This year I have struggled a little bit with work. There were some big changes made and I had a hard time finding my place. With that and being so sick and tired, sometimes I have a hard time finding motivation each day to get up and go each day.
Today was a day that reminded me why I do what I do. It's the kids. Put all the tests, grades, observations, meetings, evaluations and formalities aside. I love teaching and interacting with kids. Some days it is frustrating because I feel like I am not making a difference or things aren't soaking in. Other days I feel so blessed to be with these young innocent people every day.
I love learning about the students, their experiences and passions. There is one student that I work with everyday that is just the sweetest thing. Everyday I come into his class, he greets me with a smile and "hi Mrs. Barlow." He is always prepared and works really hard. Today I learned that he has a tough home life. Things that I can't even imagine. It was a huge eye-opener for me. I would have never guessed his tough situation because of his great attitude. He doesn't let outside factors affect what is important to him. He doesn't come in with a bad attitude or have a feel-sorry-for-me complex. He is there to learn and make the best life for himself.
It made me really think and hopefully change my perspective on life. I can't let the little things get me frustrated or down. I can't let outside factors influence how I act or treat others. While I am trying to teach him academically, he sure has taught me a lot about life.
It is moments like this that make me grateful for my career. It makes me more grateful for the wonderful life that I have had. It helps me become a better person.
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