The worst part is that I was unprepared for this.
It was just a headache. It started Tuesday night, was a bit better Wednesday morning, but as the day wore on it got much worse. So I went home. I just wanted to take some Tylenol and take a nap in the dark to make it better. I woke up to my phone ringing and the dreaded call. “Your principal reported that you have a headache and had to leave school. You will need to get a negative COVID test in order to return.” No rapid results so by the time I could get an appointment it really is useless, the results will not be back by tomorrow morning. Ugh, it NEVER occurred to me. I’m vaccinated so I didn’t even stop to think that this would happen. I would have stayed. Now I have an early spring break that I cannot enjoy because it completely stresses me out that I left so unprepared. I slapped together some review work for my students and need to remind myself that it is out of my control.
Oh, yikes. Not many would have anticipated it. You do tell the story very well-the teaser line, short first line, expanding the story as it unfolds, using capitalization (sparingly.) Nicely written. And you know what? They probably need that review 🙂
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Oh no! You are never unprepared! I hope your headache is just a headache. All will be fine here.
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Oh no! That’s a shame. I at least hope you can recover in time to enjoy most of your spring break. Your slice is extremely succinct and emotive. I felt your disappointment and frustration.
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Ugh, I am so sorry! I would feel the exact same way!
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Oh man! I am so sorry! I hope you are feeling better today though! At least we have a day for prep when we return!
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Ugh! What a bummer! Being out is so tough, especially this year I feel. I hope you’re feeling better and were able to relax after getting things organized!
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Oh no! I hope you’re on the mend! I totally get it… my mantra this year has been- focus on what you can control and let the rest go (or at least try)! Maybe Elsa was right when she sang, “Let it go…” 😉
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Excellent hook at the beginning of this slice. Things we used to take for granted: leaving for a bad headache and returning the next day without issue.
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