Not Longer Teaching, But Still Learning

My friend from the Teaching Agency rang in Friday, to ask how I was. After a chat about my health and the pattern of my days [most of which involve a mid-day rest] we agreed that I'm still not strong enough to do a full day in the class room. "I shall de-activate your file, until you are fully recovered" she said "so you won't feel under any pressure". 

I think it was a wise decision.
I told my friend I'd been deactivated - and she said "You are like a robot who has been switched off!"

I was hoping to be considered something a little more glamorous than an inert robot - 

like a  sleeping Wonderwoman, perhaps?
But I acknowledge the reality of the situation - I need to recharge my batteries fully, before trying to get back to being busy every day.

Friends continue to be so kind- thank you E&A for the lovely card last week, you know who you are [I nearly typed A&E, but then people might worry I was back at the hospital!]




Bless made a very helpful comment yesterday - whilst waiting, and resting for renewed strength, it is important to 'live in the moment'. We knew Saturday would be tiring [our annual Ferndown Fete on the Field] and then Sunday morning Church isis usually wonderful, but exhausting. So we decided to treat ourselves to Sunday Lunch at a local carvery. It was really lovely to be able to enjoy a good meal together, prepared by somebody else, and relax and chat with no external pressures. 
I am determined not to fall into the trap of constantly regretting the things I am currently unable to do - that way lies depression and misery. Rather I shall revel in the good things, the little achievements - the small moments as my dear friend Elizabeth has entitled her blog. The Old Testament prophet Zechariah urged people "do not despise the day of small things"
One step at a time, and I shall get there eventually. And I will take my time, and enjoy the journey!