Happier

 Oh my goodness.  I had forgotten how crazy the school hallways become in the days leading up to an extended break. My students this week have been silly and excitedly counting down until Friday. I have to admit, I find myself looking longingly at the clock as well. I have off all next week!

It has been decades since I have been off on Thanksgiving week. Working from home meant working all days, including holidays. While I'm physically tired at the end of each day, I am finding it refreshing to leave work in the car and to turn off my brain. This is the first time I've had a work/life boundary and I'm thoroughly enjoying it.

Scott is settling into his new position. He is happier and is no longer coming home looking like Eeyore on sedatives. Although he hasn't had a chance to really dive into the work (he still doesn't have complete file access), he is enjoying adult conversations and being treated like a professional educator with 30 years experience. 

Today is going to be crazy because it is the last day before the holiday break. I'm going to just embrace the chaos and play some silly cane games today. I'm looking forward to going into the holiday with a smile. 

Happier

 Thank you for all of the well wishes. Scott had a great first day at his new job. He came home with a smile on his face and an enthusiasm to share information about his day. Considering that we went 5 weeks before he mentioned the name of the student whom we shall never mention, his disclosures were a welcome change. As I suspected, he has found it difficult to be in a submissive role within the classroom. 

His new job allows him to stretch his professional wings and experience. I can already see him walking a little lighter, and holding his head up higher. I'm hoping that this trend continues. Since his heart attack his personality has morphed into one similar to Eeyore. I really miss my adventure loving, happy husband. Perhaps this new job will be the first step towards his return.

Lots of meetings for me today. Wish me luck!

 

Big Day

 Today is a big day!

Scott began his new position this morning and I am anxious to hear updates. I keep hoping with everything I have that he does not hate it, and that it meets his expectations. The previous position, which ended on Friday, was not accurately communicated and resulted 13 weeks of purgatory. It will take time for his bruises to heal, but I know we will never blindly trust again. 

Fingers crossed the position presents the opportunities to interact with and to directly assist students. Scott is chomping at the bit to get busy helping these kids!

My week is going to be busy with meetings, but other than that it will be uneventful. At this point, boredom will be welcome! Next week I have off and I'm really looking forward to just enjoying time without obligations.  I can't believe Thanksgiving is almost here!