Saturday, April 28, 2007

Twenty-two more days of school! It's exhilarating. I haven't had a summer off since I was in high school. I've held at least part-time work since the summer I turned 16. In college I took classes and worked 2-3 jobs. Then there was full-time work for the state government, no summers off there. Then I started working on my Master's and worked full-time and took classes in the summer. Last summer I had a new baby and finished my last 7 hours of graduate work. This is my first summer off and I'm so excited! It works out to be about 8 weeks off (with conferences and some summer work) but I am thrilled to be able to spend some real time with my kids. Days in a row of us doing things together as we choose.

We're going to have to get into a routine because I'm a terrible housekeeper and can be an impatient mom. I want us to do lots of fun things like going to the zoo and running through the sprinkler. I'd also love to please the hubby and keep the house sparkling clean. The two don't really go together do they? Still, it's so fun to finally have something awesome to look forward to!

5 comments:

Jacqniel said...

You will have a great summer! You will love being a 'stay at home mom' - even if it is only for 8 weeks. Your house will be somewhat cleaner - but who cares if it's not perfect. Relax and enjoy. You DESERVE it!

Jenifer said...

Good for you! Clean later, enjoy the summer. Like I am one to dispense the advice on these matters.

Sounds like you will be busy in the best way possible.

Michelle said...

There's about 5 weeks left of school here and I'm not so sure I'm looking forward to it! LOL I keep wondering what I'm going to go all day long to keep Kayla busy and entertained LOL

Mimi said...

That sure is a long time to go without a summer: you've earned it for sure. Your kids will be so happy to see you so relaxed and available, I'm sure. Enjoy.

nikkis30by30 said...

I am a stay at home mom and my house is never sparkling. Get your head outta the clouds!! LOL!! Just remember.... settle down cobwebs! Memories with your babies is more important than that clean house!!