Yesterday

Yesterday was a mixture.

It was last classes for two of my favourite groups of students. With one I went out for coffee and the other stayed and had a farewell drink in school. I'm going to miss all of them and I felt sad about saying goodbye.

On the other hand, it was the last day of regular teaching. I've given reports to all the students who turned up (including telling those who failed what their options are) and done all my paperwork, cleared my locker, level board, register and homework file. I have nothing left to do (touch wood) until we start teaching intensive courses on Wednesday. So that means I feel relieved.

Then again, I have nothing to do, no last minute making good, no 'forgotten' files, no undone extra-curricular responsibilities. I'm a bit bored.

Finally, in three weeks time my holiday starts - and I haven't got the slightest idea what I'm going to do to fill the time. I don't have a lot of money so I won't be going away (maybe a couple of daytrips) and this is the summer holiday here so prices have gone through the roof. I anticipate being lonely.

I'm not in a good place at the moment.

A couple of bright spots: I received a Dr Who calendar from Mauro yesterday - to give me something to look forward to in the new year and as proof that someone cares for me. Many thanks my friend. Also a certain combo from Blackhorse Lane have sent me a book on birds of Argentina - at last some way of identifying the feathered things around me. Much appreciated, Jayne, David and Robyn.

Knowing you are all there and that you care is what keeps me going.