I went on a trip recently. I wasn't expecting much from it. In fact, I had totally negative expectations. I was grumpy. I stomped my feet. I did not want to go.
Shows what I know.
I had a great trip. Unexpectedly, I found myself with lots of people whose company I really enjoyed. Some of them were old friends rediscovered. Some of them were brand new acquaintances I hope to know better. We had meals, saw the sights, talked together, and it was refreshing in a way I really needed.
Additionally, we got lots of new information and ideas to bring back to our school. We had conversations with administration at the school and district level. That hasn't happened in a long time. I feel more positive about the upcoming school year than I have in a long, long time.
The most unexpected thing was meeting someone who caught my attention. He's cute. He's smart. He's interesting. Of course, I did what I always do in such prime situations. I ran like hell, couldn't even talk much to him, he unnerved me so much. (Sigh.) I don't know if I'll see him again, but it's likely. We're both "local," so I imagine we'll run into each other at some point. Another chance to run away on another day....
Despite my general lack of sense and courage, the trip I was dreading turned into something quite refreshing. It's nice when that happens. Hopeful, sort of....
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