Too Busy to Blog?

Actually - Yes.

I've been nearing the end of the school year - always a stressful and busy time.

But, I've also been involved in my fitness program - down 24 pounds, so far, and MUCH more capable of walking and other activities.

And - Ta-Dah! I will be retired at the end of this school year - in only another 2-1/2 weeks!

I can't wait! I'm full up with plans for the future, chief among them to FINALLY clear out my house of detritus, and organize what remains. Other plans include:

• Writing - I have a more-than 1/2-finished book, that I will be expanding and revising. And, a non-fiction book - How to Teach Chemistry Without Blowing Up the Lab (meant for the beginner in a high school setting). Other books to follow, now that I have time.
• Radio fun - I am currently putting my new workbench together, and will shortly move my radio magazines, books, equipment, and work-in-progress up to the new Ham Shack. When I get my HF rig (probably sometime this fall), I will have friends over to help me set up an outdoor antenna - type to be determined after consultation with my radio club's Elmers (experienced hams willing to serve as mentors for free).
• Visiting family and friends - some of that for FUN, but also to assist family members currently experiencing health challenges.
• Getting in better shape - walking, swimming, and other workouts to lengthen my life, and improve its quality.
• Putting our Physics Workshops activities into high gear - if anyone knows of a teacher/school in need of professional development, have them drop me a line. We would love to get in touch to set up a workshop for them.

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Why I've Been Gone

I've been out of town, at back-to-back workshops. Next week should be easier; this first week is what my husband refers to as "Physics Boot Camp". And, truly, he has a point. Most evenings, we're doing well to make it until 8:30. At that point, bed looks irresistible.

Next week should be an easier schedule. Lots of meetings and presentations, but less interactive.

We've also been buying a new house. We're frantically looking for the paperwork the mortgage people need - not easy when you've packed up the old house. We should know in a week or so whether we'll get it. Until then, we'll be in a motel.

Fun. Well, I can't complain, at least we have a roof over our heads.