I was born the first
moment that a question leaped from the mouth of a child. I have been many
people in many places.
Throughout the course
of a day I have been called upon to be an actor, friend, nurse and doctor,
coach, finder of lost articles, money lender, taxi driver, psychologist,
substitute parent, salesman, politician and a keeper of faith.
I am a paradox.
I speak loudest when
I listen the most. My greatest gifts are in what I am willing to appreciatively
receive from my students. Material wealth is not one of my goals, but I am a
full-time treasure seeker in my quest for new opportunities for my students to
use their talents and in my constant search for those talents that sometimes
lie buried in self-defeat.
I am the most
fortunate of all who labor.
A doctor is allowed
to usher life into the world in one magic moment. I am allowed to see that life
is reborn each day with new questions, ideas and friendships.
An architect knows
that if he builds with care, her structure may stand for centuries. A teacher
knows that if he builds with love and truth, what he builds will last forever.
I am a warrior, daily
doing battle against peer pressure, negativity, fear, conformity, prejudice,
ignorance and apathy; but I have great allies. Intelligence, Curiosity, Parental
Support, Individuality, Creativity, Faith, Love and Laughter all rush to my
banner with indomitable support.
And so I have a past
that is rich in memories. I have a present that is challenging, adventurous and
fun because I am allowed to spend my days with the future.
I am a teacher … and I thank God for it every day.
