It’s testing time! Finals begin tomorrow for the human teens in my district. Only a few days are left before celebrations begin. Kids start sleeping again while teachers can breathe and have normal-ish blood pressure. Percy is “chill,” though. No more tests or class for him. While he didn’t graduate from group obedience classes, I’d say he has the skills to be successful in the family. He is currently relaxing with his blanket on the floor. We should all be so calm.
I love learning and try to find something new every day. Sometimes it is a line from a beloved book that I understand just a little more. Sometimes it is a new recipe. Sometimes it is something as simple as learning what new shows have been added to Netflix. Today I will do a little research on de-stressing.
Here’s what I know:
- Dog snuggles are a great way to calm down, provided those dogs are on the proper food and haven’t broken into the kitchen and then into the ranch dip. Regular readers can probably guess who the culprit was and I am ready-ing the air freshener.
- Few dogs are allowed in the school so I can’t use that for my kids who believe semester finals are the key to a successful life.
- Semester finals are important but not at the expense of your health.
- I can’t afford enough chocolate to feed all of my kids for the duration of finals.
- I really like lists.
- I am easily distracted and I was intending to write about stress relief techniques.
- One of my co-workers gave me candy today, but I left it at school.
- I have candy for tomorrow!
Was there a purpose to this post? Oh! Now, I remember (reading back through helps). I have learned today that I need more stress management techniques and definitely some to share with my darlings.
The Terrible Two on Four Feet 
It’s a real bummer your school does not allow therapy dogs, especially for test taking. There’s nothing better for reducing stress than a dog laying in your lap looking into your eyes. Wishing you and yours a very merry Fleas Navidog. 🎄
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We have one who comes into the science department but none of my boys have the required certification. I also have a student who is severely allergic. I am optimistic that one of my terrors will be able to come with me in a year or two. Happy Howlidays from all of us!
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It’s extra sad when someone is allergic-they usually need the companionship more than most. Fingers crossed one of your clan will be able to accompany you on occasion. There’s nothing quite like it…for you, for them and for those they visit. 🎅🏻
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