Okay, so as summer school teachers we are counting down the days when our summer really begins. My summer afternoon naps have started but not my mornings of not waking up at 6 a.m. have not. Since most people believe that the fourth of July means summer is almost I over, I decided I would share my "Summer '09 Assessment".
Positives:
1. Officially completing my masters degree. I had a great last class, the portfolio is done, just waiting for the pay raise.
2. Getting my puppy, Bradshaw. I think I fell in love.
3. Free time. Seriously those afternoon naps are the best ever.
4. Grilling. I can't ever have too much food from the grill, now if only I can learn to make Salmon on it.
5. Finding new items on the Internet and realizing how great blogging, tweeting, etc is.
6. Sparklers and fireworks.
7. Sun, sand, and new sights and sounds.
8. Time with friends and family. I have managed to spend at least one day a week if not more with those people who are in town and who mean the world to me. "Yeah for Concerts"
9. My bike is updated.
Negatives:
1. Not working out or riding my bike. The naps get in the way....
2. Cleaning up after the puppy. And just cleaning in general.
3. Not having a motivated boyfriend who likes to travel.
4. Money and wishing I could make more/have more/win the lottery etc.
5. Not traveling more or at least some place cool!
6. Finding something new to make for lunch and dinner every night.
7. No adventures or challenges
Looking at the list, the positives outweigh the negatives. But than comes the second half...
Future Plans:
1. Trips North with family.
2. A revised schedule that includes working out.
3. The pile of books that just stare at me will be able to get read.
4. The time in the sun!
5. Seeing more family...oh Madison WI how I miss you and your summers!
6. Planning my classes, plays and organizing the variety of activities I now have!
7. Chick Trip to somewhere...
8. Training the puppy!
9. Whatever comes my way!
Looking back first semester of summer 09 would be working on a B average right now. I think second semester will help boost the grade! What is your summer assessment?
