To say the least, I am so ready for spring break.
I'm already envisioning the deep cleaning, packing, and relaxation I'll hopefully get done. I also am in desperate need of a break from being a Mom. My 11 month old is teething, so he is needing me more than usual. Poor baby is in pain. However, I am mentally exhausted. I am so tired of school, pumping, cleaning, and feeling sick. A couple of weeks ago my baby was sick with a cold, double ear infection and he was teething. At first, I knew he was sick with a cold, after all, I wasn't getting much sleep because of it. That Thursday, we couldn't keep his temperature down, I was so worried. I took off the school day, called his PED and brought him in. Thank goodness for modern medicine and Peds that are family friends. I don't think I could afford a trip to the ER. Last week, my fiance's mom, who watches the baby frequently, was sick. I ended up missing my night class both weeks for my baby being sick, and then because I didn't have a sitter. I usually have my fiance watch him for my night class but, he had dinner with doctors. He works in medical sales, so there was no way out of it, especially at the last minute. I had so much guilt for missing. I hate missing. Not only that, I missed the two classes before my midterm. I'm fairly confident in the material however, I don't like feeling unprepared. Sometimes I'm told I'm harder on myself than anyone else is but still, I pride myself in being responsible. However, the stress is getting to me, and I feel my motivation slipping. I feel the exhaustion and sickness beginning to set in. I feel drained mentally and emotionally. Wheres the pause button when you need one? Thank goodness for spring break........I can't wait to see you!
I'm already envisioning the deep cleaning, packing, and relaxation I'll hopefully get done. I also am in desperate need of a break from being a Mom. My 11 month old is teething, so he is needing me more than usual. Poor baby is in pain. However, I am mentally exhausted. I am so tired of school, pumping, cleaning, and feeling sick. A couple of weeks ago my baby was sick with a cold, double ear infection and he was teething. At first, I knew he was sick with a cold, after all, I wasn't getting much sleep because of it. That Thursday, we couldn't keep his temperature down, I was so worried. I took off the school day, called his PED and brought him in. Thank goodness for modern medicine and Peds that are family friends. I don't think I could afford a trip to the ER. Last week, my fiance's mom, who watches the baby frequently, was sick. I ended up missing my night class both weeks for my baby being sick, and then because I didn't have a sitter. I usually have my fiance watch him for my night class but, he had dinner with doctors. He works in medical sales, so there was no way out of it, especially at the last minute. I had so much guilt for missing. I hate missing. Not only that, I missed the two classes before my midterm. I'm fairly confident in the material however, I don't like feeling unprepared. Sometimes I'm told I'm harder on myself than anyone else is but still, I pride myself in being responsible. However, the stress is getting to me, and I feel my motivation slipping. I feel the exhaustion and sickness beginning to set in. I feel drained mentally and emotionally. Wheres the pause button when you need one? Thank goodness for spring break........I can't wait to see you!
I'm right with you. Bring on Spring Break!
ReplyDeleteIts right around the corner!! Thank goodness! (:
DeleteI can’t imagine being a mother of a very young child as well as a full time Teacher. You certainly deserve the upcoming break.
ReplyDeleteOh man, now I feel kinda bad because i'm only a full time student! It still hard work but being a full time teacher I'm envisioning, would be more exhausting!
DeleteYou have a lot on your plate. It's very inspiring to hear you talk about your commitment to your family, classes, and teaching. Hoping Spring Break is everything you need it to be, and that it gets here soon!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! <3
DeleteCan't wait for spring break! I'm in awe of all you're doing and you definitely will have earned this break!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! (:
DeleteYou are so strong I'm not sure how you do it, but you're amazing!!! You just have to make it through one more day, one more day till some sweet, much needed, relaxation. You got this girl!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jenna!! It's finally here!! <3
DeleteHang in there, girl! You're almost there! And yes, teething and ear infections make EVERYTHING harder.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dr. Kerbs!! It definitely does! But it already is getting so much better!
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