Every day is a National (insert subject here). Today on the morning news I learned that today is National Do Nothing Day. My dog seems to celebrate every day. He's an old man who enjoys nothing more than a good nap, and maybe a delicious treat. Wouldn't it be nice to live like a dog?
At this moment I'm laying on the couch with him at my feet while I type this us but my day hasn't been a do nothing kind of day. I spent the morning making sure my kids were ready for school, put them on the bus, then did some light housework. Then I put in my usual 3 hours in the cafeteria running register and cleaning up after these messy children. Do you realize how much food these kids waste? Do you realize how much mess they leave behind? I bet if you knew you wouldn't be too happy. These kids, though, I enjoy them. I really do love the job. The ladies I work with are a lot of fun. We lovingly pick on each other and work well as a team. The kids are fun to talk to and some will greet me with a hug or a simple smile. Then there are kids, mainly the sixth graders, who don't want to be bothered. I get it, they are reaching those confusing teen years. I love the job because it gets me out of the house for a little bit and it works with my children's schedule. I am still home when they are home and I still have a few hours before and after work where I'm home alone. This job is good for me. I'm thankful for it. But working in an elementary school cafeteria doesn't allow me to take part in the Do Nothing Day. I will also soon have to finish housework, get dinner prepared and take my daughter to dance class. Maybe, just maybe, I can have a Do Nothing Night after the kids are in bed.
At least I have this moment right now to just relax. There is no school the rest of the week and next Monday. The teachers have meetings on Thursday and Friday and we cafeteria ladies also have one tomorrow morning. Then we will most likely be stuck inside because the next four days are calling for a big snow storm. I will have five days of loud chaos from two little children. So, I will take this moment to enjoy some peace and quiet. Hopefully you can find some time to enjoy National Do Nothing Day.
Isn't it funny how there is always a National something day going on? lol
ReplyDeleteLove your little boy, he is so sweet :)
Yes, it's always something. Thank you, he was found on the streets last year and we "adopted" him from friends who were fostering him. He's been a great addition to our home.
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