Above the roaring chaos of the rooms
The petty squabbles of emotional fools
Moulding little munchkins while running on fumes
Stuck in a system broken; made to be rules
Making peace amongst the many positions
Knowing little more than the best use of tools
Embracing the insistent inquisitions
Every teacher’s a student that schools
I found a job that I truly love, where I can put my whole self into it.
Shared with dVerse OLN #396 and this didn’t get many eyes and also conveniently meets the What’s Going On prompt this week too.
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Peace without a resolution is not really peace… that may be a necessity but it is not peace.
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Their positions are often forgotten by the next day.
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“Every teacher’s a student that schools” So very true! It is where the joy resides.
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Thanks 🙏
I have to remind my students that I know little more than them. In fact most of the time I only learn about what I’m teaching them during the preparation for the lesson (hence line 6).
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I love this, especially the “little munchkins.” It makes me happy when a teacher loves their job and recognizes that he is learning, too.
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I am very grateful to be doing this. Thanks Sherry 🙏
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Happy you found a job you love! Great poem!
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Thanks Dwight. 🙏
I hated school as a student so I take that thought with me into the classroom and try to get my kids to enjoy it as much as they can.
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Good for you! I also had a difficult time in my early school years! And, I too ended up being a teacher for 29 years. I loved doing hands on learning for students like me who were visual learners! I am sure you are a great teacher!
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Thanks Dwight. I try, which is more than can be said for some, who are actually real qualified teachers!
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:>)
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I love how you run throughout the Rabbit Hole. But more than that – you keep going and teach well. Also love the Wizard of Oz references. Stories and words really are delightful! Jae
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Thank you Jae 🙏
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Moulding little munchkins is worth it! ❤️❤️
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It certainly makes me feel good. Thanks Sanaa 🙏
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“roaring chaos”. Ha, I would call that a cute chaos. 😀 I also love, “running on fumes” and “Embracing the insistent inquisitions”. So very true-teacher like. My respects. Thanks for participating at What’s Going On.
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Thanks Sumana. 🙏 The chaos is cute once I’m outside of the class. During class though…..not so much!
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Like Susan, I like “Every teacher is a student that schools.” Wonderful sentiment.
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Thanks Mary 🙏
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Thanks to all teachers, who give their hearts, minds and time to ensure our future. Here’s hoping you can rise above the struggles and ridiculousness to make a difference in young lives. I think you can.
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Thanks Kim 🙏
It’s the most rewarding job I’ve ever had.
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How wonderful to be in a job you love.
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It took me three decades to get here but i made it!
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