Hi All! I hope you are well! I have to apologise today as my chai will need to be in a takeaway cup as I am popping in briefly.
- If we were sipping chai together I’d let you know that it has been another week of holidays, my last full week, and I was determined to not let myself be tired before school, so we had a good few down days planned.
- If we were sipping chai together the first thing I’d want to talk to you about would be #RiNoEdMo. I’m tired and Tuesday, I felt the tiredness and emotional build up kick in. I felt DOWN. Seriously, everything had me in tears… I decided then that I needed to step back from all things taxing me mentally and rest up. I spent a whole day in bed, reading and snoozing. It must have worked, because I felt much more positive the next day, and I have had some lovely feedback from Beta Readers too over the week.
- If we were sipping chai together I would tell you that I had a lovely dinner with my colleague and friend on Tuesday, then the kids and I spent the day at Bluewater with friends on Friday, and then had a lovely barbeque with family on Sunday, leading to an impromptu sleepover for one of Lil Man’s friends. Lots of laughs and fun!
See, told you I’d be a bit of a runaway train. I’m writing this rather late at night, hence no photos today. But suffice to say the week was lovely.
- If we were sipping that chai together, and possibly reaching for cake or cookies I’d tell you that us teachers go back to school on Thursday… booo!!!! but more on that next week!
- If we were sipping that chai together, and possibly reaching for cake or cookies I’d say that it’s the last week of the holidays, so I need to make sure the kids get back to routine for term time… wish me luck!!!
Right, that’s me done Peeps! Let me how your week has been.
Rae Reads
Aug 30, 2019 @ 19:01:09
This particular teacher went back Wed…YAY!…This semester’s class is one of the most engaged, the friendliest, and perhaps the weakest in writing skills I’ve had in my 30 years at the university–talk about a challenge.
My new fav is Thai Tea with cream and sugar–my friend buys it for me at the Hong Kong Market in Houston. He is a good shopper!
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Ritu
Aug 30, 2019 @ 23:24:49
I have a very challenging class, with some significant needs this year too…
We’ll keep each other afloat!
Hmmm… Thai tea… Sounds interesting!!
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Janette Bendle
Aug 27, 2019 @ 21:57:11
I enjoyed sharing your chai
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Ritu
Aug 27, 2019 @ 22:00:03
Thank you and welcome Janette 🥰
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willowdot21
Aug 27, 2019 @ 17:11:35
Where did the Summer break go sis ?? 💜💜💜
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Ritu
Aug 27, 2019 @ 17:16:20
Tell me about it!!
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willowdot21
Aug 27, 2019 @ 17:16:37
Indeed 💜💜
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Erika Kind
Aug 26, 2019 @ 20:37:22
I am glad you made use of your time off not only in getting your plans done but also for really slowing down when it was needed. Hugs, sis 💖
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 20:40:14
The slowing down was the most important, I think, Sis 😍
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Erika Kind
Aug 27, 2019 @ 20:06:01
Feels good once we allow it to happen, right?
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Ritu
Aug 27, 2019 @ 20:07:25
Definitely, sis!
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Erika Kind
Aug 27, 2019 @ 20:46:28
I have to remind my inner voice to be more convincing… lol!
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Ritu
Aug 27, 2019 @ 21:00:11
😁
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Erika Kind
Aug 27, 2019 @ 21:01:59
😄
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John W. Howell
Aug 26, 2019 @ 17:37:36
Glad you got some rest. Enjoy the balance of the holiday (as short as it is)
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 18:18:16
I am trying my hardest, John! Taking the kids to see The Lion King tomorrow ( though more for me!) and may have to pop into school on Wednesday for some pre-prep!!!
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John W. Howell
Aug 27, 2019 @ 14:24:09
Pre-prep sounds like toe in water.
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Ritu
Aug 27, 2019 @ 16:04:15
It is… Kinda!
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John W. Howell
Aug 27, 2019 @ 16:10:21
😊
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OIKOS™-Publishing
Aug 26, 2019 @ 17:13:47
Yes, i agree. Teachers have to be earlier at school. Next Thursday is a good time for it. Lol Thats enthusiasm, Sis! Good to have you back, well minded and full of fun. Michael
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 18:17:32
Thanks Bro!!! Two more vacation days to go!
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OIKOS™-Publishing
Aug 26, 2019 @ 18:37:41
Always my pleasure, Sis! Use it wisely, have a break, and a good ice cream too. 🙂 Michael
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syl65
Aug 26, 2019 @ 15:24:21
Glad you could some down time in and then enjoy the rest the week without feeling burned out Sister 💜 Thursday kicks off a new school year and hopefully a great one for you!
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 15:28:24
Thank you Brother 🥰 here’s hoping 🥰
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syl65
Aug 26, 2019 @ 15:50:29
You’re welcome Sister ❤️ Believe it so ❤️
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Gloria
Aug 26, 2019 @ 11:04:40
We all need time out now and then Ritu .
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 11:34:57
We do indeed!
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meenawalia
Aug 26, 2019 @ 10:15:36
Glad u had a lovely week and spent time with the kids..my week went by badgering kids to complete their home work and shopping for my eldest one for his college that begins today 😆
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 10:17:11
Thanks Meena. I had a bit of that too!!
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robertawrites235681907
Aug 26, 2019 @ 08:00:11
Maybe you have been overdoing it a bit, Ritu. Our schools always go back on a Tuesday, with the teachers going in on the MOnday before. Thursday at least results in a nice short week.
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 09:41:29
Yup, I think overdoing it was my problem…
I’ll pop in on Wednesday, to make sure the classroom is tidy, as the cleaners did a big clean. They may make sure the place is spotless, but they never put things back properly, so I have to go and make sure!! Then the Thursday and Friday are dedicated to training and updating bits and bobs, ready for the kids to start in the Monday!
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IreneDesign2011
Aug 26, 2019 @ 05:09:05
Wish you all good luck Ritu and nice to know, that your last week has been more relaxed 🙂
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Ritu
Aug 26, 2019 @ 09:38:51
For once! Thank you Irene 😍
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