Some Relief
Sorry it's been so long since I wrote. I thought about writing a blog a week ago, as we went off on Spring Break (ya!), but somehow time has gotton away from me.
I really needed the break. I was starting to become burnt out. I had grand plans to get ahead on the major papers that loom now at the end of the semester. I did do some research for one and get another smaller paper written and revised to a place where I am happy with it and could hand it in if necessary. (But I'll probably continue to pick at it.) I have a handle on the topics and general shape of the last projects. But that's about it. In my dreams I had hoped to have a couple of these papers drafted. Ha, ha, ha.
I definitely think the Spring Semester has been harder than the Fall Semester in terms of balancing everything. Having two classes in Baltimore seems to make a difference. And one of those classes, while really neat, was front-loaded with work outside of class. There also seems to be much more happening on the family side of things. We've been battling asthma, various viruses and gearing up at the same time for the spring allergy season. Too many doctor's appointments. There are also more weekend activities clamoring for my time and the spotty nicer weather lures me into taking on playground outings, bike rides, etc. whenever temperatures rise. Let's not underestimate the impact of birthday season, either. My kids and many of their friends have birthdays in the second part of the school year. Socially, these parties are important, I've found, because so much of what kids do today is structured. They don't just play outside with the neighborhood kids. The birthday party circuit is a major way kids today interact with their peers. Out of necessity, parents are involved.
I don't have much more to say. Registration will begin soon for fall classes. I am hoping that next year I will be able to better utilize the Shady Grove campus. It's so much closer to home for me.
