skill at the core of both...Heart. You can’t teach someone to care. You can’t teach someone to love. You have a heart that could move mountains and no matter what comes in the future you have taught me something I knew but forgot. How important having a heart is and to never give up. To just keep going even if it’s hard and even if it hurts. Thank you.

[@annetteg.r.i.p1491]

You are a true inspiration!! I watch every video and I am in disbelief at how far you have come in such a very short time, you are coming on in leaps and bounds!! Your talking is amazing!! And I have no doubt by the next school year (September '18) you will be teaching again!!! Every single video you amaze me and thousands of others with your strength of character, beautiful heart and soul and I have no doubt God wants you to go back and teach and those kids that pass through your classroom will be the luckiest kids!!! God Bless you darlin' sending love to you from the UK !!! Tfs hun xxx

[@lifeisgoodlisha]

I'm so proud of how far you've come and all the hard work you and your family has put into your recovery. In a years time, you will look back and be even MORE amazed at the progress you've made. You will get back to into your classroom

[@alle6621]

You are such an inspiration. I have been having health problems lately and they think I may have something wrong with my brain. I’ve been a complete mess lately. But watching your videos gives me so much hope. I hope I can be as strong as you. You truly are amazing. I’m so happy you are doing better. 💕💕 you’ve come so far.

[@laurenenxx]

Even though you are not teaching in the school at the moment, I hope you realise you are teaching the thousands of people that watch your videos every day. I've learned a lot from you, and you are an absolute inspitation and a great role model. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and proving that hardships such as this can be conquered. You are looking absolutely great & sounding amazing, can really see the progress with your speech with every video you upload. Hats off to you lovely lady, it's not been an easy time for you but you have absolutely battled your way through it all with such grace and raw honesty, showing how strong you are. #gurlpower 💞

[@allisonruthart9931]

I'm in school for speech pathology now & seeing your improvement motivates me and reminds me of why I chose speech therapy as a career! Keep up the great work, it's really paying off!

[@stacyroberds1421]

The library!!!! So great for you! You should be so proud of yourself! In the big scheme of things your trauma is still very recent. Right now you are learning so much, not just how to alphabetize again, but how to heal, cope and listen to your body. Those will be amazing lessons you will be able to teach so authentically at a later date! Still cheering you on from Colorado! ❤️

[@jenniferrobinson7978]

Your progress is so impressive! I'm so glad that your school is so accommodating. I know you'll be back teaching in no time. Take your time now because you're doing all the right things to get you back in the classroom.

[@valealmirati]

The human body is AMAZINGGGGGG!!! If you've come so far in this little time, I can only imagine how on point you will be in a few months. Great attitude from the school, thumbs up for them!! Keep the good work Courtney, you got this!!!!!

[@leximarie1751]

I'm glad that you're working in the library! I have faith that you'll become a teacher again because you have improved so much! We are all so proud of you Courtney! You are such an inspiration💕

[@MusicLuver28]

You have come such a long way and ur speech is so much better. U can tell when ur nervous u have mishaps, but the moment u relax, everything u were trying to say comes out perfectly. Dont be nervous alot of us have watched ur videos from the beginning and u have done so well with ur speech. We r nothing but happy for you. Ur such a positive inspiration to us all. Definitely for me. Keep up the great work.

[@christinek5272]

Love that you are able to still work at your school part time! You have come along so far. I recently found out my father has stage 4 non small cell lung cancer with Mets to the bones, kidneys, spleen, and lymph nodes.

[@toreycase4704]

You are teaching! Teaching everyone what the true face of courage and hope looks like!! So proud of you! Great job! Love ❤ from Biloxi!

[@Ca_1021]

you have really come SO FAR. i remember watching the first video you posted after your surgery and i started crying because i just couldn't believe it and seeing you that way broke my heart... you are such a ray of sunshine and i really hope you can keep working towards your goals because we all believe in you :)! xo

[@Gamecockinnc1]

I just wanted to comment that you have made incredible progress and you look beautiful. You are always going to be a teacher. Your vlog is teaching people about dealing with serious surgeries, illnesses and recoveries. Stay strong.

[@alliekoehler189]

I think it is so admirable how you returned to the school. what an inspiration and role model you're being to these kids! you're showing them how to work hard and not give up 😊

[@dhines3804]

I don't know how I missed this video??! You have made so so much progress - even since making this video! You are such one strong and brave young lady! I knew you were part time at school but I didn't know what you were doing. I'm so glad that your school has been so supportive of you, Courtney!

[@MrMaddie1999]

I have just recently been watching your channel and you are honestly so so brave! I can't believe how positive you are considering what happened and you are really trying to get back on track. Well done you're an inspiration and i bet your friends and family are so incredibly proud of you ❤️

[@damae1810]

I’m so happy that she’s still around the kids and has a job in the library ❤️ so excited for you to start doing what you love again!

[@tonyag4510]

I bet you are a great teacher! You have made so much progress!! 👏 So glad you are able to be at the school, especially in the library! Magic happens in the library. 📚

[@christinac1373]

You rock, you will be back teaching in no time. Chin up you are doing great.

[@MrBatesford]

Your speech has improved so much, you've made so much progress and I'm sure you'll be a teacher again! I'm so happy I found your channel you've been so inspiring xxx

[@tikkamarie]

I love this update! It is amazing that your school is so supportive and that you're able to have a role this year, even though it's not in your room necessarily!

[@lexlexlexi718]

The hard work is paying off! Your speech improvements have been incredible to watch!

[@marciahighsmith4820]

Your development has been very amazing you’re so much better than you were in the early vlogs. Give you time to heal. It’s been a very short time from May to now. Go girl go work hard and you will be teaching soon.

[@RachelRaeAustin]

This is so fantastic! I love that your school is working with you on your recovery. That’s such an amazing support to have! You’re progressing so quickly, I can’t wait to see where you will be in the next 6 months!

[@TheUrbanLadyBug]

This time next year I without a doubt see you being ready to go back! It will be a long process but one that will be so rewarding once your ready!

[@chandabreiz3518]

You have come so far. Truly an inspiration to your kids and I’m sure a ton of people here especially myself. You are doing amazing!! Can’t wait to hear the great news when you get to start teaching again.

[@Jujubeoh]

Courtney you are amazing and such an inspiration. Without a doubt, when the time is right, you will once again be a teacher - and an awesome one at that!!

[@jessicawilkerson2417]

You are so amazing so resilient and I admire your strength, your bravery and your ability to be so positive even in the midst of struggling! Remembering back to when you first told your fans (subscribers) that they found a tumor in your brain and you would had to undergo brain surgery, I just thought to myself "Wow" your so young and beautiful, how did this happen! You've undergone so much and yet you still have the courage to tell your story and you tell it with a smile.. Im so happy that youve gone back to work even though your unable to teach at the moment your still working and your "prepping" your brain for when you do! You are an inspiration to many and Im so glad I found your channl!!

[@christinecervantes3722]

You are one of the strongest people I've ever come across! You have come so far and no doubt you will teach again!

[@fc131961]

I’m so proud of how far you’ve come!!! So happy that your school has been treating you so well! You will get back to teaching in no time! Love you!!!!

[@pinkmusiicluva]

I can't believe how far you've come! I'm so so happy with you, and I just know that with your persistence and hard work, you'll be back teaching in no time. Good luck! x

[@brandyneal4175]

You're precious! You have come so far and will continue to get better! Thanks for sharing with us.

[@judiyoung3767]

Wow! Courtney, you're doing everything with God's timing! So that makes it perfect! Its awesome your being patient and understanding and not getting frustrated. It takes time. A hard thing to do in our hurry up and get it culture! You look so cute today! I'm proud of you girl!! Xoxoxoxo

[@courtelizz1]

judi young you are too sweet ❤️

[@jamiesmith5391]

So proud of you! You got this girl! Give yourself a little more time, shoot give yourself as much time as you need! You are doing sooooo good. Inspirational WOW!

[@jjhausermann]

What a great lesson you're teaching the kids about perseverance! I'm sure they love seeing your progress too.

[@Holy-Spirit-33]

So happy for you! You are an inspiration to all that are in the same situation as yourself. Your inner being glows besides being such a beauty! Progress, in your speech is amazing! Your school district wants you at the school, is a step in the right direction.... You are so blessed. God Bless you lovely lady! 😄😄😄😄😄🎉🎉💯💯💥💕❤️❤️😢❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@brendapeterson4637]

Courtney, you just take your time, my husband has issues with the speech, letters and numbers. He also has Anaplastic Astrocytoma grade 3, had brain surgery in March. You are doing Great and you look very pretty ! So proud

[@gointothedogs2]

Youve made amazing progress and every day you still are a teacher and share what your going through. It will be wonderful to see how you use the challenges youve faced and the hurdles youve worked through, to help students and teacher understand the complexity and the resilence of the brain. Truly our experiences in life that seem to sideline us become the true callings in our lives. Your a strong, brave and beautiful person and youve given the world a gentler vision of the harsh realities of facing brain tumor, surgery, cancer and life developments that any one could be overwhelming, and yet youve traveled the path through all of them, still smiling and more you then ever. God continue to bless and lead you to health and new life purposes with awareness of what a special human being you are.

[@katecoleman9865]

It's great that you make videos throughout your recovery because one day you will look back and see all the amazing progress you've made and will feel so accomplished! Your such a great youtuber!! ❤

[@NistoryHerd]

Great to hear you’re back at work, you are doing amazing considering what you have been through. Your brain just needs a little time to fully recover but you will get there in due time. :) Your strength and courage is truly inspirational. Big hug.

[@lisag.7983]

Your brain is healing very well...it shows, but it probably takes awhile like you said and will take longer. So happy to hear that you are able to work at the school, so your kids can see you. Thanks for the update.

[@tinapoletiek1281]

So glad you get to do work at the school & you will be a teacher again. So proud of you , your such an amazing inspiration. Love and prayers to you always. Thank you for the update

[@DrGoldieMD]

I'm so proud of you. You have made an amazing recovery and you will go even farther 🙏🏽

[@Kairos_Kronos]

You will be a teacher again, one who understands learning from a difficult event. I think this will make you a stronger teacher. Prayers for you.

[@EmmaWileyawesome]

You've come so far love you make big strides every video!! Everyone is rooting for you!!!

[@lalabush524]

You are doing great! Your spirit shines through, you will continue to be an incredible teacher when you return! Nothing but the best

[@RachelD077]

its so great that you’re still able to be at your school and work and help out!! im sure that definitely motivates you. happy for you!! ❤️❤️

[@aliceschram1043]

You r doing fantastic!! So happy to hear you are at school working around the kids, every day you will be even better.

[@japarker42]

I normally don’t comment on videos, but I have followed your story and I just want to say that you are VERY strong! I know it’s very stressful and hard. You have so much courage and have worked your butt off to get to where you are now. You should be proud of yourself!! I think you sound great and you are beautiful 😊 please keep your chin up and know that you have many people who are wishing you well! Just keep doing your best !

[@shellyh5186]

Your speech has improved so much already! You're doing so well just keep on keeping on. You have inspired me x

[@hayleyduff]

the fact that they gave you a job to keep you involved shows how much they value you !!! you're awesome

[@selenacharles5661]

Wow! I haven’t watched your videos in a while and after I watched this video I can see how much your speech has improved! Keep going Courtney! You’re doing great

[@TheShortstuff125]

Every video your speech gets better and better, you’re so inspiring and I’m so happy for you!!

[@terrys8808]

Courtney....you are everything! I soooo look forward to your videos and updates. You're something else. An indomitable spirit! You make the world a better place.