Fear of the "Blank Days"

. . . summer vacation isn't all it's cracked up to be

Published on May 30, 2005 By lobsterhunter In Misc

"So, what are you going to do with yourself all summer?"

I have come to dread this question.

Everyone seems to be asking it, and to be real honest, I don't have an answer. I am a school teacher, and although most folks would relish having two months off in the summer, I increasingly fear this season of uncertainty.

You see, busyness is a much needed distraction in my life. I don't particularly enjoy being still for extended periods of time, and the thought of having unlimited blank days ahead of me is quite terrifying. As I write this blog, I am quickly formulating a to-do list for the next 24 hours. I need structure, and having a wide open schedule causes me anxiety. Yes, I am aware of how disturbed this sounds considering that "normal" people would absolutely love the chance to do nothing. But, I guess I'm not normal.

This blog really has no point, so I will go now. If you have any suggestions or thoughts, please feel free to share.

P.S. I've been watching the Star Wars Episodes. They provide a good brain-numbing experience. "

Comments

Texas Wahine

on May 30, 2005

Come see me...we're renewing our vows on the beach with a dress and new rings and a cake and the whole deal...July 15th.

lobsterhunter

on May 31, 2005

July 15th

Oh Brandie, I am so happy for you and Adrian. Congratulations, and may the days ahead be full of peace and gentleness. I will pencil July 15th on my calendar.

Shovelheat

on May 31, 2005

Oh man!

No WAY I can relate! I would LOVE-LOVE-LOVE to have two months of "Blank days"!!!!!

Oh well... try to enjoy them anyway...

new-age nomad

on May 31, 2005

haha....

Star Wars? Come on!!!!

Trinitie

ParaTed2k

on May 31, 2005

I'll quote my dad on this one. After a lifetime of putting his fingerprints on satelites, spy planes, unmanned aerial vehicles, missile systems and who knows how many data link computer systems, he hung it all up and retired. When he left the plant for the last time, his fellow electronic engineers (and other co-workers) were sure that he would hate retirement and come running back, desperate to relieve the bordom!

7 years later, he still says, "If you can't have fun without a job, that's your fault!"

My hope to you is that you can enjoy your summer as much as he enjoys retirement. (you'll have to try to keep up with him though, he'll turn 70 next year and he recently bought another trail bike!) ;~D

lobsterhunter

on May 31, 2005

"If you can't have fun without a job, that's your fault!"

This will be my slogan for the summer. Thanks for sharing.

Bruce

on Jun 01, 2005

Don't dread the question of what you are going to do for the summer. Tell them a whole world of possibilities are open to you (which is true) and you haven't decided yet. "Blank days"? Hardly! They are just days you haven't lived yet. I'll hold you to that new slogan of yours. And I agree with Trin: Star Wars? Hopefully they were the originals. You want to kill some time I've got some painting...

new-age nomad

on Jun 01, 2005

"They are just days you haven't lived yet."

I'm putting that shit on a pillow.

Trinitie

Bruce

on Jun 02, 2005

Hey Trin, send me a pillow too.

Bruce

on Jun 05, 2005

Blank days no more. You're a home owner! Yeah!!

lobsterhunter

on Jun 05, 2005

You're a home owner!

Yes I am! I officially took the plunge. Thank you so much for all your encouragement along the way.

new-age nomad

on Jun 10, 2005

So when am I moving in?

Trinitie

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