This was a VERY LONG week. I am glad it is the weekend, though it means LOTS of chores for me. I am so behind. I am going to tackle the laundry pile and clean my bedroom. The shower is getting slippery, though I am the only one to notice such things. How s it 3 of 5 people can shower in the same area and only one notices that the yellow tiles have a slightly greenish tint to them near the floor?? Ewwww. I think I will try Susan's way of cleaning...1/2 hour cleaning...1/2 hour relaxing. At least for tomorrow.

In other news, I will be starting my new hours on the 21st. I will only work 4 hours a day and only in the office. It will be so strange to not be in my classroom. The new teacher is very sweet. She is also very leary of taking on the responsibility of preparing this years class for Kindergarten. I've offered my services for the frst few weeks to answer any questions, help her with lesson plans, arrainge a class schedule, etc. I'll have to remember it is HER class and keep my opinions to myself.

Finally, I have insomnia. I am up most nights at about 3 a.m. I stay awake a few hours, get another hour then get up for work. It is getting old. I've cut out caffeine and afternoon naps, relax in the hot tub, listen to soft music, try and clear my head...nothing works. If it goes on much longer, I do believe I may go a little crazy.