Happy with the Flu

I have the flu. Home for the third day now. And I am actually completely fine with it. Normally I despise, like any normal human, being sick. Not this time. I am not at school. So, that equals happiness.

I wasn't sure what this year back to teaching would hold. I knew there would be challenges, that I would have a lot to learn and re-learn. I had a lot of personal hardships. I had no clue how I would feel about teaching or if I would stay. But, I never thought I would end up the couch. With the flu. Sick. And happy about it.

The year isn't over and I am sure I will realize many new things about myself as the months after pass.  I do know that I have learned that working in traditional public education is not for me. I can't teach everyday AND fight the good fight. Many be able to put one aside or do both together. But, I can't. Maybe I am too worn down by all that the last few years have thrown at  me. Maybe I am not cut out for it. Maybe I COULD do it, but I just don't WANT to. Maybe I am weak.

Whatever the case may be, I am not coming back to teach next year.

I thought that I had hit my bottom a few years ago when I left teaching...the first time. I wasn't even close. Since a lot of professional failure accompanies this go around, I am definitely on the bottom of the barrel. No where to go but up from here.

There are so many things I am interested in pursing with the next part of my life. I am getting myself out there and researching. Because, that's what I do,  I research.

I will figure it out. I will find a career that is right for me.

Meanwhile....I lay on my couch. Body hurting. Head hurting. Fever. Chills. And full of relief to not be at school.

When to buy Long Term Care

Today while making copies in the teacher's workroom, I fell into a conversation with an AXA representative about Long Term Care. He heard me telling a colleague how important it was to get. It's been about a year since I have done extensive research for getting LTC for Ben and I, and after talking about it today, I realize that I don't have to wait.

I can start preparing now.

It helps that I am preparing with lots of retirement plans as well. So, think about that.

So...when do you get it? How much? Those are the big questions I am going to get answered soon and I will get back to you with more information later.

Meanwhile-I am reading for me and finding some good info. for all of you.

Start here:
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/should-you-buy-long-term-care-insurance/


No matter what you do. Have the conversation with your spouse or a family member. Talk to your financial planner, insurance agent or whoever you go to for this stuff. Start thinking and planning NOW.