"Why were you off?" "Oh I had swine flu......"

[Thandeka]

Got first day back tommorrow after MMC a week and half ago. Am doing a phased return so going to build up to full days over next few weeks and see how I get on- am quite scared about going back. Trouble is I am a teacher and kids (and staff) are fecking nosey. I am so so tempted to say I had swine flu when they ask! Trouble is I know they will believe me! Cue major pandemic panic at London secondary school in all the papers. Ah well it would amuse me no end!


What do you think? Shall I do it anyway.........?



(Sorry if somewhat lighthearted nature of this post upsets anyone- that honestly isn't my intention- the way I deal with my own trauma is through humour)

[IwishIwasmoreorganised]

Go on - do it!!

Sorry about your mmc. xx

[Songbird]

Just say you had a virus and do a big snort!

Sorry also about mmc, but it's great that you're able to have a giggle!

[cupcakefairy]

haha, love it You could just say you've been on a little trip to mexico ;)

And don't worry about offending! It's nice to see more light hearted posts

[Gorionine]

sorry about your mmc

Go for it! I wish I could be there to see their faces!

[Thandeka]

Aha my plan deepens. Ultimate behaviour management tool. "I had swine flu and if you don't behave and get on with your work I am going to sneeze on you!"
Muahahahahahahah!

I really am so tempted- the only thing stopping me is the fact I know stupid kids would tell stupid parents who would complain and then the real reason would have to come out. Then again what do I care- have decided am quitting anyhow so in fact lets bring on the major news coverage of the swine flu outbreak brought on as a result of insensitive nosey children.

[Thandeka]

Back today. Is surreal and hell. Head is very stressed about swine flu! Looks like schools are having to update protocols etc. Anyhow under no circumstances am I to say I had swine flu....

(Awww shucks!)