A bit rusty

Did another full day of teaching today. It was a little bit of a rush to get marking done during the course of the morning so the students had their books for homework. A few students came late too which meant they didn't do their morning reading before class. For some of the more dyslexic students reading is a major thing each day. We had a sports day practice again after break. One little Russian boy was on his own mission though and it was fun and games getting him to do what the others were doing. Part of it is a language barrier, but part is also that he is very strong willed. When all the kids in their teams did pull together it was great to see though as they helped each other out and looked out for the ones who struggled. For some it really was a struggle - makes you realise the things you do without thinking and take for granted that you are able to do.

Been getting my paint brushes out in readiness for my art class tomorrow morning. I reckon I am going to have to warm up a bit as I haven't painted since last year. Really looking forward to some chill time while I can still get to the art class. I then move to house sit again from tomorrow to the house with the dachshunds. From there I will be house sitting for another person on Colston Hill, across the other side of Monavale Vlei from us. Will have to make time to pop home and see my dogs as they are going to feel a bit abandoned and I will miss them.

Went to see the friend who is not doing so well with depression at the hospital she is in again. It brings back memories of when I was in hospital and how rotten you can feel when your medication is being adjusted. You are on an emotional roller coaster and feel so raw. You have to just somehow hold out and cling to the hope that your medication will be adjusted to a level where you can try again at life and feel more in control of who you are. It is such a scary place to be in and it is a reminder of how much medication affects you and for severe depression is your main lifeline.

Busy helping put things together to help with the wedding celebration of two friends this weekend out at the Hideaway at Darwendale. Looking forward to it and getting out of Harare.