Tom Brady took time to reflect on his life Tuesday in an emotional Instagram post following his recent trip to Africa with his family, where he celebrated his 46th birthday. 

Brady talked about the "next chapter" of his life amid rumors he has kindled a romance with model Irina Shayk. Brady’s post was accompanied by photos of his family and the sights of his trip.

"It was another special reminder that life is TRULY about relationships and memories…," he wrote of his getaway. "This past week of my birthday I have had much time to reflect and be grateful for all the incredible blessings.

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"I couldn’t imagine growing up as a boy in San Mateo that my life would become what it has… I’ve experienced quite a bit in the first 45 years I have lived, and what I have loved most is the people who I have shared the most life changing events with….my children, my family, my loved ones and friends and all of you have added so much to this incredible/adventurous life.

"To wake up to sunrises and untouched parts of our beautiful planet, to witness these animals in all their glory, to see how different people can live with true joy and happiness continues to bring me great lessons in learning. Anyone who knows me knows I love quotes….I have two in my mind that I want to begin this next chapter with. They are profoundly meaningful to me and maybe you will like them as well!"

Brady pointed to two quotes he drew inspiration from – "The life you lead, is the lesson you teach," and "If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am not for others, what am I?"

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He said he would keep them in mind as he started another revolution around the sun.

"I am taking these next days one at a time, focusing on being my best self for me, and others, and living a life of integrity and purpose."

Gisele Bündchen, Brady’s ex-wife, posted a prayer-hands emoji on his post.

Brady’s reflection comes amid swirling rumors between him and Shayk. The two were spotted getting flirty in his car late last month, reportedly en route to his Los Angeles pad. Shayk and the former NFL quarterback first sparked dating rumors in June after attending the same wedding in Sardinia, where it was reported that the Russian supermodel "threw herself" at the athlete, a narrative her representative firmly denied.

A representative for Brady, who was most recently linked to reality star Kim Kardashian, told Fox News Digital in July there would be no comment on the status of his relationship with Shayk. Brady divorced Bündchen in October. 

Fox News’ Caroline Thayer contributed to this report.

Schools in Hillsborough County, Florida, are cutting back on Shakespeare in the classroom, according to The Tampa Bay Times.

"It was also in consideration of the law," Tanya Arja, a spokeswoman for the district said, per the report from Monday.

More specifically, the district's plan addresses concerns over state law cracking down on sexual content in public schools. Instead of reading entire works, students will read excerpts from class works like "MacBeth," "Hamlet" and "Romeo and Juliet."

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Joseph Cool, a reading teacher at Gaither High School in Hillsborough County, cited the "raunchiness" in the legendary playwright's works as cause for concern, adding, "that’s what sold tickets during his time," the Times said.

By cutting back on entire works – and thereby avoiding instruction with these "raunchier" bits – schools hope to avoid any entanglements with the state's Parental Rights in Education law, signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, last year.

The law, initially reserved for lower grades, later expanded to grades K-12. It was coined by critics as "Don't Say Gay," as the contentious measure removed discussions on gender identity and sexual orientation in public school classrooms across The Sunshine State and required instruction to be "age appropriate."

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DeSantis and other state Republicans dismissed the notion, arguing the law's intentions were misrepresented.

Exceptions to crackdowns on sexual content are permitted for health lessons.

Embroiled in controversy, the law sparked districts to pull potentially inappropriate, law-violating materials from curriculum, including books with LGBTQ+ themes or sexually mature content.

The Tampa Bay Times said the Parental Rights law's restrictions led the district to go back on its previous standard that required students to read two entire novels or plays - one in the fall and one in the spring - and instead opt for a new standard of reading one entire work along with multiple excerpts from others.

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The report also said students can access the entire works with the help of parents, though teachers are instructed to steer clear of potentially inappropriate material at school. 

Fox News Digital reached out to Arja for comment, but did not receive an immediate response.

Florida remains under the media's lens for a slew of other education topics, including the state's contention with the College Board over an AP African-American Studies course and attacks against DeSantis for allegedly "banning books."

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