Yes, it is true. The mythical being that some refer to as "summer vacation," is actually true. Today, I finally experienced it for the first time, and I still can't believe it.
Today is MY first day of real summer. Although I did not have 100 students to attend to this past week, I have had Induction Coordinator work/meetings, TFA meetings/paperwork, 2 days of English conferences in Santa Rosa, room remodeling, and roommate goodbyes to deal with.
Today, I can finally take a breath. Or at least I am trying to. Today, while I tried to do what non-teachers call "relax" I realized that I have a problem. I can't sit still. The impulse to stand up and be productive is far too strong in me. Let me remind you that the last time I actually spent time to "relax" was over a year ago when I lived in Spain. Since then my life has been non-stop stress. I don't think my body knows what it feels like to be on vacation.
But nonetheless, today with Caroline's prompting, I decided to try to relax in the backyard with a good book and my bikini. <30 seconds later> I'm thirsty. I better get a glass of water. I have TFA paperwork to do. I have the wrong sunglasses. I better get my other ones. Where is my sunscreen? Damn I should go work out. When do I have to send that email? Is that my phone? No, nobody loves me. This book is good. I better go get a pencil so I can identify the figurative language and challenging vocabulary for my students. Damn those rose hedges need trimming. Let me tell you, pruning and cutting rose bushes in your bikini is not a good idea.
After I finished weeding the backyard (still in my bikini) I was able to lay out for about 30 minutes before the anxiety kicked in again. I've really got to work on this.
Here is to a productive (and relaxing) summer!
-Kellee
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