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Spring Break Reflection


My favorite things about this break...
a more relaxing morning routine
more time to read & write & create
lunches out with friends
going to see a matinee
the freedom to make my own schedule

The things I don't like about this break...
lots of alone time
feeling invisible sometimes
rain and chilly weather
no traveling
so much to get done

Yet as this break comes to an end
I'm grateful for time to reflect
I'm grateful for time to write
I'm grateful for time to finish things
I'm grateful...



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  1. AnonymousMarch 29, 2018 at 7:29 PM

    I like the structure of your post. The sub-headings make the contrast clear and the end shares the true impact of the Spring break- being "grateful for the time."

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  2. drferreriblogspot.comMarch 29, 2018 at 7:38 PM

    I too like the structure of your post. I'm just beginning a shortened break that will amazingly be my last "break" and it is definitely bittersweet. I guess it is the mixed emotions of break when we are not traveling or otherwise distracted - a break when we have time to reflect.

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  3. Leigh Anne EckMarch 29, 2018 at 9:24 PM

    Doesn't it just go by so fast! Glad you got to enjoy doing some of your favorite things.

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  4. Margaret SimonMarch 30, 2018 at 4:24 PM

    That time flew by. I have also enjoyed lunch with friends. Our weather has been glorious, especially today. I have almost completed my list that I set out to do. Next up is school work and I'm putting that off for as long as I can. I hope you are going back refreshed and ready to tackle the next few months. It will take lots of energy and perseverance.

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