Most Fridays during the school year, I work late. I like to have everything in place and ready to go for Monday morning before I leave for the weekend. I am usually the last car to leave the lot.
But today, I developed spring fever and had to leave work about an hour and half earlier than I typically do.
How do I know that I definitely have spring fever? I have all of the symptoms.
I let my students eat snack outside today and gave them an extra recess.
I was feeling restless.
I was yawning.
My mind was distracted. I couldn’t focus on anything I needed to do. It was hard for me to sit down and concentrate on planning lessons for next Tuesday. I kept getting out of my seat to go and clean something.
My body was filled with excitement. I was looking forward to being outside in the warm sunshine on a walk with my husband and dog.
My mood was happier than usual.
So, in order to treat my illness and take care of myself, I turned off my computer. I left a pile of papers on my desk and I walked right out the door.
I think spring fever must be contagious, because all of my colleagues had gone home early too.
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Good for you, Julie. Enjoy the beautiful spring weather. It is such a gift after a long, restrictive winter.
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Right there with you! I’m usually one of the last to leave, but every day this week, all I could think about was getting out the door while it was still warm and sunny. So nice to be thinking about Spring!
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Why shouldn’t we have spring fever and treat ourselves too? I love that you left early and prioritized yourself.
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Ah yes spring fever. You captured the feelings and sentiments of many in this well crafted post! And I bet you’ll go back to work and find yourself so refreshed you get even more done than hoped because you took care of yourself first!
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It is not only those children who feel it. It’s a good fever though. And I’m glad you took advantage and busted out!
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When I had a K-12 position, I typically planned to stay late on Tuesdays. Friday is brilliant though because there is no one around to keep you from finishing the work you want to finish. I liked the description of how the school day changed in response to your fever.
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Thanks! That is exactly why I stay late on Fridays. I am usually only one of a few in the building and I get so much done.
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Teachers make instructional adjustments for our students . . . we also need to make adjustments for ourselves. Glad you adjusted your routine and embraced the season.
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