Simplicity

I pray for simplicity ;-( My students appear to need entertained at all times, instant gratification, control, everything someone else has, constant competition... I am getting old ;-( They had to slaughter me in order to "have fun" playing (what I wanted to be) a simple game of 4-square! I try to educate them, encourage them to dream, and keep them humble at the same time. Some days my expectations seem impossible.

Then, the media got a hold of controversial information about the district superintendent (I am NOT reiterating the details!). I am trying to be realistic and not naive; still trying to believe there is a misunderstanding/an explanation for the accusations. Most teachers just desire to follow our passion, practice what we know (and paid big bucks to get licensed for), and encourage kids to become successful adults... We really do not want to be caught up in all the hype that occurs now-a-days ;-(

Fortunately, I care for Abbie & Logann, go home to my family, admire Alyvia, and watch "baby B" grow from a peanut to a sweet potatoe!! putting all my hopes back into perspective!! I refuse to "give in" to the negativity that surrounds us everyday. "Kids" (and my coffee!) help me get out of bed every day ;-)