During my years in full-time education, I eagerly awaited the summer break. As the last day of term approached, I felt like a long-distance runner pushing through exhaustion to cross the finish line. Despite my love for teaching, the 3:30 pm bell brought an overwhelming sense of relief, knowing I would be free for the next six weeks. However, as the first Monday of the holiday came, an unexpected feeling of anti-climax washed over me. I felt disoriented, not sure of what to d