Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Sunday, July 1, 2018
July--Getting Going on Goals
So here I am writing AND ENJOYING IT! How can I use this energy to help me reach my goals. Well, one of the ways I have chosen is blending my fun and my goals. One of my goals is to continue to grow, learn and prepare for my teaching. Another is to enjoy this blog. Here is how I will combine the two:
I am joining Jennifer Seravallo's Writing Summer Camp for Teachers. I joined late....and I am not letting that stop me! I plan to write here and in my beautiful new notebook (which I have owned for years and been afraid to write in).
Come join me. Click here for the info. Here we go!
Saturday, June 30, 2018
June--Rest and Renew
June--Rest and Renew
My Story:
I awoke on the first morning of my summer vacation. I had lists upon lists of what I wanted to do and accomplish over the next ten weeks. Suddenly, I felt paralyzed. I couldn't move!
My school year had ended. It was a challenging year--both in my classroom and here at home. I suddenly realized that I had nothing more to give. I was empty!
I lay my head back down and slept. I let go of the guilt and took care of ME!
For the next 18 days--until today---I set no alarms. I read for FUN. I baked a double batch of chocolate chip cookies. I also crawled into bed with my eldest and binge watched Netflix. I wrote in journals to each of my three children. I did a puzzle.
I texted friends and set dates for this summer. I made plans for my first getaway. I will see my best friend who has been 3000 miles away for the past 15 years. And guess what...I am excited and don't feel guilty!
When I am teaching and parenting, I have always put myself last. For fifteen years I have been running on a hamster wheel. The evidence is clear. I have gained weight. The clutter in my house has piled up. I always feel that I have not done enough.
While I was taking more time to rest and renew, I realized several things:
Today is the end of June. I feel ready to tackle more things on my list. I will also add some things---reminders to continue to practice self care!
Wonderings for My Wunderkinds:
*Am I setting a good example for my children if I don't take care of myself?
*Am I modeling self-care and self-acceptance for my children?
*Do I give enough time to my children to practice self-care?
*How
I awoke on the first morning of my summer vacation. I had lists upon lists of what I wanted to do and accomplish over the next ten weeks. Suddenly, I felt paralyzed. I couldn't move!
My school year had ended. It was a challenging year--both in my classroom and here at home. I suddenly realized that I had nothing more to give. I was empty!
I lay my head back down and slept. I let go of the guilt and took care of ME!
For the next 18 days--until today---I set no alarms. I read for FUN. I baked a double batch of chocolate chip cookies. I also crawled into bed with my eldest and binge watched Netflix. I wrote in journals to each of my three children. I did a puzzle.
I texted friends and set dates for this summer. I made plans for my first getaway. I will see my best friend who has been 3000 miles away for the past 15 years. And guess what...I am excited and don't feel guilty!
When I am teaching and parenting, I have always put myself last. For fifteen years I have been running on a hamster wheel. The evidence is clear. I have gained weight. The clutter in my house has piled up. I always feel that I have not done enough.
While I was taking more time to rest and renew, I realized several things:
- The world didn't end.
- My family was happier--and followed my lead.
- I noticed that my cup was filling up!
Today is the end of June. I feel ready to tackle more things on my list. I will also add some things---reminders to continue to practice self care!
*Am I setting a good example for my children if I don't take care of myself?
*Am I modeling self-care and self-acceptance for my children?
*Do I give enough time to my children to practice self-care?
*How
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