2022- That’s a Wrap

I heard these questions on a podcast and wrote them down. I have answers, too, for my 2022 in Review. 3 words to describe 2022 Burnout/mental health. I was feeling burnt out from my full time job for most of this year. Sometimes this was because I was anxious about leaving my son at daycare.…

Grateful Steppin’

I've had a low mood for a couple of days now. Last night, it was very low. I made the decision to use my day off for myself, and drop 2YO at daycare, despite his hatred for the place. I felt a little bad and guilty at drop-off, knowing I was going home. But I…

Staying Present on a Sick Day

At this time, my students are coming in from recess. I didn't get a sub. I doubt anyone is covering my entire day. I suspect staff are scrambling, covering for more desperate needs. I bet my 7 little people are struggling. I hope I am missed, but not too much. I'm home with a sick…

What I’m Meant For

Lately, I have not felt unhappy, but not happy, either. Unsatisfied; burnt out. I love seeing the kids and I know I'm where I'm supposed to be. For now. I also wonder if my time at this job is coming to an end. I love the kids - I really, really love them. I won…

Confidence Ahead

As long as I can remember I've been drawn to people who are outspoken and excited and who act like they don't care about what people think of them. And for most of my life I've spent my time with peers who judge people who act that way. Last night I went to a bar…

February Summed Up

February 1st: Danced Through the Decades at a fundraiser for the school I work for. It was hard on me – I miss the days when I knew all the kids and adults in the school. I decided to intentionally form relationships with more people at school. February 2nd: My mom and I picked up…

Cold Update

How I know it’s really cold: Even our dog, the princess of potty procrastination, hurries up when she goes outside. She used to like the cold, but it’s too much for even her. With her long flowing locks of fluff, that tells me just how cold it is! In fact, it’s so cold outside, the…

The Importance of my Jack-o-Lantern

Sunday night we finally had time to carve our pumpkins. I had been trying for weeks – and was determined to get it done today, before Halloween, before the busyness of November begins. By the time I came home from what I’d been doing and we devoured the lovely hamburger soup Jason had prepared, the…

Skate Like No One is Watching

Tonight, my twelve-year-old niece had her birthday party at the roller rink. I was interested in skating, so prior to the party, I sent out a text asking if it would cost anything for me to rent skates. Word spread, and my nieces were excited. I had to find my balance first, and one niece…

The Hope Nail Polish Brought

On Friday, we went to the store to buy toilet paper, deodorant, and a few other essentials. Before we checked out, I picked up a $4 bottle of baby-girl-pink nail polish. To me, this is a huge deal. The last time I bought something for just myself that wasn’t an absolute necessity (like contact lens…