A Spring Break Bucket List to Rejuvenate

This blog post is dedicated to a colleague and a dear friend. Lorrie, you will be missed and many of these thoughts and ideas came from the many fun times that we shared. Heaven awaits a very special person. Rest in peace my good friend!

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It’s almost here! We have persevered through three months of winter. We have dealt with the treacherous weather conditions, the task of fighting off the many classroom illnesses, the turmoil of state testing, a recent tragedy, and the everyday grind in the occupation of teaching. Spring Break is finally upon us!

Although there’s still a lot left to do with our students, breaks are something teachers really need. Spring Break re-energizes us! Many of you might have plans of a luxurious vacation in paradise, while others may just be traveling to spend some time with family. However, I’m guessing that the majority are just spending the time at home or just plain catching up. Whatever you might be up to, this blog’s sole intent is to kick off your well deserved Spring Break and give you some tips on how you can successfully recuperate and ready yourself for the final run. Enjoy!:

 

Plan Nothing- Imagine a day without anything to do.  A day without meetings to attend or appointments to be made. A day without anything is a day of relaxation. A day spent in your pajamas.

Don’t Set Any Alarms- Oh the joys of a 9- day weekend. Bring back the days of college- rise and shine at the crack of noon? How fun it is to wake up when you want? No need to worry about your snooze button.

Read a (Whole) Book- How many times have you picked up a book to read, only to find out something else comes up? Dig deep into that book that you’ve been putting off for a while. Indulge yourself with some uninterrupted reading. A nice cup of coffee or another favorite beverage will make it so worth the while!

Blast Your Music & Dance!- If there ever was a time to let loose, do it now. If the weather allows, open those windows and crank those tunes- let it all out! I’m thinking Tom Cruise in Risky Business!

Road Trip!- Take one, or several, quick two-three day road trips- take in some sights in the Heartland of America or venture out to our neighbors to the north or south. Spending a couple days away does wonders for the soul! Don’t forget the SELFIE at each state’s Welcome sign!

Buy Something for your Other Rooms- So many times we’re buying things for our classrooms. It’s time to splurge on your own house. Walk around your house and focus on your own flexible seating! Find a relaxing project that takes care of your own needs.

Catch up on Life!- We all have things that we put off- now is a great time to get caught up. Whether it’s emailing a friend, adding to a scrapbook page, or finishing up some tax filing, get it done, then get back to relaxing!

Indulge in March Madness- Is there a better time to follow the NCAA tournament than during Spring Break? Cheer on your favorite team (probably not a local one) or just track your brackets. If you’re lucky enough, head out to a host site and catch some action!

Get Back into the Exercise Room- If there is ever a time to get yourself back into a routine, it is now! This is a great time to blow off some steam and get yourself ready for the summer! Get that schedule started now- it’s easier to get started when you have nothing else planned!

It’s Opening Day- Take Me Out to the Ballgame- enjoy the start of the baseball season! Spring training games are wrapping up and the regular season official start is March 28. Make an attempt at one of those road trips and catch the action live. There’s also a good chance our high school and college teams are hitting the fields.

Throw a Dinner Party- What a great way to catch up with friends and neighbors! Give it a Spring Break kind of theme while you’re at it. Fire up that grill and take it outside if the weather permits. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, make the most of a night to enjoy with friends.

Pamper Yourself- Get that relaxing massage you’ve been putting off. If you need your nails done, what better time? Maybe you can even soak up some sun! For those golfers out there, what’s more relaxing than time on the range?

Binge Watch- All those Netflix shows you’ve been putting off, this is the perfect opportunity! Coach’s tip: Need some humor? Search Netflix for The Ranch. If you’re a fan of The Office, this is the ideal binge for you! I’ve also heard that Jack Ryan is a big hit!

Stay Up Late- Remember those days? Who needs a bedtime during Spring Break? If you’re sleeping in, why bother watching a clock? Great way to make the most out of binge watching as well.

Get out and Enjoy the Weather- I am so hopeful that this is possible (fingers crossed)! Take a ride on your bike or a stroll through the neighborhood. Get out those shorts and flip-flops. Enjoy your morning coffee out on the deck and just listen to the sounds of Spring in the air!

Call your BFF and Just Chat- When was the last time you actually had this opportunity? Your teaching BFF does not count– this needs to be that friend or sibling that you just haven’t had the opportunity to chat with. Reach out and indulge yourself in the conversation.

Start Planning Summer Vacation- What better time to start? Get a game plan going- plan out each week so you’re not wasting away precious time during the summer.

Finally, RELAX!– Enjoy your time away by just going about your day like you just don’t care. Get yourself healthy- get those doctor visits out of the way. Dedicate your break to taking care of yourself and rejuvenating for the final two months of the school year.

 

Have a safe and refreshing Spring Break!

 

One thought on “A Spring Break Bucket List to Rejuvenate

  1. My favorite one is to buy something for another room . . . flexible seating in your house!!! Funny, but very true!!

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