...I'm Free At Last!
Last Friday (a week ago) was my last day in that classroom. I resigned, and have already started looking for a sub job.
Why?
Mostly knee problems, which weren't going to be resolved while simultaneously driving 2 hours a day to and from work. Also, my husband is planning a move back to OH. We'll have to get the house ready to sell, clear out a WHOLE lot of paper and junk, and that just isn't going to be done while also teaching full-time.
I chose to resign, rather than take multiple (and mostly non-consecutive) days off. The kids I taught were mostly 9th grade, who didn't handle changes in routine well. I felt the responsible thing to do was to make a clean break.
But, it does mean some loss of income. However, my health is worth it to me.
Some good things have come out of this decision: