Jean in Newcastle Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I'm the kind of person who wants all her ducks in a row. Now granted, they haven't all lined up since ds was about 4 years old, but right at the moment I feel like all the ducks are scattering left and right. I don't have enough time to get everything done. I don't have enough energy to everything done. I was hoping that by taking this week off I would have a chance to get a few of the ducks lined up anyway. I was hoping that I would get ds caught up and everything graded. I think that will get done but will take the entire week to accomplish because he is going slower than molasses right now. I was hoping that I would get lesson planning done for dd10. I don't think that will happen at all. I was hoping to actually work on the dumping ground that is our schoolroom but that isn't going to happen. And I was sort of hoping that I would get a break. Honestly, right at the moment I wish these children would go home and I could get a break from them like a "real" teacher. But then I remember that they are home and I'm stuck with them. I don't know what this is. I think it's just a vent. I need to just adjust my expectations of what will or won't get done. Nothing will explode if I don't get my to-do list done. We are taking off 3 weeks in December so I will have another chance at the schoolroom. The 6 hour drive to my brother's house for Thanksgiving will be stressful (I think) but I will get a chance to put my feet up once I"m there. And the kids will be distracted by cousins and pets and their aunt and uncle and will leave me alone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElizabethB Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Hugs. I would post the little hugs guys but can't figure them out yet on the new format, so you get no cute hug pictures from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Hugs. I would post the little hugs guys but can't figure them out yet on the new format, so you get no cute hug pictures from me. If you want to add them and can't find the emoticon, just type grouphug between two colons, with no spaces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElizabethB Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 If you want to add them and can't find the emoticon, just type grouphug between two colons, with no spaces. I tried that but I had a space, here you go: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 I tried that but I had a space, here you go: :grouphug: LOL - I feel doubly hugged! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 Well, dh and I were going to try and squeeze in a date tomorrow night. But I'm having either 3 or 4 fillings in the afternoon and the thought of trying to have date night right before we go on a trip was a big stressor. We talked it over and decided to do it after we get back sometime. I had a burst of energy and got the laundry loaded and set for a delay start to start first thing in the morning. I have the dishwasher running. The kitchen is still a mess but at least some of it has been taken care of. I made (and slightly burned) dh's breakfast - he reheats it. I've ironed dh's work clothes. I checked the route that I will have to travel and found out that the pass is having a rain storm but there is no snow. That's a huge relief because I was worried about putting on chains. Now I hope that my adrenals will calm down so that I can sleep. Thank you all for the hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 If you have 6 hours of travel, I'd do what you could to make that relaxing. A book on tape and a huge bribe to keep the kids quiet? :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 If you have 6 hours of travel, I'd do what you could to make that relaxing. A book on tape and a huge bribe to keep the kids quiet? :grouphug: :iagree: I do hope you slept well. that ALWAYS helps! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 :grouphug: I know how you're feeling. I hope the car ride goes well. We downloaded an audio book from the library for our 8 hour trip. But I know, sometimes it feels like you can never catch up, there is always too much on the to-do list. :grouphug: I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mimm Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 :grouphug: Put off what you can till your three week Christmas break. :) I'm big on the stress relieving benefits of procrastination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiguirre Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I'd delegate whatever clean up you could to the kids and concentrate on getting ready for the trip. Good luck with the fillings and the 6 hour car trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenC3 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I know what you mean. Can't they all just leave me alone and go home sometimes? Lol. Enjoy your holiday:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 :grouphug: I'm sorry :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 If I lived near you, I would come and help! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 :grouphug: Jean :grouphug: , Enjoy putting those feet up once you get there. You deserve it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 If you have 6 hours of travel, I'd do what you could to make that relaxing. A book on tape and a huge bribe to keep the kids quiet? :grouphug: I hadn't thought of a book on tape. Very good idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5LittleMonkeys Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Oh, I love long car rides. I have car narcolepsy and I end up sleeping like the dead...don't hear a peep. :D I hope you get refreshed while visiting your brother. Just keep remembering that you will have those 3 weeks in December. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 20, 2012 Author Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you all for the encouragement. I'm praying the Serenity prayer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I knew that nothing would get done this week for DS, so I have announced Thanksgiving Reading Week. Sort of vacation, but he has to finish several books he started. (DD gets the week off completely because she had a stressful semester and needs the break). My college students are soooo ready for a week of break at this point; so don't feel bad if school does not get done. Maybe your kids need a break, too. Btw, long car rides are perfect for sneaking in school for the kids and self-education for the adults via audio books or TC lectures. Everything we learned about Ancient, medieval and Renaissance history (and there is a whole lot of it), we learned in the car. And it felt sooo good to have something accomplished without effort. (And that can be all the school that did not get done) Have a safe drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Hang in there, Jean. The holidays are stressful for so many. I'm like you and need to have things planned, boxes checked, etc, so I completely understand your angst. I yearn to be one of those laid back people, but I'm just not. I've learned that I need to take it one moment at a time during times like this (the serenity prayer helps a lot too). So many things are out of our control. Don't give up hope. It will all fall into place at some point. Breathe, love yourself, and know that you are in my prayers! :grouphug: Have a safe trip and a happy Thanksgiving!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jujsky Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Can you possibly take the week after Thanksgiving off as well? I know you might be reluctant to do that since you're taking 3 weeks off around Christmas, but it might do you some good. It's hard to play catch-up during a holiday week. We took this week off too, but it was less to get things done and more because we wouldn't get anything (school-wise at least) done, if you know what I mean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 21, 2012 Author Share Posted November 21, 2012 Thank you everyone. I've gotten through the day. I had three teeth filled. Ds15 FINALLY got his schoolwork done from last week. Dh talked me into leaving the kids home tonight and going to see Skyfall. The laundry is all done (though not folded and put away). The grading isn't done but I plan to bring it with me. Most likely I'll bring it with me and then back home again without touching it but at least I'll feel like I made the effort. ;) The house is a mess but hopefully we can tidy it a bit before leaving tomorrow morning. I got an audiobook for us to listen to in the car. My only concern now is that my brother called and said that they are getting 8 inches of snow tomorrow. I've got 4-wheel drive but. . . So, I'd appreciate prayers about that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 :grouphug: I know that it's a bit late but I hope the drive goes well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Just don't leave on Friday if the roads are bad or it is still snowing. Please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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