Home Alone

My family is out of town for the weekend.  I've still spent most of my time doing schoolwork, so it's not like I've partied.  (I can't remember ever partying, come to think of it.  I'm pretty sober overall.)

So I'm still worn out physically and mentally.  I need to change my workload (lessen it, that is).

After Break

It's the week after Fall Break, and I don't feel well-rested.  I've got projects coming in and the grading is running me ragged.

Not enough sleep, not enough down-time for my body and achy muscles.

Made It to Break

Well, it's Break.  Not that I've noticed much---no catching up on sleep or recreation.  Body aches something also, especially my head.

Want to be ahead;  want to have my class preparation wrapped up, a plan for the rest of the semester.  Want to feel on top of things instead of dealing with work responsibilities on a day-by-day basis.

Halfway Point

Our midterm is this coming Friday.  It is shocking on a deep level that we are at the halfway point---so much yet to cover.  On the other hand my teaching load seems to have ingrained itself on me---as if we've always done it this way.

My grading is in pretty good shape as the deadline for turning grades in approaches.  The students may be more stressed out than I am.