Wednesday, October 28, 2009
God’s Plan
I love my class this year! Believe it or not, this is not always the case. Sure, I always like them but some years we just click more than others. So, it says a lot when I tell you that I can say without a doubt, aside from the class I had my very first year of teaching, this group is my favorite hands down! Not a day goes by that one of my first graders does not hug me, tell me they love me, or tell me how pretty I am. They are such amazing little self-esteem boosters and they don’t even know it! My group this year is far more innocent than I have had in the past – they truly believe that our Zero the Hero puppet comes alive every 10th day and they take such joy in the smallest of things – stories, songs, scented stickers, and the fact that I call them names like “punkin” and “sweetpea”. The thing about this group is they are a little needier than usual. Normally this would drive me nuts, but honestly I think it’s exactly what I needed. I truly believe that God gave me this specific group of students this year because these little six and seven-year-olds held the power to pull me out of the pit I was drowning in. As much as they love and need me, the truth is that I love and need them even more.
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God knows it all! I am so happy for you Bewildered! You are a fantastic woman, a fantastic friend to all, and indeed, a fabulous teacher! So many of us know this, including your 20-some little ones that come to each day. Too bad there is that one person who didn't realize how truly special you are and try to hold on to you for dear life. There will be one to do that!
ReplyDeleteLove you!
And how lucky are they that you can know how special they are and how good they are for the ache in your heart!!! If it is true that "you get as good as you give" your rewards should be huge. A blessing for all involved!
ReplyDeleteMiranda,
ReplyDeleteYou are so kind! You know just the right things to say to make me feel good. Thank you for being you, and know that I think you are pretty great yourself!
Love you too!