Yeah, yeah, I know the picture doesn’t fit the title of this post, but I just wish I was chillin’ out on a ferry to some island instead of heading back to school today. It’s not the first day of school for the kiddos, only for teachers in my district. It’s a professional development workshop week to prepare for the new writing program we’re implementing this year. I’m excited, but there’s a huge part of me that’s still wanting to be on the beach.
I have to remind myself that some people don’t get a summer vacation at all. I’m one of the lucky ones in that sense. Teacher’s have got it good come warm weather, but we deserve it, too. It’s no easy job, even on the best days. I’m ready to tackle the new year and excited for the fun and challenges teaching brings. I love what I do, but it still doesn’t make seeing summer go any easier. My days of freedom are over until next June.
And so, I leave you with a song:
So long sweet summer.
Good luck on your first day back (so jealous when I say that)! I can barely remember what it’s like to get more than a week of vacation at a time!
hope today went well and that it was an easy re-entry!
It went pretty good! I’m not sure I feel quite ready for next week, but hopefully by Friday I’ll be all set to go!