Originally Posted by
Lizajane 
I think I just need to get out and have fun with some people! I feel like this in the summer when school is out and the family is not on vacation. Hubby works long hours and not very social. No work, no meetings, no lesson plans, clubs to run. There are no hockey games or band events, booster meetings...etc. I am used to running around like a chicken with my head cut off. I think I need to find some volunteer work I can do. Something that gets me out there with people.
Volunteering is always good. There are always lots of professional learning opportunities offered for teachers over the summer. If you are on Twitter you can do some research.
You may also want to take a class for fun, join a hiking, or running group, start taking yoga, head to the beach... lots to do..
I would skip the party, let her know you're sorry you can't make it, and then make alternate plans so you're not tempted.