As NTI comes to a conclusion, I have reflected soulfully as to whether my true calling is to teach or not. These last few months have provided me with ample time to carefully peruse over all your postings, bloggings, accolades, and ventings (mine included). What did I discover? We are all in the same boat, just different views from our seats. Some of us face backwards, always looking behind and ever wondering will we catch up. The enemy seems to be closing in on us.
Others have a front row seat and can't wait for the next turn in the course and have a full advantage and outlook that others cannot yet see. They see light in the near distance while others see the the encroachment of greying clouds and wonder if another downpour is on the horizen. But where some see darkening skies others see a sliver of light shining from behind the clouds.
What does all this mean..?? If you're in the back of the boat with those who see only the bad..switch seats next to someone who sees beauty in the clouds and restless seas.
Linda
PS I took my GRE today and made the score needed to get into Grad School!!
It's funny you would reflect this late in the year. I did my reflecting the second semester. You of course are right about the blogs. They are up and down, left and right. I do not talk or hang with the negative at school. I like positive people with good outlooks. They have good advice, and don't become a draw on my energy. There is no time for the negative, my classroom deserves better. Our students pick up on everything. Leave it all at home on a bad day, and you will see a difference. Remember you are never alone if you associate yourself with positive people.
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