What! I think we have to declare it now as the 'season of offers for new positions.' I had also got an offer from a school. I see everyone's sharing their experiences of rejoining after a gap.

I've completed 6 months without work now. I'm feeling much relieved. It's summer vacation time here fo kids and a time when colleges and schools hire .... I'm because I've taught in the same area for many years, everyone in my field knows me quite well. Now, they all are thinking that I can be back but I won't.

However, tbh, sometimes when my time is wasted I do think of sharpening the axe. May be in future (after 5 years), I will do the same. Actually it's better to sharpen it if you're feeling a sense of getting back. No problems in doing this. It's also local business so you won't need to go far.

As for suggestions, I can only say that 'be your natural self' but don't try to mix things up. After, you sit at home without working you get a lot of things going in your head. So, just focus one thing at a time. I'm sure you will do wonders for the business and for you as well!

Best of luck, mate!!!