Back to reality

Try as I might I just can't wrap my head around the ending of this semester. I am staring at the stack of papers next to me with disbelief. Things are moving at 100 mph and yet I don't have the feeling of panic that usually accompanies this season. I am on track and caught up for the most part with everything I need to do. I suppose I have just adapted and gotten used to dealing with the end of semester stress. I looked at apartments two days ago and found something that will work for me. Its not very big and there is not enough room for a friend to stay over but its much bigger than my current digs and the facilities are much nicer. The best part is that the price is hardly much different than what I am paying now so its the obvious progression.

I've just finished for the day and only have one day left of classes. After that all that is left is grading and more grading. I'm going to try and get my apartment sorted today.. so I hope that works out.

I've started getting presents from my students and good grief are they generous. Some of the cards I've read really amazed me. If I do leave this year I am really going to miss some these kids...