Ty started e-learning Monday, as decided by his district. My school followed suit today. I spent the week scrambling to assess kindergarteners and prepare lengthy packets of educational materials for the remainder of the semester. It was heartbreaking work.
Ty is once again thriving as a virtual learner; his teacher and I in regular communication to confirm. Kate is delighted to once again have company throughout her day. They have resumed the friendship gained in quarantine last spring. I am grateful.
Earlier than usual, I recognized a strong desire to cancel the holidays. I lack the emotional reserves to fake joy this year. Due to motherhood obligations and overall well-being, I resumed documenting gratitude. My mental health necessitates this and more.
- golden bridge at sunset
- caramel babies with squishy cheeks
- adult daughters checking in
- hot tea delivered bedside before the alarm sounds
- evening walk
- laughter among co-workers
- toothless grin
- early crescent moon on clear night
- Spiderman on a Google meet
- knitting lesson with Anna
- Austin's countdown to visit Mimi
- A tiny friend exclaiming she was "feeling giggled"
- Unexpected gifts from my smallest students as they said goodbye for a season
- Pink sky
- Virtual shenanigans with kindergarteners who simply do not care about reading lessons. They have far more interesting stories to share. I adore them.
- Kate's obvious amusement at the animated Grinch movie
- Five year old recommendation to use the bathroom as an office location for google meets. As amused as I was, I declined.
Remember when she was sweet?(see message board) 
Even Pip, the hedgehog is ready for Christmas 
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