I feel immensely priveledged to have spent the last 17 years working with children. I have loved seeing their enthusiasm for learning and the huge potential that every child has. It has been a joy to take them into the previously unknown. I've been invigourated by the excitement when children discover they have talents and abilities that had been dormant and I am proud that I have been instrumental in awakening them. I am extremely fortunate that I can share in the joy and fun of being young. It brings great satisfaction to introduce them to my world and for me to share in theirs. I have appreciated the simple pleasures that are present in a kind and encouraging word that inspires and motivates. I am extremely grateful to have had this time to touch lives and open futures.
Here are the lyrics of a song I wrote about 8 years ago. An invitation into the special qualities found in children.
Gentle Sweet Child
Happy laughter fills the air
Squeals of contentment clearly hear
Oh to be young without a care
Living moments..smiles wear
Today only..matters not
Coming the future..tomorrow what
Only that now they have..got
If you give they'll take the lot
Chorus
Innocent..precious..lively..wild
Nothing compares to a gentle sweet chid
Bundles of energy..excess to burn
Inquisitive..curious..eager to learn
Don't want to share..always their turn
If you spend the time..their love you'll earn
Chorus
They need to know as they quickly grow
You're there for them..let it show
Make them feel special..important so
Watch their eyes light up..faces glow
Chorus
2 comments:
Wow! Amazing post and beautiful song! I'd love to hear it sometime!
It's great to hear a teacher, saying such lovely words regarding teaching. This is obviously a calling for you. I get a lot of teachers here in SA, which complain about their work and pupils. I have never came upon a teacher, saying lovely things about their pupils and profession.
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