So begins a new journey, a new normal. During this coronavirus health crisis, the state of Kansas has mandated that all school buildings stay closed for the remainder of the school year. And for teachers that means shifting from in-person to online learning in some form. We don't know what that is going to look like or even what kind of time it will require. Until then, we are encouraged to try to enjoy what is left of our Spring Break. My first instinct was to hibernate and cut myself off from everyone because I was on the edge of panic. However, as I learned in counseling, a little time alone when I'm craving it is okay, but I will only get worse if I continue past the point where I'm not in danger of panicking. As much as it feels like a chore or outside of my comfort zone, finding connections and spending time with others will go much farther to pull me out of my sad little rut.
That's where this crazy blogging idea comes in. Starting a blog or group has been on my list of "hobbies I would like to start" for FOREVER. I have started blog posts umpteen times in the last 2 years and then just saved them without ever going back to refine or do anything with them.
I hope that this is a hobby that turns into some sort of therapy on its own. I hope for an avenue of connection and support.
I don't think your blogging idea is crazy at all and I will be a boisterous cheerleader for you. You have a tremendous gift of beautiful and genuine writing.
ReplyDeleteI too like to hibernate but am really missing connections with people. If you are interested in occasional virtual gatherings, I'd love to participate. I think Zoom is going to be our best friend for awhile.