May 14, 2005

Occupational Hazard

For the 2nd time in this year, and probably the 3rd of 4th time in my lifetime, I'm losing my voice, again. After what happened less than 3 months ago, I know better now. Hence, I've given myself the Shut-up order and am consuming plenty more fluids and abstaining from citrus fruits. Oh, and sleep more.

Truthfully, I'm already contemplating MC on Monday. One weekend doesn't placate the vocal cords very well, but a long weekend may help a bit. Except I'd have to prepare lesson plan to give to my partner to take over my class. And I shudder to think that she would have to take Discovery by herself (assuming 'support' doesn't come so readily). If I had to take Discovery by myself, with the full challenge posed by 12 kids, I guess what I'd do is to start giving out story books, sweets, drawing paper and whatever they fancy... so long as they stay in their seat and keep quiet. Now, don't pass any comments if you haven't any idea what some of my students are like.

My conscience (and empathy for my partner) might prick me enough to keep me away from home, and right into more use of my precious depleting voice.

If this happens every near-end of the term, something is quite wrong with how I'm using my vocals, isn't it? For now, I reserve my verbalising right. I'm going to sleep for awhile.

Posted by 杏 cy （Jancy） at 12:16