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As they filed out of the room, chattering and laughing, I smiled and waved goodbye. "Have a great break, everyone! I'll see you when you get back."
And with that, they were gone.
I sat down at my desk, surrounded by the quiet of the empty classroom, and let out a contented sigh. It had been a long semester, but I was ready for the break. I was ready to recharge, and come back to my students with renewed energy and enthusiasm.