The wonderful teacher I had found decided to accept a very well paid gig on a cruise ship... leaving on October 1st. So much or my instincts! Although I understand her position, I am very disappointed, and caught with some damage control to do. Because she had accepted my offer, I announced her arrival to our piano students, and a couple of daycares. I had also introduced the series of mini-concerts to a couple of daycares, which she was supposed to coordinate with me, and perform. So I re-posted the position on Craigs List - (https://post.craigslist.org/u/Ci3BHtC94BGvHWFF2qOMdw/u73er). This means that I am very likely to teach in a couple of daycares this fall, and postpone the new hire until January. As long as there is plenty of work, I can't really complain!
On the vacation front, the trip to Quebec was interesting to say the least. I'm not sure why it puts me completely upside down, mostly before but also during my visit. It's a strange phase in terms of family relations. I find it 'polite' rather than genuinely heart felt. I have to learn to manage my emotions and expectations, enjoy things at their most simple level... not too deep. I do hope that the future holds better, lighter family moments. This time around, coming back home was a huge relief.
I still have not found my normal fizz, it's been awhile now... but yesterday I heard a radio interview which gave me a good kick. It was about this thirty-something woman who has survived cancer, and basically shoots straight for her dreams now - no time to waste . Isn't it that kind of sparkle that lit my world not so long ago? Time flies, and the kids grow-up so fast - it was a good reminder.
Today is a nice sunny August day in Toronto, and I will do as much laundry as I can... not having a dryer means that we have to work with the weather - I like it. Putting clothes to dry on the line is a fine and relaxing activity, good for me right now. Yep, a clothes line and a laptop is all I need today : )
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