Hi ho, hi ho, it's back to work I go... That's right! The new school year is just around the corner and I just know it's going to be a great year. I'm psyched and ready to go (ok, I'm almost ready, I just need a few more days). Transitioning back to work after being home with Little Bear all summer has given me a lot of things to reflect on. Here are my top ten reasons I am excited to get back to work and my top ten reasons I want to call it quits and play with Little Bear everyday.

Top Ten Reasons I am Glad To Be Back At Work

1. I love my job- I know it sounds cheesy, but I really do love my job. Especially right now. I am fortunate enough to be  a Teacher Leader in my district and be working with a team of amazing teachers to roll out the Common Core Standards. It's very challenging and exciting work. I love being in the thick of it all.

2. I am excited to try a new structure to my reading program.

3. I miss my friends.

4. I miss the kids.

5. I miss having something to do that is mine, just for me, outside the house.

6. I miss the mental stimulation.

7. I miss being connected to other adults outside my family.

8. I love having Little Bear in school. I love the socialization and experiences she gets that I could never provide for her at home.

9. I appreciate the time I do have with Little Bear and Hubby more.

10. I miss the paycheck. Let's be honest, money is definitely a part of it.


Top Ten Reasons I want to Call it Quits

1. I miss LIttle Bear more than anything when I'm at work and she's at school.

2. The house is in a constant state of clutter.

3. Last minute runs to the grocery store on weekdays.

4. I miss Little Bear.

5. Getting up early.

6. I can't give Piper as much attention.

7. "I'm done!" and other such sayings I hear multiple times a day (any teacher out there knows what I'm talking about)

8. Yard duty

9. I can't seem to squeeze regular runs into the weekday schedule.

10. Did I mention how much I miss Little Bear?