DS is taking a gap year too. He Is working as a gap year student in his old junior school, he helps around the place and is in class in the mornings and coaches sport every afternoon. He loves it (especially the money) and it's good to see him relaxed without the pressures of school and study.
I do agree though, it's very odd (in a nice way) having him at home. He's much more "settled" now all his friends who are going have gone and is looking forward to seeing them at Christmas. A few of his friends are also "gapping" but luckily they are working too.
We have had a few "discussions" about the state of his room and helping out a bit more around the house but apparently working is exhausting
