
Greetings, LIFE WARRIORS…it’s been awhile. Our day-to-day as we know it has changed a bit since my last post.
Hello, understatement.
For me, life has consisted of slogging away in my distance-teaching hidey-hole for the last 9 weeks. And I have the gray pallor and Zoom-induced smile lines to prove it.
I know I’m one of the lucky ones, though – I kept my job and my health, and I’m so appreciative of both. But, I’m not going to lie – I’m exhausted. Even as I lament the missed in-person experiences with my students as well as the absence of closure (and many hugs) that would normally help put a sweet stamp on another year, I think I may collapse in gratitude simply for not having to create another Google Slides presentation.
Just four weeks to go.
Another thing I will be grateful for is time to write again. Because, friends, that hasn’t been happening, either. Which is why, in paradoxical fashion, it’s fitting that today I’m over at author Christi Craig’s place talking about why I write. Or, more accurately, why I still consider myself a writer, even when I’m really good at not being one.
Is this a foolish notion? Maybe. But I’m OK with playing the part of a fool. (Just ask my kids.) So, if you have a moment, please pop on over to see what this fool believes, and let me know if you (foolishly?) agree.
So, how have you been, my reading and writing friends? What has your new normal looked like? And, most importantly, do you own a Harry Potter face mask? Please share your pandemic predicaments in the comments. Stay well!
Click on the picture below to visit me at Christi Craig’s Sunday Series, Why I Write – thank you!
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So good to see you writing again! It’s been a LONG time. Bless you for being a teacher during this mess. Don’t you also have children at home? We are doing alright here in Colorado – no major hiccups here except I am getting larger and larger by the day. Cooking a LOT and wine consumption is, shall we say, rising. The weather is warming up so we have been spending a lot of time outdoors – it’s been really nice! To satisfy camping desires, we camped in the back yard – girl’s gotta do what a girl’s gotta do. Hope your summer turns out to be ok.
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It’s nice to see you back writing, and good luck finishing up your school year! I’m sure you are looking forward to working on that gray pallor of yours… 🙂
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Thank you, Jim! Yes, I could do with a little natural light and lot of sleep right now!
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sounds like the end is in sight…
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Amanda, I’m so glad you took up the pen for this guest post–I just love it! Thanks so much!
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Thanks again for having me! You gave me the swift kick I needed!
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Popping over!
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Thank you so much, Nina – good to “see” you!
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