End of Summer Meltdown

Well, it dawned on me earlier today, that this was the last two days of vacation. The beginning of school is like the end of school; bittersweet. With Rick back in Wisconsin tying up some loose ends, I have spent several days at school trying to make some sense of the unbelievable mountain of materials I have inherited in my new positions. Even though I was "working", I was free to decide whether I wanted to be there or not. Beginning Monday that will all change. That is the bitter part of going back to work; the loss of freedom. I have had a blast hanging out in Anchor Point with the Cress clan. I've spent a lot of time reading and writing, enjoying the beauty of the mountains and ocean, and taking time to relax. Summer vacation has been short, but I can honestly say I have made the most of every minute. Who could ask for more? I COULD! I hate to give it all up! Not only am I giving up my cherished freedom, but now I have two new positions to learn, a bunch of new people to get to know, and figure how to utilize all those new programs with a bunch of kids I don't even know anything about. What was I thinking! I could be back in Wisconsin, playing in the garden, soaking up the warm sunshine, and sipping tea by the pool. But, noooo, I start work tomorrow! (Stop) (Take a breath) (Again) (One more time) Such is the bitter part of going back to work. I'll start thinking about the sweet part tomorrow. I'm heading out to make the best of what is left of my freedom.