Tuesday, August 28, 2012

A Chapter


A slug,
a troll,
is what I've been.

A bit slow,
a bit small,
invisible I've been.

Not slimy
not hairy
but, I've been.

A bit sorry,
a bit pity,
a bit sad I've been.



So, I've been away from the blogosphere a bit. Not how I would have pictured my August to be. I had big plans to write everyday. Then, on a sunny August day, on my way outside to ask my husband a question snap, bam, boom, I broke my foot.
People...I teach kindergarten!
I looked at my husband after the realization and all he could say is, "I know."
I was in disbelief. It has changed everything about how I would normally prepare. It has changed my priorities. It has forced me to look at things differently. It is a small thing, really it is...but it has changed me. I can still do a lot of things and there are a lot of things I cannot do. It makes many things take twice as long, and again, there are some things I just can't do, so I save time! I can't go to my writing spot in my house, this changes me and my routines. I have had to give in and give up on some things, but it is really just a bump. A short chapter in the many of my life. I have always said, I hope to make my life a great read, everyone should.

Sometimes, I just wish I was the one writing it!
 

5 comments:

Stacey said...

I, too, have many days that I wish I were writing my own life. When injuries, illnesses, or other unwanted things happen, it just feels like someone else is writing my life.
I hope your foot heals. I know how hard it is to be injured and teach.

Lori said...

I hope the next chapter is an easy one! I start my 4th year in K this year. Well actually Young 5's. There is a ton of set up!!
Blessings on your new year!

Linda B said...

Oh Betsy, isn't it John Lennon who said, "Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." That's you. I just thought you were taking a nice break, but it never occurred to me it was an accident. I'm glad it was no more, & I assume you are healing. You know, the little kindies will love this, talking about it, looking at your cast, etc. You'll be a hit! Best wishes!!

Jaana said...

I am glad you back to slicing and writing! The simplicity of your poem makes it powerful! Wishes for a speedy recovery!

Michelle said...

Oh no! There is definitely never a good time to break your foot, but it has forced you to slow down a bit, reflect, and learn about life in this small chapter of your life. I love how you have thought about it. Best wishes for a smooth recovery and new normal.