1st day back @ school

the first day of the new academic year is *almost* over.

every single student was early for lesson and waiting patiently for me outside the tutorial rooms (i'd 2 classes today), and greeted me with wild, rip-roaring enthusiasm.

i savoured the moment, knowing full well that this excited bunch would soon be trudging in later and later for classes, when reality knocks them out. that is, when school goes into full swing and project deadlines loom near and hound them mercilessly.

for my ex-students who've escaped my tyranny this term (and those who regularly read this blog): welcome back to school kids!

ah, the life of a student. seems more appealing than a full-fledged working adult's. :P